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7 Night Best of the Danube Cruise from Budapest

Ship: AmaMagna

Cruise Line: AMA Waterways

Sailed: Sunday, Feb 23, 2025 from Budapest, Hungary

Ended: Sunday, Mar 2, 2025

The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Sunday, Feb 23, 2025 departure of the AmaMagna. If AMA Waterways modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing , the modified schedule would not be reflected here.

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Day 1 - Sunday - Feb 23, 2025

Budapest, Hungary

Check out of your hotel to board your luxurious ship, perhaps exploring more of the city independently before the evening's briefings, cocktail hour, and dinner. (B,D)

Day 2 - Monday - Feb 24, 2025

Bratislava, Slovakia

Take your time this morning as the ship cruises from Austria to Slovakia. Host to the crowning ceremonies of 11 Hungarian kings and queens between 1563 and 1830, Bratislava certainly has earned the title "Coronation City of Kings", as you'll discover during your walking tour. If you prefer exploring the world through your tastebuds, join a special "Tastes of Slovakia" tour to sample traditional flavors from the region, including local beer. For a more active adventure, hike up to Bratislava Castle, offering magnificent views of the city, or journey further on a guided cycling tour. (B,L,D)

Day 3 - Tuesday - Feb 25, 2025

Cruising the Wachau Valley, Austria

Melk, Austria

Spend your morning reveling in the postcard-perfect landscapes of Austria's picturesque UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Wachau Valley. Later in the day, arrive in Melk. Located above the city on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Danube, Melk Abbey is one of Europe's largest and most revered Baroque monasteries and a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site. Originally founded in the 11th century, the magnificent abbey now houses a museum chronicling its history and a famous library with countless medieval manuscripts. During your tour you will see some of Melk's musical manuscripts as well as frescoes painted by Johann Michael Rottmayr and Paul Troger. (B,L,D)

Day 4 - Wednesday - Feb 26, 2025

Linz, Germany

Arrive in Linz, where you'll have multiple choices for excursions. In the morning, step off the ship into Linz, taking in its contemporary architecture as well as the old city center, the old market, and past the Mozart House, where he composed the Linz Symphony in only three days. As another alternative, pedal through Linz on an exhilarating bike tour. If you would rather fulfill your travel wish list in Salzburg, join a tour through the historic center, lovely Mirabell Gardens, Residenz Square, and the Old Market. En route to Salzburg, stop at Mondsee, home of the Basilika St. Michael where the wedding scene from The Sound of Music was filmed. Alternatively, join a full-day excursion to the charming Czech mountain town of Cesky 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. (B,L,D)

Day 5 - Thursday - Feb 27, 2025

Vienna, Austria

Enjoy a full morning of scenic cruising, taking some time to sit back, relax, and delight in the ever-changing views. Sleep in late, participate in a complimentary wellness class, treat yourself to a massage, and get to know fellow travelers while exploring all the amenities onboard. In the afternoon, enjoy an overview of Vienna's history and all its famous landmarks on a city tour showcasing all its regal splendors, including the majestic Opera House, St. Stephen's Cathedral, and the former Imperial Palace of the Habsburgs. Alternatively, take a thrilling guided bike ride along the romantic Danube Canal and through the city, traversing a bridge, cycling across a meadow, and heading to Vienna's famous Ringstrasse Boulevard. (B,L,D)

Day 6 - Friday - Feb 28, 2025

Vienna, Austria

Following your overnight in the "City of Waltzes", visit the UNESCO World Heritage-designated Schonbrunn Palace and Gardens, the main summer residence of the Habsburg rulers. Built in the 18th century as an imperial summer residence, this magnificent 1,441-room Baroque palace is one of the most important architectural, cultural, and historical monuments in Austria. If you prefer to connect with nature, journey to the town of Cobenzl where you will embark on a hike through the famed Vienna Woods that inspired a waltz composed by Johann Strauss II. Later in the day, explore Vienna at your leisure. (B,L,D)

Day 7 - Saturday - Mar 1, 2025

Budapest, Hungary

Budapest offers an unmatched combination of culture and tradition. Start your exploration of the city on the Buda side of the Danube, 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, admire the colossal Hungarian Parliament Building, Heroes' Square, and the moving "Shoes on the Danube Bank" memorial. In the evening, head up to the Sun Deck or stroll around town, delighting in the way Budapest's magnificent landmarks illuminate against the night sky. (B,L,D)

Day 8 - Sunday - Mar 2, 2025

Budapest, Hungary

Bid farewell to Budapest and prepare for your flight home. (B)

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Other Sail Dates and Itineraries on AmaMagna

Sail Date	Itinerary Name	Interior From	Oceanview From	Balcony From	Suite From	Details
Mar 2, 2025(Sunday)	7 Night Best of the Danube Departing from Budapest, Hungary Special Promotions $250 Military Savings AirPlus Offer	Call For Price	$2,789per person	$5,188per person	$9,788per person	View
Mar 2, 2025(Sunday)	7 Night Best of the Danube Departing from Budapest, Hungary Special Promotions $250 Military Savings AirPlus Offer	Call For Price	$2,789per person	$5,188per person	$9,788per person	View
Mar 9, 2025(Sunday)	7 Night Magna on the Danube Departing from Budapest, Hungary Special Promotions $250 Military Savings AirPlus Offer	Call For Price	$3,289per person	$5,688per person	$10,288per person	View
Mar 9, 2025(Sunday)	7 Night Magna on the Danube Departing from Budapest, Hungary Special Promotions $250 Military Savings AirPlus Offer	Call For Price	$3,289per person	$5,688per person	$10,288per person	View
Mar 16, 2025(Sunday)	7 Night Magna on the Danube Departing from Vilshofen, Germany Special Promotions $250 Military Savings AirPlus Offer The Signature Collection - Exclusive Amenities	Call For Price	$3,639per person	$6,038per person	$10,638per person	View

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