Danube River Cruise

Arrive in Vilshofen

Get ready for adventure as you travel to your new home, an AmaWaterways ship, for the duration of your adventure.

Enjoy Dinner on Board the Ship

Eat dinner on the elegant ship as you set sail on your journey along the Danube River.

Oktoberfest Celebration

Get your “oompah” on at this private Oktoberfest celebration held in a beer tent outside of the ship. Engage in the festive atmosphere that features a live oompah band, beer, German apple cider, homemade Bavarian pretzels and dancers!

Breakfast on Board the Ship

Wake up to a tasty breakfast and get ready for your day's adventures.

Walking Tour of Passau

Enjoy a lovely themed walking tour of Passau, led by a local expert dressed in 18th century period clothing. One of Passau's many highlights is St Stephen's Cathedral, with its 17,000 pipe organ. Included in the tour is a marzipan-making activity that will delight your sweet tooth—and give you enough to take some home and share.

Lunch on Board the Ship

Enjoy lunch on the ship.

Climb the Famous Tree Path Kopfing

After lunch, climb on the famous Tree Path Kopfing. Walk among the treetops along 41 connected towers that provide an unparalleled view of the surrounding forest and the majestic Austrian Alps. Follow your Adventure Guide up the steps to the tree line and along the rope bridges. Kids can enjoy playing on a giant slide and fun-filled adventure playground. After lunch, climb on the famous Tree Path Kopfing. Walk among the treetops along 41 connected towers that provide an unparalleled view of the surrounding forest and the majestic Austrian Alps. Follow your Adventure Guide up the steps to the tree line and along the rope bridges. Kids can enjoy playing on a fun-filled adventure playground.

On Your Own in Passau

Explore Passau, the picturesque "City of Three Rivers," where the Danube, Inn and Ilz Rivers converge. Browse through some of the delightful shops that run from Old Town through the pedestrian zone to the "New Center." Taste refreshing German beer at one of Passau's 5 breweries and sample some delicious Bavarian fare in one of the excellent restaurants, wine bars or pubs.

Enjoy Dinner On Board the Ship

Eat dinner on the ship as you float gently along the coastline of Passau.

Junior Adventurer Movie Night

Joined by our Adventure Guides, kids will delight in a movie that highlights this spectacular destination.

Breakfast on Board the Ship

Enjoy a delicious breakfast before you venture into Salzburg.

Day Tours of Salzburg

Explore the picturesque city of Salzburg with a local expert as your guide, admiring its iconic spires, charming gardens and backdrop of green hills. View the Salzburg Dome Cathedral, St Peter's Monastery and Old Town as well as the hidden alleys and shops that line Getreidegasse in Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's hometown. And visit the beautiful Mirabell Gardens and other sites made famous from the movie The Sound of Music!

Choose Your Day Activities

Enjoy Dinner On Board the Ship

Eat dinner on the ship with the city of Linz as your backdrop.

Show off Your Pipes with The Sound of Music Sing-Along

Enjoy the movie The Sound of Music like never before as our Adventure Guides lead a spirited sing-along.

Breakfast On Board the Ship

Enjoy a delicious breakfast and get ready for your day of exploration.

Explore the Famed Melk Benedictine Abbey

Explore the gorgeous Melk Benedictine Abbey on a privately guided tour. Founded in 1089, this abbey reinvigorated the monastic life of Austria and Southern Germany.

Cultural Activities Around the Danube River

Get a taste of the local flavors with a fish activity, marmalade-making, wine and juice tasting. Also, take a traditional Austrian dance lesson and learn more about the Danube River, which lies beneath the abbey.

Tour of the Countryside with a Bike Ride from Krems to Melk (Optional)

Take a serene 4-hour bike ride from Melk to Krems (via the storybook village of Dürnstein) and enjoy the pastoral landscape dotted with rolling Wachau Valley vineyards. Please note: due to the duration of this activity, Guests will not be able to select an afternoon activity.
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Enjoy Lunch On Board the Ship

Eat lunch aboard the ship as it serenely cruises through the Wachau Valley.

Choose Your Afternoon Activity

OPTION A:

Tour of Dürnstein and Hike to the Castle

Join local expert for a guided tour of Dürnstein including the famous ruins of the castle Burgruine Dürnstein. Rich and full of history, this tour takes you through one the most popular tourist sites in the region and gives you incredible views from the castle of the river, vineyards and villages (weather dependent).

OPTION B:

Bike Along the Danube River from Dürnstein to Krems

This 1-hour bike ride is the perfect choice for those who desire a little less pedaling than our 4-hour option. Ride along the gorgeous Danube River, leisurely pedaling down a picturesque bike path towards Krems.
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OPTION C:

Experience a Family-Run Apricot Farm

Visit a working apricot farm in a region that specializes in apricots and taste the products made there. Enjoy wine for the adults, juice for the kids, a tour of the vineyards—and the grove for all. Take home a jar of marmalade as a reminder of the visit! 

