Danube River Cruise

A Journey Through the Heart of Europe

  • MunichBedrooms
  • 2+Bathrooms
  • 10 Days / 9 NightsArea

Overview

Sail Europe's legendary Romantic Danube route aboard the award-winning AmaSonata. From Munich's historic elegance to Budapest's grand boulevards, this river cruise takes you through Passau, Linz, Vienna, Bratislava, and beyond — with guided excursions, Michelin-quality dining, and twin-balcony staterooms throughout.

Trip Highlights

  • Exclusive Oktoberfest celebration onboard

  • Guided tours of Vienna's Imperial Palace and Opera House

  • Walking tour of Bratislava's Coronation City

  • Budapest Castle District and Fisherman's Bastion

  • Twin-balcony staterooms on AmaSonata

  • Included bike and hiking tour options

  • 5-star dining at The Chef's Table specialty restaurant

  • Pre-cruise night at Sofitel Munich Bayerpost

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Depart from Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) on United Airlines flight UA 953 at 6:00 PM.

Meals Included

Accommodation

Arrive at Munich Airport at 9:40 AM. Private transfer to hotel. Check in at Sofitel Munich Bayerpost — a contemporary luxury hotel in the historic Bavarian Royal Post Office building.

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Sofitel Munich Bayerpost

Check out from hotel. Transfer to Vilshofen to embark on the AmaSonata. Attend an exclusive Oktoberfest celebration with traditional beer and Bavarian folk music.

Meals Included

Dinner

Accommodation

AmaSonata

Cruise to Passau, the “City of Three Rivers.” Join a walking tour, hike to Veste Oberhaus castle, or take a River Inn bike tour.

Meals Included

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation

AmaSonata

Arrive in Linz, Austria. Choose from a full-day excursion to Salzburg with Mirabell Gardens and the Sound of Music filming sites, a visit to Český Krumlov, or a walking tour of Linz city center.

Meals Included

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation

AmaSonata

Cruise through the scenic Wachau Valley to Weissenkirchen, one of Austria’s most picturesque wine villages.

Meals Included

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation

AmaSonata

Arrive in Vienna, the “City of Waltzes.” Tour the majestic Opera House, former Imperial Palace, and St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Optional guided bike ride through the city. Afternoon at leisure.

Meals Included

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation

AmaSonata

Cruise to Bratislava, Slovakia’s “Coronation City of Kings.” Join a walking tour, a Tastes of Slovakia culinary tour, or hike up to Bratislava Castle for panoramic city views.

Meals Included

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation

AmaSonata

Visit both Buda and Pest sides of the city. Tour the Castle District, Fisherman’s Bastion, Matthias Church, Hungarian Parliament Building, and Heroes’ Square.

Meals Included

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation

AmaSonata

Disembark and transfer to Budapest Airport for your return flight home.

Meals Included

Breakfast

Accommodation

What's Included

  • 9 nights aboard AmaSonata

  • 1 pre-cruise hotel night in Munich

  • All onboard meals

  • Guided shore excursions daily

  • Bike and hiking tours

  • Welcome Oktoberfest celebration

  • Private airport and hotel transfers

  • Entertainment and enrichment programs

Not Included

  • International flights

  • Travel insurance

  • Personal expenses

  • Gratuities

  • Optional specialty tours

From

$6,948

per person (based on double occupancy)

Perfect For

  • Couples

  • Honeymoons

  • History enthusiasts

  • Active travelers

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