Gems of Southeast Europe | Budapest to Giurgiu: 7-Nights
$4233 $4183 per person
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*Prices are CAD per person, based on 2 people sharing; Port Charges (included in cruise price): C$251 per person / Single Supplement for Cruise: 50% of twin price; AA+ & Suites 100% of twin price / Single Supplement for Cruise (AmaMagna) Category E and D 25% of twin price; Category AB, AA, SB and SA 50% of twin price; Category Grand Suite and Owners Suite 100% of twin price. / Single Supplement for Land:A single supplement charge will be applied to pre- and post-cruise hotel extensions. Please call for pricing details. / Bedding: Please select bedding configuration at the time of booking. The Options are: Option A: Two twin beds Option B: One large bed (larger than queen size).
Visa: A Turkish Tourist Visa is required for entry into Istanbul, Turkey. All guests traveling to Turkey must obtain an electronic visa (e-Visa) prior to their departure date.
*Price displayed is the lead in rate for a select 2023 departure and the discounted rate includes the member benefit. Additional offers will apply when available.
Touch history in Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria and Romania, as you sail along the exotic lower Danube. Celtic fortifications, medieval towns and grand cities, along with the natural beauty of pastoral landscapes and the Danube’s famed Iron Gates, showcase the best of eastern Europe. Nature lovers will relish the opportunity to see Bulgaria’s natural wonder, Belogradchik, a fairytale stone world of fantastic shapes associated with interesting legends; or to bike through Belgrade’s sprawling Kalemegdan Park. Wine connoisseurs will have a chance to taste history from the centuries-old wine-growing hills dating back to the Romans in Ilok, a royal and vinous town. Be treated to the flavors, sights, sounds and cultures of this diverse swath of the continent.
COUNTRIES: BULGARIA, CROATIA, HUNGARY, ROMANIA, SERBIA
RIVERS: DANUBE
What’s Included:
SPACIOUS STATEROOMS
- 7 nights luxury accommodation in an outside stateroom (most with twin balconies)
- Entertainment-On-Demand in all staterooms featuring free high-speed internet access, movies, a music library and English language TV stations
- Mini-fridge, desk and sitting area
- Bottled water replenished daily
AN ARRAY OF AMENITIES
- Wellness Activities with a dedicated Wellness Host leading various exercise classes as well as discussions on healthy eating and relaxation techniques, both on board and on shore.
- Personalized service from a highly trained Cruise Manager during both cruise and land programs
- Internet and Wi-Fi access
- Sun deck pool with swim-up bar and walking track
- Fitness room, massage services and hair salon
- Main Lounge with panoramic views and bar
- Daily entertainment including cultural performances
AWARD-WINNING DINING
- All onboard dining in a variety of venues
- Regionally inspired cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients
- The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant
- Welcome Cocktail, Welcome Dinner, La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Dinner, Captain’s Cocktail and Gala Dinner
- La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs exclusive dining experience
- Unlimited fine wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
- Unlimited sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast
- Sip & Sail Cocktail Hour with complimentary wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks
- Tapas, sandwiches, snacks and refreshments served daily in the Main Lounge
A WORLD OF EXPLORATION
- Immersive tours in every destination
- Gentle, regular, active and late-riser tour options
- Bike tours and hikes
- Special Interest Tours
- Knowledgeable guides
- Personal headset for easy exploration
- Airport transfers with purchase of air from AmaWaterways
*MEMBER BENEFIT: As a Trip Merchant Member you save an additional $100 CAD Per Booking Discount on any Sailing (Excludes Africa and Group Departures). Combinable with current offers.
Current savings available for select river cruise itineraries and departures. Please contact Trip Merchant to find out what is available!
