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City Escape: Vienna & the Danube Cruise Only

From Budapest, Hungary to Vilshofen, Germany
Length: 8 Days - Departs: Sun, Nov 08, 2026
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Departure
Nov 08, 2026
Arrival
Nov 15, 2026

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Exclusive, Free Gratuities on 2026 Sailings

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Exclusive, Free Gratuities on 2026 Sailings

Exclusive, Free Gratuities on 2026 Sailings

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Book during our exclusive sale and receive Free grauities on new 2026 bookings for Europe, Columbia, Mekong, and Egypt of a French balcony stateroom and higher. (Not all sailings apply, contact your Travel Advisor for details.)
Must Book By Thu, Apr 30, 2026
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Exclusive Travel Leaders Network Presidents Circle Offer is valid on new FIT and Group reservations made between April 1 - 30, 2026; applicable to 2026 river cruises (excluding Africa). Complimentary gratuities are only applicable to guests booked in French balcony stateroom and higher and must be booked through a Travel Leaders Network travel agency. Offer is combinable with retail promotions, Travel Leaders Network Programs, Loyalty Benefits, Future Cruise Benefit Program, Referral Savings, and Combination Cruise Savings. Offer does not apply to industry rates or other restricted offers. Offer is subject to change or withdrawal without notice. AmaWaterways reserves the right to correct errors or omissions. Registration as a seller of travel does not constitute approval by the State of California.

Up to $2000 Off + Free Upgrade & $100 Onboard Credit

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Up to $2000 Off + Free Upgrade & $100 Onboard Credit

Up to $2000 Off + Free Upgrade & $100 Onboard Credit

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Book your City Escapes river cruise now and receive up to $2000 off per couple (up to $1000 per person) plus receive a Free stateroom upgrade and $100 onboard credit per couple. (Not all dates apply, contact your Travel Consultant for full details.)
Must Book By Tue, Jun 30, 2026
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Offer is only valid on new FIT and Group reservations made between March 6 – June 30, 2026; applies to select sailings. Tour Operators are eligible; additional restrictions apply. Complimentary upgrade is subject to availability; applies to one category upgrade, based on a like-for-like stateroom category; and excludes A+, AA+ and Suites. Onboard credit of $50 per person is in USD, based on double occupancy and can be applied towards all onboard purchases. Offer is combinable with AirPlus Rates, Combination Cruise Savings, Loyalty Benefits and Future Cruise Benefit Program. Must request promo code CITYESCAPES at time of booking. Offer is not applicable to travel advisors and does not apply to industry rates or other offers deemed by AmaWaterways. Land packages, visas, airfares and gratuities are additional. Offer is not combinable with any other promotions/ discounts, limited to availability, capacity controlled and subject to change or termination without notice. AmaWaterways reserves the right to correct any errors or omissions at any time. Other restrictions apply. Registration as a seller of travel does not constitute approval by the State of California. For full terms and conditions, please visit www.amawaterways.com/termsconditions CST#2065452-20.

Save $250 per Active or Retired Military Member

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Save $250 per Active or Retired Military Member

Save $250 per Active or Retired Military Member

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Save $250 per active or retired military member or veterans on any of our river cruises, excluding Africa Safaris & Wildlife Cruises or receive 2-For-1 cruise fares on select 2026 river cruises (Ask your Travel Consultant for applicable dates.)
Must Book By Wed, Dec 31, 2025
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Military offers are only applicable to active or retired military or veterans with valid military ID or discharge certificate, and only applies to new FIT and Group reservations. Military $250 Discount is per eligible person, applicable to cruise only; and is combinable with other promotions and discounts available at the time of booking. Must ask for promo code MIL250. Military 2-for-1 Cruise Savings is only valid on select sailings and based on double occupancy; excludes A+, AA+, SA, SB and Suites; and is not combinable with any other promotions. 2-for-1 Cruise Savings applies to the cruise fare only, excluding port charges. Must ask for promo code MIL2FOR1. Military 10% Single Supplement is applicable to solo travelers in lieu of 2-for-1 Cruise Savings; and is not combinable with any other promotions. Must ask for promo code MILSOLO. Offers are limited to availability, capacity controlled and subject to change or termination without notice. Stateroom upgrades, optional land programs, airfares and gratuities are additional. AmaWaterways reserves the right to correct any errors or omissions at any time. Other restrictions apply.


River Cruise Itinerary

2 nights Budapest, 7-night cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen and 3 nights in Prague

  1. Day 1
    Sun, Nov 08, 2026
    BUDAPEST ''' EMBARKATION. Embark your ship and begin your City Escapes journey in comfort and style.
  2. Day 2
    Mon, Nov 09, 2026
    BUDAPEST, HUNGARY. Experience Budapest from above with either a visit to the Castle District or an invigorating hike up Gellert Hill. Both options offer meaningful context and easy ways to enjoy iconic city views.
  3. Day 3
    Tue, Nov 10, 2026
    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.
  4. Day 4
    Wed, Nov 11, 2026
    VIENNA, AUSTRIA. Experience Vienna at your pace. 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 treated to dinner and a concert on shore.
  5. Day 5
    Thu, Nov 12, 2026
    VIENNA ''' SCENIC SAILING ''' WACHAU. Cruise through the UNESCO designated Wachau Valley, marveling at the natural landscapes of Austria and enjoying your ship'''s amenities.
  6. Day 6
    Fri, Nov 13, 2026
    LINZ ''' SALZBURG, AUSTRIA. In Linz, you can 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 ''esk'' Krumlov, complete with local beer tasting.
  7. Day 7
    Sat, Nov 14, 2026
    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.
  8. Day 8
    Sun, Nov 15, 2026
    VILSHOFEN ''' DISEMBARKATION.

