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9-Night Trip on AmaViola

Best of the Danube

Cruise, Cruisetour, Small Ship/Yacht, River cruise

Budapest to Budapest Cruisetour

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Capture the imperial history of Old-World Europe along the Danube River as it flourished beneath towering fortresses and inspired legendary artists and musicians. With an abundance of scenic cruising, a focus on grand cities and popular landmarks, and the ease of traveling roundtrip from Budapest, this special itinerary is our Co-Founder Rudi Schreiner’s top-choice itinerary for 2025 – be among the first to experience it! Begin your journey with our pre-cruise land package in majestic Budapest, during which you will immerse yourself in some of the Hungarian capital’s lesser-known heritage and historic sites. After embarking your ship, discover the luxury and beauty of river cruising as you glide through the scenic Wachau Valley, a protected UNESCO World Heritage Site. Throughout your journey you will visit the river’s legendary capitals: Bratislava and Vienna – where AmaWaterways’ Co-Founder Rudi Schreiner, the visionary "Godfather of River Cruising," was born and raised. Encounter fascinating architecture from Melk’s golden-hued Benedictine abbey to Vienna’s magnificent Schönbrunn Palace. Plus, follow The Sound of Music through sprawling Salzburg, the incomparable birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.
9 Nights Starting At
March 27, 2025 through April 05, 2025
Book by:
March 23, 2025 7:00 PM
Cabin Cat: E
Inside Outside Balcony Suite
N/A $3,490.00
Cat: E
$387.78 per night
$4,289.00
Cat: CB
$476.56 per night
$6,609.00
Cat: SUITE
$734.33 per night
More Pricing Information
Inside Outside
N/A $3,490.00
Cat: E
$387.78 per night
Balcony Suite
$4,289.00
Cat: CB
$476.56 per night
$6,609.00
Cat: SUITE
$734.33 per night
More Pricing Information
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Additional
Offers
Inside Outside Balcony Suite

9 Nights from $3,490.00 (USD) Per Person
Cabin Cat: E
March 23, 2025 7:00 PM
Cabin Cat: E
N/A
$3,490.00
USD
Cat: E
$387.78 per night
$4,289.00
USD
Cat: CB
$476.56 per night
$6,609.00
USD
Cat: SUITE
$734.33 per night

9 Nights from $3,410.00 (USD) Per Person
Cabin Cat: E
March 16, 2025 7:00 PM
Cabin Cat: E
N/A
$3,410.00
USD
Cat: E
$378.89 per night
$4,209.00
USD
Cat: CB
$467.67 per night
$6,529.00
USD
Cat: SUITE
$725.44 per night
Additional
Offers


Inside
N/A
N/A
Outside
$3,490.00
USD
Cat: E
$387.78 per night
$3,410.00
USD
Cat: E
$378.89 per night
Balcony
$4,289.00
USD
Cat: CB
$476.56 per night
$4,209.00
USD
Cat: CB
$467.67 per night
Suite
$6,609.00
USD
Cat: SUITE
$734.33 per night
$6,529.00
USD
Cat: SUITE
$725.44 per night

About AmaViola

Ship Overview
AmaViola
Brightly colored floral and geometric patterns from stateroom to Main Lounge immediately show you that the AmaViola is no ordinary river cruise ship. Twin balconies in most staterooms maximize your enjoyment as steeples and vineyards glide by. Mouthwatering cuisine worthy of La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs, an exclusive and internationally-renowned gastronomic society, is served from sunrise to sunset. There’s something symphonic about the flourish and style of The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant and the coordinated effort to serve each bold, beautiful and delicious course of the regionally-inspired tasting menu. Butterfly wallpaper in the hair salon highlights how you’ll emerge brand new while an inviting sun-deck pool with a swim-up bar refreshes your spirit. Plus, AmaViola inspires you to be the best version of yourself with a walking track, fitness room and fleet of onboard bikes to keep you happy and healthy during your cruise.
Ship Details
Ship's Registry
Switzerland
Year Built
2016
Ship Length
443 ft
Ship Beam
38 ft
Total Capacity
156
Crew Size
51
Laundromats
Number of Decks
4
Deck Plan Details
Cabin Categories
SUITE Suite - French Balcony & Outside Balcony $6,609.00 USD
AA Category AA - French Balcony & Outside Balcony $5,569.00 USD
AB Category AB - French Balcony & Outside Balcony $5,409.00 USD
BA Category BA - French Balcony & Outside Balcony $5,249.00 USD
BB Category BB - French Balcony & Outside Balcony $5,089.00 USD
CA Category CA - French Balcony $4,609.00 USD
CB Category CB - French Balcony $4,289.00 USD
D Category D - Fixed Windows $3,729.00 USD
E Category E - Fixed Windows $3,490.00 USD
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Legend Image for Staterooms can become adjoining by request. Staterooms can become adjoining by request.
Legend Image for Up to triple occupancy Up to triple occupancy
Deck plans are not yet available
Daily Options
AMAWaterways: Best of the Danube

