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Gratuities are not included in your cruise fare. For good service, 3 Euros per guest/per day for the Cruise Manager and 12 Euros per guest/per day for the crew (to be divided among ship personnel) is recommended.

Due to medical safety guidelines, we are unable to accommodate passengers who will enter their 24th week of pregnancy by the time of the cruise.

MinorAccompany policy

All guests under the age of 18 are to be in a stateroom with an adult and must remain supervised at all times; their safety is the responsibility of the accompanying adult(s).

Smoking is only permitted on the ship’s Sun Deck in the designated smoking area.

AmaSonata

7-Night Blue Danube Discovery (Taste Of Christmas) Cruise from Budapest

On AmaSonata

Budapest, Bratislava, and Vienna

Sails Wed, Nov 15, 20287 nightsCruiseOnly

One-wayBudapestNuremberg · 9 ports

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$3,139pp

$4,389Save $1,250 (28%)

$448 / night avg · taxes & fees included

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Today: $3,139Lowest tracked: $3,139

This sailing's fareLowest recorded

vs. recent high

28% below recent high

2-day low

$3,139

2-day high

$4,389

2-day avg

$3,764

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Your 7-night itinerary

11 ports on this sailing.

Day 11
BudapestEmbark
EMBARKATION
Sailings from Budapest
Day 22
Bratislava
Walking tour<li>Bratislava- OR Tastes of Slovakia </li><li>Bratislava- OR Bratislava Castle hike </li>
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Day 33
Vienna
“Imperial Vienna” tour<li>Vienna-OR Vienna bike tour</li><li>Vienna-Free time</li>
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Day 44
Drnstein
Walking tour and wine tasting<li>Dürnstein-OR Apricots and Sweets tasting</li><li>Dürnstein-OR Dürnstein Fortress hike</li>
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Day 44
Prudhoe Bay/Deadhorse
Scenic cruising through UNESCO Wachau Valle
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Day 44
Melk
Benedictine Abbey tour<li>Melk-OR Guided bike ride to Melk</li>
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Day 44
At River
OR Melk Abbey hike
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Day 55
Passau
“City of Three Rivers” walking tour<li>Passau-OR Passau bike tour</li><li>Passau-OR Passau Castle Hike</li>
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Day 66
Regensburg
UNESCO city walking tour<li>Regensburg-OR Walhalla bike tour</li><li>Regensburg-OR Tastes of Bavaria</li>
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Day 77
Nuremberg
Medieval city tour<li>Nuremberg-OR WWII city tour</li><li>Nuremberg-OR Tastes of Franconia</li>
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Day 88
NurembergDisembark
DISEMBARKATION
Sailings from Nuremberg

Cabins & suites

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Suite
$7,338$1,048 / night
Balcony
$4,738$677 / night
Best value
Ocean View
$3,139$448 / night

Ship experience

Onboard dining, entertainment, and venues

About this ship

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.

Ports of call

Where you stop and how long you stay

Budapest
Day 1
Sailings from Budapest
Budapest
Bratislava
Day 2
Cruises visiting Bratislava
Bratislava
Vienna
Day 3
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Vienna
Drnstein
Day 4
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Drnstein
Prudhoe Bay/Deadhorse
Day 4
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Prudhoe Bay/Deadhorse
Melk
Day 4
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Melk
At River
Day 4
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At River
Passau
Day 5
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Passau
Regensburg
Day 6
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Regensburg
Nuremberg
Days 7, 8
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Nuremberg

What's included & extra

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Included

Main dining rooms — Traditional complimentary dining
Pools & fitness — Ship amenities vary by vessel

Extra cost

Dining — Savor exquisite cuisine at a variety of dining venues, Like the Main Restaurant and The Chef’s Table. You can also order
Onboard Activities — With fewer guests on board, you can enjoy the luxury of space to unwind, relax and reconnect with your loved ones. Publi
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 vill
Specialty dining — Reservations and cover charges may apply
Spa & salon — Treatments at additional cost

Policies & FAQ

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Ship specifications

Bars / Lounges: 2
Beam: 38 ft (11.6 m)
Built In: Netherlands
Crew Nationality: European
Dining / Restaurants: 3
Fitness Center: Yes
Home Port: Basel
Number of Crew: 49
Number of Staterooms: 81
Number of Suites: 3
Passenger Capacity: 162
Registry: Switzerland
Ship Length: 443 ft (135 m)
Spa: Yes
Swimming Pools: 1
Year Built: 2014

Prices shown are per person, based on double occupancy, and include taxes and port fees where available. Gratuities and optional extras are not included. All fares are subject to availability and may change. Final pricing will be confirmed at time of booking.