Melodies of the Danube | Budapest to Vilshofen: 7-Nights
$4223 $4173 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).
*Price displayed is the lead in rate for a select 2024 departure and the discounted rate includes the member benefit. Additional offers will apply when available.
CRUISE FROM : BUDAPEST TO VILSHOFEN
Journey along the Danube and see firsthand why this storied river has inspired generations of artists, poets and musicians. Indulge your passion for timeless architecture and art in three magnificent capitals: Budapest, Bratislava and Vienna. Let the hills come alive with the sounds of music in Salzburg and the Austrian Lake District. Cruise through the enchanting Strudengau Valley and let the melodies of the Danube carry you from one gem to another on a regal journey through time.
COUNTRIES: AUSTRIA, GERMANY, HUNGARY, SLOVAKIA
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
- Main Lounge with panoramic views and bar
- Bottled water in every stateroom replenished daily
- 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!
Call for assistance: 1-800-481-9739 ext 1
Mention Promo Code for Savings: AMATM18
Departure Dates
March 20, 25, 30
April 1, 3, 6, 13, 17, 22 27, 29
May 4, 11, 18, 20, 25, 27
June 8, 15, 17, 24, 26, 29
July 13, 15, 22, 24, 27
August 3, 7, 10, 12, 17, 19, 21, 24, 31
September 4, 7, 9, 14, 16, 18, 21
October 2, 5, 7, 12, 14, 16, 19, 26, 30
November 4, 9, 11, 13
December 2
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Destination
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Arrival City
Budapest, Hungary -
Departure City
Vilshofen, Germany -
Activity Level
Leisurely -
Passenger Limit
156-162 passengers
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EMBARKATION – BUDAPEST, HUNGARY
Arrive in Budapest and board your luxurious river cruise ship. During the evening, be treated to a special Illuminations cruise past the capital’s glittering riverfront.
Meals Provided: Dinner
Meals Provided: Dinner
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BUDAPEST
Budapest offers an unmatched combination of culture and tradition. Your city tour begins with a visit to the Great Market Hall before going to both the Buda (hilly) and the Pest (flat) sides of the river. You’ll see Heroes’ Square and Castle Hill, home to the Fisherman’s Bastion and Mattias Church. As an alternative, you can hike up to Castle Hill for breathtaking views of the city below. (B,L,D)
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA
Host to the crowning ceremonies of 11 Hungarian kings and queens between 1536 and 1830, Bratislava certainly has earned the title “Coronation City of Kings,” as you’ll discover during your walking tour. Or join a special “Tastes of Slovakia” tour. For a more active adventure, hike up to Bratislava Castle, offering magnificent views of the city. (B,L,D)
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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VIENNA, AUSTRIA
The “City of Waltzes” offers a wealth of gems and your city tour showcases its regal splendors, including the majestic Opera House and the former Imperial Palace of the Habsburgs. Conclude your tour in Vienna’s historic city center and then visit St. Stephen’s Cathedral, or discover Vienna by bike. During the afternoon, enjoy leisure time to further explore this iconic city. (B,L,D)
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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WEISSENKIRCHEN – GREIN
After reaching Weissenkirchen, you’ll be treated to several choices of excursions. Take a walking tour of Dürnstein before visiting the UNESCO-designated Melk Abbey. For a more culinary-focused experience, join a walking tour in Dürnstein, then enjoy a wine tasting hosted by a local vintner and sample special apricot treats from a local boutique. If you prefer a more active adventure, hike up to the fortress where Richard the Lionheart was once held or join a guided bike tour to Melk. Later in the day, sail through the Strudengau Valley to medieval Grein for an exclusive visit to the more than 500-year-old Greinburg Castle, looming regally from above. While here, enjoy a folklore show and wine reception. (B,L,D)
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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LINZ
The ship arrives in Linz where you’ll have several choices of excursions. Opt for a full-day excursion to Salzburg where you’ll tour the historic center, Mirabell Gardens, Residenz Square and the Old Market. En route to Salzburg, stop at Mondsee, home of the Basilica St. Michael. Or join a morning walking tour through the old city center of Linz and by the Mozart House; or go on a bike tour of the city’s famed “Cultural Mile” and the Danube. In the afternoon, you can also choose to visit charming Český Krumlov, located just over the Czech-Austrian border. (B,L,D)
*Note: Not available with full-day Salzburg excursion
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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PASSAU, GERMANY – VILSHOFEN
Discover the city of Passau in one of three ways. Enjoy a walking tour and marvel at Gothic and Italian Baroque architecture and St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Alternately, choose between a guided hike up to the Veste Oberhaus fortress or a guided bike tour along the Danube River. Later, cruise to Vilshofen, where you will be treated to a festive Oktoberfest celebration— an AmaWaterways exclusive. (B,L,D)
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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VILSHOFEN – DISEMBARKATION
Bid farewell to Vilshofen and prepare for your flight home. (B)
Meals Provided: Breakfast
Meals Provided: Breakfast
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