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12 Night Christmas Markets on the Danube Cruise and Land Tour from Budapest

Ship: AmaSonata
Cruise Line: AMA Waterways
Sailed: Wednesday, Dec 21, 2022 from Budapest, Hungary
Ended: Monday, Jan 2, 2023
The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Wednesday, Dec 21, 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 1 - Wednesday - Dec 21, 2022
Budapest, Hungary
Budapest, Hungary    
Arrive in Budapest and transfer to your hotel.
Day 2 - Thursday - Dec 22, 2022
Budapest, Hungary
Budapest, Hungary    
Budapest is one of Europe's most regal and storied cities-and many of its most iconic sights can be seen right off the banks of the Danube River. Often described as the "Queen of the Danube", Budapest is well-known for its fairytale-like Fisherman's Bastion, Buda Hill, and its magnificent Hungarian Parliament building. However, this sprawling city is full of rich history and culture and offers many "hidden" treasures as you venture further pasts its river banks. During this excursion, your guide will take you deeper into the city to discover fascinating sites lesser-known to the average traveler. (B)
Day 3 - Friday - Dec 23, 2022
Budapest, Hungary
Budapest, Hungary    
Cruise Begins    
Budapest, Hungary    
Check out of your hotel to board your ship. (B,D)
Budapest, Hungary    
Board the ship for your Iconic Christmas Markets cruise. (D)
Day 4 - Saturday - Dec 24, 2022
Budapest, Hungary
Budapest, Hungary    
Home to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the Buda Castle quarter in Castle Hill and Heroes' Square, Budapest offers an unmatched combination of culture and tradition. The remainder of this tour takes you to both the Buda (hilly) and the Pest (flat) sides of the river. Afterwards, you'll visit Vorosmarty Square, the oldest, richest, and the most spectacular of all the Christmas markets in Budapest. As an alternative, you can hike to Castle Hill, walking along Fisherman's Bastion, and take in all the iconic sites of Budapest with an active exploration. (B,L,D)
Day 5 - Sunday - Dec 25, 2022
Bratislava, Slovakia
Bratislava, Slovakia    
Vienna, Austria    
Host to the crowning ceremonies of 11 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. You'll also have an opportunity to visit Bratislava's charming Christmas market. Or join a special "Tastes of Slovakia" tour. For a more active adventure, hike up to Bratislava Castle, offering magnificent views of the city. Enjoy a free evening to explore Vienna on your own. (B,L,D)
Day 6 - Monday - Dec 26, 2022
Vienna, Austria
Vienna, Austria    
The "City of Waltzes" offers a treasure trove of gems just waiting to be discovered. Join a tour showcasing its regal splendors, such as the majestic Opera House and the former Imperial Palace of the Habsburgs, before concluding in Vienna's historic city center. If you prefer a more active adventure, then join a guided bike ride through Vienna. During the afternoon, visit the market at Schonbrunn Palace with a giant sparkling Christmas tree. Cap the day off with "Vienna by Night" tour at the beautifully decorated Rathaus Christmas market, Vienna's largest. (B,L,D)
Day 7 - Tuesday - Dec 27, 2022
Weissenkirchen, Austria
Weissenkirchen, Austria    
Bus Travel    
Durnstein, Austria    
Bus Travel    
Weissenkirchen, Austria    
Melk, Austria    
After reaching Weissenkirchen, you'll have a choice of excursions. Join a walking tour in Durnstein and then taste some of the village's distinctive wines. Or visit a local boutique to taste Durnstein's special apricot treats, such as jams and chocolates. Prefer more active adventures? Join a guided bike tour from Weissenkirchen to Melk. For those not biking to Melk, you'll sail through the UNESCO World Heritage-designated Wachau Valley to Melk. Once in Melk, you'll visit its magnificent Benedictine abbey. (B,L,D)
Day 8 - Wednesday - Dec 28, 2022
Linz, Germany
Linz, Germany    
Bus Travel    
Salzburg, Austria    
Bus Travel    
Linz, Germany    
Linz is known for being the city of Christmas creches and its ever-popular Linzertorte. While here, you have a choice of three excursions. The first is a morning walking tour through Linz's old city center and by the Mozart House, where he composed the Linz Symphony in only three days, as well as visit Linz's Christmas markets. Or you can go on a guided bike tour through Linz and along the city's famed "Culture Mile" and the Danube River. Or go on a full-day visit to Salzburg where you'll enjoy a walking tour of the UNESCO World Heritage-designated Old Town, its magnificent cathedral, and its Christmas markets, including the Hellbrunn Palace, where its inner courtyard is turned into a romantic backdrop for one of the most beautiful Christmas markets in Austria. During the afternoon, for those not going on the full-day Salzburg excursion, visit the charming Czech mountain town of Cesky Krumlov. (B,L,D)
Day 9 - Thursday - Dec 29, 2022
Passau, Germany
Passau, Germany    
Vilshofen, Germany    
During the season of Advent, beautiful Passau dresses in her Bavarian holiday splendor, which you will discover on your walking tour through the city and at its Christmas market at St. Stephen's Square-also home to its magnificent cathedral. Go in search of unique crafts, including Bavarian-style houses and glass ornaments. If you prefer a more active adventure, hike to Paulinerkloster Mariahilf or join a guided bike ride along the Danube. Later, sail for Vilshofen, where you'll be treated to an exclusive Oktoberfest celebration. (B,L,D)
Day 10 - Friday - Dec 30, 2022
Vilshofen, Germany
Vilshofen, Germany    
Disembark the ship and bid farewell to Vilshofen as you prepare for your flight home. (B)
Vilshofen, Germany    
Cruise Ends    
Bus Travel    
Regensburg, Germany    
Bus Travel    
Prague, Czech Republic    
Depart the ship and drive through the countryside to Regensburg, one of Germany's best-preserved medieval cities, which you'll discover on a guided walking tour showcasing the city's architectural highlights, including the Old Town Hall and the Porta Praetoria. After touring Regensburg, enjoy a visit to Old Town's Christmas market. Later continue your journey on to Prague and check into your hotel. (B)
Day 11 - Saturday - Dec 31, 2022
Prague, Czech Republic
Prague, Czech Republic    
Discover Prague with a choice of a city tour or a castle hike. Both will reveal why Prague is considered one of Europe's most attractive cities, with a historic city center that's recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See all the key highlights, including the 1,000-year-old Prague Castle and Old Town Square, where you will find the famous Astronomical Clock. You will then have free time to explore Prague's renowned Christmas markets in the Old Town Square. (B)
Day 12 - Sunday - Jan 1, 2023
Prague, Czech Republic
Prague, Czech Republic    
Beer has a long and illustrious history in the Czech Republic, with the first brewery established in 993. Beer is a core part of the country's national identity, so join a Czech beer tasting and discover for yourself what makes Czech beer some of the very best in the world. (B)
Day 13 - Monday - Jan 2, 2023
Prague, Czech Republic
Prague, Czech Republic    
Bid farewell to Prague and prepare for your homeward flight. (B)

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