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5-night Majestic Capitals of the Danube Christmas Cruise

Budapest/Vienna
5-night Majestic Capitals of the Danube Christmas Cruise
December 11, 2024
AmaWaterways: AmaSonata
Budapest/Vienna
Vacation Offer ID 1473716
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Cruise Inclusions

SPACIOUS STATEROOMS
  • 5 nights luxury accommodation in an outside stateroom (most with French balconies)
  • Computer for internet access
  • 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 Program with a dedicated Wellness Host leading various exercise classes as well as discussions on healthy eating and relaxation techniques, both on board and on shore.
  • Personalized service from a highly trained Cruise Manager during both cruise and land programs
  • Internet and Wi-Fi access
  • Sun deck whirlpool and walking track
  • Fitness room, massage services and hair salon
  • Main Lounge with panoramic views and bar
  • 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 Chaîne des Rôtisseurs 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 Daily 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

Available Add-Ons

Optional roundtrip airfare from your city
Optional shore excursions

  • Destination Guide
  • Suggested Shore Excursions
Destination Arrival Departure
Budapest

Budapest 12/11/2024

Arrive in Budapest and board your luxurious river cruise ship. (D),

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Budapest Shore Excursion: Private Half Day City Tour of Budapest, 4 hours
This privately guided tour shows you the major sights within on the Pest Side (e.g.the Opera House, St. Stephen's Basilica), as well the Buda Side (Castle Hill). One highlight of this tour is an inside visit of the Fishermen's Bastion and the impressive Matthias Church.

Highlights:
  • Heroe's Square, Vajdahunyad Castle (outside)
  • State Opera (outside)
  • St. Stephen's Basilica (outside)
  • Parliament Buidling (outside)
  • Fishermen's Bastion (entry to upper terrace)
  • Matthias Church (indoor visit)
Your private guide is always flexible and adapts the tour according to your special interests.

Tour Duration: 4 hours

Tour can operate: Morning or Afternoon

Physical Activity Level: Light

Inclusions:
  • Pick up and drop off at the landing stage of the cruising ship in Budapest
  • Transfer in a private car
  • Private licensed English speaking guide (other languages available, but on request)
  • Entrance fees for Fishermen's Bastion and Matthias Church
Not included:
  • Meals
  • Gratuities and personal expenses
  • Entrances other than stated above
Budapest Shore Excursion: Private Full Day City Tour of Budapest, 8 hours
This extended privately guided full day basically covers all major sights and interesting locations within Budapest, also including inside visits of the Fishermen's Bastion, Matthias Church and the Parliament Building.

Highlights:
  • Main sights, e.g. National Museum, State Opera, Heroe's Square, Great Synagogue, Central Market Hall, Gellért Hill, Citatel, Vajdahunyad Castle etc. (outside visits)
  • Various Bridges above the Danube, e.g. Chain Bridge, Liberty Bridge, Elisabeth Bridge etc.
  • Matthias Church (inside visit)
  • Fishermen's Bastion (inside visit)
  • Parliament Building (inside visit)
Your guide is always flexible and adapts the tour according to your special interests.

Tour Duration: 8 hours

Tour can operate: Full Day

Physical Activity Level: Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Pick up and drop off at the landing stage of the cruising ship in Budapest
  • Transfer in a private car
  • Private licensed English speaking guide (other languages available, but on request)
  • Entrance fees for Fishermen's Bastion, Matthias Church, Parliament
Not included:
  • Meals
  • Gratuities and personal expenses
  • Entrances other than stated above
Budapest Shore Excursion: Private Half Day Tour Budapest Castle District, 4 hours
During this privately guided tour, you visit the Castle Hill of Budapest, with the Royal and Presidential Palaces, fascinating squares and medieval cobblestone streets. Highlights are inside visits of the Fishermen's Bastion and the impressive Matthias Church.

Highlights:
  • Budapest's Castle Hill
  • Royal and Presidential Palaces (outside)
  • Holy Trinity Square
  • Hess András Square
  • Fishermen's Bastion (entry to upper terrace)
  • Matthias Church of Our Lady (indoor visit)
Your private guide is always flexible and adapts the tour according to your special interests.

Tour Duration: 4 hours

Tour can operate: Morning or Afternoon

Physical Activity Level: Light

Inclusions:
  • Pick up and drop off at the landing stage of the cruising ship in Budapest
  • Transfer in a private car
  • Private licensed English speaking guide (other languages available, but on request)
  • Entrance fees for Fishermen's Bastion and Matthias Church
Not included:
  • Meals
  • Gratuities and personal expenses
  • Entrances other than stated above
12/11/2024 12/11/2024
Budapest

Budapest 12/12/2024

Budapest offers an unmatched combination of culture and tradition. Your city tour begins with a visit to 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. If you prefer venturing off the beaten path or are returning to the city for a repeat visit, join our "Hidden Budapest" tour to discover some fascinating sites lesser-known to the average traveler. As an alternative, you can hike up to Castle Hill for breathtaking views of the city below. In the afternoon, spend free time at your leisure to explore the city. (B,L,D),

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Budapest Shore Excursion: Private Half Day City Tour of Budapest, 4 hours
This privately guided tour shows you the major sights within on the Pest Side (e.g.the Opera House, St. Stephen's Basilica), as well the Buda Side (Castle Hill). One highlight of this tour is an inside visit of the Fishermen's Bastion and the impressive Matthias Church.

