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20 Night Grand Danube and Land Tour

From Munich to Bucharest
  • ms AmaVerde
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AmaVerde

AMA Waterways
4 Stars
  • Cruise #: 13960503
  • Departs: Mon, Jul 28, 2025
  • Returns: Fri, Aug 15, 2025
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    Itinerary Summary

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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Saturday - Jul 26, 2025
    Day
    1
    Munich, Germany
    • Munich, Germany
    Arrive in Munich and check into your hotel.

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    Sunday - Jul 27, 2025
    Day
    2
    Munich, Germany
    • Munich, Germany
    This morning you will tour Munich, the capital of Bavaria and one of Germany's largest cities, as well as the undisputed beer capital of the world. Enjoy a walking tour of the Old Town through the city ending at the famous Glockenspiel, with its 43 bells and 32 life-size figures that portray historic scenes, such as a wedding celebration. You will also see Frauenkirche, the "Cathedral of Our Dear Lady". Later in the day, do like the Bavarians do, and go to a Bavarian beer hall for the famous beer and pretzels. This is the cradle of Bavarian tavern culture, and the origin of traditional "gemutlichkeit" and hospitality. (B) ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Monday - Jul 28, 2025
    Day
    3
    Munich, Germany
    • Munich, Germany
    • Bus Travel

