Danube 2022

JOIN US ON THE DANUBE RIVER FOR A 7-NIGHT CRUISE WITH AMAWATERWAYS IN OCTOBER 2022!

Indulge your passion for awe-inspiring architecture, timeless music, breathtaking landscapes and culinary delights on this beautifully curated itinerary specifically designed for the 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.

Cruise Starts:  Vilshofen, Germany  – October 23, 2022
Cruise Ends:  Budapest, Hungary – October 29, 2022

There is also the option of pre and post cruise travel to Munich or Prague. And, we’re cruising in October, so….hello Oktoberfest!

DETAILED CRUISE ITINERARY*

DAY 1
EMBARKATION – VILSHOFEN, GERMANY
Board the ultra-luxurious AmaMagna. In the evening, be treated to a Bavarian Oktoberfest celebration complete with music, beer and sausages. (B,D)

DAY 2
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. (B,L,D)

DAY 3
LINZ, AUSTRIA – GREIN, AUSTRIA
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. 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. In the afternoon, you can visit the charming Czech mountain town of Český Krumlov. Later in the day, visit Greinburg Castle, the oldest residential castle in Austria. (B,L,D)

DAY 4
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, or get active with a 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 to Emmersorf and back to Spitz, or hike around Spitz up to Rotes Tor. In the evening, be treated to an exclusive wine experience where you’ll enjoy some of the region’s famous wines. (B,L,D)

DAY 5
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. (B,L,D)

DAY 6
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. (B,L,D)

DAY 7
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. (B,L,D)

DAY 8
DISEMBARKATION – BUDAPEST
Disembark the ship as you prepare for your flight home. (B)

*INCLUDED MEALS NOTED AS (BREAKFAST = B; L= LUNCH; D= DINNER) INCLUDED DAILY EXCURSIONS ARE NOTED FOR EACH DAY! 

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

  • * 7 nights luxury accommodation in an outside stateroom
  • * Computer for internet access
  • * Entertainment-On-Demand in all staterooms
    * Free high-speed internet, movies, and a music library
  • * English language TV stations
  • * Mini-fridge, desk and sitting area
  • * Bottled water replenished daily

  • * Wellness Activities with a dedicated Wellness Host
  • * Discussions on healthy eating and relaxation techniques
  • * Personalized service from a highly trained Cruise Manager
  • * Internet and Wi-Fi access
  • * Sun deck pool with swim-up bar and walking track
  • * Fitness room
  • * Main Lounge with panoramic views and bar
  • * Daily entertainment including cultural performances

  • * All onboard dining in a variety of venues
  • * Regionally inspired cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients
  • * The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant
  • * Welcome Cocktail, Welcome Dinner
  • * Captain’s Cocktail and Gala Dinner
  • * La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs exclusive dining experience
  • * Unlimited fine wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
  • * Unlimited sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast
  • * Sip & Sail Cocktail Hour with complimentary refreshments
  • * Tapas, sandwiches, snacks and refreshments in the Main Lounge

Not included: bar drinks outside of the cocktail hour, port charges, and gratuities.

If you have ever been on an ocean cruise, it is refreshing to see what is included on a river cruise!

LIFE ON BOARD AN AMAWATERWAYS SHIP

WHO MIGHT LIKE THIS CRUISE?

This cruise would be great for any adult who wants to explore at his/her leisure. This is not a cruise geared exclusively toward couples; it could make a great single or girl’s trip, or mother/daughter trip, or friend’s cruising together vacation. It is an adult-focused cruise with few or no activities or amenities for children. It could easily appeal to first-time Europe travelers who want a guided tour in a very comfortable travel mode. It also appeals to more independent travelers who just might want to unpack once and let someone else take care of the details.

WHY IS A RIVER CRUISE DIFFERENT FROM OTHER VACATIONS?

#1 – Relax – Unpack Once and Enjoy the Scenery
Visit different cities and countries while your hotel travels with you. A river cruise offers the amenities of a first-class hotel from which you’ll never feel uprooted. Discover local delights on shore then return to your large, stylish stateroom. Watch the scenery slip by as you leisurely sail to your next destination.

