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Legendary Danube from $2399


12 Days (12 Days - Spend 3 nights in Prague, then enjoy a fascinating cruise from Nuremberg to Budapest)

Start your voyage by spending 3 nights in historic Prague, also called the "City of a Hundred Spires". Celebrate the beauty and history of the Danube, Europe's second largest river. Cruise from Nuremberg, on the Main-Danube Canal, across the Continental Divide, and along the way visit charming towns and marvel at beautiful vistas. In the Bavarian cities of Hilpoltstein and Regensburg you will be treated, respectively, to a music performance and a Bavarian Folklore night. In Passau you have the exciting option of visiting Salzburg. Enter Austria, via Melk, and cruise through the lush Wachau wine region. Then conclude your Danubian river cruise vacation with two grand old imperial capitals, magnificent Vienna and vibrant Budapest.

Special Inclusions:  

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River Cruise Features
All Transfers with the Purchase of Cruise, Land & Air package All local Taxes
Services of Professional Cruise Manager All English Language on board in a non-smoking Environment (smoking permitted only on the Sun Deck)
Special Highlights including Lectures, Theme Dinners, Cooking Demonstration, onboard Music Performances and afternoon & evening Piano Music Use of Bicycles to explore on your own
Bottled Water in every stateroom replenished daily Multiple Dining Venues on select vessels
Infotainment System in all Staterooms with Free Internet, Hit Movies, Music Library and English Language TV?Stations 3 Nights Hotel Accommodation in Prague including daily Buffet Breakfast
Transfer from the Hotel in Prague to the Ship in Nuremberg 7 Nights Deluxe Cruise Accommodation in an Outside Stateroom - 82% of the Staterooms with large French Balconies (Twin Balconies on select vessels)
Terry Bathrobes and White-on-white plush Bedding in all Staterooms Superb Dining with all Meals included during your Cruise
Daily Sightseeing Program as outlined in the Itinerary

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Daily Features


Day   Destination   Activities
1
  Overnight   flight to Czech Republic
2
  Prague   Transfer to hotel
3
  Prague   City tour
4
  Prague   Terezin optional tour
5
  Prague   Transfer to Karlovy Vary

  Karlovy Vary   Free time

  Nuremberg   EMBARKATION

    Welcome Cocktail & Dinner
6
  Nuremberg   Medieval Nuremberg OR World War II

    Cruise Main-Danube Canal

    Lecture on canal project

  Hilpoltstein   Crossing Continental Divide
7
  Regensburg   Walking tour

    OR Audi factory tour (when available)

    Optional Weltenberg Abbey

    OR guided bicycle tour
8
  Passau   Walking tour

  Salzburg   Optional Salzburg excursion

  Linz   Free evening
9
  Melk   Benedictine Abbey tour

    Wachau Valley cruise

  Vienna   Optional evening concert
10
  Vienna   City tour
11
  Budapest   City tour & Illuminations Cruise
12
  Budapest   DISEMBARKATION
Day   Destination   Activities
7
  Regensburg   OR Audi factory tour (when available)

    Optional Weltenberg Abbey

    OR guided bicycle tour
8
  Passau   Walking tour

  Salzburg   Optional Salzburg excursion

  Linz   Free evening
9
  Melk   Benedictine Abbey tour

    Wachau Valley cruise

  Vienna   Optional evening concert
10
  Vienna   City tour
11
  Budapest   City tour & Illuminations Cruise
12
  Budapest   DISEMBARKATION
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Itinerary


Day 1, Depart USA
Board your overnight flight to Prague, Czech Republic.

Day 2, Arrive In Prague, Czech Republic
Arrive in Prague and transfer to your hotel. The balance of the day is free to start exploring this beautiful city.

Day 3, Prague
Your morning's sightseeing tour reveals why Prague is considered one of Europe's most attractive cities, with its historic city center recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will see Wenceslas Square and the Metronome overlooking the Vltava River before arriving at the1,000-year-old Hradcany Castle for a visit. Afterwards, walk over Charles Bridge to the Old Market Square and see the Church of Tyn and the famous Astronomical Clock. This evening, an optional Folklore Dinner Show provides an opportunity to learn about Czech music, dance and traditions. (B)

Day 4, Prague
Spend a day at your leisure or participate in an optional tour to Terezin, the infamous Nazi WWII concentration camp, now serving as a memorial to those who perished. (B)

Day 5, Prague - Karlovy Vary - Embarkation - Nuremberg, Germany
Depart from Prague after breakfast via motor coach and enjoy a stop in Karlovy Vary, better known by its German name, Carlsbad, famous for its Bohemian Spas. After lunch, drive through the pastoral (Bohemian) countryside to Nuremberg, the capital of Franconia. Tonight, meet your fellow passengers at the Welcome Dinner. The ship will moor overnight in Nuremberg. (B,D)