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Day 3 - Monday - Jul 28, 2025
    Day
    3
    Cruise Begins
    • Cruise Begins
    • Vilshofen, Germany
    Check out of your hotel and transfer to Vilshofen where you will board your luxury ship. Later in the day, attend an exclusive Oktoberfest celebration with traditional beer and Bavarian folk music and dancing. (B,D)
    • Vilshofen, Germany
    Board the ship in Vilshofen for your Grand Danube cruise. In the evening, be treated to a festive Oktoberfest celebration - an AmaWaterways exclusive. (D)
    Tuesday - Jul 29, 2025
    Day
    4
    Vilshofen, Germany
    • Vilshofen, Germany
    • Passau, Germany
    Enjoy a free morning to walk around the quaint village of Vilshofen. Later, cruise to Passau, where you have the option of exploring it one of three ways. Take a walking tour and marvel at Gothic and Italian Baroque architecture and St. Stephan's Cathedral. Or, choose between a guided bike tour along the Inn River or a guided hike up to the Veste Oberhaus fortress. (B,L,D) ...
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    Wednesday - Jul 30, 2025
    Day
    5
    Linz, Germany
    • Linz, Germany
    • Bus Travel
    • Mondsee, Austria, Austria
    • Bus Travel
    • Salzburg, Austria
    • Bus Travel
    • Linz, Germany
    The ship arrives in Linz where you'll have several choices of excursions. Opt for a full-day excursion to Salzburg where you'll tour the historic center, Mirabell Gardens, Residenz Square, and the Old Market. En route to Salzburg, stop at Mondsee, home of the Basilica of St. Michael. Or join a morning walking tour through the old city center of Linz and by the Mozart House; or go on a bike tour of the city's famed "Cultural Mile" and the Danube. Alternatively, you can visit the charming mountain town of Cesky Krumlov, a guest favorite located just over the Czech-Austrian border, on a full-day excursion. (B,L,D) ...
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    Thursday - Jul 31, 2025
    Day
    6
    Weissenkirchen, Austria
    • Weissenkirchen, Austria
    • Bus Travel
    • Durnstein, Austria
    • Bus Travel
    • Melk, Austria
    • Bus Travel
    • Weissenkirchen, Austria
    Head up to the Sun Deck for panoramic views as you unwind with a scenic cruise through the Strudengau and UNESCO World Heritage-designated Wachau Valley. After reaching Weissenkirchen, you'll be treated to several choices of excursions. Take a walking tour of Durnstein before visiting the UNESCO World Heritage-designated Melk Abbey. Or hike the trail up to the ruins of Durnstein Fortress, where Richard the Lionheart was once held captive, and where you'll find spectacular views of the valley, river, and village below. You can also choose to cycle through the Wachau Valley on a guided bike tour. For a more culinary-focused experience, sample special apricot treats from a local boutique. In the evening, enjoy a wine tasting hosted by a local vintner. (B,L,D) ...
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    Friday - Aug 1, 2025
    Day
    7
    Vienna, Austria
    • Vienna, Austria
    The "City of Waltzes" is a treasure trove 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 the UNESCO-designated historic city center and visit St. Stephen's Cathedral. For a more active exploration, take a guided bike ride through Vienna. During the afternoon, enjoy leisure time exploring this iconic city even more. (B,L,D) ...
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    Saturday - Aug 2, 2025
    Day
    8
    Bratislava, Slovakia
    • Bratislava, Slovakia
    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 up to Bratislava Castle, offering magnificent views of the city. (B,L,D) ...
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    Sunday - Aug 3, 2025
    Day
    9
    Budapest, Hungary
    • Budapest, Hungary
    You cannot help but fall in love with Budapest, known as the "Queen of the Danube". Your city tour begins with a visit to the Great Market Hall. The remainder of this tour takes you to both the Buda (hilly) and the Pest (flat) sides of the river. Alternatively, hike up to Castle Hill for breathtaking views of the city. (B,L,D) ...
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    Monday - Aug 4, 2025
    Day
    10
    Budapest, Hungary
    • Budapest, Hungary
    • Bus Travel
    • Godollo, Hungary
    • Bus Travel
    • Puszta Cultural Experience, Hungary
    • Bus Travel
    • Budapest, Hungary
    Visit the 19th-century Godollo Palace with its royal stables and Baroque theater, followed by lunch at Godollo Restaurant. Afterward, head for Puszta, the vast flat Great Hungarian Plain where you will tour a genuine Hungarian csarda (farm) run by the carriage-driving world champions Lazar brothers. Following the tour, witness a unique, unforgettable performance of Hungarian horsemanship, a tradition that goes back to the hordes of Magyar tribes conquering Hungary in the 9th century. (B,L,D) ...
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    Tuesday - Aug 5, 2025
    Day
    11
    • Mohacs, Hungary
    • Bus Travel
    • Pecs, Hungary
    • Bus Travel
    • Mohacs, Hungary
    Welcome to Pecs, founded more than 2,000 years ago by the Romans. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage-designated Christian Necropolis; St. Peter's Basilica, the city's main Catholic cathedral along with its catacombs; and Szechenyi Square, the heart of Old Town Pecs. You will also see the Mosque of Pasha Qasim the Victorious, one of the symbols of the city. Or choose a guided bike tour through Mohacs. For wine connoisseurs, you'll want to go instead to the Szekszard wine region, one of the oldest red-wine-growing areas in Hungary, established more than 2,000 years ago. (B,L,D) ...
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    Wednesday - Aug 6, 2025
    Day
    12
    Vukovar, Croatia
    • Vukovar, Croatia
    Enjoy your morning in Vukovar on a guided city tour where you may visit sites such as Eltz Manor House and Vukovar's famous water tower. Alternatively, you may see Osijek on a guided tour. For those looking for a more active experience, you may explore Vukovar on an active bike tour. In the afternoon, enjoy a Croatian wine tasting and tour in the Old Cellars, famous for their Grasevina, Traminac, and Frankovka wines. You can also choose to explore the Vucedol Museum, home to fascinating exhibits on prehistoric culture and one of the most important archeological sites in Europe. (B,L,D) ...
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    Thursday - Aug 7, 2025
    Day
    13
    Belgrade, Serbia
    • Belgrade, Serbia
    Explore Serbia's capital, Belgrade, on a city tour that includes the Kalemegdan Fortress and the Serbian Orthodox Temple of St. Sava. Or, hike to the well-preserved Belgrade Fortress. In the afternoon, enjoy a taste of the region by sampling a few types of Serbian brandy including 'slivovitz', which was added in 2022 to UNESCO's list of "Intangible Cultural Heritage", paired with delicious local appetizers. For those wishing a more active adventure, join a guided bike tour. (B,L,D) ...
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    Friday - Aug 8, 2025
    Day
    14
    Iron Gates
    • Iron Gates
    The Iron Gates are some of Europe's most awe-inspiring natural wonders. The Danube narrows as it winds through a series of magnificent gorges between the Carpathian and Balkan mountains. Visit also Golubac Fortress - one of the best preserved medieval fortresses in Europe and enjoy a tasting of locally sourced delicacies. (B,L,D) ...
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    Saturday - Aug 9, 2025
    Day
    15
    • Vidin, Bulgaria
    Explore Vidin, one of Bulgaria's oldest cities, and surrounding areas with a choice of excursions. Discover Baba Vida Fortress, the largest preserved medieval castle in Bulgaria. Alternatively, visit a local home for a demonstration of traditional Bulgarian yogurt and banitsa, a pastry you will also get to make. You also have the choice to bike through Vidin and to the castle. (B,L,D) ...
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    Sunday - Aug 10, 2025
    Day
    16
    Rousse, Bulgaria
    • Rousse, Bulgaria
    • Bus Travel
    • Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria
    • Bus Travel
    • Rousse, Bulgaria
    • Giurgiu, Romania
    Visit Bulgaria's ancient capital, Veliko Tarnovo, with its medieval fortress and multiple Orthodox temples. You can opt instead to go to Rousse, known for its 19th- and 20th-century Neo-Baroque and Neo-Rococo architecture, and then afterwards visit the UNESCO World Heritage-designated Rock-hewn Churches of Ivanovo with frescos revealing exceptional artistry of 14th-century paintings. Alternatively, you may opt to travel through the Romanian countryside to the capital of Bucharest, known as the "Little Paris of the East". Enjoy a panoramic tour of the historic city center and its elegant architecture, followed by a visit to the Palace of the Parliament, the second-largest administrative building in the world. (B,L,D) ...
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    Monday - Aug 11, 2025
    Day
    17
    Giurgiu, Romania
    • Giurgiu, Romania
    Disembark the ship and bid farewell to Giurgiu as you prepare for your flight home. (B)
    • Giurgiu, Romania
    • Cruise Ends