Highlights:
  • Heroe's Square, Vajdahunyad Castle (outside)
  • State Opera (outside)
  • St. Stephen's Basilica (outside)
  • Parliament Buidling (outside)
  • Fishermen's Bastion (entry to upper terrace)
  • Matthias Church (indoor visit)
Your private guide is always flexible and adapts the tour according to your special interests.

Tour Duration: 4 hours

Tour can operate: Morning or Afternoon

Physical Activity Level: Light

Inclusions:
  • Pick up and drop off at the landing stage of the cruising ship in Budapest
  • Transfer in a private car
  • Private licensed English speaking guide (other languages available, but on request)
  • Entrance fees for Fishermen's Bastion and Matthias Church
Not included:
  • Meals
  • Gratuities and personal expenses
  • Entrances other than stated above
Budapest Shore Excursion: Private Full Day City Tour of Budapest, 8 hours
This extended privately guided full day basically covers all major sights and interesting locations within Budapest, also including inside visits of the Fishermen's Bastion, Matthias Church and the Parliament Building.

Highlights:
  • Main sights, e.g. National Museum, State Opera, Heroe's Square, Great Synagogue, Central Market Hall, Gellért Hill, Citatel, Vajdahunyad Castle etc. (outside visits)
  • Various Bridges above the Danube, e.g. Chain Bridge, Liberty Bridge, Elisabeth Bridge etc.
  • Matthias Church (inside visit)
  • Fishermen's Bastion (inside visit)
  • Parliament Building (inside visit)
Your guide is always flexible and adapts the tour according to your special interests.

Tour Duration: 8 hours

Tour can operate: Full Day

Physical Activity Level: Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Pick up and drop off at the landing stage of the cruising ship in Budapest
  • Transfer in a private car
  • Private licensed English speaking guide (other languages available, but on request)
  • Entrance fees for Fishermen's Bastion, Matthias Church, Parliament
Not included:
  • Meals
  • Gratuities and personal expenses
  • Entrances other than stated above
Budapest Shore Excursion: Private Half Day Tour Budapest Castle District, 4 hours
During this privately guided tour, you visit the Castle Hill of Budapest, with the Royal and Presidential Palaces, fascinating squares and medieval cobblestone streets. Highlights are inside visits of the Fishermen's Bastion and the impressive Matthias Church.

Highlights:
  • Budapest's Castle Hill
  • Royal and Presidential Palaces (outside)
  • Holy Trinity Square
  • Hess András Square
  • Fishermen's Bastion (entry to upper terrace)
  • Matthias Church of Our Lady (indoor visit)
Your private guide is always flexible and adapts the tour according to your special interests.

Tour Duration: 4 hours

Tour can operate: Morning or Afternoon

Physical Activity Level: Light

Inclusions:
  • Pick up and drop off at the landing stage of the cruising ship in Budapest
  • Transfer in a private car
  • Private licensed English speaking guide (other languages available, but on request)
  • Entrance fees for Fishermen's Bastion and Matthias Church
Not included:
  • Meals
  • Gratuities and personal expenses
  • Entrances other than stated above
12/12/2024 12/12/2024
Bratislava

Bratislava 12/13/2024

Take in the breathtaking scenery as we glide along the Danube River into Bratislava. Host to the crowning ceremonies of 11 Hungarian kings and queens between 1563 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 up to Bratislava Castle, offering magnificent views of the city or enjoy a guided biking tour. In the evening, end your day with an exclusive Slovakian experience at the Primate's Palace, a striking neoclassical building heart of the old town. (B,L,D),

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Bratislava Shore Excursion: Private Half Day City Tour of Bratislava, 4 hours
Enjoy a lovely guided city walk within the historic centre of Bratislava, followed by an interesting city tour and ride up the city hill to the Bratislava Castle, built in the 9th century - still today one of Bratislava's landmarks.

Highlights:
  • City Walk within the historic centre of Bratislava
  • Main sights and spots, e.g. Old Town Hall, Main Square, St. Martin Cathedral etc.
  • Visit of the Bratislava Castle premises and the Slovak National Museum
Your guide is always flexible and adapts the tour according to your special interests.

Tour Duration: 4 hours

Tour can operate: Half Day

Physical Activity Level: Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Pick up and drop off at the landing stage of the cruising ship in Bratislava
  • Transfer in a private car
  • Private licensed English speaking guide  (other languages available, but on request)
  • Entrance fee for Slovak National Museum in Bratislava Castle
Not included:
  • Meals
  • Gratuities and personal expenses
  • Entrances, other than stated above
Bratislava Shore Excursion: Private Full Day Tour Bratislava & Devin Castle, 8 hours
Enjoy a lovely guided Bratislava City Walk and City Tour, including a visit of it's landmark, the Bratislava Castle - and rounded up by an excursion to one of the oldest castles in Slovakia, the Devin Castle (located at the confluence of the Danube and Moravia rivers, close to the Austrian border).