Countries Visited

Austria, Germany, Hungary, Slovakia

Rivers Visited

Danube

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Inclusions

  • SPACIOUS STATEROOMS
  • 7 nights luxury accommodation in an outside stateroom (most with twin balconies)
  • Entertainment-On-Demand in all staterooms featuring free high-speed internet access, movies, a music library and English language TV stations
  • Mini-fridge, desk and sitting area
  • Bottled water replenished daily
  • AN ARRAY OF AMENITIES
  • Wellness Activities with a dedicated Wellness Host leading various exercise classes
  • Personalized service from a highly trained Cruise Manager during both cruise and land packages
  • Internet and Wi-Fi access
  • Sun-deck pool with swim-up bar and walking track
  • Fitness room
  • Main Lounge with panoramic views and bar
  • Bottled water in every stateroom replenished daily
  • Daily entertainment including cultural performances
  • AWARD-WINNING DINING
  • 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, La Cha''ne des R''tisseurs Dinner, Captain's Cocktail and Gala Dinner
  • La Cha''ne des R''tisseurs 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 wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks
  • Tapas, sandwiches, snacks and refreshments served daily in the Main Lounge
  • A WORLD OF EXPLORATION
  • Immersive tours in every destination
  • Gentle, regular, active and late-riser tour options
  • Bike tours and hikes
  • Special interest tours
  • Knowledgeable guides
  • Personal headset for easy exploration
  • Airport transfers with purchase of air from AmaWaterways
  • Land Package
  • 2 nights hotel in Budapest at the Marriott or Dorothea Hotel, Autograph Collection (or similar), including tour and daily breakfast; and transfer to ship
  • Transfer from the ship in Vilshofen to Regensburgwith city tour and then on to Prague
  • 3 nights hotel in Prague at the Marriott (or similar),including city tour, Czech beer tasting and dailybreakfast

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Questions & Answers
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Question: Will the day-by-day itinerary change?

Yes, the river cruise itineraries may change due to reasons such as inclement weather or unforeseen events. Your safety is the number one concern aboard and all precautions necessary will be taken in order to ensure passenger safety, including changing itineraries. Please note that when itineraries do change, the ship staff will do their best to substitute any missed port with an alternative destination.

Question: In what language is the river cruise conducted?

The river cruise will be conducted in English only.

AmaWaterways Tours Customer Reviews

Overall Rating
4.5
Accommodations
4.4
Itinerary
4.5
Professional Staff
4.7
Repeat with Operator
4.5
Value for Money
4.4

Ratings based off 119 reviews about AmaWaterways Tours - currently showing 15 reviews with comments only

Our trip was wonderful. No complaints. And FYI - I have recommended Affordable Tours on a travel blog.

This trip with AMAWaterways was beyond outstanding from start to finish. The ship, crew, meals, and excursions were all excellent and exceeded my expectations. I loved it.

Our cruise was excellent. A perfect choice for us.

Could not improve on this fabulous tour

Trip was everything that was expected and more.

The staff was so friendly and the made the trip even more enjoyable. The cruise manager, Marc, was amazing!

We are very pleased with our trip.Morgan gave many options to pick from but, after discussion of the places we wanted to see she help us to narrow our choices.I would recommend Morgan to any of our friends how are planning to travel.

As far as I'm concerned, AMA Waterways is a very customer friendly business to deal with. They treat their customers with the utmost respect and as family. They are the only River Cruise outfit that we would consider doing another river cruise with. We have already given them a $400 deposit against a future cruise.

We continue to be highly satisfied with both AmaWaterways and Affordable Tours.

I totally enjoyed the experience with AMA Waterways. Everyone was courteous and took care of the passengers. Even laundry was not a rip-off, and the clothes came back quickly. The room was cleaned thoroughly every day, it was amazingly clean. Food was excellent as well - sometimes I felt the portion sizes were not sufficient, and the waitstaff accommodated my request for more food, i.e. give me another main course. A minor complaint is that the wines included with lunch/dinner were average to good.

Ama Waterways is without question a top tier operator. At first I was concerned that I would lose the small tour feel that I like. I should not have worried. The whole experience is designed to provide intimate settings, friendly atmosphere and NO Lines or waiting. Incredible staff. Personalized tour service with the advantages of a group. The mix of other guests was delightful. Our best vacation ever.

We were very well pleased with AmaWaterways, so much so that we made a deposit on a future trip with them. The ship was beautifully decorated for the Christmas market cruise. The tour manager and the ship's crew were highly professional and friendly. There were daily activities both off and on the ship to keep us entertained. The food and drink were wonderful. The itinerary was exactly as described.

Our Christmas Markets on the Danube cruise was fabulous with AMAWaterways. We did Christmas Markets on the Rhine with AMAWaterways in 2014 and loved it. So, we had to do the Danube. Both cruises will get you and your family in the mood for Christmas with beautiful sites, Christmas lights, and tremendous markets. If I could afford it, I would do both again!!!

AMA went above and beyond! Traveling during Covid had multiple new paperwork and tests and restrictions due to covid along with last minute closures of markets. Our wonderful tour guide was so helpful with literally tours canceling on us the day prior to new restrictions such as having to get a covid test at the last minute She was Superwoman! She always found something else to entertain us with and where to get tested. The food was wonderful and the ship was so beautiful loved the decorations the service was amazing! My daughter has celiacs and she was able to enjoy every meal as they made sure she had a selection to choose from this is a major concern of mine. I can't count the times we have had to search for a place to eat and failed. Thank You AMA for making our holiday special! We really needed it this year due to losing several friends and family you made us forget our sadness.

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