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Day 17 - Monday - Aug 11, 2025
    Day
    17
    • Bus Travel
    • Bran Castle, Romania
    • Bus Travel
    • Brasov, Romania
    Disembark the ship in Giurgiu and continue to the legendary region of Transylvania, a place deeply rooted in myth and history. Arrive in the quaint mountain town of Bran where you will have lunch and visit the famous Bran Castle, otherwise known as Dracula's Castle. After your tour of Bran Castle, you will continue to Brasov. Considered the heart of Romania and surrounded by the beautiful Southern Carpathians, Brasov is one of the most visited cities in Romania. (B) ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Tuesday - Aug 12, 2025
    Day
    18
    Brasov, Romania
    • Brasov, Romania
    • Bus Travel
    • Sighisoara, Romania
    • Bus Travel
    • Brasov, Romania
    Enjoy a walking tour around Brasov. Afterward, Dracula lovers will be in for another treat with an excursion to Sighisoara, birthplace to Transylvania's most notorious ruler, Vlad Tepes, also known as Vlad the Impaler or Dracula. It's hard to believe that this perfectly preserved UNESCO World Heritage-designated town filled with resplendent pastel-colored buildings, stone lanes, medieval towers, and pedestrian-friendly Old Town was Vlad's place of birth. His home is still here, marked with a placard; however, today it houses a kitschy restaurant called "Casa Dracula". Considered the heart of Romania and surrounded by the beautiful Southern Carpathians, Brasov is one of the most visited cities in Romania. After returning from your excursion to Sighisoara you will enjoy a walk through history as you take a tour of Brasov's Old Town before ending at your hotel. (B) ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Wednesday - Aug 13, 2025
    Day
    19
    Brasov, Romania
    • Brasov, Romania
    • Bus Travel
    • Sinaia, Romania
    • Bus Travel
    • Bucharest, Romania
    En route to Bucharest, you'll visit the quaint mountain town of Sinaia. While in Sinaia you will visit Peles Castle. Peles Castle is considered by many to be one of the most stunning castles in Europe and a masterpiece of German new-Renaissance with 160 rooms filled with priceless European art. After your tour of Peles Castle you will depart for Romania's capital city of Bucharest. (B) ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Thursday - Aug 14, 2025
    Day
    20
    Bucharest, Romania
    • Bucharest, Romania
    Bucharest, Romania's capital, has earned its nickname, the "Little Paris of the East", with its wide boulevards and Arc de Triomphe. This morning, enjoy a visit to the city's most impressive sites-including the historic city center and the Palace of the Parliament, second only to the Pentagon as the largest administrative building in the world. Alternatively, you can set out on a walking tour through the historic old town of Bucharest. You will observe the many changes this capital city has experienced through a mixture of architectural styles and cultural influences. Bucharest's eclectic architecture is a mix of historical, neo-classical, communist-era, and modern buildings. Your guided tour will take you through the old town and show you the most popular places in Bucharest while hearing stories of its history and getting local insights for shopping and dining opportunities. The afternoon is free for you to explore the city on your own. (B) ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Friday - Aug 15, 2025
    Day
    21
    Bucharest, Romania
    • Bucharest, Romania
    Bid farewell to Bucharest as you prepare for your flight home. (B)
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