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20 Night Grand Danube 3 Nights Istanbul Pre Cruise and 3 Nights Prague Post Cruise and Land Tour

From Istanbul, (Turkey) to Prague, (Czech Republic)

AmaRudi
AMA Waterways
4 Stars
Cruise #: 14360021
Sail Date: Thursday, Feb 17, 2028
Return Date: Wednesday, Mar 8, 2028
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20 Night Grand Danube 3 Nights Istanbul Pre Cruise and 3 Nights Prague Post Cruise and Land Tour

Land Segment of Itinerary

Thursday - Feb 17, 2028
Day
1
  • Istanbul, Turkey
Arrive in Istanbul and transfer to your hotel.

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Friday - Feb 18, 2028
Day
2
  • Istanbul, Turkey
Admire the grandeur of the spectacular Ottoman Sultans' Grand Palace of Topkapi, home to every Sultan from the 15th to the 19th century. During your tour, marvel at the private chambers of the Sultans, the Harem (women's quarters) and the Imperial Treasury's vast collection, including the jewel-encrusted Topkapi Dagger and the stunning 86-carat Spoonmaker's Diamond. (B) ...
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Saturday - Feb 19, 2028
Day
3
  • Istanbul, Turkey
Allow yourself to be led through Istanbul's fascinating Old City, with its numerous Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman monuments. Admire the mighty defensive walls, the Roman aqueduct, and the hippodrome, among other iconic sites. (B)

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Sunday - Feb 20, 2028
Day
4
  • Istanbul, Turkey
  • Air Travel
  • Bucharest, Romania
  • Bus Travel

