This morning your Space-Ship will dock in the quaint town of Durnstein, where you have ample free time to wander at your leisure. Surrounded by vineyards, the town has historical buildings that date back to the 12th century, including the hilltop ruins of Durnstein Castle where Richard the Lionheart was famously imprisoned between 1192 and 1193. This afternoon, cruise through the Wachau Valley where you will be mesmerized by the sloping vineyards and charming villages, before arriving in the Melk. The small town is dominated by its dramatic, UNESCO World Heritage-listed Benedictine abbey, which towers above it from a rocky outcrop. ...
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