Melodies of the Danube River Cruise | Nov. 9, 2027
Join us on a 7-night Melodies of the Danube River Cruise aboard Amawaterways’ AmaReina starting at $3,498* Cruise Only on November 9, 2027. You will see Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Weissenkirchen, Linz, Passau, Vilshofen, and much more!
What’s Included
- Cruise
- Select Shore Excursions
- Cruise Taxes
- Administrative Fee
- 7 Nights Deluxe Cruise Accommodation
- Daily Sightseeing Program as outlined in the Itinerary
- Infotainment System in all Staterooms with Free Internet, Hit Movies, Music Library & English TV Stations
- Terry Bathrobes and White-on-white plush bedding in all Stateroom
- beer & soft drinks with every Dinner
- Bottled Water in every stateroom replenished daily
- Reception, Welcome Dinner & Captain’s Gala Dinner
- Special Highlights including Folklore Dances, Lectures, Theme Dinners
- Use of Bicycles to explore on your own
- All meals on ship, meal beverages, and other meals as indicated
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 NOVEMBER 9 – DEPART THE USA
Board your overnight flight to Budapest.
Day 2 NOVEMBER 10 – BUDAPEST - EMBARKATION
Board the ship for your Melodies of the Danube River cruise. (D)
Day 3 NOVEMBER 11 – BUDAPEST
Today, you have the opportunity to visit both the Buda (hilly) and Pest (flat) sides of the Danube River. Start on the Buda side, following your guide through the city’s Castle District, where you will marvel at the fairytale turrets of Fisherman’s Bastion, gaze upon the breathtaking panorama below, and see Matthias Church, renowned for its striking tower and colorful mosaic roof. For a more active tour, hike to Budapest’s Castle Hill. In the afternoon, explore the treasures of Pest, admiring the colossal Hungarian Parliament Building, Heroes’ Square, and the moving “Shoes on the Danube Bank” memorial. (B, L, D)
Day 4 NOVEMBER 12 – 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. (B, L, D)
Day 5 NOVEMBER 13 – VIENNA
The “City of Waltzes” offers a treasure trove 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. 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) )
Day 6 NOVEMBER 14 – 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 and Wachau valleys to medieval Grein for an exclusive visit to the more than 500-year-old Greinburg Castle, looming regally from above. (B, L, D)
Day 7 NOVEMBER 15 – LINZ
The ship arrives in Linz, where you’ll have several choices of excursions. For those who love The Sound of Music, enjoy a full-day excursion to Salzburg and 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, where the famous wedding scene in the movie was filmed. You may also choose to join a full-day excursion to the charming Czech mountain town of Český Krumlov, where you can stroll its cobblestone streets, marvel at the city’s picturesque Baroque and Renaissance-style buildings, and tour Krumlov Castle, one of Europe’s largest castle complexes. Following these full-day excursions, you may also choose to take a brief walking tour in Linz. Alternatively, join a walking tour through the old city center of Linz and by the Mozart House, or bike along the city’s famed “Cultural Mile” and the Danube. (B, L, D)
Day 8 NOVEMBER 16 – 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. Alternatively, choose between a guided hike up to the Veste Oberhaus fortress or a guided bike tour along the River Inn. Later, cruise to Vilshofen, where you will be treated to a festive Oktoberfest celebration—an AmaWaterways exclusive. (B, L, D)
Day 9 NOVEMBER 17 – VILSHOFEN - DISEMBARKATION
Bid farewell to Vilshofen and prepare for your flight home. (B)
Enhance Your Journey
Budapest Pre-Tour Starting from $680
November 7 - 10, 2027 | Starting at $680*
NOVEMBER 7 - DEPART THE USA
Board your overnight flight to Budapest.
NOVEMBER 8 - ARRIVE IN BUDAPEST
Arrive in Budapest and check into your hotel.
NOVEMBER 9 - BUDAPEST
Budapest is one of Europe’s most regal and storied cities— and many of its iconic sights are just off the banks of the Danube. Often described as the “Queen of the Danube,” Budapest is well-known for Fisherman’s Bastion, Buda Hill, and its magnificent Hungarian Parliament building. However, this sprawling city is full of rich history and culture and offers many “hidden” treasures as you venture further past its river banks. During this excursion, your guide will take you deeper into the city to discover fascinating sites lesser known to the average traveler. (B)
NOVEMBER 10 - BUDAPEST - EMBARKATION
Check out of your hotel to board your luxurious ship. (B, D)
*A 3.5% surcharge will be added to all credit card transactions. Guests taking an extension may be on a different flight than their group and/or traveling companion.
Prague Post-Tour Starting from $1080
November 17 - 20, 2027 • Starting at $1,080*
NOVEMBER 17 - DISEMBARKATION - REGENSBURG - PRAGUE
Depart the ship and drive to Regensburg, one of Germany’s best-preserved medieval cities, which you’ll discover on a guided walking tour. After touring Regensburg, continue on to Prague. (B)
NOVEMBER 18 - PRAGUE
Experience the wonders of Prague and its historic city center, which is a recognized UNESCO World Heritage Site, on your city tour, or you can hike to the grand castle. Visit the 1,000-year-old Prague Castle and St. Vitus before walking over the romantic Charles Bridge to the Old Market Square, where you will find the capital’s famous Astronomical Clock. (B)
NOVEMBER 19 - PRAGUE
Beer has a long and illustrious history in the Czech Republic with the first brewery known to have existed in 993. Pilsner Urquell was created in 1842, being the first pilsner ever made, whilst Budweiser came into being in the city of Budweis. Beer is a core part of the country’s national identity, so much so the Czechs are the biggest consumers of beer in the world. The country is home to more than 100 breweries with a combination of big names and micro establishments offering
a vast range of styles, so join a Czech beer tasting and discover for yourself what makes the Czech beer some of the very best in the world. (B)
NOVEMBER 20 - RETURN TO THE USA
Bid farewell to Prague and prepare for your homeward flight. (B)
*A 3.5% surcharge will be added to all credit card transactions.
Guests taking an extension may be on a different flight than their group and/or traveling companion.
Departure Dates
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Tuesday, November 9, 2027From $3498* Register Now!