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Day 4 - Sunday - Feb 20, 2028
Day
4
Cruise Begins
  • Cruise Begins
  • Giurgiu, Romania
Check out of your Istanbul hotel and fly to Bucharest. Transfer to Giurgiu where you will embark your ship for your Grand Danube cruise.
  • Giurgiu, Romania
Embark the ship in Giurgiu for your Grand Danube Cruise.
Monday - Feb 21, 2028
Day
5
Giurgiu, Romania
  • Giurgiu, Romania
  • Bus Travel
  • Bucharest, Romania
  • Bus Travel
  • Giurgiu, Romania
  • Rousse, Bulgaria
  • Bus Travel
  • Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria
  • Bus Travel
  • Rousse, Bulgaria
Travel through the Romanian countryside to the capital of Bucharest, known as the "Little Paris of the East". Enjoy a panoramic tour of the historic city center and its elegant architecture, followed by a visit to the Palace of the Parliament, the second-largest administrative building in the world. Later in the day, visit Bulgaria's ancient capital, Veliko Tarnovo, with its medieval fortress and multiple Orthodox temples. You can opt instead to go to Rousse, known for its 19th- and 20th-century Neo-Baroque and Neo-Rococo architecture, and then afterwards visit the UNESCO World Heritage-designated Rock-Hewn Churches of Ivanovo with frescoes revealing exceptional artistry of 14th-century paintings. (B,L,D) ...
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Tuesday - Feb 22, 2028
Day
6
  • Vidin, Bulgaria
Explore Vidin, one of Bulgaria's oldest cities, and surrounding areas with a choice of excursions. Enjoy a walking tour of Vidin, or discover Baba Vida Fortress, the largest preserved medieval castle in Bulgaria.
Wednesday - Feb 23, 2028
Day
7
Iron Gates
  • Iron Gates
The Iron Gates are some of Europe's most awe-inspiring natural wonders. The Danube narrows as it winds through a series of magnificent gorges between the Carpathian and Balkan mountains. The banks of the river dazzle with sheer-faced rocks that stretch high overhead along this natural border between Serbia and Romania. The ancient Serbian king Decebalus is proudly carved into the mountainside and always captivates travelers. (B,L,D) ...
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Thursday - Feb 24, 2028
Day
8
Belgrade, Serbia
  • Belgrade, Serbia
Explore Serbia's capital, Belgrade, on a city tour that includes the Kalemegdan Fortress and the Serbian Orthodox Temple of St. Sava. Alternatively, hike to well-preserved Belgrade Fortress with its conical towers. In the afternoon, enjoy a taste of the region by sampling Serbian plum brandy, and delicious local delights or join a guided bike tour for a more active adventure. (B,L,D) ...
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Friday - Feb 25, 2028
Day
9
  • Ilok, Croatia
Visit Vukovar, a Croatian symbol of resistance, which you'll better understand on your city tour showcasing the Ovcara Memorial and Eltz Castle. Alternatively, choose a wine tasting in Ilok, a center of wine production since Roman times, where you'll sample its famous Grasevina, Traminac, and Frankovka wines. (B,L,D) ...
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Saturday - Feb 26, 2028
Day
10
  • Mohacs, Hungary
  • Bus Travel
  • Pecs, Hungary
  • Bus Travel
  • Mohacs, Hungary
Enjoy a scenic morning cruise to Mohacs and then visit Pecs, founded more than 2,000 years ago by the Romans. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage-designated Christian Necropolis; St. Peter's Basilica, the city's main Catholic cathedral along with its catacombs; and Szechenyi Square, the heart of Old Town Pecs. You will also see the Mosque of Pasha Qasim the Victorious, one of the symbols of the city. Or choose a guided bike tour through Mohacs. For wine connoisseurs, you'll want to go instead to the Szekszard wine region, one of the oldest red-wine-growing areas in Hungary, established more than 2,000 years ago. (B,L,D) ...
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Sunday - Feb 27, 2028
Day
11
  • Budapest, Hungary
  • Bus Travel
  • Godollo, Hungary
  • Bus Travel
  • Budapest, Hungary
Visit the Royal Palace of Godollo, originally constructed by count Antal Grassalkovich during the 18th century. This Baroque palace has endured several renovation and Renaissance periods throughout its history, including after its elegant contents were cleared out during World War II. It once held Soviet troops, served as a home for the elderly, was a favorite holiday destination of Hungary's Queen Elisabeth (Sisi), and was more recently opened as a museum. During your tour, you will visit the Queen Elisabeth exhibition and learn more about the history of the palace, as well as step inside the elegant Baroque theater and stables. You will also have a chance to stroll through the gardens of this stately multi-winged building. (B,L,D) ...
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Monday - Feb 28, 2028
Day
12
  • Budapest, Hungary
You cannot help but fall in love with Budapest, known as the "Queen of the Danube". Your city tour begins with a visit to the Great Market Hall. The remainder of this tour takes you to both the Buda (hilly) and the Pest (flat) sides of the river. Alternatively, hike up to Castle Hill for breathtaking views of the city. ...
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Tuesday - Feb 29, 2028
Day
13
  • 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) ...
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Wednesday - Mar 1, 2028
Day
14
  • Vienna, Austria
The "City of Waltzes" is a treasure trove 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 the UNESCO World Heritage-designated historic city center and visit St. Stephen's Cathedral. For a more active exploration, take a guided bike ride through Vienna. During the afternoon, enjoy leisure time exploring this iconic city even more or visit Schonbrunn Palace and Gardens. (B,L,D) ...
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Thursday - Mar 2, 2028
Day
15
Krems, Austria
  • Krems, Austria
  • Bus Travel
  • Durnstein, Austria
  • Bus Travel
  • Krems, Austria
  • Spitz, Austria
  • Bus Travel
  • Melk, Austria
  • Bus Travel
  • Spitz, Austria
Be treated to several choices of excursions. Enjoy a walking tour through the medieval cobblestone streets reveals 16th-century townhouses and wine taverns. Marvel at the luminous blue facade of the Baroque Stiftskirche, Durnstein's famed church cloister tower, considered the most beautiful of its kind in all of Austria. For a more culinary-focused experience, you can visit a local vineyard where you will be treated to the regions finest apricot products. Or hike the trail up to the ruins of Durnstein Fortress, where Richard the Lionheart was once held captive, and where you'll find spectacular views of the valley, river, and village below. You can also choose to go on a guided bike tour to Durnstein. Later in the day, head up to the Sun Deck for panoramic views as you unwind with a scenic cruise through the Strudengau and UNESCO World Heritage-designated Wachau valleys. Once arrived at Spitz, visit the UNESCO World Heritage-designated Melk Abbey. For an active adventure, enjoy a guided bike tour to Emmersdorf or a hike through Spitz to Rotes Tor. In the evening, be treated to an intimate and palate-pleasing wine tasting in Spitz. (B,L,D) ...
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Friday - Mar 3, 2028
Day
16
Linz, Germany
  • Linz, Germany
  • Bus Travel
  • Mondsee, Austria, Austria
  • Bus Travel
  • Salzburg, Austria
  • Bus Travel
  • 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 Old Market. En route to Salzburg, stop at Mondsee, home of the Basilica of 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, for guests who have not chosen the full-day Salzburg tour, visit the charming mountain town of Cesky Krumlov - a guest favorite, located just over the Czech-Austrian border. (B,L,D) ...
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Saturday - Mar 4, 2028
Day
17
Passau, Germany
  • 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. Or choose between a guided bike tour along the Danube River, or a guided hike up to the Veste Oberhaus fortress. Later, cruise to Vilshofen, where you will be treated to a festive Oktoberfest celebration - an AmaWaterways exclusive. (B,L,D) ...
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Sunday - Mar 5, 2028
Day
18
  • Vilshofen, Germany
Bid farewell to Vilshofen and prepare for your flight home. (B)
  • Vilshofen, Germany
  • Cruise Ends

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Day 18 - Sunday - Mar 5, 2028
Day
18
  • 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)

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Monday - Mar 6, 2028
Day
19
  • Prague, Czech Republic
Discover Prague with a choice of a city tour or a castle hike. Both will reveal why Prague is considered one of Europe's most attractive cities, with a historic city center that's recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See all the key highlights, including the National Museum, Wenceslas Square, the 1,000-year-old Prague Castle, and Old Town Square, where you will find the famous Astronomical Clock. (B) ...
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Tuesday - Mar 7, 2028
Day
20
  • 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) ...
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Wednesday - Mar 8, 2028
Day
21
  • Prague, Czech Republic
Bid farewell to Prague and prepare for your homeward flight. (B)
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