Highlights:
  • City Walk within the historic centre of Bratislava
  • Main sights and spots, e.g. Old Town Hall, Main Square, St. Martin Cathedral etc.
  • Visit of the Bratislava Castle premises and the Slovak National Museum
  • Excursion to Devin Castle, located 10km from Bratislava
Your guide is always flexible and adapts the tour according to your special interests.

Tour Duration: 8 hours

Tour can operate: Full Day

Physical Activity Level: Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Pick up and drop off at the landing stage of the cruising ship in Bratislava
  • Transfer in a private car
  • Private licensed English speaking guide  (other languages available, but on request)
  • Entrance fee for Slovak National Museum in Bratislava Castle
  • Entrance fee for Devin Castle
Not included:
  • Meals
  • Gratuities and personal expenses
  • Entrances, other than stated above
12/13/2024 12/13/2024
Bratislava

Bratislava 12/14/2024

Enjoy a scenic morning cruise in Bratislava before sailing to Vienna. The "City of Waltzes" 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. Alternatively, visit a traditional Viennese café to experience a true Vienna specialty, the Sachertorte, and savor this treat with a piping hot Viennese coffee. (B,L,D),

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Bratislava Shore Excursion: Private Half Day City Tour of Bratislava, 4 hours
Enjoy a lovely guided city walk within the historic centre of Bratislava, followed by an interesting city tour and ride up the city hill to the Bratislava Castle, built in the 9th century - still today one of Bratislava's landmarks.

Highlights:
  • City Walk within the historic centre of Bratislava
  • Main sights and spots, e.g. Old Town Hall, Main Square, St. Martin Cathedral etc.
  • Visit of the Bratislava Castle premises and the Slovak National Museum
Your guide is always flexible and adapts the tour according to your special interests.

Tour Duration: 4 hours

Tour can operate: Half Day

Physical Activity Level: Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Pick up and drop off at the landing stage of the cruising ship in Bratislava
  • Transfer in a private car
  • Private licensed English speaking guide  (other languages available, but on request)
  • Entrance fee for Slovak National Museum in Bratislava Castle
Not included:
  • Meals
  • Gratuities and personal expenses
  • Entrances, other than stated above
Bratislava Shore Excursion: Private Full Day Tour Bratislava & Devin Castle, 8 hours
Enjoy a lovely guided Bratislava City Walk and City Tour, including a visit of it's landmark, the Bratislava Castle - and rounded up by an excursion to one of the oldest castles in Slovakia, the Devin Castle (located at the confluence of the Danube and Moravia rivers, close to the Austrian border).

Highlights:
  • City Walk within the historic centre of Bratislava
  • Main sights and spots, e.g. Old Town Hall, Main Square, St. Martin Cathedral etc.
  • Visit of the Bratislava Castle premises and the Slovak National Museum
  • Excursion to Devin Castle, located 10km from Bratislava
Your guide is always flexible and adapts the tour according to your special interests.

Tour Duration: 8 hours

Tour can operate: Full Day

Physical Activity Level: Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Pick up and drop off at the landing stage of the cruising ship in Bratislava
  • Transfer in a private car
  • Private licensed English speaking guide  (other languages available, but on request)
  • Entrance fee for Slovak National Museum in Bratislava Castle
  • Entrance fee for Devin Castle
Not included:
  • Meals
  • Gratuities and personal expenses
  • Entrances, other than stated above
12/14/2024 12/14/2024
Vienna

Vienna 12/14/2024

Enjoy a scenic morning cruise in Bratislava before sailing to Vienna. The "City of Waltzes" 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. Alternatively, visit a traditional Viennese café to experience a true Vienna specialty, the Sachertorte, and savor this treat with a piping hot Viennese coffee. (B,L,D),

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Vienna Shore Excursion: Private City Walk Vienna's Old Town, 2,5 hours
This interesting city walk offers you an initial overview of the history, culture and achitecture of Vienna, taking you through the most beautiful and elegant streets and passing by some of the most famous sights of the city.
At the end of this tour, you can continue exploring the city centre on your own.

Highlights:
  • The Imperial Palace, residence of the Habsburgs for nearly 650 years (outside)
  • St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Vienna's landmark (outside)
  • State Opera House (outside)
  • the Ringstrasse ('ring road')
Your private guide is always flexible and adapts the tour to your special interests.

Tour Duration: 2,5-3 hours

Tour can operate: Morning or Afternoon

Wheelchair Accessible: No

Physical Activity Level: Light to Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Pick up at the landing stage of the cruise ship in Vienna
  • One way transfer in private car from the pier to the city centre
  • Private licensed English speaking guide (other languages available, but on request)
Not included:
  • Meals
  • Gratuities and personal expenses
  • Entrances
  • Return transfer to the ship (optional service upon extra charge)
Vienna Shore Excursion: Private City Walk Mozart in Vienna, 2,5 hours
During this city walk "On the Traces of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart", you discover Vienna's historic old town, passing by some of the most important locations of Mozart's life. This tour also includes a visit of the Mozart House. At the end of this tour, you can continue exploring the city centre on your own.

Highlights:
  • Vienna's historic old town and former addresses of Mozart (outdoor)
  • Visit of the Mozart House Vienna (indoor visit)
  • St. Stephen's Cathedral (outdoor)
Your private guide is always flexible and adapts the tour to your special interests.

