Tour Across Europe - Amsterdam To Budapest (Amsterdam - Budapest)

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Meals

Gourmet dining featuring breakfast, multi-course lunches and dinners with menu choices (including vegetarian options), afternoon tea and late-night snack Free-flowing hand-selected wines from the best wine regions of Europe served with dinner on board Coffee and tea available 24 hours a day in the Amadeus Club Welcome and Farewell Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner and Captain’s Gala Dinner

Accommodation

Luxury accommodation in an outside river-view stateroom of your choice: Spacious Mozart Suites with a walk-out balcony, stateroom cabins on Mozart and Strauss Decks with drop-down Panorama Retractable Windows offering a wide-open view (except Amadeus Brilliant) Individual climate control and in-room safe Choice of bed configuration in all categories (double or twin bedding)

Guide

Personalized service of an experienced, multilingual AMADEUS Cruise Director

Others

AMADEUS digital audio system for all guided excursions Variety of enriching onboard programs, including fascinating lectures, cooking demonstrations, local cultural performances, and music by our onboard musicians Complimentary use of onboard bicycles for independent exploration Onboard fitness center open 24 hours a day All port taxes, embarkation, disembarkation and lock fees included in your cruise fare

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Others

You can choose between selection of optional Excursions. Package D Day 2: Amsterdam with canal trip and Holland waterland. €78 Day 3: Cologne walking tour and Kölsch tasting. €44 Day 3: Siebengebirge and Drachenfels castle ruins. €81 Day 4: Rüdesheim with Music Cabinet Museum. €33 Day 5: Miltenberg and Wertheim with glass museum. €48 Day 6: Würzburg walking tour with Residence and wine tasting. €69 Day 7: Bamberg walking tour. €34 Day 8: Nuremberg - capital of Franconia. €52 Day 8: The Documentation Center of Nuremberg. €64 Day 9: Regensburg walking tour. €24 Day 10: Passau walking tour. €24 Day 11: Melk Abbey - A Baroque Jewel. €61 Day 11: Dürnstein walking tour with wine tasting. €33 Day 11: "Sound of Vienna" classical concert (Cat. B). €73 Day 12: Vienna - Imperial discovery tour. €46 Day 12: Visit to Schönbrunn Palace. €67 Day 13: Bratislava - Beauty on the Danube. €45 Day 13: Schloss Hof - Baroque Palace and Estate. €67 Day 14: Budapest - Castle Hill & Historic Wonders. €45 Day 14: Visit to the Royal Palace of Gödöllő. €59

Insurance

Travel Insurance is not included

Flights

International flights are not included

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

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Day 1 Day 1: Embarkation From 4:00Pm
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Embarkation From 4:00Pm

Historic Amsterdam is the starting point of your European cruise. After embarkation, enjoy a Welcome Cocktail and Dinner. Sing along some sea shanties with a local choir this evening in the Panorama-Bar.
Day 2 Day 2: Canal Boat Tour & Dutch Cheese Tasting
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Canal Boat Tour & Dutch Cheese Tasting

In the morning, enjoy a boat trip along the famous Amsterdam canals followed by a trip to the peaceful countryside of the Waterland region. Enjoy the waterside of historic fishing villages and stroll along the long stretch of eateries. Rejoin your ship in Utrecht for lunch.
Day 3 Day 3: Visit To Famous Cologne Cathedral
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Visit To Famous Cologne Cathedral

In the morning, you will arrive in beautiful Cologne. Discover the highlights of the city on the guided city tour. End with a glass of typical Kölsch, a famed Rhineland beer. Nature lovers will enjoy the excursion to the Siebengebirge National Park, Germany’s first nature reserve, and to Drachenfels castle ruins. After an exciting day, return to the vessel to continue south along the river.
Day 4 Day 4: Sailing Past Castles And Lorelei Rock Along The Rhine Gorge
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Sailing Past Castles And Lorelei Rock Along The Rhine Gorge

The morning starts on a high note with the passage of the Lorelei in the Upper Middle Rhine Valley. At lunchtime, the vessel arrives in Rüdesheim, a picturesque wine-making town in the Rhine Gorge. Discover the region’s rich history on a walking tour and admire the magical collection of instruments at the Music Cabinet Museum. Or choose to take a tram ride through the vineyards of Rüdesheim on the “Wine Express“, enjoy some fine wine and stroll along the quaint “Drosselgasse“.
Day 5 Day 5: Half-Timbered Houses Along The Main River
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Half-Timbered Houses Along The Main River

After a tranquil morning on board, join the afternoon excursion to Miltenberg and Wertheim. Miltenberg is a town flanked by the river Main and an incredible, forested hillside and features Miltenberg castle.

Continue to Wertheim and explore the medieval streets with their half-timbered houses and the unique glass museum. This evening, enjoy another memorable meal as the ship plies the waters toward our next stop.
Day 6 Day 6: Würzburg Residence & Wine Tasting
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Würzburg Residence & Wine Tasting

Today, visit Würzburg, a city in Bavaria known for lavish architecture, located in the center of the Franconian wine country. In the morning, experience the many beautiful sights of the town as well as the Residence, a Baroque palace. The tour concludes with wine tasting in the ancient wine cellar of a local vineyard.

As an alternate excursion, join the trip to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, whose towers, city gates, walls, and half-timbered gables have remained unchanged. Relax on board this afternoon.
Day 7 Day 7: Main-Danube Canal
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Main-Danube Canal

Spend the morning cruising the scenic Main river. After lunch, arrive in the imperial city of Bamberg, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site, which retains its medieval layout of three settlement areas, along with its historic buildings. It is ranked as one of Germany’s most attractive towns and is also the place to begin your crossing of the Rhine-Main-Danube canal.

