CHRISTMAS MARKETS ON THE DANUBE, RIVER CRUISE, AMAWATERWAYS

Mary-Gail Durst
Jun 19
2 min read

7-Night Cruise With 2-Nights Budapest Pre-Cruise, 3 Nights Prague Post-Cruise

Cruise From: Budapest to Vilshofen

Experience timeless holiday traditions and elegant pageantry in five countries—Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic. Let iconic capital cities—Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna and Prague—decked in holiday finery with glittering Christmas trees illuminated by thousands of lights, bells pealing from cathedral towers and children dressed as angels singing Christmas carols, dazzle you. Wander the stalls of Europe’s most traditional and enchanting Christmas Markets, including Regensburg (as part of the motor coach transfer journey to Prague) and Salzburg, shopping for handcrafted toys and gifts, sipping hot mulled wine and inhaling the fragrance of gingerbread and roasted chestnuts. Cherish all the glory and magic of the season in grand European style as you cruise along the Danube during this festive time of the year.

On these river cruises, you will enjoy an extensive lineup of included tours. In many cases, you will have a choice of excursions, such as standard tours, bike tours, hikes and Special Interest Tours. We always include a large variety of activities so that you can choose how you want to explore. No matter your preference, your days will be full of discovery and wonder.

COUNTRIES: Austria, Germany, Hungary, Slovakia

RIVERS: Danube

Included with your river cruise:

SPACIOUS STATEROOMS

7 nights deluxe cruise accommodation in an outside stateroom
Life enriching tours and excursions daily
Entertainment on demand in all staterooms featuring free high-speed Internet access, hit Hollywood movies, extensive music library and English language TV stations
Bottled water replenished daily
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.
Complimentary Wi-Fi access on board
Terry bathrobes and white-on-white plush bedding
Fine dining with all meals included during your cruise
Multiple dining venues on select vessels
Free-flowing red & white wines from Europe's great wine regions, beer & soft drinks with every lunch and dinner on board
Bottled water in every stateroom replenished daily
Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner & Captain's Gala Dinner

AWARD-WINNING DINING

Special highlights including lectures, cooking demonstration, onboard music performances and piano music
Bicycles to explore on your own & guided bicycle tours
Services of professional Cruise Manager
All English language on board in a non-smoking environment (smoking permitted only on the Sun Deck)
Transfers between hotel and ship are included with the purchase of cruise and land package; airport transfers are included with the purchase of airfare from AmaWaterways
All local taxes
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