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12 Night Melodies of the Danube Cruise and Land Tour from Budapest
Ship: AmaVerde
Cruise Line: AMA Waterways
Sailed: Saturday, Apr 27, 2024 from Budapest, Hungary
Ended: Thursday, May 9, 2024
The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Saturday, Apr 27, 2024
departure of the AmaVerde. If AMA Waterways modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing
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Budapest is one of Europe's most regal and storied cities-and many of its most 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)
Day 3 - Monday - Apr 29, 2024
Budapest, Hungary
Cruise Begins
Budapest, Hungary
Check out of your hotel to board your luxurious ship. (B,D)
Budapest, Hungary
Arrive in Budapest and board your luxurious river cruise ship. (D)
Day 4 - Tuesday - Apr 30, 2024
Budapest, Hungary
Budapest offers an unmatched combination of culture and tradition. 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 Mattias Church. As an alternative, you can hike up to Castle Hill for breathtaking views of the city below. (B,L,D)
Day 5 - Wednesday - May 1, 2024
Bratislava, Slovakia
Host to the crowning ceremonies of many 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 6 - Thursday - May 2, 2024
Vienna, Austria
The "City of Waltzes" offers a wealth 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 and 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 7 - Friday - May 3, 2024
Weissenkirchen, Austria
Grein, Austria
After reaching Weissenkirchen, you'll be treated to several choices of excursions. Take a walking tour of Durnstein before visiting the UNESCO World Heritage-designated Melk Abbey. For a more culinary-focused experience, join a walking tour in Durnstein, 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. (B,L,D)
Day 8 - Saturday - May 4, 2024
Linz, Germany
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 Basilica St. Michael. Or, 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. During the afternoon, you can also choose to visit charming Cesky Krumlov, located across the Czech-Austrian border. (B,L,D)
Day 9 - Sunday - May 5, 2024
Passau, Germany
Vilshofen, Germany
Discover the city of Passau in one of three ways. Enjoy a walking tour and marvel at Gothic and Italian Baroque architecture and St. Stephan'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 10 - Monday - May 6, 2024
Vilshofen, Germany
Bid farewell to Vilshofen and prepare for your flight home. (B)
Vilshofen, Germany
Cruise Ends
Bus Travel
Regensburg, Germany
Bus Travel
Prague, Czech Republic
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)
Day 11 - Tuesday - May 7, 2024
Prague, Czech Republic
Experience the wonders of Prague and its historic city center that is a recognized UNESCO World Heritage Site on your city tour or you can hike to the grand castle. See Rudolfinum and the Dancing House. Visit the 1,000-year-old Prague Castle and St. Vitus before walking over the romantic Charles Bridge to the Old Town Square, where you will find the capital's famous Astronomical Clock. (B)
Day 12 - Wednesday - May 8, 2024
Prague, Czech Republic
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, while 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 per capita. The country is home to more than 100 breweries with a combination of big names and micro establishments offering a huge range of styles, so join a Czech beer tasting and discover for yourself what makes the Czech's beer some of the very best in the world. (B)
Day 13 - Thursday - May 9, 2024
Prague, Czech Republic
Bid farewell to Prague and prepare for your flight home. (B)
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