Cruise · AMAWaterways · 7 nights

Blue Danube Discovery

An extensive lineup of included tours on every river day
Choice of standard, bike, hiking and special interest excursions
Sailing aboard AmaWaterways ships AmaReina and AmaSonata

$4,506 pp twin share

7 nights

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Wed 17 Mar 2027 → Wed 24 Mar 2027 7 nights · Budapest → Nuremberg · AmaReina Outside $4,506 Balcony $6,735 Suite $10,476 from $4,506 pp twin share Enquire
Wed 28 Apr 2027 → Wed 5 May 2027 7 nights · Budapest → Nuremberg · AmaReina Outside $7,157 Balcony $9,386 from $7,157 pp twin share Select
Wed 5 May 2027 → Wed 12 May 2027 7 nights · Budapest → Nuremberg · AmaSonata Outside $6,735 Balcony $9,036 from $6,735 pp twin share Select
Wed 12 May 2027 → Wed 19 May 2027 7 nights · Budapest → Nuremberg · AmaReina Outside $6,951 Balcony $9,180 from $6,951 pp twin share Select
Wed 26 May 2027 → Wed 2 Jun 2027 7 nights · Budapest → Nuremberg · AmaReina Outside $6,879 Balcony $9,180 from $6,879 pp twin share Select

Cruise Snapshot

7 Nights

A seven-night river cruise along the Danube through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria and Germany, calling at famous cities and historic sights

Walking tours of Bratislava, Vienna and Passau's historic centres
Cruising the scenic Wachau Valley to Melk Abbey
Crossing Europe's Continental Divide via the Main-Danube Canal

Trip Details

Departs: Wed 17 Mar 2027
Returns: Wed 24 Mar 2027
Embarks: Budapest
Disembarks: Nuremberg
Ship: AmaReina
Operator: AMAWaterways

Discover a wealth of art, history and cultural treasures as you cruise to some of Europe’s most famous destinations. From Budapest, journey to Vienna, Passau and the 2,000-year-old town of Regensburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Along the way, visit magnificent cathedrals and Baroque abbeys, sample Vienna’s sinfully rich sacher-torte cake, experience the breathtaking scenery of the Wachau Valley winemaking region and traverse Europe’s Continental Divide.

This river cruise journeys through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria and Germany, calling at Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Dürnstein, Linz, Regensburg, Nuremberg and Nuremberg.

You'll sail aboard the AmaWaterways river ships AmaReina and AmaSonata.

On our river cruises, you will enjoy an extensive lineup of included tours. In many cases, you will have a choice of excursions, such as standard tours, bike tours, hikes and special interest tours. We always include a large variety of activities so that you can choose how you want to explore. No matter your preference, your days will be full of discovery and wonder.

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AmaReina

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AmaReina

Deck plans: 4

AmaReina · Deck plans

Piano Deck

Source: AmaWaterways, captured 10 October 2026. Deck plans are provided by the cruise line and are subject to change at any time.

Day by day

Itinerary

1
Budapest
Wed 17 Mar
BUDAPEST – EMBARKATION. Board the ship for your Blue Danube Discovery cruise.
2
Bratislava
Thu 18 Mar
BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA. 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.
3
Vienna
Fri 19 Mar
VIENNA, AUSTRIA. 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, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and then visit St. Stephen’s Cathedral. For a more active exploration of the area, take a guided bike ride. In the afternoon, enjoy leisure time exploring this iconic city at your own pace.
4
Dürnstein
Sat 20 Mar
DÜRNSTEIN – MELK. After reaching the Wachau Valley in the morning, you’ll have a choice of three excursions in Dürnstein. Partake in a walking tour along cobblestone streets to the luminous blue façade of the Baroque Stiftskirche, with its famed church tower, before enjoying a wine tasting in a local cellar. Visit a local boutique, where you’ll be treated to the region’s finest apricot products. Alternatively, for a beautiful view of the Wachau Valley, hike up to the fortress where Richard the Lionheart was once held. After your morning excursions, cruise through the picturesque Wachau Valley to Melk. Upon reaching Melk, take a tour of the UNESCO-designated Melk Abbey or take a guided bike ride through Melk. Guests looking for a more active experience may choose to hike to this impressive monastery.
5
Linz
Sun 21 Mar
LINZ, AUSTRIA – PASSAU, GERMANY. For those who love The Sound of Music , disembark in Linz and set off on a full-day excursion to Salzburg and tour the historic center, Mirabell Gardens, Residenz Square and the Old Market. Those who remain on board will enjoy a scenic morning sailing to the medieval city of Passau. Join a walking tour through this 2,000-year-old city, noted for its Gothic and Italian Baroque architecture and St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Guests looking for a more active morning can choose between a guided hike up to the Veste Oberhaus Fortress overlooking Passau or a guided bike tour along the Inn River. Passau tours not available with full-day Salzburg
6
Regensburg
Mon 22 Mar
REGENSBURG. Explore Regensburg, one of Germany’s best preserved medieval cities and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on a guided walking tour showcasing the city’s architectural highlights, including the Old Town Hall and the Porta Praetoria, gates to an ancient Roman fort built in 179 A.D. As an alternate option, sample some of Bavaria’s specialties—beer, sausage and pretzels; or bike to Walhalla where you’ll see the neoclassical white marble temple inspired by the Parthenon in Athens.
7
Nuremberg
Tue 23 Mar
NUREMBERG. Enjoy a scenic morning cruise as the ship crosses the Continental Divide via the Main-Danube Canal to Nuremberg. Explore the medieval city center with a tour that showcases the Imperial Castle and the famous town wall, as well as Albrecht Dürer’s home and Market Square with its legendary fountain. Or you can take a guided tour of the city’s WWII history, including a visit to the infamous Zeppelin Field, a museum built on the site of former Nazi rallies and the site of the Nuremberg Trials when not in session. Alternatively, savor traditional Franconian specialties by sampling famously delicious Nuremberger Bratwurst, Rot bier (red beer) and Lebkuchen (gingerbread).
8
Nuremberg
Wed 24 Mar
NUREMBERG – DISEMBARKATION. Bid farewell to Nuremberg and prepare for your flight home. – Indicates Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included on this day.