Tour Duration: 2,5-3 hours

Tour can operate: Morning or Afternoon

Physical Activity Level: Light to Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Pick up at the landing stage of the cruise ship in Vienna
  • One way transfer in private car from the pier to the city centre
  • Private licensed English speaking guide (other languages available, but on request)
  • Entrance fee Mozart House (visit with audio-guide)
Not included:
  • Meals
  • Gratuities and personal expenses
  • Entrances other than stated above
  • Return transfer to the cruise ship (optional service upon extra charge)

 
Vienna Shore Excursion: Private City Walk Imperial Palace, 2,5 hours
This privately guided walking tour through Vienna's historic old town takes you to the Imperial Palace ('Hofburg'), to visit the Imperial Apartments and the fascinating Sisi Museum.

Highlights:
  • Visit of the Imperial Palace and the Imperial Apartments (indoor visit)
  • Visit of the Sisi Museum (indoor visit)
  • Augustinian Church
Your private guide is always flexible and adapts the tour to your special interests.

Tour Duration: 2,5-3 hours

Tour can operate: Morning or Afternoon

Physical Activity Level: Light to Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Pick up the landing stage of the cruise ship in Vienna
  • One way transfer in private car from the pier to the city centre
  • Private licensed English speaking guide (other languages available, but on request)
  • Entrance fee for the Imperial Palace (Imperial Apartments and the Sisi Museum)
Not included:
  • Meals
  • Gratuities and personal expenses
  • Entrances other than stated above
  • Return transfer to the ship (optional service upon extra charge)
Vienna Shore Excursion: Private City Tour of Vienna & Visit of Schoenbrunn Palace, 4 hours
This privately guided tour shows you the major historical sights along the Ringstrasse, before taking you to the magnificent Schoenbrunn Palace, former summer residence of the Habsburg family.

Highlights:
  • Main sights along the Ringstrasse: e.g. Imperial Palace, National Museums, State Opera, Burgtheater, City Hall, Parliament etc. (outside)
  • Visit of the Schoenbrunn Palace, privately guided tour (indoor visit)
Your private guide is always flexible and adapts the tour to your special interests.

Tour Duration: 4 hours

Tour can operate: Morning or Afternoon

Physical Activity Level: Light

Inclusions:
  • Pick up and drop off at the landing stage of the cruise ship in Vienna
  • Transfer in a private car
  • Private licensed English speaking guide (other languages available, but on request)
  • Entrance fee for Schoenbrunn Palace (Highlight Tour)
Not included:
  • Meals
  • Gratuities and personal expenses
  • Entrances other than stated above
Vienna Shore Excursion: Private City Tour Art Nouveau and Viennese Architecture, 4 hours
In addition to the familiar Gothic and Baroque buildings, Art Nouveau has a fixed place in Viennese architecture. Naturally, this tour also covers further architecural epoques, such as modernity.

Highlights:
  • Architecturally interesting sights along the Ringstrasse: e.g. Imperial Palace, National Museums, State Opera, City Hall, Parliament etc. (outside)
  • Visit of the Vienna Secession (inside visit)
  • Visit of the Kunst Haus Wien (insde visit)
  • St. Charles's Church (outside)
  • Hundertwasserhaus (outside)
Your private guide is always flexible and adapts the tour to your special interests.

Tour Duration: 4 hours

Tour can operate: Tuesday to Sunday; Morning or Afternoon
(Vienna Secession is closed on Monday!)

Physical Activity Level: Light to Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Pick up and drop off at the landing stage of the cruise ship in Vienna
  • Transfer in a private car
  • Private licensed English speaking guide (other languages available, but on request)
  • Entrance fee for Vienna Secession
  • Entrance fee for Kunst Haus Wien
Not included:
  • Meals
  • Gratuities and personal expenses
  • Entrances other than stated above
Vienna Shore Excursion: Private City Walk & the Lipizzaner Horses, 5 hours
From Tuesday to Friday (9am-1pm, excl. July), this package covers many interesting aspects of Vienna: Starting with a short Vienna Old Town City Walk, you follow your guide through the old town towards the Spanish Riding School, where you attend the Lippizaner's Morning Exercise, allowing an insight into the training of the Lipizzaner Horses and their riders. At the end of this tour, you can continue exploring the city centre on your own.

Highlights:
  • Overview of the history, culture and architecture of Vienna
  • Vienna's historic old town (outside)
  • Attendance of the Morning Exercise at the Spanish Riding School (inside visit)
  • Coffee break at the famous Café Central
Your private guide is always flexible and adapts the tour to your special interests.

