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Melodies of the Danube River Cruise | AmaWaterways
Journey along the Danube and see firsthand why this storied river has inspired generations of artists, poets and musicians.
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Member Benefits:
- Save up to $600 per stateroom on select cruises of 14 nights or longer
- Save up to $300 per stateroom on select cruises of 7 to 11 nights
- Save up to $200 per stateroom on select cruises of less than 7 nights
- Get a Welcome Amenity of wine and chocolates on Europe cruises
AAA Vacations® Amenities:
- Get to $300 onboard credit per stateroom on cruises of 14 nights or longer
- Get up to $150 onboard credit per stateroom on cruises of 7 to 11 nights
- Save $200 per stateroom onboard credit
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- 24/7 Member Care
River Cruise Inclusions:
- Exquisite locally inspired cuisine and fine wine in multiple dining venues
- A variety of excursions, including guided hikes, bike tours and wine tastings
- Wellness program, with an array of exercise classes
- Daily Sip & Sail cocktail hour with complimentary cocktails, beer, wine and soft drinks
- The services of one of our extraordinary cruise managers throughout your journey
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What You May Experience:
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.
At A Glance: Melodies of the Danube River Cruise Itinerary: Budapest, Hungary to Vilshofen, Germany
Day 1: Budapest
Arrive in Budapest and board your luxurious river cruise ship.
Day 2: Budapest
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 Matthias Church. As an alternative, you can hike up to Castle Hill for breathtaking views of the city below.
Day 3: Bratislava
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.
Day 4: Vienna
The “City of Waltzes” offers a wealth of gems; 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.
Day 5: Weissenkirchen to Grein
After reaching Weissenkirchen, you’ll be treated to several choices of excursions. Take a walking tour of Dürnstein before visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Site, 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.
Day 6: Linz
The ship arrives in Linz where you’ll have several choices of excursions. Enjoy a full-day excursion to Salzburg where you’ll tour the historic center, Mirabell Gardens, Residenzplatz Square and the Old Market. En route to Salzburg, stop at Mondsee, home of the Basilica of St. Michael. 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.
Day 7: Passau to 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.
Day 8: Vilshofen - Disembarkation
Bid farewell to Vilshofen and prepare for your flight home.
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Product Code: AAA-product_0721_Ama_KD_ZD
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