Cruise · AMAWaterways · 7 nights

Icons of the Danube (Wine Cruise)

Oktoberfest celebration on board the AmaMagna on embarkation evening
Guided full-day excursion to Český Krumlov Castle included
Guided bike ride from Passau to Wernstein arranged for you

$10,942 pp twin share

7 nights

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Icons of the Danube

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Departure & Pricing

Your departure

Departs Sun 8 Nov 2026 Vilshofen

Returns Sun 15 Nov 2026 Budapest

Duration 7 nights

Ship AmaMagna

From pp twin share $10,942

Upgrades, transfers, accommodation and more can be quoted on enquiry — call 1300 414 198.

Cruise Snapshot

7 Nights

An eight-day Danube river cruise through Germany, Austria and Hungary, linking Vienna, Budapest and historic castles, abbeys and UNESCO sites

Sailing the Danube through Germany, Austria and Hungary
Vienna, Budapest and Salzburg city tours and sightseeing
UNESCO World Heritage Sites, abbeys and fortresses along the river

Trip Details

Departs: Sun 8 Nov 2026
Returns: Sun 15 Nov 2026
Embarks: Vilshofen
Disembarks: Budapest
Ship: AmaMagna
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 Austria’s Lake District and 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 and Hungary, calling at Vilshofen, Passau, Linz, Grein, Melk, Vienna, Budapest and Budapest.

You'll sail aboard the AmaWaterways river ship AmaMagna.

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

$10,942

pp twin share

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Life in transit

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Deck plans: 4

AmaMagna · 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
Vilshofen
Sun 8 Nov
EMBARKATION – VILSHOFEN, GERMANY. Board the ultra-luxurious AmaMagna. In the evening, be treated to a Bavarian Oktoberfest celebration complete with music, beer and sausages.
2
Passau
Mon 9 Nov
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
Linz
Tue 10 Nov
LINZ, AUSTRIA. For those who love The Sound of Music , enjoy a full-day excursion to Salzburg and tour the historic center, Mirabell Gardens, Residenz Square and the Old Market. En route to Salzburg, stop at Mondsee, home of the Basilica St. Michael, where the famous wedding scene in the movie was filmed. 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.
4
Grein
Wed 11 Nov
GREIN, AUSTRIA. Join us at historic Burg Clam for an exquisite Austrian wine tasting on the cliffs high above the nearby village of Clam. Built in 1149 as a twin towered fortress, Burg Clam has amazingly survived every war and siege from that day to now relatively unscathed, and now functions as a comfortable castle and home to the Counts of Clam who have resided here for over 550 years. While nestled deep within this majestic and historic setting, enjoy the opportunity to sample a few local vintages. Wines from this region tend to have a pronounced freshness, spiciness, finesse and complexity.
5
Melk
Thu 12 Nov
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. Alternatively, 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.
6
Vienna
Fri 13 Nov
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, you can enjoy leisure time, exploring Vienna on your own; or you can visit the UNESCO-designated Schönbrunn 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.
7
Budapest
Sat 14 Nov
ESZTERGOM - 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. Visit the Great Market Hall before going to both the Buda (hilly) and the Pest (flat) sides of the river. You’ll see Heroes’ Square and Castle Hill, home to the Fisherman’s Bastion and Mattias Church. As an alternative, hike up to Castle Hill for breathtaking views of the city.
8
Budapest
Sun 15 Nov
DISEMBARKATION - BUDAPEST. Disembark the ship as you prepare for your flight home.