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7 Night Melodies of the Danube Cruise from Budapest

Ship: AmaSonata
Cruise Line: AMA Waterways
Sailed:  Friday, Oct 28, 2022 from Budapest, Hungary
Ended: Friday, Nov 4, 2022
The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Friday, Oct 28, 2022 departure of the AmaSonata. 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 - Friday - Oct 28, 2022
Budapest, Hungary
Budapest, Hungary      
Arrive in Budapest and board your luxurious river cruise ship. During the evening, be treated to a special Illuminations cruise past the capital's glittering riverfront. (D)
Day 2 - Saturday - Oct 29, 2022
Budapest, Hungary
Budapest, Hungary      
Budapest offers an unmatched combination of culture, tradition, and even a secret labyrinth of caves under the city. Your city tour begins with a visit to the Great Market Hall before going to both the Buda (hilly) and the Pest (flat) sides of the river. You'll see Heroes' Square and Castle Hill, home to the Fisherman's Bastion and Matthias Church. As an alternative, you can hike up to Castle Hill for breathtaking views of the city below. (B,L,D)
Day 3 - Sunday - Oct 30, 2022
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); Please Note: Wine Cruise itineraries are modified and will not visit Bratislava. Instead of visiting Bratislava, guests will enjoy visiting the charming winemaking town of Gobelsburg.
Day 4 - Monday - Oct 31, 2022
Vienna, Austria
Vienna, Austria      
The "City of Waltzes" offers a wealth of gems 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 Vienna's historic city center and then visit St. Stephen's Cathedral, or discover Vienna by bike. During the afternoon, enjoy leisure time to further explore this iconic city. (B,L,D)
Day 5 - Tuesday - Nov 1, 2022
Weissenkirchen, Austria
Weissenkirchen, Austria      
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Durnstein, Austria      
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Melk, Austria      
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Weissenkirchen, Austria      
Grein, Austria      
After reaching Weissenkirchen, you'll be treated to several choices of excursions. Take a walking tour of Durnstein before visiting the UNESCO-designated Melk Abbey. Or opt for a walking tour of Weissenkirchen followed by an abbey visit. For a more culinary-focused experience, join a walking tour in Durnstein, then enjoy a wine tasting hosted by a local vintner and sample special apricot treats from a local boutique. If you prefer a more active adventure, join a guided bike tour to Melk or hike up to the fortress where Richard the Lionheart was once held. Later in the day, sail through the Strudengau Valley to medieval Grein for an exclusive visit to the more than 500-year-old Greinburg Castle, looming regally from above. While here, enjoy a folklore show and wine reception. (B,L,D)
Day 6 - Wednesday - Nov 2, 2022
Linz, Germany
Linz, Germany      
The ship arrives in Linz where you can opt for a full-day excursion to Salzburg and tour the historic center, Mirabell Gardens, Residenz Square, and the Old Market. En route to Salzburg, stop at Mondsee, home of the Basilica St. Michael. Or, join a walking tour through the old city center of Linz and by the Mozart House; or bike along the city's famed "Cultural Mile" and the Danube. Later in the day, visit the charming Czech mountain town of Cesky Krumlov. (B,L,D)
Day 7 - Thursday - Nov 3, 2022
Passau, Germany
Passau, Germany      
Vilshofen, Germany      
Discover the city of Passau in one of three ways. Enjoy 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 Danube River, or a guided hike up to the Veste Oberhaus fortress. Later, cruise to Vilshofen, where you will be treated to a festive Oktoberfest celebration-an AmaWaterways exclusive. (B,L,D)
Day 8 - Friday - Nov 4, 2022
Vilshofen, Germany
Vilshofen, Germany      
Bid farewell to Vilshofen and prepare for your flight home. (B)