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8-day river cruise · Danube
Best of the Danube
Getting you there
Flights into Budapest, Hungary and home from Budapest, Hungary, hotel nights before or after, and transfers. One of our trip specialists books it all around the sailing.
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Day by day
- Day 1Budapest, Hungary · embark
Board your ship in Budapest, then explore the city’s old-world charm before enjoying evening cocktails and dinner. - Day 2Bratislava, Slovakia · included: Bratislava Walking Tour, Tastes of Slovakia, Bratislava Castle Hike
Bratislava welcomes you with its royal heritage and vibrant streets. From sampling traditional Slovak flavors to climbing to the town’s historic castle for sweeping views, every corner reveals the city’s enduring charm. - Day 3Melk, Austria · included: Melk Abbey Visit
The Wachau Valley’s vineyard-clad hills and storybook riverside views has earned it a UNESCO World Heritage Site distinction. After taking in some of Austria’s most idyllic vistas, witness the enduring beauty of Austria’s fabled history at Melk Abbey, which dazzles with Baroque grandeur. - Day 4Linz, Austria · included: “UNESCO City of Media Arts” Walking Tour, “Cultural Mile” Bike Tour, Full Day Salzburg City Tour, Full Day Cesky Krumlov Excursion, Distillery Tour
In Linz, contemporary architecture meets historic charm. Choose between traversing through Linz’s city streets on bike, taking a tour of Salzburg’s vibrant musical history, or visiting the storybook streets and grand castle of Cesky Krumlov. - Day 5Vienna, Austria · included: “Imperial Vienna” Carriage Tour, Vienna by Bike
Take in the beauty of Austrian vistas on a leisurely cruise down the Danube, replete with ample relaxation time. In the afternoon, explore Vienna’s elegance, whether on a horse-drawn carriage or by pedaling down the Ringstrasse on bike. - Day 6Vienna, Austria · included: Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens, Vienna Woods Hike
Admire Vienna’s imperial elegance at Schönbrunn Palace, where you’ll find Baroque grandeur and sprawling gardens. Stroll through the city, where grand boulevards, charming squares, and hidden corners reveal Vienna’s enduring beauty. - Day 7Budapest, Hungary · included: Pest City Tour, Pest City Tour Late Starter, Gellert Hill Hike, Buda City Tour
Budapest unfolds along the Danube with its captivating blend of culture and tradition. On the Buda side, the Castle District enchants with fairytale turrets, colorful mosaics, and sweeping panoramas of the city. - Day 8Budapest, Hungary · disembark
Disembark and begin your journey home.
AmaWaterways offers a choice of shore excursions most days, and states that these choices are always included. Some days list morning and afternoon options. Port arrival and departure times vary by departure date; we confirm them for your sailing.
Know before you go: Hungary / Budapest
Budapest
- Budapest's thermal baths
Nearest major airport: BUD
Hungary
- Danube river cruises
- Parliament by night
- Tokaj wine region
More about Hungary → Travel times are approximate; one of our trip specialists confirms the details.
Facts from AmaWaterways' official pages; subject to change.