Sail with your own Sommelier - "Grand Danube" river cruise
Join us as we explore the culture; wine, food & beer; and historic sights of Europe's most majestic river!
All images provided courtesy of YODA and AMA Waterways
DESCRIPTION:
What better way to explore the wine and food of these two historic French waterways than on a specially curated wine cruise itinerary!
Taste and learn about Gruner-Veltliner along with Chardonnay, Frankovka (aka Blaufrankisch), Grasevina (aka Welschriesling), Kadarka, Muscat, Pinot Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, and Traminac (aka Gewurtztraminer) from some of central and eastern Europe's oldest vineyards. On this specific itinerary you will be part of an exclusive group escorted by your own certified Sommelier. Take advantage of his expertise and seize the unique opportunity to taste wines from Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Hungary, Romania and Serbia.
AMA Waterways was inducted into La Confrérie de la Chaîne des Rôtisseurs, a prestigious international gastronomic society dedicated to fine cuisine - it is the oldest and largest food and wine society in the world. Celebrate a romantic dinner or that special occasion at The Chef's Table, where the kitchen becomes part of the entertainment. Indulge in delectable dishes served with unlimited fine wines, hand-selected just for this dinner. It is the only venue of its kind on the river.
PRICE INCLUDES:
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Complimentary shore excursions offered at every stop along your trip
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Complimentary bicycles for guided tours or to explore at your leisure
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Unlimited fine wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
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Unlimited sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast
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Free high-speed Internet access and Wi-Fi in every stateroom / suite
WHAT MAKES THIS TRIP SPECIAL:
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Optional 3-night pre-cruise land excursion in Prague, Czech Republic with complimentary motor coach transfer to AMABella
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Optional 3-night post-cruise land excursion in Istanbul, Turkey with complimentary motor coach transfer from AMABella and air transfer from Bucharest, Romania
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5 suites and 80 staterooms - all with a river view, most with a French balcony; and a maximum of 160 passengers
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This cruise qualifies for a $100 per person military discount for active duty and retired military members
REMINDERS AND DISCLAIMERS:
All passengers must have a valid Passport with an expiration date at least 6 months after the conclusion of your trip. Name provided for reservation must match the name on your passport.
Trip cancelation policy:
Deposit to 121 days prior: $200 per person admin fee
120 to 90 days prior: $400 per person admin fee
89 to 60 days prior: 35% cancellation fee
59 to 30 days prior: 50% cancellation fee
29 to 7 days prior: 80% cancellation fee
6 to 0 days prior: 100% cancellation fee
A 100% cancellation fee will be imposed for failure to appear at then port of cruise embarkation at the scheduled time of departure.





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14
nights
* Price quoted is the Base fare (per person) for a Veranda stateroom (B1) based on double-occupancy. Taxes and fees are additional and vary by itinerary. Other discounts may apply and rates are subject to change without notice.
11/11/24-11/25/24
ITINERARY**
15 Days / 14 Nights
Nov 11 - Vilshofen, Germany
Nov 12 - Vilshofen to Passau
- "City of Three Rivers" tour
Nov 13 - Linz, Austria
- UNESCO "City of Media Arts" tour
- Cesky Krumlov excursion
Nov 14 - Weissenkirchen, Austria
- Wachau Valley wine tasting
Nov 15 - Vienna, Austria
- Viennese wine and music evening
Nov 16 - Bratislava, Slovakia
- "Coronation City of Kings" tour
Nov 17 - Budapest, Hungary
- "Queen of the Danube" tour
Nov 18 - Budapest, Hungary
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Nov 19 - Mohacs to Pecs, Croatia
- Szekszard wine tasting
Nov 20 - Vukovar to Ilok, Croatia
- Croatian wine tasting
- Novi Sad, Serbia
- "The Athens of Serbia" tour
Nov 21 - Belgrade, Serbia
- The City by Two Rivers" tour
Nov 22 - Cruising the Iron Gates
Nov 23 - Vidin, Bulgaria
- Bulgarian wine tasting
Nov 24 - Rousse, Bulgaria
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Nov 25 - Giurgiu, Romania
** Dates for 2022 "Romantic Danube" are for a special Hosted wine cruise itinerary. Other dates available and actual cruise dates and itinerary subject to change.