Join a presentation about the canal which allows free flow of traffic between the North Sea and the Black Sea.
Day 8 Day 8: World War Ii History
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: World War Ii History

The former imperial city of Nuremberg awaits you today with its turbulent history and sights. After breakfast, explore the city on the morning tour and admiring the romantic old town.

In the afternoon, visit the World of Gingerbread to taste fresh Lebkuchen from the oven and learn about this sweet treat made of honey and spices. If you prefer, learn more about World War II and the Nazi past at the Documentation Center of Nuremberg. Back on board, we will go to the European watershed separating the Main and Danube rivers.
Day 9 Day 9: Bavarian Evening On Board
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Bavarian Evening On Board

Regensburg is one of Germany’s best-preserved medieval cities. Choose to uncover the secrets of this remarkable UNESCO Site during a walking tour. Alternatively, visit the 18th century Thurn and Taxis Palace for a beer tasting in their traditional brewery. A special Bavarian themed evening celebrates this wonderful region.
Day 10 Day 10: Three-Rivers City Of Passau With Famous St. Stephen’S Cathedral
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Three-Rivers City Of Passau With Famous St. Stephen’S Cathedral

Arrive in time for lunch in the three-rivers city of Passau, lying at the confluence of the Danube, the Inn and the Ilz. In the afternoon, join the city walking tour, which showcases the most enchanting sights of this historic city including St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Back on board, enjoy dinner.
Day 11 Day 11: Scenic Cruising Through Unesco Wachau Valley
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Scenic Cruising Through Unesco Wachau Valley

In the early morning, dock in Emmersdorf, in the heart of the UNESCO-protected Wachau Valley. Spend the morning discovering this typical Lower Austrian town or travel across the river to Melk and its famous magnificent Benedictine abbey — the largest in Austria.

Back on board for lunch, continue through the vineyards of the Wachau to the village of Dürnstein. Take a guided afternoon tour in the romantic village with its iconic blue church and winding streets, and sample the local wines. Upon arrival in Vienna, opt for the “Sound of Vienna“ concert and listen to popular pieces from Vienna’s classical era at a local salon. The vessel remains overnight.
Day 12 Day 12: Walk Through The Gardens Of Schönbrunn Castle
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Walk Through The Gardens Of Schönbrunn Castle

Enjoy the sights of Vienna on the “Imperial Discovery tour“ tour, including the Ringstrasse, the Vienna State Opera House, the Museum Quarter and more. In the afternoon, venture to Schönbrunn Palace. Home to the Habsburg Royal family who ruled the Austro-Hungarian Empire, Vienna wears its historic wealth and grandeur on its sleeve.

After a full day of exploration, enjoy a multicourse dinner on board.
Day 13 Day 13: Captain’S Gala Dinner
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Captain’S Gala Dinner

Awaken today in the capital city of Bratislava, Slovakia. Join the walking tour of Bratislava and see the home of the Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra, the old city walls, the summer residence of the archbishop and more. Later in the day, opt for an excursion to the Imperial Hof Palace in Austria, a magnificent 18th century complex once owned by Empress Maria Theresia.

For those who enjoy wineries, choose the alternate scenic drive through the Little Carpathian mountain range with its winemaking tradition, dating back to Celtic and Roman times.
Day 14 Day 14: Evening Cruise Budapest With Folklore Show On Board
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 14: Evening Cruise Budapest With Folklore Show On Board

With its neo-Gothic Parliament, Fisherman’s Bastion, Buda castle and Chain Bridge, the Hungarian capital of Budapest is a perfect finale to your trip. This morning, explore the sites of the Hungarian capital Budapest on a city tour.

In the afternoon, food lovers can enjoy the alternate excursion for an authentic taste of Budapest, which starts at the market hall. Alternatively, roam further afield in Pest county to the Royal Palace of Gödöllő, one of the most important and imposing Hungarian palaces.

On board this evening, celebrate at the Captain’s Gala Dinner and enjoy a Hungarian folklore show as your vessel cruises the Danube to see this beautiful gem by night. Remain overnight in the “Queen of the Danube“.
Day 15 Day 15: Disembarkation After Breakfast
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 15: Disembarkation After Breakfast

After breakfast, the entire AMADEUS crew bids you farewell and wishes you a safe journey home.

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Across Europe - Amsterdam To Budapest (Amsterdam - Budapest)

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Itinerary of your trip Across Europe - Amsterdam To Budapest (Amsterdam - Budapest)

Day 1: Embarkation From 4:00Pm

Day 2: Canal Boat Tour & Dutch Cheese Tasting

Day 3: Visit To Famous Cologne Cathedral

Day 4: Sailing Past Castles And Lorelei Rock Along The Rhine Gorge

Day 5: Half-Timbered Houses Along The Main River

Day 6: Würzburg Residence & Wine Tasting

Day 7: Main-Danube Canal

Day 8: World War Ii History

Day 9: Bavarian Evening On Board

Day 10: Three-Rivers City Of Passau With Famous St. Stephen’S Cathedral

Day 11: Scenic Cruising Through Unesco Wachau Valley

Day 12: Walk Through The Gardens Of Schönbrunn Castle

Day 13: Captain’S Gala Dinner

Day 14: Evening Cruise Budapest With Folklore Show On Board

Day 15: Disembarkation After Breakfast

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