Tour Duration: 4 hours

Tour can operate: Tuesday to Friday, 9am - 1pm (excluding July)

Physical Activity Level: Light to Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Pick up at the landing stage of the cruise ship in Vienna
  • One way transfer in private car from the pier to the city centre
  • Private licensed English speaking guide (other languages available, but on request)
  • Entrance fee for the Morning Exercise at the Spanish Riding School
  • Coffee break at Café Demel (1 hot drink, 1 piece of cake)
Not included:
  • Meals
  • Gratuities
  • Personal expenses
  • Entrances other than stated above
  • Return transfer to the ship (optional service upon extra charge)
12/14/2024 12/14/2024
Vienna

Vienna 12/15/2024

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage-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. Pedal along the scenic Danube River and through charming neighborhoods to the nearby town of Klosterneuburg and its majestic 12th-century Augustinian monastery overlooking the Danube River. During the afternoon, enjoy leisure time to further explore this iconic city. (B,L,D),

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Vienna Shore Excursion: Private City Walk Vienna's Old Town, 2,5 hours
This interesting city walk offers you an initial overview of the history, culture and achitecture of Vienna, taking you through the most beautiful and elegant streets and passing by some of the most famous sights of the city.
At the end of this tour, you can continue exploring the city centre on your own.

Highlights:
  • The Imperial Palace, residence of the Habsburgs for nearly 650 years (outside)
  • St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Vienna's landmark (outside)
  • State Opera House (outside)
  • the Ringstrasse ('ring road')
Your private guide is always flexible and adapts the tour to your special interests.

Tour Duration: 2,5-3 hours

Tour can operate: Morning or Afternoon

Wheelchair Accessible: No

Physical Activity Level: Light to Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Pick up at the landing stage of the cruise ship in Vienna
  • One way transfer in private car from the pier to the city centre
  • Private licensed English speaking guide (other languages available, but on request)
Not included:
  • Meals
  • Gratuities and personal expenses
  • Entrances
  • Return transfer to the ship (optional service upon extra charge)
Vienna Shore Excursion: Private City Walk Mozart in Vienna, 2,5 hours
During this city walk "On the Traces of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart", you discover Vienna's historic old town, passing by some of the most important locations of Mozart's life. This tour also includes a visit of the Mozart House. At the end of this tour, you can continue exploring the city centre on your own.

Highlights:
  • Vienna's historic old town and former addresses of Mozart (outdoor)
  • Visit of the Mozart House Vienna (indoor visit)
  • St. Stephen's Cathedral (outdoor)
Your private guide is always flexible and adapts the tour to your special interests.

Tour Duration: 2,5-3 hours

Tour can operate: Morning or Afternoon

Physical Activity Level: Light to Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Pick up at the landing stage of the cruise ship in Vienna
  • One way transfer in private car from the pier to the city centre
  • Private licensed English speaking guide (other languages available, but on request)
  • Entrance fee Mozart House (visit with audio-guide)
Not included:
  • Meals
  • Gratuities and personal expenses
  • Entrances other than stated above
  • Return transfer to the cruise ship (optional service upon extra charge)

 
Vienna Shore Excursion: Private City Walk Imperial Palace, 2,5 hours
This privately guided walking tour through Vienna's historic old town takes you to the Imperial Palace ('Hofburg'), to visit the Imperial Apartments and the fascinating Sisi Museum.

Highlights:
  • Visit of the Imperial Palace and the Imperial Apartments (indoor visit)
  • Visit of the Sisi Museum (indoor visit)
  • Augustinian Church
Your private guide is always flexible and adapts the tour to your special interests.

Tour Duration: 2,5-3 hours

Tour can operate: Morning or Afternoon

Physical Activity Level: Light to Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Pick up the landing stage of the cruise ship in Vienna
  • One way transfer in private car from the pier to the city centre
  • Private licensed English speaking guide (other languages available, but on request)
  • Entrance fee for the Imperial Palace (Imperial Apartments and the Sisi Museum)
Not included:
  • Meals
  • Gratuities and personal expenses
  • Entrances other than stated above
  • Return transfer to the ship (optional service upon extra charge)
Vienna Shore Excursion: Private City Tour of Vienna & Visit of Schoenbrunn Palace, 4 hours
This privately guided tour shows you the major historical sights along the Ringstrasse, before taking you to the magnificent Schoenbrunn Palace, former summer residence of the Habsburg family.

Highlights:
  • Main sights along the Ringstrasse: e.g. Imperial Palace, National Museums, State Opera, Burgtheater, City Hall, Parliament etc. (outside)
  • Visit of the Schoenbrunn Palace, privately guided tour (indoor visit)
Your private guide is always flexible and adapts the tour to your special interests.

Tour Duration: 4 hours

Tour can operate: Morning or Afternoon

Physical Activity Level: Light

Inclusions:
  • Pick up and drop off at the landing stage of the cruise ship in Vienna
  • Transfer in a private car
  • Private licensed English speaking guide (other languages available, but on request)
  • Entrance fee for Schoenbrunn Palace (Highlight Tour)
Not included:
  • Meals
  • Gratuities and personal expenses
  • Entrances other than stated above
Vienna Shore Excursion: Private City Tour Art Nouveau and Viennese Architecture, 4 hours
In addition to the familiar Gothic and Baroque buildings, Art Nouveau has a fixed place in Viennese architecture. Naturally, this tour also covers further architecural epoques, such as modernity.

Highlights:
  • Architecturally interesting sights along the Ringstrasse: e.g. Imperial Palace, National Museums, State Opera, City Hall, Parliament etc. (outside)
  • Visit of the Vienna Secession (inside visit)
  • Visit of the Kunst Haus Wien (insde visit)
  • St. Charles's Church (outside)
  • Hundertwasserhaus (outside)
Your private guide is always flexible and adapts the tour to your special interests.

