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13 Night Celebration of Classical Music the Danube Cruise and Land Tour from Krakow, Poland

Ship: AmaViola

Cruise Line: AMA Waterways

Sailed: Wednesday, May 29, 2024 from Krakow, Poland, Poland

Ended: Tuesday, Jun 11, 2024

The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Wednesday, May 29, 2024 departure of the AmaViola. 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 - May 29, 2024

Krakow, Poland, Poland

Arrive in Krakow and check into your hotel.

Day 2 - Thursday - May 30, 2024

Krakow, Poland, Poland

Get acquainted with your surroundings and take a deeper dive into the fascinating history of Krakow with a comprehensive city tour. Visit the Wawel Royal Castle - the world's very first designated UNESCO World Heritage Site and Poland's largest castle, located in the center of its Old Town. The Wawel Hill features a limestone cave renowned for its connection to the legendary Wawel Dragon of Polish folklore, which you will learn more about during your tour. You will also venture into Krakow's historic Jewish Quarter and see the factory of Oskar Schindler, who was credited with saving 1,200 Jewish lives during World War II, and who was famously honored in the award-winning film Schindler's List. You will also be treated to a live performance of the Polish anthem by a trumpeter on the highest tower of Saint Mary's Church, otherwise known as St. Mary's Trumpet Call, a tradition since the 19th century. Enjoy the afternoon at your leisure to explore more of the city. (B)

Day 3 - Friday - May 31, 2024

Krakow, Poland, Poland

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Auschwitz, Poland

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Krakow, Poland, Poland

Prepare yourself for an emotional day, as together we explore a dark period of history with a visit to Auschwitz, the largest and most infamous of Europe's labor and death camps. The main gate, barbed wire fences, buildings, and barracks look much the same today as they did during the Holocaust, when 1.1 million lives were taken within the camp. It was liberated in January 1945, saving 58,000 from further horrors. Though not for the faint of heart, this once-in-a-lifetime excursion will honor the memory of those who perished and promises to be one you won't soon forget. (B)

Day 4 - Saturday - Jun 1, 2024

Krakow, Poland, Poland

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Banska Bystrica, Slovakia

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Cruise Begins

Budapest, Hungary

Check out of your hotel and begin your transfer to Budapest. En route, you will stop in Banska Bystrica, a historic and picturesque Slovakian city with architecture that dates to the medieval period. Enjoy time for a nice lunch, then continue to Budapest, where you will board your luxurious river cruise ship. (D)

Budapest, Hungary

Arrive in Budapest and board your luxurious river cruise ship. (D)

Day 5 - Sunday - Jun 2, 2024

Budapest, Hungary

Budapest offers an unmatched combination of culture and tradition. Your city tour begins with a visit to the Great Market Hall before going to both the Buda (hilly) and the Pest (flat) sides of the river. You'll see Heroes' Square and Castle Hill, home to the Fisherman's Bastion and Mattias Church. In the afternoon, enter a world of grandeur and musical history as your knowledgeable local guide leads you through the exquisitely designed Hungarian State Opera House in Budapest. From its grandiose Neo-Renaissance facade to its dramatic marble staircases and immaculate ceiling frescoes, this building has played host to countless operas and ballets for more than a century and its beauty will leave you speechless. Take your moment in the spotlight on stage, with the possibility of witnessing actual performers in action. If you prefer venturing off the beaten path or are returning to the city for a repeat visit, join our Jewish heritage tour which visits the museum at beautiful Dohany Street Synagogue, as well as the Tree of Life Holocaust Memorial and the Temple of Heroes. (B,L,D); Please note: The Great Market Hall is closed on Sundays.

Day 6 - Monday - Jun 3, 2024

Bratislava, Slovakia

Host to the crowning ceremonies of 11 Hungarian kings and queens between 1563 and 1830, Bratislava certainly has earned the title "Coronation City of Kings", as you'll discover during your walking tour. Plus, enjoy a surprise musical performance as part of this included excursion. Or, join a special "Tastes of Slovakia" tour. For a more active adventure, hike up to Bratislava Castle, offering magnificent views of the city or enjoy a guided bike tour, pausing to take photos with some of the celebrated statues in Old Town. In the afternoon, take in the breathtaking scenery along the Danube River from your balcony or while up on the Sun Deck - you may even catch a glimpse of the gleaming Bratislava Castle as you leave the city. (B,L,D)