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Mention Promo Code for Savings: AMATM18
Departure Dates
March 20, *27
April 2, *9, 10, *17, *24, 30
May *7, 8, *15, *22
June *4, *12, *19, 25
July *2, 3, *10, *17, 31
August *7, *14, 28
September 4, *11, 25
October *2, 9, 23, *830
November 20, *27
December *4, 18, 25
*Itinerary operates in opposite direction
March 18, *25, 31
April *7, 8, *15, *22, 28
May *5, 6, *13,*20
June 3, 10, *17, 23, *30
July 1, *8, *15, 29
August *5, *12, 26
September *2, *9, 23, *30
October *7, 21, *28
November 18, *25
December *2, 16, *23
*Itinerary operates in opposite direction
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Destination
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Arrival City
Budapest, Hungary -
Departure City
Giurgiu, Romania -
Activity Level
Leisurely -
Passenger Limit
156-162 passengers
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BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – EMBARKATION
Board the ship for your Gems of Southeast Europe cruise. During the evening, be treated to an Illuminations cruise. (D)
Meals Provided: Dinner
Meals Provided: Dinner
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MOHÁCS – PÉCS
Enjoy a scenic morning cruise to Mohács. You’ll then visit Pécs, founded more than 2,000 years ago by the Romans. Visit the UNESCO-designated Christian Necropolis; St. Peter’s Basilica, the city’s main Catholic cathedral along with its catacombs; and Széchenyi Square, the heart of Old Town Pécs. You will also see the Mosque of Pasha Qasim the Victorious, one of the symbols of the city. Or for wine connoisseurs, you’ll want to go to the Szekszárd wine region, one of the oldest red-wine-growing areas in Hungary, established more than 2,000 years ago. (B,L,D)
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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VUKOVAR, CROATIA – NOVI SAD, SERBIA
Vukovar is a Croatian symbol of resistance, which you’ll better understand on your city tour showcasing the Ovčara Memorial and Eltz Palace. Alternatively, choose a wine tasting in Ilok, a center of wine production since Roman times, where you’ll sample its famous Grasevina, Traminac and Frankovka wines. Back on board, cruise to Novi Sad, sometimes called the “Serbian Athens.” Discover Novi Sad on a walking tour to Dunavski Park and through Stari Grad, the Old Town center. If you prefer a more active exploration, join a guided biking or hiking tour. During the evening, visit Petrovaradin Fortress, a mighty stronghold no enemy has ever breached. (B,L,D)
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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BELGRADE
Explore Serbia’s capital, Belgrade, on a city tour, which includes the Kalemegdan Fortress and the Serbian Orthodox Temple of St. Sava. Later, choose from three intriguing excursions. Visit the Royal Palace, the official residence of the Serbian Royal Family; and then tour the House of Flowers, the mausoleum of Marshal Tito, who became the first President of Yugoslavia. Or enjoy a taste of the region by sampling Serbian plum brandy, Šlivovitz, and delicious local delights at the Quburich Distillery. For those wishing a more active adventure, join a guided bike tour. (B,L,D)
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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SCENIC CRUISING THROUGH THE IRON GATES
The Iron Gates is one of Europe’s most awe-inspiring natural wonders. The Danube narrows as it winds through a series of magnificent gorges between the Carpathian and Balkan mountains, forming a natural border between Serbia and Romania. The ancient King Decebalus, the last king of Dacia, is proudly carved into the mountainside and always captivates travelers. (B,L,D)
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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VIDIN, BULGARIA
Explore Vidin, one of Bulgaria’s oldest cities, and surrounding areas with a choice of excursions. Discover Baba Vida Fortress, the largest preserved medieval castle in Bulgaria. Continue on to Belogradchik, one of Bulgaria’s natural wonders, where you can hike around its most spectacular rock formations. Alternatively, visit a local home for a demonstration of traditional Bulgarian yogurt and Banitsa, a pastry you will also get to make. You also have the choice to bike through Vidin and to the castle. (B,L,D)
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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ROUSSE – GIURGIU, ROMANIA
Visit Bulgaria’s ancient capital, Veliko Tarnovo, with its medieval fortress and multiple orthodox temples. You can opt instead to go to Rousse, known for its 19th- and 20th-century Neo-Baroque and Neo-Rococo architecture, and then afterwards visit the UNESCO-designated Rock-Hewn Churches of Ivanovo with frescos revealing exceptional artistry of 14th-century paintings. (B,L,D)
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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GIURIU – DISEMBARKATION
Bid farewell to Giurgiu as you prepare for your flight home. (B)
Meals Provided: Breakfast
Meals Provided: Breakfast
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