Budapest
Budapest 10/25/2024
Arrive in Budapest and check into your hotel.,
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10/25/2024 |
10/25/2024 |
Budapest
Budapest 10/26/2024
Budapest is one of Europe's most regal and storied cities—and many of its iconic sights are just off the banks of the Danube. During today's tour, walk around the Parliament building where you'll see the Shoes on the Danube. Explore the Jewish Quarter, including the Great Synagogue, the largest in Europe and the second largest in the world. Afterwards, visit the Opera House, an architectural gem, and ascend Gellért Hill to reach the Citadel, offering magnificent views of the city. (B),
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10/26/2024 |
10/26/2024 |
Budapest
Budapest 10/27/2024
Check out of your hotel to board the ultra-luxurious AmaMagna. (B,D), Board the ultra-luxurious AmaMagna and settle into your stateroom. (B,D),
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10/27/2024 |
10/27/2024 |
Cruise Starts (Embarkation)
Cruise Starts (Embarkation) 10/27/2024
Check out of your hotel to board the ultra-luxurious AmaMagna. (B,D), Board the ultra-luxurious AmaMagna and settle into your stateroom. (B,D),
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10/27/2024 |
10/27/2024 |
Budapest
Budapest 10/27/2024
Check out of your hotel to board the ultra-luxurious AmaMagna. (B,D), Board the ultra-luxurious AmaMagna and settle into your stateroom. (B,D),
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10/27/2024 |
10/27/2024 |
Budapest
Budapest 10/28/2024
Budapest offers an unmatched combination of culture and tradition. Visit 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 Matthias Church. As an alternative, hike up to Castle Hill for breathtaking views of the city. During the afternoon, sail out of Budapest, passing through the scenic Danube Bend where you'll see some of Hungary's oldest settlements, including Esztergom, Visegrád, and Szentendre. (B,L,D),
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10/28/2024 |
10/28/2024 |
Bratislava
Bratislava 10/29/2024
Host to the crowning ceremonies of many Hungarian kings and queens between 1536 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 to Bratislava's gleaming castle. (B,L,D),
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10/29/2024 |
10/29/2024 |
Vienna
Vienna 10/30/2024
Vienna 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. During the afternoon, visit the UNESCO-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. (B,L,D),
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10/30/2024 |
10/30/2024 |
Krems
Krems 10/31/2024
Krems, the gateway to the UNESCO-designated Wachau Valley, is your starting point for a visit to the lovely Baroque village of Dürnstein. Stroll along Dürnstein's cobblestone streets to the Baroque Stiftskirche, with its famed church tower on a walking tour. For a more culinary-focused experience in Dürnstein, enjoy a wine tasting and special apricot treats from a local boutique. Those who wish a more active adventure of the area can hike to historic Dürnstein Fortress or cycle from Krems to Spitz and back for lunch. During the afternoon, cruise through the vineyard-rich Wachau Valley—one of the most beautiful river valleys in Europe, where some of Austria's finest white wines are produced—to Spitz. Once in Spitz, you can visit the 900-year-old Melk Abbey situated high atop the granite cliffs of the Danube; or get active with either a Spitz-Melk-Spitz bike tour or hiking adventure. During the evening, be treated to an exclusive wine festival where you'll enjoy some of the regions famous wines, including Grüner Veltliner and Riesling. (B,L,D),
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10/31/2024 |
10/31/2024 |
Duernstein
Duernstein 10/31/2024
Krems, the gateway to the UNESCO-designated Wachau Valley, is your starting point for a visit to the lovely Baroque village of Dürnstein. Stroll along Dürnstein's cobblestone streets to the Baroque Stiftskirche, with its famed church tower on a walking tour. For a more culinary-focused experience in Dürnstein, enjoy a wine tasting and special apricot treats from a local boutique. Those who wish a more active adventure of the area can hike to historic Dürnstein Fortress or cycle from Krems to Spitz and back for lunch. During the afternoon, cruise through the vineyard-rich Wachau Valley—one of the most beautiful river valleys in Europe, where some of Austria's finest white wines are produced—to Spitz. Once in Spitz, you can visit the 900-year-old Melk Abbey situated high atop the granite cliffs of the Danube; or get active with either a Spitz-Melk-Spitz bike tour or hiking adventure. During the evening, be treated to an exclusive wine festival where you'll enjoy some of the regions famous wines, including Grüner Veltliner and Riesling. (B,L,D),
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10/31/2024 |
10/31/2024 |
Spitz
Spitz 10/31/2024
Krems, the gateway to the UNESCO-designated Wachau Valley, is your starting point for a visit to the lovely Baroque village of Dürnstein. Stroll along Dürnstein's cobblestone streets to the Baroque Stiftskirche, with its famed church tower on a walking tour. For a more culinary-focused experience in Dürnstein, enjoy a wine tasting and special apricot treats from a local boutique. Those who wish a more active adventure of the area can hike to historic Dürnstein Fortress or cycle from Krems to Spitz and back for lunch. During the afternoon, cruise through the vineyard-rich Wachau Valley—one of the most beautiful river valleys in Europe, where some of Austria's finest white wines are produced—to Spitz. Once in Spitz, you can visit the 900-year-old Melk Abbey situated high atop the granite cliffs of the Danube; or get active with either a Spitz-Melk-Spitz bike tour or hiking adventure. During the evening, be treated to an exclusive wine festival where you'll enjoy some of the regions famous wines, including Grüner Veltliner and Riesling. (B,L,D),
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10/31/2024 |
10/31/2024 |
Melk
Melk 10/31/2024
