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20 Night Grand Danube Cruise and Land Tour

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20 Night Grand Danube Cruise and Land Tour

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

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AmaVerde
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4 Stars

Cruise #: 13978847

Sail Date: Friday, Apr 4, 2025

Return Date: Thursday, Apr 24, 2025

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20 Night Grand Danube Cruise and Land Tour

Land Segment of Itinerary

Friday - Apr 4, 2025

Day
1

Prague, Czech Republic

Arrive in Prague and transfer to your hotel.

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Saturday - Apr 5, 2025

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2

Prague, Czech Republic

Discover fairytale Prague and its magical church spires via a city tour or a hike to Prague Castle. Both will reveal why Prague is considered one of Europe's most attractive and vibrant cities, with a historic city center that's recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. (B)

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Sunday - Apr 6, 2025

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Prague, Czech Republic

Beer has been an important part of the Czech Republic since 993 when the first brewery was established. Beer is vital to the country's national identity, so much so that the Czechs are the biggest consumers of beer in the world. Join a beer tasting and discover for yourself what makes Czech beer some of the best in the world. (B) ...
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Monday - Apr 7, 2025

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Prague, Czech Republic

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Regensburg, Germany

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Day 4 - Monday - Apr 7, 2025

Day
4

Cruise Begins

Vilshofen, Germany

Depart from Prague via motorcoach and enjoy a stop in Regensburg. After a local highlights tour, drive to Vilshofen where you will board your ship. Later in the day, enjoy a festive Oktoberfest celebration - an AmaWaterways exclusive. (B,D)

Vilshofen, Germany

Board the ship in Vilshofen for your Grand Danube cruise. In the evening, be treated to a festive Oktoberfest celebration - an AmaWaterways exclusive. (D)

Tuesday - Apr 8, 2025

Day
5

Vilshofen, Germany

Passau, Germany

Enjoy a free morning to walk around the quaint village of Vilshofen. Later, cruise to Passau, where you have the option of exploring it one of three ways. Take 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 Inn River or a guided hike up to the Veste Oberhaus fortress. (B,L,D) ...
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Wednesday - Apr 9, 2025

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6

Linz, Germany

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Mondsee, Austria, Austria

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Salzburg, Austria

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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 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. Alternatively, you can visit the charming mountain town of Cesky Krumlov, a guest favorite located just over the Czech-Austrian border, on a full-day excursion. (B,L,D) ...
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Thursday - Apr 10, 2025

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7

Weissenkirchen, Austria

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Durnstein, Austria

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Melk, Austria

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Weissenkirchen, Austria

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 Valley. 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. 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 cycle through the Wachau Valley on a guided bike tour. For a more culinary-focused experience, sample special apricot treats from a local boutique. In the evening, enjoy a wine tasting hosted by a local vintner. (B,L,D) ...
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Friday - Apr 11, 2025

Day
8

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-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. (B,L,D) ...
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Saturday - Apr 12, 2025

Day
9

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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Sunday - Apr 13, 2025

Day
10

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. (B,L,D) ...
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Monday - Apr 14, 2025

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11

Budapest, Hungary

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Godollo, Hungary

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Puszta Cultural Experience, Hungary

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Budapest, Hungary

Visit the 19th-century Godollo Palace with its royal stables and Baroque theater, followed by lunch at Godollo Restaurant. Afterward, head for Puszta, the vast flat Great Hungarian Plain where you will tour a genuine Hungarian csarda (farm) run by the carriage-driving world champions Lazar brothers. Following the tour, witness a unique, unforgettable performance of Hungarian horsemanship, a tradition that goes back to the hordes of Magyar tribes conquering Hungary in the 9th century. (B,L,D) ...
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Tuesday - Apr 15, 2025

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12

Mohacs, Hungary

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Pecs, Hungary

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Mohacs, Hungary

Welcome to 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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Wednesday - Apr 16, 2025

Day
13

Vukovar, Croatia

Enjoy your morning in Vukovar on a guided city tour where you may visit sites such as Eltz Manor House and Vukovar's famous water tower. Alternatively, you may see Osijek on a guided tour. For those looking for a more active experience, you may explore Vukovar on an active bike tour. In the afternoon, enjoy a Croatian wine tasting and tour in the Old Cellars, famous for their Grasevina, Traminac, and Frankovka wines. You can also choose to explore the Vucedol Museum, home to fascinating exhibits on prehistoric culture and one of the most important archeological sites in Europe. (B,L,D) ...
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Thursday - Apr 17, 2025

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14

Belgrade, Serbia

Explore Serbia's capital, Belgrade, on a city tour that includes the Kalemegdan Fortress and the Serbian Orthodox Temple of St. Sava. Or, hike to the well-preserved Belgrade Fortress. In the afternoon, enjoy a taste of the region by sampling a few types of Serbian brandy including 'slivovitz', which was added in 2022 to UNESCO's list of "Intangible Cultural Heritage", paired with delicious local appetizers. For those wishing a more active adventure, join a guided bike tour. (B,L,D) ...
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Friday - Apr 18, 2025

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15

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. Visit also Golubac Fortress - one of the best preserved medieval fortresses in Europe and enjoy a tasting of locally sourced delicacies. (B,L,D) ...
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Saturday - Apr 19, 2025

Day
16

Vidin, Bulgaria

Explore Vidin, one of Bulgaria's oldest cities, and surrounding areas with a choice of excursions. Discover Baba Vida Fortress, the largest preserved medieval castle in Bulgaria. Alternatively, visit a local home for a demonstration of traditional Bulgarian yogurt and banitsa, a pastry you will also get to make. You also have the choice to bike through Vidin and to the castle. (B,L,D) ...
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Sunday - Apr 20, 2025

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17

Rousse, Bulgaria

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Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria

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Rousse, Bulgaria

Giurgiu, Romania

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 frescos revealing exceptional artistry of 14th-century paintings. Alternatively, you may opt to 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. (B,L,D) ...
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Monday - Apr 21, 2025

Day
18

Giurgiu, Romania

Disembark the ship and bid farewell to Giurgiu as you prepare for your flight home. (B)

Giurgiu, Romania

Cruise Ends

Land Segment of Itinerary

Day 18 - Monday - Apr 21, 2025

Day
18

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Bucharest, Romania

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Istanbul, Turkey

Disembark the ship in Giurgiu and board a motorcoach to Bucharest, where you will board your flight to Istanbul. Upon landing, check into your hotel. (B)

Land Segment of Itinerary

Tuesday - Apr 22, 2025

Day
19

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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Land Segment of Itinerary

Wednesday - Apr 23, 2025

Day
20

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)

Land Segment of Itinerary

Thursday - Apr 24, 2025

Day
21

Istanbul, Turkey

Bid farewell to Istanbul as you prepare for your flight home. (B)

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