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Cruise · AMAWaterways · 7 nights

City Escapes: Vienna & the Danube

  • Extensive included tours with choice of standard, bike, hike and special interest options
  • Accommodation aboard AmaWaterways river ships with multiple stateroom categories
  • Pretzel bakery workshop and local beer tastings in Salzburg and Bratislava
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$5,393 pp twin share
7 nights
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18 departures

  1. Sat 12 Feb 2028 → Sat 19 Feb 2028 7 nights · Budapest → Vilshofen · AmaMora Outside $3,161 Balcony $4,886 Suite $9,203 from $3,161 pp twin share Select
  2. Sat 19 Feb 2028 → Sat 26 Feb 2028 7 nights · Vilshofen → Budapest · AmaMora Outside $3,305 Balcony $5,030 Suite $9,346 from $3,305 pp twin share Select
  3. Wed 23 Feb 2028 → Wed 1 Mar 2028 7 nights · Budapest → Vilshofen · AmaSonata Outside $3,593 Balcony $5,893 Suite $9,634 from $3,593 pp twin share Select
  4. Wed 23 Feb 2028 → Wed 1 Mar 2028 7 nights · Vilshofen → Budapest · AmaReina Outside $5,393 Balcony $7,693 Suite $11,434 from $5,393 pp twin share Enquire
  5. Sat 26 Feb 2028 → Sat 4 Mar 2028 7 nights · Budapest → Vilshofen · AmaMora Outside $3,593 Balcony $5,318 Suite $9,634 from $3,593 pp twin share Select
Cruise Snapshot
7 Nights

Eight days cruising the Danube through Vienna, Bratislava and Budapest with included tours and choice excursions

  • UNESCO Wachau Valley scenic cruise through Austria
  • Full-day Salzburg excursion with Hohensalzburg Fortress access
  • Waltz dance class and House of Strauss concert in Vienna

Trip Details

Departs
Wed 23 Feb 2028
Returns
Wed 1 Mar 2028
Embarks
Vilshofen
Disembarks
Budapest
Ship
AmaReina
Operator
AMAWaterways

Those longing for the romance of Old World Europe will get to travel into the very heart of the continent, where empires were built, kings and queens were crowned and some of the world’s greatest music was composed and performed by the likes of Mozart and Beethoven. Grand European cities like Vienna, Bratislava and Budapest forever remain timeless. Admire the beauty of Salzburg or the Czech Republic’s charming mountain town, Ceský Krumlov. From grand abbeys and fortresses perched high above the Danube to plentiful iconic UNESCO World Heritage Sites, be romanced by the Danube with all her regal and romantic splendor.

This river cruise journeys through Germany, Austria, Slovakia and Hungary, calling at Vilshofen, Passau, Salzburg, Scenic Cruising, Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest and Budapest.

You'll sail aboard the AmaWaterways river ships AmaMora, AmaSonata and 3 sister ships.

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.

Life in transit

AmaReina

AmaReina
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AmaReina

Deck plans
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AmaReina · Deck plans

Piano Deck

AmaReina — Piano Deck deck plan

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. 1

    Vilshofen

    Wed 23 Feb
    EMBARKATION – VILSHOFEN. Embark your ship and begin your City Escapes journey in comfort and style.
  2. 2

    Passau

    Thu 24 Feb
    PASSAU, GERMANY. Passau’s three rivers set the pace for your day as you wander its colorful lanes, choosing between a guided look at its storied riverfront with a local tasting or a peek inside a beloved pretzel bakery steeped in tradition. Later today, enjoy a scenic cruise through Schloegerner Schlinge river bend en route to your next destination.
  3. 3

    Salzburg

    Fri 25 Feb
    LINZ – SALZBURG, AUSTRIA. In Linz, you can enjoy a guided walking tour and then wander the galleries of the museum that matches your interests with a museum pass. Alternatively, you may choose to venture to Salzburg for full-day excursion, with the additional choice to visit either the Hohensalzburg Fortress or Red Bull Hangar-7. You also have the option to venture to the Czech Republic for a full-day tour of Český Krumlov, complete with local beer tasting.
  4. 4

    Scenic Cruising

    Sat 26 Feb
    VIENNA – SCENIC SAILING – WACHAU. Cruise through the UNESCO designated Wachau Valley, marveling at the natural landscapes of Austria and enjoying your ship’s amenities.
  5. 5

    Vienna

    Sun 27 Feb
    VIENNA. In the morning, choose between the “Imperial Vienna” guided tour or an exciting bike ride through the city. Later, learn to waltz with a dance class, enjoy a visit to a local art museum, or venture to Burg Liechtenstein for a boat tour of the largest underground lake in Europe. In the evening, you’ll be invited to dinner and a concert on shore at the House of Strauss Museum.
  6. 6

    Bratislava

    Mon 28 Feb
    BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA. Discover Bratislava’s character by joining a guided walk through its historic center, followed by a sampling of regional flavors with a beer tasting, or a hike up to Bratislava Castle for panoramic views.
  7. 7

    Budapest

    Tue 29 Feb
    BUDAPEST, HUNGARY. A leisurely morning of scenic cruising leads into an afternoon and evening where you can explore Budapest through a guided city tour and on your own.
  8. 8

    Budapest

    Wed 1 Mar
    BUDAPEST – DISEMBARKATION. Disembark in Budapest
What you get for the price

Inclusions & exclusions

What’s included

  • "City of Three Rivers" Walking Tour with Tasting.
  • Pretzel Bakery Workshop.
  • Cruising the Schloegerner Schlinge.
  • Full-day Salzburg excursion & Hohensalzburg Fortress.
  • Salzburg Full-Day & Red Bull Hangar 7.
  • Full-day Český Krumlov with Local Beer Tasting.
Where you’ll stay

Accommodation

Accommodation is aboard the AmaWaterways river ships AmaMora, AmaSonata and 3 sister ships.

Stateroom categories available

  • Suite
  • Category AA
  • Category AB
  • Category BA
  • Category BB
  • Category CA
  • Category CB
  • Category D
Romantic Danube (Taste of Christmas) stateroom
Romantic Danube (Taste of Christmas) stateroom
From the operator

Common questions about this voyage

How long is this journey?
This itinerary runs for 8 days and 7 nights.
When can I travel?
Departures are currently scheduled between 12 Feb 2028 and 20 Nov 2028, subject to live availability.
Are there different departure options?
Yes, multiple departures may be available depending on your preferred travel period.
What is generally included?
Inclusions typically cover guided touring and selected experiences, with exact details listed in the itinerary.
What style of accommodation is used?
Accommodation is pre-arranged as part of the journey, with specific properties shown in the trip details.
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