Tour Duration: 4 hours

Tour can operate: Tuesday to Sunday; Morning or Afternoon
(Vienna Secession is closed on Monday!)

Physical Activity Level: Light to Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Pick up and drop off at the landing stage of the cruise ship in Vienna
  • Transfer in a private car
  • Private licensed English speaking guide (other languages available, but on request)
  • Entrance fee for Vienna Secession
  • Entrance fee for Kunst Haus Wien
Not included:
  • Meals
  • Gratuities and personal expenses
  • Entrances other than stated above
Vienna Shore Excursion: Private City Walk & the Lipizzaner Horses, 5 hours
From Tuesday to Friday (9am-1pm, excl. July), this package covers many interesting aspects of Vienna: Starting with a short Vienna Old Town City Walk, you follow your guide through the old town towards the Spanish Riding School, where you attend the Lippizaner's Morning Exercise, allowing an insight into the training of the Lipizzaner Horses and their riders. At the end of this tour, you can continue exploring the city centre on your own.

Highlights:
  • Overview of the history, culture and architecture of Vienna
  • Vienna's historic old town (outside)
  • Attendance of the Morning Exercise at the Spanish Riding School (inside visit)
  • Coffee break at the famous Café Central
Your private guide is always flexible and adapts the tour to your special interests.

Tour Duration: 4 hours

Tour can operate: Tuesday to Friday, 9am - 1pm (excluding July)

Physical Activity Level: Light to Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Pick up at the landing stage of the cruise ship in Vienna
  • One way transfer in private car from the pier to the city centre
  • Private licensed English speaking guide (other languages available, but on request)
  • Entrance fee for the Morning Exercise at the Spanish Riding School
  • Coffee break at Café Demel (1 hot drink, 1 piece of cake)
Not included:
  • Meals
  • Gratuities
  • Personal expenses
  • Entrances other than stated above
  • Return transfer to the ship (optional service upon extra charge)
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Vienna

Vienna 12/16/2024

Bid farewell to Vienna and prepare for your flight home. (B),

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Vienna Shore Excursion: Private City Walk Vienna's Old Town, 2,5 hours
This interesting city walk offers you an initial overview of the history, culture and achitecture of Vienna, taking you through the most beautiful and elegant streets and passing by some of the most famous sights of the city.
At the end of this tour, you can continue exploring the city centre on your own.

Highlights:
  • The Imperial Palace, residence of the Habsburgs for nearly 650 years (outside)
  • St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Vienna's landmark (outside)
  • State Opera House (outside)
  • the Ringstrasse ('ring road')
Your private guide is always flexible and adapts the tour to your special interests.

Tour Duration: 2,5-3 hours

Tour can operate: Morning or Afternoon

Wheelchair Accessible: No

Physical Activity Level: Light to Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Pick up at the landing stage of the cruise ship in Vienna
  • One way transfer in private car from the pier to the city centre
  • Private licensed English speaking guide (other languages available, but on request)
Not included:
  • Meals
  • Gratuities and personal expenses
  • Entrances
  • Return transfer to the ship (optional service upon extra charge)
Vienna Shore Excursion: Private City Walk Mozart in Vienna, 2,5 hours
During this city walk "On the Traces of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart", you discover Vienna's historic old town, passing by some of the most important locations of Mozart's life. This tour also includes a visit of the Mozart House. At the end of this tour, you can continue exploring the city centre on your own.

Highlights:
  • Vienna's historic old town and former addresses of Mozart (outdoor)
  • Visit of the Mozart House Vienna (indoor visit)
  • St. Stephen's Cathedral (outdoor)
Your private guide is always flexible and adapts the tour to your special interests.

Tour Duration: 2,5-3 hours

Tour can operate: Morning or Afternoon

Physical Activity Level: Light to Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Pick up at the landing stage of the cruise ship in Vienna
  • One way transfer in private car from the pier to the city centre
  • Private licensed English speaking guide (other languages available, but on request)
  • Entrance fee Mozart House (visit with audio-guide)
Not included:
  • Meals
  • Gratuities and personal expenses
  • Entrances other than stated above
  • Return transfer to the cruise ship (optional service upon extra charge)

 
Vienna Shore Excursion: Private City Walk Imperial Palace, 2,5 hours
This privately guided walking tour through Vienna's historic old town takes you to the Imperial Palace ('Hofburg'), to visit the Imperial Apartments and the fascinating Sisi Museum.

Highlights:
  • Visit of the Imperial Palace and the Imperial Apartments (indoor visit)
  • Visit of the Sisi Museum (indoor visit)
  • Augustinian Church
Your private guide is always flexible and adapts the tour to your special interests.

Tour Duration: 2,5-3 hours

Tour can operate: Morning or Afternoon

Physical Activity Level: Light to Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Pick up the landing stage of the cruise ship in Vienna
  • One way transfer in private car from the pier to the city centre
  • Private licensed English speaking guide (other languages available, but on request)
  • Entrance fee for the Imperial Palace (Imperial Apartments and the Sisi Museum)
Not included:
  • Meals
  • Gratuities and personal expenses
  • Entrances other than stated above
  • Return transfer to the ship (optional service upon extra charge)
Vienna Shore Excursion: Private City Tour of Vienna & Visit of Schoenbrunn Palace, 4 hours
This privately guided tour shows you the major historical sights along the Ringstrasse, before taking you to the magnificent Schoenbrunn Palace, former summer residence of the Habsburg family.