Dinner On Board the Ship

Rejoin your fellow Adventurers at dinner on board the ship.

On Your Own in Krems

Explore this pretty city on the Danube River, dotted with churches and museums. Enjoy traditional eateries that give you a taste of the regional cuisine and wonderful wine bars, which also feature delicious beer.

Breakfast On Board the Ship

Begin your day with a delightful breakfast and get ready for your adventures in Vienna.

Panoramic City Tour of Vienna

Take a motor coach tour of Vienna—the jewel of Austria—featuring beautiful historic and contemporary architecture throughout. Discover fascinating details about this grand city that was home to Mozart, Haydn, Beethoven, Schubert, Schumann, Brahms, Sigmund Freud and many more.

Tour of Historic Schönbrunn Palace

Enjoy a privately guided tour of Schönbrunn Palace (translated as "beautiful spring")—one of the most magnificent palaces in the Hapsburg territory. Learn the rich history of this World Cultural Heritage site, a testament to Baroque. Explore the terraced gardens, including one called The Orangery that is the longest in the world and others that include a maze and a labyrinth. Inside the Palace, see the beautifully furnished rooms of the Imperial Family and the historic underground kitchens.

Junior Adventurer Activities at Schönbrunn Palace

Junior Adventurers enjoy visiting the Palace's Children's Museum and dressing up in historical garb. Children's activities are hosted by Adventure Guides.

Private Marionette Show

Vienna is famous for its marionettes—and at Schönbrunn Palace the whole family can participate in a unique marionette demonstration, followed by a private marionette show.

Strudel-Making at Schönbrunn Palace

After the marionette show, enjoy a demonstration on how to make a famous regional treat—apple strudel!

On Your Own Lunch Time in Vienna or Lunch On Board the Ship

Enjoy a delicious lunch in Vienna, taking your pick of the many small restaurants offering various types of cuisine including traditional Viennese food. Also, visit the Naschmarkt—an open-air market that has existed since the 16th century—and choose from a variety of fresh dishes. Ask your Adventure Guides for recommendations. Or, you can explore Vienna on your own then enjoy a delicious lunch on board the ship.

Choose Your Afternoon Activity

OPTION A:

Take a Bike Ride to Klosterneuburg Abbey

This bike ride will be one to remember! The rarely seen but incredibly beautiful path to the Abbey is truly unforgettable. Klosterneuburg Abbey holds scores of historical artworks in its collections, ranging from the world-famous Verdun Altar from 1181 to a rich collection of gothic panel paintings, magnificent Baroque works and modern paintings.

OPTION B:

On Your Own in Vienna

Explore the famed city of Vienna on your own and discover shops that feature fine antiques, luxury items and fashion, Baroque parks and gardens, and the MuseumsQuartier district with its renowned museums, exhibition halls and galleries. With over 20 outdoors markets spread throughout Vienna, you'll enjoy finding treasures to admire in addition to children's rides, live music and more!

Enjoy Dinner On Board the Ship

Eat dinner on the ship and enjoy the sights of Vienna in the background.

Choose Your Evening Activity

OPTION A:

Visit a Traditional Wine House (Heurige)

Toast the merry vacation you're enjoying at one of the iconic Vienna wine houses! A festive, fairytale atmosphere awaits you at a marvelous family-run local wine tavern. Snack on finger foods, cheeses and breads along with live music and entertainment from a local performer.

OPTION B:

Attend a Mozart & Strauss Concert at Schönbrunn Palace

Delight in the music that was created hundreds of years ago in Vienna, played in the 1,441-room Baroque palace that is one of the most renowned architectural monuments and concert venues in the country.

Breakfast On Board the Ship

Start your day with a scrumptious breakfast and get ready to explore Bratislava.

Full Day Activity Options

Enjoy Dinner On Board the Ship

Dine on local fare and regional favorites on board the ship.

Breakfast On Board the Ship

Enjoy breakfast on board and then head out to explore Budapest.

Full Day Activity Options

Captain's Farewell Cocktail Reception & Dinner

Raise your glasses with the Captain as you say goodbye to your unforgettable adventure. Then, enjoy a final dinner on board the ship as you sail along the Danube. Then, follow your meal with a stroll along the ship’s boardwalk and take in city of Budapest lit up like a fairytale. Marvel at the spectacular architecture as you toast to the end of your fantastic journey!

Breakfast On Board the Ship

Settle in for one last breakfast at the close of your incredible adventure.

Transfers to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

Say goodbye to your fellow Adventurers and leave with the memories of a lifetime!