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7 Night Gems of Southeast Europe (Wine)

From Budapest to Giurgiu

AmaVerde

AMA Waterways
4 Stars
  • Cruise #: 13914336
  • Departs: Mon, Apr 13, 2026
  • Returns: Mon, Apr 20, 2026
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    Itinerary Summary

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    Monday - Apr 13, 2026
    Day
    1
    Budapest, Hungary
    • Budapest, Hungary
    Board the ship for your Gems of Southeast Europe Christmas cruise. (D)
    Tuesday - Apr 14, 2026
    Day
    2
    • Mohacs, Hungary
    • Bus Travel
    • Pecs, Hungary
    • Bus Travel
    • Mohacs, Hungary
    Enjoy a scenic morning cruise to Mohacs. In the afternoon, you can visit 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. You'll also have the opportunity to visit the delightful Pecs Christmas market with its sparkling Christmas tree in front of Town Hall. Alternatively, you can travel to the Szekszard wine region, one of the oldest red-wine-growing areas in Hungary, established more than 2,000 years ago. You may also take an exhilarating guided bike tour around Mohacs. (B,L,D) ...
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    Wednesday - Apr 15, 2026
    Day
    3
    Vukovar, Croatia
    • Vukovar, Croatia
    Discover Novi Sad, the "Serbian Athens", on a full-day walking tour to Dunavski Park; through Stari Grad, the Old Town center; and the Petrovaradin Fortress, originally built to defend against the Ottoman Turks, but now home to summertime festivals and beautiful views of the Danube below. Alternatively, explore this historic Croatian city of Vukovar on a city tour showcasing the Ovcara Memorial and Eltz Manor House. For a more active excursion, enjoy a guided bike tour of Vukovar. In the afternoon, wine connoisseurs will want to travel to Ilok, a center of wine production since Roman times. Here, you can sample the region's famous Grasevina, Traminac, and Frankovka wines. (B,L,D) ...
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    Thursday - Apr 16, 2026
    Day
    4
    Belgrade, Serbia
    • Belgrade, Serbia
    Explore Serbia's capital, Belgrade, on a city tour, which includes the Nikola Tesla Museum, encompassing the world-renowned inventor's life and inventions, as well as the Kalemegdan Fortress and the Serbian Orthodox Cathedral of St. Sava, the largest such church in the world. You'll have time to explore Belgrade's Winter Fest where the main square brims with holiday delights with colorful Christmas market stalls, an ice-skating rink, concerts and more. Alternatively, you can hike to Belgrade Fortress. Later in the day, enjoy a taste of the region by sampling Serbian brandy, slivovitz, and delicious local delights at the Quburich Distillery. For those wishing a more active adventure, join a guided bike tour. (B,L,D) ...
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    Friday - Apr 17, 2026
    Day
    5
    Golubac Fortress, Serbia
    • Golubac Fortress, Serbia
    • Iron Gates
    Visit Golubac Fortress - a medieval fortified town on the south side of the Danube River - before cruising through the Iron Gates. The Iron Gates is one 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, forming a natural border between Serbia and Romania. The ancient King Decebalus, the last king of Dacia, is proudly carved into the mountainside and always captivates travelers. (B,L,D) ...
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    Saturday - Apr 18, 2026
    Day
    6
    • 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, then explore Vidin on a guided walking tour, where you will also have the opportunity to visit the city's Christmas market. For a taste of local cuisine, visit a local home for a demonstration of traditional Bulgarian yogurt and banitsa, a pastry you will also get to make. Alternatively, you can bike through Vidin or enjoy a wine tasting at a local boutique winery. (B,L,D) ...
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    Sunday - Apr 19, 2026
    Day
    7
    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. Enjoy the magic of the holidays when learning about the Bulgarian traditions and folklore during Christmastime. 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. Or 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. You'll have the opportunity to enjoy the Bucharest Christmas market, shining bright in festive holiday lights, in front of the Palace of the Parliament. (B,L,D) ...
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    Monday - Apr 20, 2026
    Day
    8
    Giurgiu, Romania
    • Giurgiu, Romania
    Bid farewell to Giurgiu as you prepare for your flight home. (B)


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