Day 1
Budapest
Hotel check-in

Day 2
Budapest
“Hidden Budapest” tour

Day 3
Budapest
EMBARKATION

Day 4
Bratislava
Scenic cruising
Bratislava walking tour
OR “Tastes of Slovakia”
OR Bratislava Castle hike
OR Bike tour

Day 5
Wachau Valley
Scenic cruising

Melk
Melk Abbey visit

Day 6
Linz
“UNESCO City of Media Arts” walking tour
OR “Cultural Mile” bike tour
OR Full-day Salzburg city tour*
OR Full-day Ceský Krumlov excursion

Day 7
Vienna
Scenic cruising
“Imperial Vienna” carriage tour
OR Vienna by bike

Day 8
Vienna
Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens
OR Vienna Woods hike
Free time

Day 9
Budapest
Buda city tour
OR Castle Hill hike
Pest tour
Free time

Day 10
Budapest
DISEMBARKATION
Why River Cruise with AmaWaterways

Why River Cruise with AmaWaterways
THE HEART OF THE RIVER™

With over two decades of experience on the world’s rivers, our family-owned and operated company has remained focused on what we do best: providing our guests with innovative and unforgettable travel experiences. When you step aboard AmaWaterways, each day brings a genuine smile that warms the heart, every river a new culture that inspires, and each course a moment to savor and share.

UNPACK ONCE: A SEAMLESS EXPERIENCE
Step aboard and unpack once aboard one of our luxury ships that transport you from one destination to the next. With AmaWaterways, every day is a “see” day as we cruise through grand capitals and charming towns. Our ships dock near city centers, meaning you can step right off the ship and explore.

ALL EXCURSIONS INCLUDED – CHOOSE FROM UP TO EIGHT EACH DAY
AmaWaterways has curated a diverse menu of shore excursions included as part of your cruise fare. Our roster of options caters to a range of interest and activity levels, including tours for gentle and active walkers as well as late risers. Enjoy city tours, guided hikes, exhilarating bike rides, and tastings of local specialties—all on one itinerary!

AWARD-WINNING INCLUDED DINING EXPERIENCES
With membership in the internationally recognized La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs, and Tables et Auberges de France, AmaWaterways takes pride in preparing exquisite, regionally inspired cuisine using locally sourced ingredients. You can also enjoy complimentary hand-selected wines and local beers during every lunch and dinner on board.

THE LUXURY OF SPACE - FEWER GUESTS ON BOARD
Spacious and uncrowded, our award-winning fleet offers elegantly appointed staterooms and suites and welcomes fewer guests than many traditional river cruise ships. Our innovative AmaMagna offers enhanced personal space with more than 50% luxury suite accommodations as well as four unique dining venues, a chic onboard cinema and an expansive Zen Wellness Studio.

ENHANCE YOUR BEST SELF
Join our dedicated Wellness Hosts for complimentary small-group fitness classes on board your ship. For a gentler approach to wellness, we invite you to take a dip in the sun-deck pool or indulge in a spa treatment. Healthy cuisine prepared with seasonal ingredients is always available, as are vegetarian, gluten-free and low-sodium choices.

UNPARALLELED PERSONALIZED SERVICE
Our extraordinary Cruise Managers and crew continuously go above and beyond to enhance the onboard experience, surprising and delighting our guests with thoughtful details, getting to know you personally and anticipating your needs before you ever have to ask. Our people are the main reason more guests return to cruise with us than with any other river cruise line - a testament to their passion and unrivaled service.

EXTRAORDINARY CRUISE MANAGERS
AmaWaterways’ extraordinary Cruise Managers are the best in the industry: destination experts with extensive experience in providing exceptional levels of personalized service. Warm-hearted, genuine and knowledgeable, they are there for you every step of your journey, including during our optional land packages before and after your river cruise.

LEADERS IN INNOVATION
Continuously innovating the river cruise experience, we were the first to offer twin-balcony staterooms, complimentary bikes, a full-sized pickleball court, and a complimentary multi-course specialty restaurant, The Chef's Table. As industry leaders, we work to minimize our impact on the world’s rivers, reducing single-use plastics across our fleet and installing solar panels on AmaMagna.