Highlights:
  • Main sights along the Ringstrasse: e.g. Imperial Palace, National Museums, State Opera, Burgtheater, City Hall, Parliament etc. (outside)
  • Visit of the Schoenbrunn Palace, privately guided tour (indoor visit)
Your private guide is always flexible and adapts the tour to your special interests.

Tour Duration: 4 hours

Tour can operate: Morning or Afternoon

Physical Activity Level: Light

Inclusions:
  • Pick up and drop off at the landing stage of the cruise ship in Vienna
  • Transfer in a private car
  • Private licensed English speaking guide (other languages available, but on request)
  • Entrance fee for Schoenbrunn Palace (Highlight Tour)
Not included:
  • Meals
  • Gratuities and personal expenses
  • Entrances other than stated above
Vienna Shore Excursion: Private City Tour Art Nouveau and Viennese Architecture, 4 hours
In addition to the familiar Gothic and Baroque buildings, Art Nouveau has a fixed place in Viennese architecture. Naturally, this tour also covers further architecural epoques, such as modernity.

Highlights:
  • Architecturally interesting sights along the Ringstrasse: e.g. Imperial Palace, National Museums, State Opera, City Hall, Parliament etc. (outside)
  • Visit of the Vienna Secession (inside visit)
  • Visit of the Kunst Haus Wien (insde visit)
  • St. Charles's Church (outside)
  • Hundertwasserhaus (outside)
Your private guide is always flexible and adapts the tour to your special interests.

Tour Duration: 4 hours

Tour can operate: Tuesday to Sunday; Morning or Afternoon
(Vienna Secession is closed on Monday!)

Physical Activity Level: Light to Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Pick up and drop off at the landing stage of the cruise ship in Vienna
  • Transfer in a private car
  • Private licensed English speaking guide (other languages available, but on request)
  • Entrance fee for Vienna Secession
  • Entrance fee for Kunst Haus Wien
Not included:
  • Meals
  • Gratuities and personal expenses
  • Entrances other than stated above
Vienna Shore Excursion: Private City Walk & the Lipizzaner Horses, 5 hours
From Tuesday to Friday (9am-1pm, excl. July), this package covers many interesting aspects of Vienna: Starting with a short Vienna Old Town City Walk, you follow your guide through the old town towards the Spanish Riding School, where you attend the Lippizaner's Morning Exercise, allowing an insight into the training of the Lipizzaner Horses and their riders. At the end of this tour, you can continue exploring the city centre on your own.

Highlights:
  • Overview of the history, culture and architecture of Vienna
  • Vienna's historic old town (outside)
  • Attendance of the Morning Exercise at the Spanish Riding School (inside visit)
  • Coffee break at the famous Café Central
Your private guide is always flexible and adapts the tour to your special interests.

Tour Duration: 4 hours

Tour can operate: Tuesday to Friday, 9am - 1pm (excluding July)

Physical Activity Level: Light to Moderate

Inclusions:
  • Pick up at the landing stage of the cruise ship in Vienna
  • One way transfer in private car from the pier to the city centre
  • Private licensed English speaking guide (other languages available, but on request)
  • Entrance fee for the Morning Exercise at the Spanish Riding School
  • Coffee break at Café Demel (1 hot drink, 1 piece of cake)
Not included:
  • Meals
  • Gratuities
  • Personal expenses
  • Entrances other than stated above
  • Return transfer to the ship (optional service upon extra charge)
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AmaWaterways: AmaSonata
The award-winning AmaSonata glides gracefully along Europe’s great rivers, offering accommodations with twin balconies to enjoy the ever-changing scenery. Amenities include Entertainment-On-Demand, high-speed Internet access, and English-language TV stations. Each stateroom features a soft color palette for relaxation, while the fitness center and Sun Deck with a heated pool provide opportunities for activity. The Main Dining Room is adorned with crisp white tablecloths and napkins, while The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant showcases its 5-star multi-course cuisine with gold-hued tones and a twinkling overhead centerpiece. With a stunning Main Lounge, tranquil library, sun-deck walking track, massage and hair salon, and gift shop, there is always something to enjoy aboard the AmaSonata.
Ship Highlights
  • Spacious staterooms with luxury accommodation in an outside stateroom (most with twin balconies)
  • An array of amenities such as Sun deck with Heated Pool and walking track, Fitness room, massage services and hair salon etc
  • Award Winning dining - at The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant and Main Lounge
Ship Statistics
Built Year
2014
Registry
Switzerland
Built In
Netherlands
Home Port
Basel
Beam
38 ft (11.6 m)
Ship Length
443 ft (135 m)
Passenger Capacity
162
Number of Crew
49
Crew Nationality
European
Number of Staterooms
81
Number of Suites
3
Dining / Restaurants
3
Pool
Yes
Spa
Yes
Bars / Lounges
2
Fitness Center
Yes

Dining

Dining
Savor exquisite cuisine at a variety of dining venues, Like the Main Restaurant and The Chef’s Table. You can also order delicious tapas between meals in the Main Lounge. With fewer passengers on board, guests can enjoy the luxury of space — The public areas, like lounges and restaurants, are never overcrowded.

