Romantic Danube | Vilshofen to Budapest: 7-Nights
$3933 $3883 per person
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*Prices are CAD per person, based on 2 people sharing; Port Charges (included in cruise price): C$231 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 2023 departure and the discounted rate includes the member benefit. Additional offers will apply when available.
CRUISE FROM : VILSHOFEN TO BUDAPEST
Those longing for the romance of Old World Europe will get to travel into the very heart of the continent, where empires were built, kings and queens were crowned and some of the world’s greatest music was composed and performed by the likes of Mozart and Beethoven. Grand European cities like Vienna, Bratislava and Budapest forever remain timeless. Admire the beauty of Salzburg and the Czech Republic’s charming mountain town, Ceský Krumlov. From grand abbeys and fortresses perched high above the Danube to plentiful iconic UNESCO World Heritage Sites, be romanced by the Danube with all her regal and romantic splendor.
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, 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!
Call for assistance: 1-800-481-9739 ext 1
Mention Promo Code for Savings: AMATM18
Departure Dates
March 20,25
April 3,8,10,15
May 1,4,8,13,28,29
June 5,10,26
July 1,8,9,15,22,24,29,31
August 5,6,12,19,26,28,
September 2,3,9,16,18,25,30
October 1,7,15,16,21,23,28
November 4,12,13,18,20,
March 18, 20, 21, 25
April 1, 3, 4, 8, 11, 15, 17, 22, 29
May 1, 2, 9, 13, 15, 16, 27, 29, 30
June 13, 24
July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
August 5, 7, 8, 12, 19, 21, 26
September 2, 5, 9, 16, 30
October 2, 3, 7, 10, 14, 16, 21, 28, 30, 31
November 4, 7, 11, 13, 18, 21, 25
December 26
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Destination
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Arrival City
Vilshofen, Germany -
Departure City
Budapest, Hungary -
Activity Level
Leisurely -
Passenger Limit
156-162 passengers
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EMBARKATION – VILSHOFEN, GERMANY
Board the ship for your Romantic Danube cruise. (D)
Meals Provided: Dinner
Meals Provided: Dinner
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VILSHOFEN – PASSAU
Explore Vilshofen’s beautiful old town before cruising to Passau, known as the “City of Three Rivers.” Join a walking tour or if you prefer to be more active, hike high into the hills for a visit to the “Veste Oberhaus,” Passau’s Castle Hill; or go on a River Inn bike tour. (B,L,D)
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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LINZ, AUSTRIA
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 famed Basilica St. Michael and site of the wedding scene in The Sound of Music. Alternatively, you can join a morning walking tour through Linz’s old city center and by the Mozart House; or go on a guided bike tour along the city’s famed “Culture Mile” and the Danube. You can also choose to visit the charming mountain town, 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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WEISSENKIRCHEN
Cruise through the Strudengau and Wachau valleys to Weissenkirchen, gateway to Dürnstein. Once here, you can choose to join a walking tour in Dürnstein along its cobblestone streets to the Baroque Stiftskirche, and then visit Melk’s magnificent Benedictine Abbey. For the more active adventurer, you can opt to hike up to the fortress where Richard the Lionheart was once held, or take a bike ride along the Danube through the Wachau Valley. As an alternative excursion, visit a local apricot grower, where you’ll enjoy the region’s finest apricot treats. Later in the evening, enjoy a special wine tasting of locally grown, world-renowned Riesling and Grüner Veltliner in Weissenkirchen. (B,L,D)
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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VIENNA
The “City of Waltzes” offers a treasure trove of gems and your city tour showcases them, including the majestic Opera House and the former Imperial Palace. Your tour concludes in the historic city center with a visit to St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Or if you prefer a more active tour, take a guided bike ride through Vienna. 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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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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BUDAPEST, HUNGARY
Your city tour begins at Budapest’s Great Market Hall, where you’ll discover plenty of delicious food and shopping. Afterwards, you’ll visit both the Buda (hilly) and Pest (flat) sides of the Danube River. You’ll see the 19th-century Chain Bridge, which connects the Buda district with Pest; and the UNESCO-designated Castle Hill district, which contains some of Budapest’s most important medieval monuments and museums. As an alternative choice, you can hike up to Castle Hill for breathtaking views of the city below. (B,L,D)
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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BUDAPEST – DISEMBARKATION
Disembark the ship as you prepare for your flight home. (B) Note: The Great Market Hall is closed on Sundays.
Meals Provided: Breakfast
Meals Provided: Breakfast
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