Romantic Danube River Cruise Details

Romantic Danube

April 10-20, 2024 | Prague to Budapest

7-night cruise with optional 3 nights Prague Pre-Cruise

Austria, Germany, Hungary, Slovakia, Czech Republic

Enjoy an extensive lineup of included tours.

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Itinerary

April 10, 2024 - Prague | Hotel chek-in
Arrive in Prague and check-in to your hotel.
April 11, 2024  - Prague | “Golden City of a Hundred Spires” tour OR Prague Castle hike
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 Hundertwasser Dancing House. Visit the 1,000-year-old Prague Castle and St. Vitus before walking over the romantic Charles Bridge to the Old Market Square, where you will find the capital’s famous Astronomical Clock. (B)
April 12, 2024 - Prague | Czech beer tasting
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, whilst 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. 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)
*Czech beer tasting may take place on Day 2 or Day 3 of this itinerary
April 13, 2024 - Prague | Transfer to Regensburg
                 Regensburg | UNESCO city highlights tour
Transfer to Vilshofen for EMBARKATION
Exclusive Oktoberfest
Depart from Prague via motorcoach and enjoy a stop in Regensburg, one of Germany’s best preserved medieval cities and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, 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, continue your journey on to Vilshofen, where you will board your luxury cruise ship. Cap the day off with an exclusive festive Oktoberfest celebration. (B,D)
If you cannot join the group for the pre-cruise extension in Prague, you may join us in Vilshofen for the 7-night cruise. 
April 14, 2024 - Vilshofen | Free Time
                 Passau | "City of Three Rivers" walking tour
                  OR Passau Castle hike
                  OR River Inn Bike Tour
Explore Vilshofen’s beautiful old town before cruising to Passau, known as the “City of Three Rivers.” Join a walking tour or if you prefer to be more active, hike high into the hills for a visit to the “Veste Oberhaus,” Passau’s Castle Hill; or go on a River Inn bike tour. (B,L,D)
April 15, 2024 - Linz | "UNESCO City of Media Arts" walking tour
                  OR "Cultural Mile" Bike tour
                 OR Full-day Salzburg excursion
                 Český Krumlov excursion*
The ship arrives 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, Mirabell Gardens, Residenz Square and the Old Market. En route to Salzburg, stop at Mondsee, home of the famed Basilica St. Michael and site of the wedding scene in The Sound of Music. Alternatively, you can join a morning walking tour through Linz’s old city center and by the Mozart House; or go on a guided bike tour along the city’s famed “Culture Mile” and the Danube. You can also choose to visit the charming mountain town, Český Krumlov, located just over the Czech-Austrian border. (B,L,D)
*Note: Not available with full-day Salzburg excursion
April 16, 2024  - Scenic Cruising | Scenic cruising through Strudengau and UNESCO Wachau Valley
                 Weissenkirchen | Dürnstein walking tour and Melk Benedictine Abbey
                 OR Apricots and sweets tasting
OR Dürnstein Fortress hike
                 OR Wachau Valley bike tour
                 Evening wine tasting at local winery
Cruise through the Strudengau and Wachau valleys to Weissenkirchen, gateway to Dürnstein. Once here, you can choose to join a walking tour in Dürnstein along its cobblestone streets to the Baroque Stiftskirche, and then visit Melk’s magnificent Benedictine Abbey. For the more active adventurer, you can opt to hike up to the fortress where Richard the Lionheart was once held, or take a bike ride along the Danube through the Wachau Valley. As an alternative excursion, visit a local apricot grower, where you’ll enjoy the region’s finest apricot treats. Later in the evening, enjoy a special wine tasting of locally grown, world-renowned Riesling and Grüner Veltliner in Weissenkirchen. (B,L,D)
April 17, 2024  - Vienna | "Imperial Vienna" tour
                 OR Vienna bike tour
                 Free time
The “City of Waltzes” offers a treasure trove of gems and your city tour showcases them, including the majestic Opera House and the former Imperial Palace. Your tour concludes in the historic city center with a visit to St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Or if you prefer a more active tour, take a guided bike ride through Vienna. During the afternoon, enjoy leisure time to further explore this iconic city. (B,L,D)
April 18, 2024  - Bratislava | "Coronation City" walking tour
                 OR Tastes of Slovakia
                 OR Bratislava Castle hike
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. Or join a special “Tastes of Slovakia” tour. For a more active adventure, hike up to Bratislava Castle, offering magnificent views of the city. (B,L,D)
April 19, 2024 - Budapest | "Queeen of the Danube" tour
                OR Castle Hill hike
Your city tour begins at Budapest’s Great Market Hall, where you’ll discover plenty of delicious food and shopping. Afterwards, you’ll visit both the Buda (hilly) and Pest (flat) sides of the Danube River. You’ll see the 19th-century Chain Bridge, which connects the Buda district with Pest; and the UNESCO-designated Castle Hill district, which contains some of Budapest’s most important medieval monuments and museums. As an alternative choice, you can hike up to Castle Hill for breathtaking views of the city below. (B,L,D)
April 20, 2024 - Budapest | DISEMBARKATION
Disembark the ship as you prepare for your flight home. (B) Note: The Great Market Hall is closed on Sundays, please keep this in mind if you plan to extend your stay.