Day 6, Nuremberg - Crossing The Continental Divide.
Today, take the Medieval History of Nuremberg tour and see the storybook 900-year-old ramparts that surround this historic city and the Imperial Castle. Previously one of Europe's greatest trade towns, you will see some of the original city walls and towers constructed around Nuremberg. Another option is the World War II history tour to explore Nuremberg during the time of the Third Reich. Designated the 'City of the Reichsparteitage' (Nazi Party Rallies), you will visit the Zeppelin Field and Rally grounds. Visit the Coliseum and the Justice Palace where the War Crimes Tribunal sat in 1946 (when available). (B,L,D)

Day 7, Regensburg
This morning's scenic cruising takes you through the final stretch of the Main-Danube Canal to arrive in magnificent Regensburg, one of Germany's best preserved medieval cities. A guided tour will show you the city's architectural highlights, including the Old Town Hall and the Porta Praetoria - gates to an ancient Roman fort which was built in 179 AD. In the alternative, visit the Audi Factory in Ingolstadt, where a member of the Audi team will take you on a guided tour of the Audi Car Museum or Factory Floor (subject to availability). In the afternoon, you are free to join the optional excursion to beautiful Weltenburg Abbey and see the scenic Danube Gorge (seasonal) or take a guided bike tour to visit the Walhalla Temple which honors distinguished Germans throughout history. (B,L,D)

Day 8, Passau - Linz, Austria
After breakfast, arrive in picturesque Passau, where the Inn and Ilz rivers join the Danube. You have your choice of a Passau walking tour or an optional excursion to Salzburg. The 2,000-year-old city is noted for its Gothic and Italian Baroque architecture. Walk the cobblestone streets of the Old Town where you will see the fortifications and St. Stephan's Cathedral, home to the largest cathedral organ in the world. If you choose the optional Salzburg excursion, you will begin your walking tour of the historic center, famous as the setting for the 'Sound of Music' and as the birthplace of Mozart. Enjoy free time on your own, before returning to the ship which is now docked in Linz. After dinner, perhaps take a walk through this delightful town, Austria's third largest city and a major river port. (B,L,D)

Day 9, Melk - Vienna
Cruise through the narrow Strudengau and reach the Wachau Valley early this morning. Your guided tour takes you to Melk's magnificent Benedictine Abbey. Return to the ship for lunch, before you cruise the romantic Wachau Valley. Arrive in Vienna, after dinner and explore the magnificent Austrian capital on your own or enjoy an optional evening Mozart and Strauss concert. (B,L,D)

Day 10, Vienna
Savor the Baroque elegance of romantic Vienna on the guided city tour which includes the world famous Vienna Opera House, the majestic Ringstrasse, the awe-inspiring St. Stephen's Cathedral and more. The tour is followed by free time in the city center to shop for souvenirs or sample some of Vienna's famous pastries. In the alternative, join an optional tour to the Imperial Schönbrunn Palace, which is a fine example of Baroque architecture. (B,L,D)

Day 11, Budapest, Hungary
This morning, a sightseeing tour takes you to historic Buda Castle from where you can enjoy a splendid view of the twin cities of Buda and Pest spread over both banks of the River. Your tour also features the distinctive Fisherman's Bastion, the marvelous Royal Palace, St. Stephen's Basilica, the famous Heroes' square and more. An afternoon optional excursion takes you back to the Hungarian Revolution of 1956. What started out as a student demonstration, quickly spread across the country causing an uprising against the Communist regime. After dinner, the ship will sail a special 'Illuminations Cruise' past the illuminated river front of Budapest. (B,L,D)

Day 12, Depart Budapest
Bid farewell to Budapest and transfer to the airport for your homeward flight. (B)

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Rates


Dates & Prices for 2012

Rates (except cruise portion) indicated on the website are subject to currency fluctuations.  For an accurate rate, please call our Reservations Department at 1-800-935-5000.

Once we have received the deposit on your booking, the land price is guaranteed from any future fluctuations in the rate of exchange.


Dates: Ship Name: Start City:
Cruise
Cruise+Land
Air+Cruise+Land
 
Rates for 2012 * *
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May. 26, 2012 AmaLegro Prague
  $2,899  
  $3,589  
   