#2 – Dock Right in the Heart of Historic Cities
Enjoy the excitement of waking up in a new town, docked just steps from markets, museums and landmarks. At most ports, walk off the ship and into the heart of some of Europe’s oldest cities. Take a guided excursion (included) or instantly blend in with daily life.

#3 – Intimate Environment, Inclusive Value
With the AmaMagna accommodating fewer than 200 passengers, you will never wait in a long line to board or disembark. Smaller tours and intimate meal settings with open seating create a warm, personal atmosphere accentuated by five-star service. Your inclusive vacation provides incredible, value from the champagne breakfast and free-flowing hand-selected European wines with lunch and dinner, to a fleet of bicycles, free Internet access, included sightseeing excursions, and live cultural entertainment onboard. On a river cruise, your vacation’s price tag doesn’t keep adding up.

#4 – A River Cruise In October is a Wonderful Time to Vacation
There are fewer tourists than in the summer. Everything is less crowded. And, airfare tends to be lower in price than in summer.

WHAT IS THE FOOD LIKE?

Savor AmaWaterways’ trademark exquisite, locally-sourced and masterfully prepared cuisine. Choose from the Al Fresco Restaurant with its refreshing outdoor space and vegetable-forward menu, as well as Jimmy’s, a family-style restaurant, in addition to The Chef’s Table and main dining room – all included in the price of your cruise.

At the Main Restaurant, enjoy multi-course dinners featuring a variety of dishes as well as specially selected regional wines. During the day, a selection of menu items as well as a buffet are available for breakfast and lunch. Sandwiches, snacks and refreshments are served daily in the Main Lounge. There is an all-day tapas menu and afternoon tea, as well as a 24-hour coffee station. Unlimited soft drinks, wine and beer are included and served at lunch and dinner. Also complimentary are unlimited sparkling wines at breakfast.

The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant is an alternative to the Main Restaurant. Accommodating 30 guests, The Chef’s Table provides an intimate dining experience where a multi-course tasting menu featuring 15 items is paired with regional wines. There are no charges for guests wishing to enjoy The Chef’s Table. Renowned for its excellent cuisine, AmaWaterways is the only river cruise line to ever be inducted into Chaîne des Rôtisseurs, one of the world’s most prestigious culinary organizations.

WHICH SHIP? – THE AMAMAGNA

Set sail in ultimate luxury on board AmaWaterways’
state-of-the-art ship, AmaMagna,
redefining the river cruise experience.

Twice the width of traditional European river ships, the AmaMagna offers more than 50% ultra-spacious suite accommodations with full balconies as well as five onboard bars, four unique dining experiences, an expansive Zen Wellness Studio, two soothing massage rooms, a hair salon, nail salon and much more. Feeling active? There are a fleet of bicycles to enhance your river cruise experience.

Transform your mind, body and soul within the expansive Zen Wellness Studio, an evolution of AmaWaterways’ fitness centers, where you can participate in group classes led by a professionally trained Wellness Host, rehydrate with fresh-squeezed juice at the juice bar, or get a soothing massage in one of two treatment rooms.

Take a 360-degree tour of the AmaMagna’s cabins and suites to experience the luxury.

HOW DRESSY IS A RIVER CRUISE? HOW SCRIPTED?

River cruises are casual. Dinner attire is described as “smart casual.” All tours/excursions are included. You can take a tour…or not. People are not tethered together or joined at the hip. You make your own script, so to speak.

HOW COLD WILL IT BE?

Fall weather. Think: water resistant shoes or boots, jeans, tee shirts and a sweater, a light jacket.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?

Visit Aimee’s page on the Outlander Travel site and click the mail icon, or email her directly at aimee@outlandertravel.com for a price quote. If you want a specific cabin type, just know it could sell out the longer you wait. Each cabin category is priced according to size, and location on the river boat.

I’M INTERESTED IN LEARNING MORE, WHAT DO I DO NOW?

Contact  Aimee for a price quote. Do you work with a different Outlander agent? Contact the agent and she/he can help you book this amazing river cruise.