Krems, the gateway to the UNESCO-designated Wachau Valley, is your starting point for a visit to the lovely Baroque village of Dürnstein. Stroll along Dürnstein's cobblestone streets to the Baroque Stiftskirche, with its famed church tower on a walking tour. For a more culinary-focused experience in Dürnstein, enjoy a wine tasting and special apricot treats from a local boutique. Those who wish a more active adventure of the area can hike to historic Dürnstein Fortress or cycle from Krems to Spitz and back for lunch. During the afternoon, cruise through the vineyard-rich Wachau Valley—one of the most beautiful river valleys in Europe, where some of Austria's finest white wines are produced—to Spitz. Once in Spitz, you can visit the 900-year-old Melk Abbey situated high atop the granite cliffs of the Danube; or get active with either a Spitz-Melk-Spitz bike tour or hiking adventure. During the evening, be treated to an exclusive wine festival where you'll enjoy some of the regions famous wines, including Grüner Veltliner and Riesling. (B,L,D),
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10/31/2024 |
10/31/2024 |
Linz
Linz 11/01/2024
Join a walking tour through the old city center of Linz and by the Mozart House; or bike along the city's famed "Cultural Mile" and the Danube. For those who love The Sound of Music, enjoy a full-day excursion to Salzburg and tour the historic center, Mirabell Gardens, Residenz Square, and the Old Market. En route to Salzburg, stop at Mondsee, home of the St. Michael Basilica, where the famous wedding scene in the movie was filmed. In the afternoon, you have the choice to visit the charming Czech mountain town of Ceský Krumlov or enjoy the Austrian Lake District, a popular and stunning resort area. (B,L,D),
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11/01/2024 |
11/01/2024 |
Passau
Passau 11/02/2024
Join a walking tour and marvel at Passau's Gothic and Italian Baroque architecture and St. Stephan's Cathedral. Or take a guided hike up to the Veste Oberhaus fortress. You can also ride to Wernstein on a guided bike tour. Later in the day, sail to the charming town of Vilshofen, where you'll be treated to a festive Bavarian Oktoberfest celebration complete with music, beer, and sausages. (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!
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Private explorations in the quaint three river village
<span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong><br />
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Meet our experienced local team member at your ship and tailor your city stroll according to your interests and expectations<br />
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<span>The picturesque city of Passau, known as ‘The City of Three Rivers’, stands at the confluence of the Danube, Inn and the Ilz Rivers in Germany’s far southeast corner near the Austrian border</span><br />
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<span>Passau was an ancient Roman</span><span> colony and a former hub of the salt trade, then later the Holy Roman Empire, largest diocese and a sword-making centre</span><br />
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<span>Enjoy a walking tour of the historic city centre with its enchanting,</span><span> narrow lanes, beautiful riverbank promenades to see the ‘Rathaus’, with its , Baroque festival hall, the New Bishop's Residence before arriving at St. Stephen's Cathedral</span><br />
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<span>St. Stephen's is a true masterpiece of Italian Baroque and is most famous for its spectacular organ. With 17,774 pipes and 233 registers it is not to be missed. Schedule permitted enjoy a recital by their master organist</span><br />
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<span>End your walk with a stop at our favourite watering hole for a tasting of the famous local Granit gin or enjoy traditional baked goods at ‘Kerscher’ where recipes are handed from generation to generation for over 100 years</span><br />
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<strong>Tour Duration: </strong>2 hours<br />
<strong>Tour can operate:</strong> All day<br />
<strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> Yes<br />
<strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Light walking tour<br />
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<strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span>
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<li><span><span>Touring with one of our excellent local insiders</span></span></li>
<li><span><span>All taxes</span></span></li>
</ul>
<span><span><strong>Not Included: </strong></span></span>

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<li><span><span>Meals </span></span></li>
<li><span><span>Optional admissions and museum licensing fees</span></span></li>
<li><span><span>Tipping at your discretion</span></span></li>
</ul>
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11/02/2024 |
11/02/2024 |
Vilshofen
Vilshofen 11/02/2024
Join a walking tour and marvel at Passau's Gothic and Italian Baroque architecture and St. Stephan's Cathedral. Or take a guided hike up to the Veste Oberhaus fortress. You can also ride to Wernstein on a guided bike tour. Later in the day, sail to the charming town of Vilshofen, where you'll be treated to a festive Bavarian Oktoberfest celebration complete with music, beer, and sausages. (B,L,D),
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11/02/2024 |
11/02/2024 |
Vilshofen
Vilshofen 11/03/2024
Bid farewell to the ship and prepare for your flight home. (B), Depart the ship and drive to Regensburg, one of Germany's best-preserved medieval cities, which you'll discover on a guided walking tour. After touring Regensburg, continue on to Prague. (B),
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11/03/2024 |
11/03/2024 |
Cruise Ends (Debarkation)
Cruise Ends (Debarkation) 11/03/2024
Bid farewell to the ship and prepare for your flight home. (B), Depart the ship and drive to Regensburg, one of Germany's best-preserved medieval cities, which you'll discover on a guided walking tour. After touring Regensburg, continue on to Prague. (B),
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11/03/2024 |
11/03/2024 |
Regensburg
Regensburg 11/03/2024
Bid farewell to the ship and prepare for your flight home. (B), Depart the ship and drive to Regensburg, one of Germany's best-preserved medieval cities, which you'll discover on a guided walking tour. After touring Regensburg, continue on to Prague. (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!