Day 7 - Tuesday - Jun 4, 2024

Melk, Austria

Sail through Austria's beautiful Wachau Valley to Melk and explore the city known for its magnificent Benedictine abbey, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Europe's largest and most revered monasteries. Within these walls you will find frescoes painted by Johann Michael Rottmayr and Paul Troger, as well as a famed collection of musical manuscripts. You will also be treated to a beautiful live choral performance in Melk's community hall. If you prefer a more active adventure, hike up to the Melk Abbey and then visit this magnificent Baroque monastery, or join a guided bike tour to Melk. (B,L,D)

Day 8 - Wednesday - Jun 5, 2024

Linz, Germany

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Mondsee, Austria, Austria

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Salzburg, Austria

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Linz, Germany

Arrive in Linz, where you'll have several choices of excursions. Opt for a full-day excursion to Salzburg where you'll tour the historic center, lovely Mirabell Gardens, Residenz Square, and the Old Market. You will also visit the museum at the famed yellow building known as Mozart Birth House and residence where the legendary composer was born in 1756 and lived until 1773. En route to Salzburg, stop at Mondsee, home of the Basilica of St. Michael where the wedding scene from The Sound of Music was filmed. You may also choose to join a full-day excursion to the charming Czech mountain town of Cesky Krumlov, where you can stroll its cobblestone streets; marvel at the city's picturesque Baroque and Renaissance-style buildings; and tour Krumlov Castle, one of Europe's largest castle complexes. Following these full-day excursions, you may also choose to take a brief walking tour in Linz. Alternatively, join a walking tour through the old city center of Linz and by the Mozart House; or bike along the city's famed "Cultural Mile" and the Danube. (B,L,D)

Day 9 - Thursday - Jun 6, 2024

Linz, Germany

Vienna, Austria

Sail from Linz to the grand capital of Vienna on a morning scenic cruise. Once there, visit the UNESCO World Heritage-designated Schonbrunn Palace and Gardens, the main summer residence of the Habsburg rulers, on your included tour. Built in the 18th century as an imperial summer residence, this magnificent 1,441-room Baroque palace is one of the most important architectural, cultural, and historical monuments in Austria. Alternatively, pedal along the scenic Danube River and through charming neighborhoods to the nearby town of Klosterneuburg and its majestic 12th-century Augustinian monastery overlooking the Danube River. In the evening, join us for a very special live classical performance at a renowned local concert hall. (B,L,D)

Day 10 - Friday - Jun 7, 2024

Vienna, Austria

Explore the city of music while following in the footsteps of world-renowned composers, such as Mozart, Beethoven, and Schubert, from their past residences to museums to grand monuments. Alternatively, discover the regal splendors of the "City of Waltzes", on a city bike tour, visiting such remarkable sites as the majestic Opera House and the former Imperial Palace of the Habsburgs. If you are looking to treat your palate instead, visit a traditional cafe to experience a true Vienna specialty with its very own national holiday and a unique history to match: the rich chocolate Sachertorte - and savor this treat with a piping hot Viennese coffee. (B,L,D)

Day 11 - Saturday - Jun 8, 2024

Vienna, Austria

Bid farewell to Vienna and prepare for your flight home. (B)

Vienna, Austria

Cruise Ends

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Domonyvolgy, Hungary

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Prague, Czech Republic

Bid farewell to Vienna as you depart the ship and drive to Brno, the second-largest city in the Czech Republic, where you will enjoy lunch. After your stop in Brno, continue on to Prague and check into your hotel. (B)

Day 12 - Sunday - Jun 9, 2024

Prague, Czech Republic

Experience the wonders of Prague and its historic city center that is a recognized UNESCO World Heritage Site on your city tour or you can hike to the grand castle. See Rudolfinum and the Dancing House. Visit the 1,000-year-old Prague Castle and St. Vitus before walking over the romantic Charles Bridge to the Old Town Square, where you will find the capital's famous Astronomical Clock. (B)

Day 13 - Monday - Jun 10, 2024

Prague, Czech Republic

Beer has a long and illustrious history in the Czech Republic with the first brewery known to have existed in 993. Pilsner Urquell was created in 1842, being the first pilsner ever made, while Budweiser came into being in the city of Budweis. Beer is a core part of the country's national identity, so much so the Czechs are the biggest consumers of beer in the world per capita. The country is home to more than 100 breweries with a combination of big names and micro establishments offering a huge range of styles, so join a Czech beer tasting and discover for yourself what makes the Czech's beer some of the very best in the world. (B)

Day 14 - Tuesday - Jun 11, 2024

Prague, Czech Republic

Bid farewell to Prague and prepare for your flight home. (B)

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