Jun. 9, 2012 AmaLegro Prague
  $2,899  
  $3,589  
   
Jun. 24, 2012 AmaCerto Prague
  $2,799  
  $3,489  
   
Jul. 22, 2012 AmaCerto Prague
  $2,799  
  $3,489  
   
Jul. 28, 2012 AmaLyra Prague
  $2,799  
  $3,489  
   
Aug. 19, 2012 AmaCerto Prague
  $2,799  
  $3,489  
   
Sep. 8, 2012 Amalegro Prague
  $2,999  
  $3,689  
   
Sep. 16. 2012 AmaCerto Prague
  $2,999  
  $3,689  
   
Sep. 30, 2012 AmaCerto Prague
  $2,999  
  $3,689  
   

Show rates for further dates? Yes No

Oct. 6, 2012 AmaLegro Prague
  $2,799  
  $3,489  
   
Oct. 28, 2012 AmaCerto Prague
  $2,399  
  $3,089  
   
Oct. 31. 2012 AmaDolce Prague
  $2,399  
  $3,089  
   
Nov. 3, 2012 AmaLegro Prague
  $2,399  
  $3,089  
   
Nov. 11, 2012 AmaCerto Prague
  $2,399  
  $3,089  
   
 
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Associated Hotels


 
Hotel Class
City
★★
★★★
★★★★
★★★★★
Prague
Intercontinental Prague
 
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Special Airfares are available for this selected packages.

Plus applicable airport taxes and fees.

Conditions for 2012
PORT CHARGES: $147 per person

Single Supplement for Cruise: 50% of twin price; Jr. Suites 100% of twin price

Single Supplement for Land $ $390 per person
Prices are per person in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom with window. To upgrade to a higher Category, add per person:

CAT.     DECK                              STATEROOM                  PRICE
D          Piano                                       Window                           $199
C          Violin/Cello                                French Balcony             $579
B          Violin/Cello                                French Balcony             $799
A          Violin                                       French Balcony               $889
BB         Celio (AmaCerto)                   French/outside Balcony     $999
BA         Violin (AmaCerto)                  French/outside Balcony     $1099
AB         Violin/Celio (AmaCerto)           French/outside Balcony     $1299
AA         Violin (AmaCerto)                  French/outside Balcony     $1499
A+         Violin                                      French Balcony               $1499
S          Violin                                        French Balcony               $1899
SS         Violin (AmaCerto)                   French/outside Balcony     $2199

NOTE: Please select bedding configuration at the time of booking. The choices are:
Choice A: Two twin beds
Choice B: One large bed (larger than queen size)

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Ship Information


MS AmaWaterways Sister Ships

AMAWATERWAYS owns and operates the newest, most state-of-the-art fleet of river cruise vessels in Europe. Since its debut in 2002, the line has redefined European river cruising with innovations that have set new standards in the industry.  Each Ship in the MS Amadeus fleet carries 148 passengers in unequaled luxury, comfort and style and is staffed by a highly-trained professional crew, with an ongoing emphasis on personal service. Staterooms: Inside your exquisitely decorated stateroom, you'll find all the amenities of a fine hotel with white-on-white plush bedding, a cozy sitting area, Infotainment System, hair dryer, safe, terry bathrobes, individually controlled air-conditioning and ample closet space. All staterooms and Jr. Suites are outside; over 82% feature large French balconies, which are a true delight when relaxing in your stateroom. Junior Suites: aboard our ship are extra spacious at 255 square feet, featuring a comfortable sitting area with a sofa and two chairs, floor-to-ceiling windows with French balconies and luxurious, bathrooms with bathtubs and showers.



Amenities

State-of-the-art Public Areas. This vessel features an array of amenities specifically designed for comfort, convenience and luxury with The latest high-tech features: Wellness Area: Located in the aft area of the Violin Deck, including a glassed-in fitness room, massage and beauty salon. The ship has an Elevator, which very few river cruise ships feature, reaching four different levels: the Restaurant level (1), the Staterooms on the Cello Deck (2), the Lobby and Panorama Lounge (3) and the Staterooms on the Violin Deck (4). Infotainment Systems: Every stateroom is equipped with monitor, keyboard with Internet access, English language TV stations, a large movie selection and numerous music programs. Our satellite telephone system allows you to call home for a nominal fee. Bicycles: Each ship has plenty of bicycles which can be used to explore the small towns. Most regions offer well-maintained bicycle river side paths.



Dining

Our onboard each of the ships culinary staff offers sophisticated menus comprised of wonderful soups, fresh produce, high quality choice cut meats, and fresh fish and seafood. Start your day with a lavish gourmet champagne breakfast buffet. Choose from a rich assortment of breads, croissants and pastries, a variety of fresh fruit, yogurt, cereals, and smoked salmon. Sample the delicious cheeses, cold cuts and local sausages, as well as our daily regional specials. Return from your shore excursion to a delicious lunch with mouth-watering hot or cold appetizers, homemade soups, a selection of great entrees, finish off with a delectable dessert and complimentary cappuccino. In the evening, be our honored guest for an elegant dinner or a traditional theme night with a feast of regional specialties. Enjoy delicious cuisine and complimentary free-flowing wines from the local vintners. A truly memorable dining experience.



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Optional Excursions


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Sightseeing Tours