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Cruise · AMAWaterways · 7 nights

Icons of the Danube (New Year’s Celebration)

  • Included tours such as the Passau Castle Fitness Hike
  • A choice of standard, bike, hike and Special Interest excursions
  • Guided Imperial apartments and carriage museum visit in Vienna
From
$6,091 pp twin share
7 nights
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When & how much

Departure & Pricing

Your departure

Departs Sun 24 Dec 2028 Vilshofen
Returns Sun 31 Dec 2028 Budapest
Duration 7 nights
Ship AmaMagna
From pp twin share $6,091

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Cruise Snapshot
7 Nights

A seven-night Danube river cruise through Germany, Austria, Slovakia and Hungary, aboard the AmaWaterways ship AmaMagna

  • Exclusive Oktoberfest celebration on embarkation evening
  • Full-day Salzburg excursion with historic centre and gardens
  • Vienna city tour including Schönbrunn Palace and its Imperial apartments

Trip Details

Departs
Sun 24 Dec 2028
Returns
Sun 31 Dec 2028
Embarks
Vilshofen
Disembarks
Budapest
Ship
AmaMagna
Operator
AMAWaterways

Indulge your passion for awe-inspiring architecture, timeless music, breathtaking landscapes and culinary delights on this beautifully curated itinerary specifically designed for AmaMagna . Apricot brandy and chocolate tasting in Dürnstein and an exclusive wine festival in Spitz are only a few of the epicurean experiences you'll indulge in. Vienna, home to a treasure trove of Baroque splendors, including its grand Schönbrunn Palace, gives you a glimpse into bygone grandeur; while Budapest and Bratislava offer a vibrant mix of east and west. With plenty of daytime scenic sailing, you'll be able to enjoy the extraordinary AmaMagna to its fullest—from al fresco dining to spinning with a view.

This river cruise journeys through Germany, Austria, Slovakia and Hungary, calling at Vilshofen, Passau, Linz, Melk, Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest and Budapest.

You'll sail aboard the AmaWaterways river ship AmaMagna.

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

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Deck plans
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Piano Deck

AmaMagna — 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

    Sun 24 Dec
    VILSHOFEN – EMBARKATION. Board the ultra-luxurious AmaMagna . In the evening, be treated to an AmaWaterways-exclusive Bavarian Oktoberfest celebration complete with music, beer and sausages.
  2. 2

    Passau

    Mon 25 Dec
    PASSAU, GERMANY. Join a walking tour and marvel at Passau's Gothic and Italian Baroque architecture and St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Or take a guided hike up to the Veste Oberhaus fortress. You can also ride to Wernstein on a guided bike tour.
  3. 3

    Linz

    Tue 26 Dec
    LINZ, AUSTRIA - GREIN, AUSTRIA. Enjoy a full-day excursion to Salzburg and tour the historic center, Mirabell Gardens, Residenz Square and the Old Market. You may also choose to join a full-day excursion to the charming Czech mountain town of Český 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. Following these full-day excursions, you may also choose to take a brief walking tour in Linz. Alternatively, join a walking tour through the old city center of Linz and by the Mozart House; or bike along the city’s famed “Cultural Mile” and the Danube. Later in the day, visit Greinburg Castle, the oldest residential castle in Austria.
  4. 4

    Melk

    Wed 27 Dec
    MELK, AUSTRIA – SPITZ, AUSTRIA. In the morning, you can visit the 900-year-old Melk Abbey situated high atop the granite cliffs of the Danube. You can also opt to join a guided hike to the abbey, with the option to join the guided tour, or you may choose to bike to Marbach before returning to Melk and the ship for lunch. During the afternoon, journey to Spitz and take a guided excursion to Dürnstein to stroll along the cobblestone streets to the Baroque Stiftskirche, with its famed church tower on a walking tour. Those who wish a more active adventure of the area can hike to the historic Dürnstein Fortress, cycle through Spitz, or hike around Spitz up to Rotes Tor. In the evening, be treated to an exclusive wine festival where you’ll enjoy some of the region’s famous wines. Excursion available on cruise dates between April - October
  5. 5

    Vienna

    Thu 28 Dec
    VIENNA, AUSTRIA. Vienna offers a wealth 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, and then visit St. Stephen’s Cathedral; or discover Vienna by bike. During the afternoon, visit the Palace of Schönbrunn, an exquisite example of Baroque architecture and opulence. Built as the summer residence of the Habsburg Emperors and spanning an astounding 1,441 rooms, this Rococo palace soon became one of their favorite homes. Your visit will include a guided tour of the Imperial apartments, the carriage museum and the equally impressive gardens.
  6. 6

    Bratislava

    Fri 29 Dec
    VIENNA – 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 to its gleaming castle.
  7. 7

    Budapest

    Sat 30 Dec
    BUDAPEST, HUNGARY. During the morning, sail toward Budapest, passing through the scenic Danube Bend where you’ll see some of Hungary’s oldest settlements, including Esztergom, Visegrád and Szentendre. Budapest offers an unmatched combination of culture and tradition. On the Buda side of the city, follow 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.
  8. 8

    Budapest

    Sun 31 Dec
    DISEMBARKATION - BUDAPEST. Disembark the ship as you prepare for your flight home.
What you get for the price

Inclusions & exclusions

What’s included

  • Exclusive Oktoberfest Celebration.
  • "City of Three Rivers" Walking Tour.
  • Passau Castle Fitness Hike.
  • Full-day Salzburg Excursion.
  • Český Krumlov Excursion & Linz Walking Tour.
  • "UNESCO City of Media Arts" Walking Tour.
Where you’ll stay

Accommodation

Accommodation is aboard the AmaWaterways river ship AmaMagna.

Stateroom categories available

  • Category OS
  • Category GS
  • Category SA
  • Category SB
  • Category AA
  • Category AB
  • Category D
  • Category E
Grand Danube stateroom
Grand Danube 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 24 Dec 2028 and 31 Dec 2028, subject to live availability.
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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