STAY CONNECTED
Stay in touch with our high-quality complimentary Wi-Fi, available on board throughout our fleet. In addition, our easy-to-use myAmaCruise app allows you view and share an interactive map that follows your river cruise itinerary, share photos with friends and family, learn about each port of call, find available excursions and even access your electronic travel documents.

Ship Overview
Ship Overview
AmaViola
Brightly colored floral and geometric patterns from stateroom to Main Lounge immediately show you that the AmaViola is no ordinary river cruise ship. Twin balconies in most staterooms maximize your enjoyment as steeples and vineyards glide by. Mouthwatering cuisine worthy of La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs, an exclusive and internationally-renowned gastronomic society, is served from sunrise to sunset. There’s something symphonic about the flourish and style of The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant and the coordinated effort to serve each bold, beautiful and delicious course of the regionally-inspired tasting menu. Butterfly wallpaper in the hair salon highlights how you’ll emerge brand new while an inviting sun-deck pool with a swim-up bar refreshes your spirit. Plus, AmaViola inspires you to be the best version of yourself with a walking track, fitness room and fleet of onboard bikes to keep you happy and healthy during your cruise.
Ship Details
Ship's Registry
Switzerland
Year Built
2016
Ship Length
443 ft
Ship Beam
38 ft
Total Capacity
156
Crew Size
51
Laundromats
Number of Decks
4
Deck Plan Details
Cabin Categories
SUITE Suite - French Balcony & Outside Balcony $6,609.00 USD
AA Category AA - French Balcony & Outside Balcony $5,569.00 USD
AB Category AB - French Balcony & Outside Balcony $5,409.00 USD
BA Category BA - French Balcony & Outside Balcony $5,249.00 USD
BB Category BB - French Balcony & Outside Balcony $5,089.00 USD
CA Category CA - French Balcony $4,609.00 USD
CB Category CB - French Balcony $4,289.00 USD
D Category D - Fixed Windows $3,729.00 USD
E Category E - Fixed Windows $3,490.00 USD
Symbol Legend
Legend Image for Staterooms can become adjoining by request. Staterooms can become adjoining by request.
Legend Image for Up to triple occupancy Up to triple occupancy
Deck plans are not yet available
AMAWaterways: Best of the Danube

Day 1
Budapest
Hotel check-in

Day 2
Budapest
“Hidden Budapest” tour

Day 3
Budapest
EMBARKATION

Day 4
Bratislava
Scenic cruising
Bratislava walking tour
OR “Tastes of Slovakia”
OR Bratislava Castle hike
OR Bike tour

Day 5
Wachau Valley
Scenic cruising

Melk
Melk Abbey visit

Day 6
Linz
“UNESCO City of Media Arts” walking tour
OR “Cultural Mile” bike tour
OR Full-day Salzburg city tour*
OR Full-day Ceský Krumlov excursion

Day 7
Vienna
Scenic cruising
“Imperial Vienna” carriage tour
OR Vienna by bike

Day 8
Vienna
Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens
OR Vienna Woods hike
Free time

Day 9
Budapest
Buda city tour
OR Castle Hill hike
Pest tour
Free time

Day 10
Budapest
DISEMBARKATION

Why River Cruise with AmaWaterways
THE HEART OF THE RIVER™

With over two decades of experience on the world’s rivers, our family-owned and operated company has remained focused on what we do best: providing our guests with innovative and unforgettable travel experiences. When you step aboard AmaWaterways, each day brings a genuine smile that warms the heart, every river a new culture that inspires, and each course a moment to savor and share.

UNPACK ONCE: A SEAMLESS EXPERIENCE
Step aboard and unpack once aboard one of our luxury ships that transport you from one destination to the next. With AmaWaterways, every day is a “see” day as we cruise through grand capitals and charming towns. Our ships dock near city centers, meaning you can step right off the ship and explore.

ALL EXCURSIONS INCLUDED – CHOOSE FROM UP TO EIGHT EACH DAY
AmaWaterways has curated a diverse menu of shore excursions included as part of your cruise fare. Our roster of options caters to a range of interest and activity levels, including tours for gentle and active walkers as well as late risers. Enjoy city tours, guided hikes, exhilarating bike rides, and tastings of local specialties—all on one itinerary!

AWARD-WINNING INCLUDED DINING EXPERIENCES
With membership in the internationally recognized La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs, and Tables et Auberges de France, AmaWaterways takes pride in preparing exquisite, regionally inspired cuisine using locally sourced ingredients. You can also enjoy complimentary hand-selected wines and local beers during every lunch and dinner on board.

