Celebrate the Holidays Along the Danube

Cruise From Budapest to Vilshofen 

Experience timeless holiday traditions and elegant pageantry across five enchanting countries Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, and Germany. Explore iconic capital cities Budapest, Bratislava, and Vienna adorned in festive splendor, with glittering Christmas trees, cathedral bells ringing, and angelic voices filling the streets with carols.

Indulge in a wine evening in Spitz, an exclusive AmaWaterways experience, and wander the stalls of Europe’s most traditional and enchanting Christmas Markets, including the famed Schönbrunn Palace Christmas Market. Shop for handcrafted gifts and toys, sip hot mulled wine, and savor the scents of gingerbread and roasted chestnuts.

Immerse yourself in the glory and magic of the season as you cruise along the Danube, celebrating the holidays in grand European style.

INCLUDED:

• Multiple dining venues, including the Main Restaurant and the Al Fresco Restaurant 
• The Chef’s Table and Jimmy’s (reservations required) 
• Hand selected wine and beer with meals, plus Sip & Sail cocktail hour most evenings
• Split-level lounge creating intimate pockets in which to relax unhindered 
• Heated sundeck pool with whirlpool and sky bar 
• Full-size pickleball court on the Sun Deck 
• Multi-functional, expansive Zen Wellness Studio with a juice bar and space to accommodate group exercise classes led by a qualified Wellness Host
• Complimentary high-quality Wi-Fi at no additional charge
• Salon services, including manicures, pedicures, hair and massage (additional costs apply) 
• Low draft with quieter, more fuel-efficient engines 
• No parallel docking with other ships in most ports along the Danube
• Prepaid Gratuities

Stateroom Accommodations:

• Most accommodations are suites, ranging from 355 sq. ft. to 710 sq. ft., featuring step-out balconies
• Marble bathrooms, multi-jet showers, soothing bath products, cotton bathrobes, slippers and hair dryer
• Grand Suites (474 sq. ft.) and an Owners Suite (710 sq. ft.) with spacious seating areas, beds facing the river, bathtub, separate shower and double sinks
• Generous closet, storage and shelf space with in-room safe
• Entertainment-On-Demand with high-speed Internet, movies, music and English-language TV
• Individually controlled air-conditioning
• Connecting staterooms and triple/quad occupancy available (select staterooms)

NOT INCLUDED

• 2 Nights Budapest Pre-cruise land arrangements December 11 - 12, 2027
• 3 Nights Prague Post-Cruise land arrangements (Available upon request)
• International flights
• Any beverages not included during mealtimes.
• Services booked at the Nail & Hair Salon or massages
• Other onboard personal expenses
• Optional shore excursions that might be offered in addition to our daily included excursion program.

RATES:

The above rates include government taxes.

With limited availability and high demand, now is the perfect time to reserve your stateroom and experience the magic of the Danube this holiday season.

Receive an exclusive $1,000 savings per person when you book by June 30, 2026, already included in the price. 

PAYMENT SCHEDULE:

• Securing Your Stateroom: Your journey begins with an initial deposit of $400 per person. 
• To make your planning as effortless as the cruise itself, we offer a minimum monthly payment plan of $250 per person.

Final payment will be due Tuesday, September 7, 2027, (94 days prior to travel date)

LAND EXTENSIONS (Optional)

Pre-cruise (12/11/2027 - 12/12/2027): 2-Nights Budapest 

• $780/pp based on double occupancy $1,260/Single

Post-Cruise (12/19/2027 - 12/22/2027): 3-Night stay in Prague package hotel TBD with daily breakfast. “Golden City of a Hundred Spires” tour and Christmas Markets 

• $1,140/pp based on double occupancy $1,620/Single

PASSPORTS & VISAS: 

U.S. and Canadian citizens are not required to obtain a visa in advance for short stays in Budapest (Hungary), Bratislava (Slovakia), or Vienna (Austria). Beginning in 2026, travelers from both countries will be required to complete an online ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorization System) authorization prior to entering any Schengen Area country.

All travelers must be in possession of a valid passport with at least six (6) months of validity beyond the return date, as well as a round-trip airline ticket. It is the traveler’s responsibility to ensure that all required travel documents are valid and in compliance with entry requirements prior to departure.