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7 Night Gems of Southeast Europe (Wine Cruise) Cruise from Budapest

Ship: AmaVerde
Cruise Line: AMA Waterways
Sailed:  Monday, Aug 5, 2024 from Budapest, Hungary
Ended: Monday, Aug 12, 2024
The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Monday, Aug 5, 2024 departure of the AmaVerde. If AMA Waterways modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing , the modified schedule would not be reflected here.
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Day by Day Summary and Map

Day 1 - Monday - Aug 5, 2024
Budapest, Hungary
Budapest, Hungary      
Board the ship for your Gems of Southeast Europe cruise. (D)
Day 2 - Tuesday - Aug 6, 2024
Mohacs, Hungary      
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Pecs, Hungary      
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Mohacs, Hungary      
Enjoy a scenic morning cruise to Mohacs. You'll then visit Pecs, founded more than 2,000 years ago by the Romans. Visit the UNESCO-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 for wine connoisseurs, you'll want to go 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)
Day 3 - Wednesday - Aug 7, 2024
Vukovar, Croatia
Vukovar, Croatia      
Novi Sad, Serbia      
Vukovar is a Croatian symbol of resistance, which you'll better understand on your city tour showcasing the Ovcara Memorial and Eltz Manor House. Alternatively, choose a wine tasting in Ilok, a center of wine production since Roman times, where you'll sample its famous Grasevina, Traminac, and Frankovka wines. Back onboard, cruise to Novi Sad, sometimes called the "Serbian Athens". Discover Novi Sad on a walking tour to Dunavski Park and through Stari Grad, the Old Town center. During the evening, visit Petrovaradin Fortress, a mighty stronghold no enemy has ever breached. (B,L,D)
Day 4 - Thursday - Aug 8, 2024
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. Alternatively, you can hike to 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)
Day 5 - Friday - Aug 9, 2024
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)
Day 6 - Saturday - Aug 10, 2024
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)
Day 7 - Sunday - Aug 11, 2024
Rousse, Bulgaria
Rousse, Bulgaria      
Bus Travel      
Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria      
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Rousse, Bulgaria      
Giurgiu, Romania      
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Bucharest, Romania      
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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. Later in the day, 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. (B,L,D)
Day 8 - Monday - Aug 12, 2024
Giurgiu, Romania
Giurgiu, Romania      
Bid farewell to Giurgiu as you prepare for your flight home. (B)