THE LUXURY OF SPACE - FEWER GUESTS ON BOARD
Spacious and uncrowded, our award-winning fleet offers elegantly appointed staterooms and suites and welcomes fewer guests than many traditional river cruise ships. Our innovative AmaMagna offers enhanced personal space with more than 50% luxury suite accommodations as well as four unique dining venues, a chic onboard cinema and an expansive Zen Wellness Studio.

ENHANCE YOUR BEST SELF
Join our dedicated Wellness Hosts for complimentary small-group fitness classes on board your ship. For a gentler approach to wellness, we invite you to take a dip in the sun-deck pool or indulge in a spa treatment. Healthy cuisine prepared with seasonal ingredients is always available, as are vegetarian, gluten-free and low-sodium choices.

UNPARALLELED PERSONALIZED SERVICE
Our extraordinary Cruise Managers and crew continuously go above and beyond to enhance the onboard experience, surprising and delighting our guests with thoughtful details, getting to know you personally and anticipating your needs before you ever have to ask. Our people are the main reason more guests return to cruise with us than with any other river cruise line - a testament to their passion and unrivaled service.

EXTRAORDINARY CRUISE MANAGERS
AmaWaterways’ extraordinary Cruise Managers are the best in the industry: destination experts with extensive experience in providing exceptional levels of personalized service. Warm-hearted, genuine and knowledgeable, they are there for you every step of your journey, including during our optional land packages before and after your river cruise.

LEADERS IN INNOVATION
Continuously innovating the river cruise experience, we were the first to offer twin-balcony staterooms, complimentary bikes, a full-sized pickleball court, and a complimentary multi-course specialty restaurant, The Chef's Table. As industry leaders, we work to minimize our impact on the world’s rivers, reducing single-use plastics across our fleet and installing solar panels on AmaMagna.

STAY CONNECTED
Stay in touch with our high-quality complimentary Wi-Fi, available on board throughout our fleet. In addition, our easy-to-use myAmaCruise app allows you view and share an interactive map that follows your river cruise itinerary, share photos with friends and family, learn about each port of call, find available excursions and even access your electronic travel documents.

About AmaWaterways
AmaWaterways logo

Family-owned and operated for 22 years, AmaWaterways offers unparalleled river cruise experiences with 29 custom-designed ships sailing Europe’s major rivers; Southeast Asia’s Mekong River; Africa’s Chobe River; Egypt’s Nile River and Colombia’s Magdalena River (2025). Co-founded by pioneering river cruise executives Rudi Schreiner, Kristin Karst and Jimmy Murphy, the company is renowned for its warm and welcoming crew; innovative and sustainable?ship design; wellness activities (including a wide choice of included small group shore excursions featuring biking and hiking options); and award-winning, locally sourced cuisine paired with complimentary fine wine. Modern, spacious and tastefully decorated, most AmaWaterways ships welcome an average of just 150 guests and feature onboard amenities such as a stunning Main Lounge, specialty Chef’s Table restaurant, hair and massage salons, Sun Deck walking track and heated outdoor swimming pools with swim-up bars. AmaWaterways leads the river cruise industry in innovation, highlighted by the launch of the revolutionary AmaMagna. The company also offers a variety of themed sailings and brand relationships, with sailings geared towards active travelers and families, as well as group and charter options.

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About AmaWaterways

Family-owned and operated for 22 years, AmaWaterways offers unparalleled river cruise experiences with 29 custom-designed ships sailing Europe’s major rivers; Southeast Asia’s Mekong River; Africa’s Chobe River; Egypt’s Nile River and Colombia’s Magdalena River (2025). Co-founded by pioneering river cruise executives Rudi Schreiner, Kristin Karst and Jimmy Murphy, the company is renowned for its warm and welcoming crew; innovative and sustainable?ship design; wellness activities (including a wide choice of included small group shore excursions featuring biking and hiking options); and award-winning, locally sourced cuisine paired with complimentary fine wine. Modern, spacious and tastefully decorated, most AmaWaterways ships welcome an average of just 150 guests and feature onboard amenities such as a stunning Main Lounge, specialty Chef’s Table restaurant, hair and massage salons, Sun Deck walking track and heated outdoor swimming pools with swim-up bars. AmaWaterways leads the river cruise industry in innovation, highlighted by the launch of the revolutionary AmaMagna. The company also offers a variety of themed sailings and brand relationships, with sailings geared towards active travelers and families, as well as group and charter options.

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Prices are per-person based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted.