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    Vienna & the Danube River Cruise
    7 nights
    from $5,348* per person twin share
    Save $1,500* per person. Plus, all meals, beverages, guided shore tours, Wi-Fi, and more
    Discover the magic of Europe’s most iconic cities on a journey designed to give you more time where it matters most. City Escape: Vienna & the Danube invites you to delve into the culture, history and rhythm of destinations like Vienna, Budapest and Bratislava, with extended stays and enriching experiences that go beyond the surface. Wander grand boulevards, savour local flavours and uncover hidden gems at a relaxed pace, all while enjoying the comfort of your luxury river ship. With curated excursions, seamless travel and the freedom to explore your way, this is Europe reimagined - deeper, richer and more rewarding.
    Your cruise includes: Cruise highlights:

    Your cruise includes:

    Cruise highlights:

    Your cruise includes:

    Your cruise includes:

    • 7 nights aboard AmaLea in an Outside stateroom
    • All meals
    • Unlimited fine wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
    • Unlimited sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast
    • Sip and sail daily cocktail hour with complimentary wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks
    • Captain’s Welcome cocktail and inner
    • Bottled water replenished daily
    • Daily entertainment including cultural performances
    • Personalised service from a highly trained Cruise Manager during both cruise and land programs
    • Wellness Program with a dedicated Wellness Host leading various exercise classes
    • Tours in every destination, including bike tours, hikes, and more
    • Wi-Fi
    • Personal headset for easy exploration
    Cruise highlights:

    Cruise highlights:

    • Enjoy a full day in Vienna including a city tour or bike ride, waltz lessons, museum entry, optional castle and underground lake visit, plus an evening dinner and concert 
    • Explore Budapest and Bratislava with guided tours, scenic viewpoints, local tastings and optional hikes to castle districts overlooking the river 
    • Discover Salzburg, Český Krumlov or Linz with flexible excursions including fortress visits, beer tastings and cultural highlights across Austria and the Czech Republic
    Valid for travel
    Departing 14 November 2026. Subject to availability. Seasonal surcharges may apply. Ask your personal travel manager for a quote.
    Offer expires
    31 May 2026 unless sold prior

    Itinerary

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    Day 1

    Budapest, Hungary

    Board your ship and settle in for your journey.

    Day 2

    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.

    Day 3

    Bratislava, Slovakia

    Discover Bratislava’s character by joining a guided walk through its historic centre, followed by a sampling of regional flavours with a beer tasting, or a hike up to Bratislava Castle for panoramic views.

    Day 4

    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.

    Day 5

    Cruising day

    Cruise through the UNESCO designated Wachau Valley, marvelling at the natural landscapes of Austria and enjoying your ship’s amenities.

    Day 6

    Linz, 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 Český Krumlov, complete with local beer tasting.

    Day 7

    Passau, Germany

    Passau’s three rivers set the pace for your day as you wander its colourful 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.

    Day 8

    Vilshofen, Germany

    Bid farewell to your crew and fellow cruisers as you begin your onward journey.

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    * Conditions

    Advertised prices are per person twin share, correct at time of publication and are subject to availability and change and can be withdrawn or amended at any time without notification due to fluctuations in charges, taxes and currency. All rates are per person in AUD, cruise-only, include port fees and gratuities, and are based on double occupancy in an entry-level stateroom unless otherwise noted. Rates reflect savings up to $3,000 per stateroom, based on double occupancy (solo travellers receive half); actual savings vary by itinerary and sailing date. Offer applies to select 2026 sailings and is valid on new FIT and Group reservations made from April 30 to May 31, 2026. Unless a reduced single supplement is specifically stated, solo travellers in double-occupancy staterooms must pay the full single supplement before receiving any discounts. Ask about Solo Traveller promotions. Not combinable with other promotions or discounts. Offer is capacity-controlled, subject to availability, and may be changed or withdrawn without notice. Stateroom upgrades, optional land packages, visas, airfares, and gratuities are additional. AmaWaterways reserves the right to correct errors or omissions. For full terms and conditions, please visit www.amawaterways.com/au/terms-conditions. Registration as a seller of travel does not constitute approval by the State of California. Itineraries subject to change. Change and cancellation fees may apply. Your personal travel manager may charge additional service fees. Other conditions apply. Please view the TravelManagers general terms and conditions here and contact your personal travel manager for more details.

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