Entertainment & Nightlife

Entertainment & Nightlife
Are you looking for a way to stay fit on vacation? A local quartet or modern piano favorites, there is an eclectic schedule of entertainment on board the ship.

Onboard Activities

Onboard Activities
With fewer guests on board, you can enjoy the luxury of space to unwind, relax and reconnect with your loved ones. Public areas, including lounges and restaurants, are never overcrowded.

Outdoor Activities

Outdoor Activities
Soak up some rays or take a dip in refreshing pool with a swim-up bar as it pass by centuries-old castles, charming villages and other breathtaking scenery.

Wellness

Massage Services
After a marvelous day of immersive shore excursions, return to the ship and treat yourself to a bit of pampering with a soothing massage.

Oceanview

Oceanview Stateroom (E) $2,680
Oceanview Stateroom
  • Category: E
  • Piano Deck
  • Square Feet: 160
Size: 160 sq. ft. Fixed Window. Located on deck Piano. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library.
Oceanview Stateroom (D) $2,904
Oceanview Stateroom
  • Category: D
  • Piano Deck
  • Square Feet: 160
Size: 160 sq. ft. Fixed Window. Located on deck Piano. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet shower heads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library.

Balcony

Balcony Stateroom (C) $3,534
Balcony Stateroom
  • Category: C
  • Violin Deck
  • Cello Deck
  • Square Feet: 170
Size: 170 sq. ft. French Balcony. Located on deck Violin & Cello. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library.
Balcony Stateroom (BB) $3,939
Balcony Stateroom
  • Category: BB
  • Cello Deck
  • Square Feet: 210
Size: 210 sq. ft. French Balcony & Outside Balcony. Located on deck Cello. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library.
Balcony Stateroom (BA) $4,029
Balcony Stateroom
  • Category: BA
  • Violin Deck
  • Square Feet: 210
Size: 210 sq. ft. French Balcony & Outside Balcony. Located on deck Violin. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet shower-heads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library.
Balcony Stateroom (AB) $4,164
Balcony Stateroom
  • Category: AB
  • Cello Deck
  • Square Feet: 235
Size: 235 sq. ft. French Balcony & Outside Balcony. Located on deck Cello. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet shower-heads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library.
Balcony Stateroom (AA) $4,299
Balcony Stateroom
  • Category: AA
  • Violin Deck
  • Square Feet: 235
Size: 235 sq. ft. French Balcony & Outside Balcony. Located on deck Violin. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library.
Balcony Stateroom (AA+) $4,704
Balcony Stateroom
  • Category: AA+
  • Violin Deck
  • Square Feet: 290
Size: 290 sq. ft. French Balcony & Outside Balcony. Located on deck Violin. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library.

Suite

Suite (Suite) $5,154
Suite
  • Category: Suite
  • Square Feet: 300
Size: 300 sq. ft. French Balcony & Outside Balcony. Located on deck Violin. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library.
Rates are cruise only or cruise/land (where applicable), per person, based on double occupancy. Port charges of $160 are included for all guests.

Rates are cruise or cruise/land only, per person, based on double occupancy and include port charges. Intra-air (where required) is included in the fare. No additional government fees/ taxes or fuel surcharge. No fees for the rate of exchange US$-EUR. Unless explicitly stated that single supplement is waived, solo travelers in a double occupancy stateroom must pay an additional single supplement amount before receiving any discounts.

All fares are quoted in US Dollars.

Sun Deck

Stateroom Key

  • Suite (Suite)
  • Balcony Stateroom (AA+)
  • Balcony Stateroom (AA)
  • Balcony Stateroom (AB)
  • Balcony Stateroom (BA)
  • Balcony Stateroom (BB)
  • Balcony Stateroom (C)
  • Oceanview Stateroom (D)
  • Oceanview Stateroom (E)
Violin Deck

Stateroom Key

  • Suite (Suite)
  • Balcony Stateroom (AA+)
  • Balcony Stateroom (AA)
  • Balcony Stateroom (AB)
  • Balcony Stateroom (BA)
  • Balcony Stateroom (BB)
  • Balcony Stateroom (C)
  • Oceanview Stateroom (D)
  • Oceanview Stateroom (E)
Cello Deck

Stateroom Key

  • Suite (Suite)
  • Balcony Stateroom (AA+)
  • Balcony Stateroom (AA)
  • Balcony Stateroom (AB)
  • Balcony Stateroom (BA)
  • Balcony Stateroom (BB)
  • Balcony Stateroom (C)
  • Oceanview Stateroom (D)
  • Oceanview Stateroom (E)
Piano Deck

Stateroom Key

  • Suite (Suite)
  • Balcony Stateroom (AA+)
  • Balcony Stateroom (AA)
  • Balcony Stateroom (AB)
  • Balcony Stateroom (BA)
  • Balcony Stateroom (BB)
  • Balcony Stateroom (C)
  • Oceanview Stateroom (D)
  • Oceanview Stateroom (E)