Inclusions

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Spacious stateroom

  • 7 nights luxury accommodation in an outside stateroom (most with twin balconies)
  • Entertainment-On-Demand in all staterooms featuring free high-speed internet access, movies, a music library and English language TV stations
  • Mini-fridge, desk and sitting area
  • Bottled water replenished daily

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World of Exploration

  • Immersive tours in every destination
  • Gentle, regular, active and late-riser tour options
  • Bike tours and hikes
  • Special Interest Tours
  • Knowledgeable guides
  • Personal headset for easy exploration
  • Airport transfers with purchase of air from AmaWaterways
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Array of Amenities

  • Wellness Activities with a dedicated host leading exercise classes & discussions on healthy eating, relaxation techniques, etc.
  • Internet and Wi-Fi access
  • Sun deck pool with swim-up bar and walking track
  • Fitness room, massage services and hair salon
  • Main Lounge with panoramic views and bar
  • Daily entertainment, including cultural performances
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Award winning dining

  • All onboard dining in a variety of venues
  • Regionally inspired cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients
  • The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant
  • Welcome Cocktail, Welcome Dinner, La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Dinner, Captain's Cocktail and Gala Dinner
  • La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs exclusive dining experience
  • Unlimited fine wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
  • Unlimited sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast
  • Sip & Sail Cocktail Hour with complimentary wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks
  • Tapas, sandwiches, snacks and refreshments served daily in the Main Lounge
Prague

3 nights hotel in Prague at the Old Town Hilton (or similar), including city tour, Czech beer tasting and daily breakfast.

Pre-Cruise 3 nights in Prague

  • Experience the wonders of Prague and its historic city center which is a recognized UNESCO World Heritage Site on your city tour or you can hike to the grand castle. See Rudolfinum and the Hundertwasser Dancing House. Visit the 1,000-year-old Prague Castle and St. Vitus before walking over the romantic Charles Bridge to the Old Market Square, where you will find the capital’s famous Astronomical Clock.
  • 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. 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.
  • Enjoy a stop in Regensburg, one of Germany’s best-preserved medieval cities and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which you’ll discover on a guided walking tour showcasing the city’s architectural highlights, including the Old Town Hall and the Porta Praetoria.

Services included in your Cruise Booking

Donation to Cancer non-profit

Booking this river cruise trip with us will also raise funds for Abilene's only free cancer rehabilitation gym, Strength for Life. Strength for Life is a local nonprofit organization that was established in 2018 to help cancer patients and survivors remain hopeful and strong with the support they need through a free, community-based exercise program. Endless Routes Travel will be donating a percentage of their sales back to Strength for Life.

Pre-Cruise Land Extension (Optional)

The group will be adding 3 nights in Prague before the cruise. This includes all tours, daily breakfast, and transportation from the hotel to Vilshofen, with a stop in Regensburg. This is an optional add-on, but a majority of the group will be doing this extension. 2-nights pre-cruise in Munich is another option. Adding the land-package + airfare through the cruiseline helps raise more funds for Strength for Life.

Airfare assistance

Airfare can be quoted from most US airports with all classes of service. When purchasing airfare with the cruiseline, airport transfers are included at no additional cost. Flights can be secured with low deposits starting at $350 per person. By adding the land package + airfare through the cruiseline, you also help raise additional funds for Strength for Life.  Note: airfare schedules are not released until 10-11 months before travel. 

Travel Insurance

Insurance can be added to any booking. It is based on the age of the travelers and the total package price of the trip. To find the right policy for your needs, please reach out to Endless Routes Travel for assistance. Click here for info about insurance and an immediate quote. For anyone with pre-existing conditions, you need to purchase insurance within 21 days of the deposit. You only need to insure the deposit amount and can modify the insured amount at final payment.

Expert Travel Assistance

Jennifer Barnard, owner of Endless Routes Travel, participant at Strength for Life, 3x cancer survivor and Europe Travel expert will be your point of contact for anything related to this trip. If you need to discuss any travel-related questions, you can contact her to schedule a call. Prior to travel, a meeting will be arranged to go over all of the travel details so you feel comfortable and prepared for the trip.

Pricing

All pricing is in USD and based on double occupancy.
Pricing and availability subject to change until deposited.

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Port charges: $224.00 per person additional

Deposit: $400.00 per person + $250 per person donation

$250 per person will also be collected separately for the donation for Strength for Life (501c3). Amawaterways has provided us with a group discount of $250 per person, so this will not increase the overall price you pay compared to the public rates. The donation can be made via Paypal, Venmo, or via check. You will receive an annual statement from SFL that you can use for tax purposes.

Other details:

Past Guests: Above rates are combinable with standard past guest discounts and benefits.
Military discount (retired or active duty) $100 per person (proof of eligibility required at the time of deposit!)

Cancellation Policy

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