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Majestic Capitals of the Danube (Christmas Cruise) 2024

6 days
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From Vienna to Budapest
4.3 (32 reviews)
  • Scenic view of Budapest with historical buildings and boats on the river.
  • Aerial view of Budapest with Buda Castle and the Danube River.
  • Bratislava Castle with autumn trees and river reflections.
  • Historic square in Bratislava with a fountain and colorful buildings.
  • Historic white building with dome and horse-drawn carriages in Vienna.
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  • Schönbrunn Palace with gardens and cityscape in the background.

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AmaWaterways
River Cruise
Cruise scenic waterways for effortless exploration
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 30 - 162
Ages 12+

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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Danube River Cruise Embarkation

    Danube River Cruise Embarkation
    Meals
    Dinner
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2
  3. Day 2

    Vienna

    Vienna
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • City tour of Vienna including Opera House, former Imperial Palace, and St. Stephen's Cathedral
    • Christmas Markets viewing

    Optional Activities

    • Guided bike ride through Vienna
    • Visit traditional Viennese café and sample Sacher Torte with Viennese Coffee
    Landmarks
    Vienna Opera House
    St. Stephen's Cathedral
    Rathaus Christmas Market
  4. Day 3

    Vienna to Bratislava

    Vienna to Bratislava
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Schönbrunn Palace Christmas Market
    • Scenic Danube River cruise
    • Evening visit to Primate's Palace
    Landmarks
    Schönbrunn Palace
    Primate's Palace
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2
  5. Day 4

    Bratislava to Budapest

    Bratislava to Budapest
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Bratislava

    Optional Activities

    • Special 'Tastes of Slovakia' tour
    • Hike up to Bratislava Castle
    • Guided biking tour
    Landmarks
    Bratislava Castle
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2
  6. Day 5

    Budapest

    Budapest
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • City tour beginning at Great Market Hall
    • Visit to Chain Bridge
    • Visit to Castle Hill district
    • Christmas Markets shopping

    Optional Activities

    • 'Hidden Budapest' tour for lesser-known sites
    • Hike up to Castle Hill
    Landmarks
    Great Market Hall
    Chain Bridge
    Castle Hill
  7. Day 6

    Disembarkation

    Disembarkation
    Meals
    Breakfast

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Rating
4.3 (32 reviews)
Response time
within 1 day
Response rate
56%
Cancellation policy
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AmaWaterways Ship

  • AmaVerde
    AmaVerde
    One of AmaWaterways’ remarkable twin-balcony river ships, the inviting AmaVerde is full of light and love. Comfortably elegant staterooms… Read more
    Capacity
    Built
    2011
    Guests
    160
    Crew
    51
    Length
    443 ft
    Width
    38 ft
    Suites
    Staterooms
    80
    Registry
    Switzerland
    Gross Tonnage
    Electricity
    Beam
    Cruising Speed
    Generators
    Engines
    Draft
    Cabin
    Staterooms / SuitesDeck PlansDining

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  • Sue5.0•April 2025
    For an inaugural cruise AMA came through
  • Warren5.0•September 2022
    Really enjoyed the cruise. The food was exceptional, the excursions fun and enlightening and the entire crew was...
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  • Deposit only

    Book now with just a $400 deposit. The remaining balance is due 95 days before departure.

  • 2 local currencies

    You’ll encounter Euro in Austria, Forint in Hungary.

  • Plug types C, F, E

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  • Plugs & adapters

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      Only used in Hungary and Slovakia

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