04/16/2021
Which River Cruise is Best for First-Time River Cruisers?
There is no more quintessential experience for first-time river cruisers than Europe’s legendary Danube River.
With AmaWaterways, you will be treated to the luxury of space and stunning views aboard award-winning river cruise ships accommodating an average of just 150 guests. On board, all fine dining in multiple venues is included, as are complimentary wines, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner, a variety of daily excursion choices, evening Sip & Sail cocktail hours, and high-quality Wi-Fi throughout the ship.
AmaWaterways’ most popular 7-night Danube River itineraries take you to the heart of grand capitals and charming hamlets as you cruise through Germany, Austria, Slovakia and Hungary. Active guests will enjoy their morning exercise classes before heading off on a biking tour or hiking to hilltop castles like Passau’s Veste Oberhaus overlooking the confluence of three rivers, and Dürnstein Fortress, where Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned. Traveling with two generations or more or celebrating a milestone event with friends and family? The line’s gentle walker and late-riser tours ensure that every guest, regardless of activity level, is able to enjoy a personalized experience.
Aside from the thoughtful service of their extraordinary crew, the best parts of sailing with AmaWaterways are the authentic excursions and exclusive experiences curated by their visionary co-founder, Rudi Schreiner, who grew up at the heart of the Danube. From an intimate Oktoberfest celebration in Vilshofen, Germany to a visit to Austria’s distinctive Greinburg Castle, these unforgettable experiences are only available to AmaWaterways guests.
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Also exclusive to AmaWaterways on the Danube River is its award-winning ship, AmaMagna. Ocean cruisers who appreciate personal space and ample choices in how to spend their time on board will revel in the luxury of more aboard this innovative ship. Twice as wide as traditional river cruise ships, AmaMagna boasts spacious 355-710 sq.ft. suites, four unique restaurants, five bars, an onboard cinema and the Zen Wellness Studio, where guests will find a spacious fitness center, two massage rooms, outdoor spin bikes and a juice bar. AmaMagna has its own special itinerary personally curated by Rudi Schreiner, the 7-night Magna on the Danube between Budapest, Hungary and Vilshofen, Germany. Among the exclusive experiences offered is an evening wine experience just for AmaWaterways guests at the historic Klosterhof Restaurant in Spitz – an intimate Austrian village where no other ship may dock when AmaMagna is in port.
Food and wine connoisseurs will find the ultimate epicurean experience on special Celebration of Wine River Cruises. Alongside an expert Wine Host from a renowned winery in North America, guests will sip world-famous Grüner Veltliners, Rieslings and more while sailing through Austria’s UNESCO-designated Wachau Valley. In addition to the wine-specific excursions at celebrated wineries and cellars, your Wine Host will also lead wine tastings and discussions on board and assist in designing a wine pairing dinner customized for your sailing.
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Wish to extend your Danube River journey? Add an optional land package before or after your cruise in fascinating cities such as Prague, Czech Republic and Budapest, Hungary. Unique in the industry, your Cruise Manager accompanies you during AmaWaterways’ land packages, which include stays at leading four- and five-star hotels, daily breakfast and immersive city tours.
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For added peace of mind, AmaWaterways is proud to be the only US-based river cruise line with successful operating experience in 2020 and offers flexible limited-time policies as well as a comprehensive Cruise Protection Plan. Contact your Expedia Cruises Vacation Consultant for details.
Discover why you should experience Europe’s legendary Danube with AmaWaterways, the Heart of the River™.