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Regensburg Jewish Heritage Walking Tour - 3 hours
<span><span>Follow the traces of the oldest Jewish community in Southern Germany.<br />
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<strong>Highlights:</strong></span></span>
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<li><span><span>Jewish Cemetery</span></span></li>
<li><span><span>Schindler House, Synagogue</span></span></li>
<li><span><span>Cathedral</span></span></li>
<li><span><span>Document Neupfarrplatz</span></span></li>
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<span><span> <strong>Tour Duration: 3 hours</strong><br />
<strong>Tour can operate:</strong> morning or afternoon <br />
<strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> no <br />
<strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> light<br />
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<strong>Inclusions:</strong> </span></span>

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<li><span><span>Guide</span></span></li>
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<span><span> <strong>Not Included: </strong></span></span>

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<li><span><span>Entrance fees</span></span></li>
<li><span><span>Tips</span></span></li>
</ul>
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Private walk of romantic Regensburg city center
<strong><span><span>Highlights:</span></span></strong><br />
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<span><span>Meet our experienced local team member at your ship and tailor your explorations according to your interests and expectations </span></span><br />
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<span><span>Walk over the medieval stone bridge</span></span><span><span> from 1135, that the knights of the 2nd and 3rd crusade</span></span><span><span> used to cross the Danube</span></span> <span><span>on their way to the Holy Land </span></span><br />
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<span><span>Visit the historic city center with its famous gothic</span></span><span><span> Cathedral containing numerous 15<sup>th </sup>century artifacts</span></span><br />
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<span><span>Explore the Adler-Pharmacy, founded in 1610 with its exquisite authentic interior and historical vessels</span></span><br />
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<span><span>See castle Thurn und Taxis still inhabited by the royal Thurn and Taxis family, depending on interest visit the splendid chambers of this princely residence</span></span><br />
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<span><span>Visit remains of the Roman fortress' walls including the Porta Praetoria and the St. Emmeram's Abbey.</span></span><br />
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<span><span>Stroll along the charming cobble stone alleys of historic city centre and enjoy a special Regensburg Bratwurst or stop at the oldest café in Germany (founded 1868) continuously serving the most tempting treats before heading back to the ship</span></span><br />
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<strong><span><span>Tour Duration: </span></span></strong><span><span>2 hours</span></span><br />
<strong><span><span>Tour can operate:</span></span></strong><span><span> All day</span></span><br />
<strong><span><span>Wheelchair Accessible:</span></span></strong><span><span> Yes </span></span><br />
<strong><span><span>Physical Activity Level: </span></span></strong><span><span>Light walking tour</span></span><br />
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<strong><span><span>Inclusions:</span></span></strong>
<ul>
<li><span><span>Touring with one of our excellent local insiders</span></span></li>
<li><span><span>All taxes</span></span></li>
</ul>
<strong><span><span>Not Included: </span></span></strong>

<ul>
<li><span><span>Meals </span></span></li>
<li><span><span>Optional admissions and museum licensing fees</span></span></li>
<li><span><span>Tipping at your discretion</span></span></li>
</ul>
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11/03/2024 |
11/03/2024 |
Prague
Prague 11/03/2024
Bid farewell to the ship and prepare for your flight home. (B), Depart the ship and drive to Regensburg, one of Germany's best-preserved medieval cities, which you'll discover on a guided walking tour. After touring Regensburg, continue on to Prague. (B),
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11/03/2024 |
11/03/2024 |
Prague
Prague 11/04/2024
Discover Prague on a city tour or a castle hike. Both will reveal why Prague is considered one of Europe's most attractive cities, with a historic city center that's recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. (B),
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11/04/2024 |
11/04/2024 |
Prague
Prague 11/05/2024
Beer has a long and illustrious history in the Czech Republic, so join a tasting and discover some of the very best beer in the world. (B),
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11/05/2024 |
11/05/2024 |
Prague
Prague 11/06/2024
Bid farewell to Prague and prepare for your homeward flight. (B),
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11/06/2024 |
11/06/2024 |