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Exclusive Christmas Market Cruise
on the
AmaBella
Iconic Christmas Markets
Iconic Christmas Markets
7-Night Cruise
Cruise From: Nuremberg to Budapest
Cruise From: Nuremberg to Budapest
Travel back through centuries as you walk along cobblestone streets through grand cities and historic towns bedecked with twinkling Christmas trees and lined with wooden huts gleaming with handcrafted treasures. Iconic Christmas Markets are plentiful and are on full display for your pleasure. Nuremberg’s festive Christkindlesmarkt, the largest and oldest Christmas Market in Germany; Regensburg’s Artisan Christmas Market at Thurn and Taxis Castle, considered one of Bavaria’s most beautiful and romantic; Vienna with its impressive Christmas Markets that seem to majestically appear around every corner; and Budapest, where products sold in the market are traditionally handmade. Revel in a feast for the senses: sparkling lights; festive sounds of children dressed as angels singing carols; and enticing smells of hot-mulled wine, roasted chestnuts, sausages and sweet treats of every kind.
Monday & Tuesday Day 1 & 2
Nuremberg, Germany
Monday & Tuesday Day 1 & 2
Nuremberg, Germany
Join a city tour of WWII highlights and then walk through Nuremberg’s cobblestone streets to the Imperial Castle and 900-year-old city ramparts, followed by a visit to Nuremberg’s Christkindlesmarkt, one of the world’s largest and most famous Christmas Markets. You can also choose to spend the entire morning exploring this iconic Christmas Market. For those looking for a taste of Nuremberg, depart for Nuremberg Imperial Castle and visit City Brewery where you will delight your palate with savory Nuremberg sausage and beer. Then continue to Sebalder Kirche (church) where you will nibble on sweet and spicy lebkuchen, a baked treat similar to gingerbread. End the day crossing the Continental Divide via the Main-Danube Canal.
Wednesday Day 3
Regensburg, Germany
Wednesday Day 3
Regensburg, Germany
Regensburg is one of Germany’s best preserved medieval cities, as well as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Join a guided walking tour showcasing the city’s architectural highlights, including the Old Town Hall and the Porta Praetoria, before visiting the Old Town Christmas Market. As an alternate option, sample some of Bavaria’s specialties—beer, sausage and pretzels. Or bike to the base of Walhalla where there is a neoclassical white marble temple inspired by the Parthenon in Athens. For those in a festive mood, head to one of Bavaria’s most beautiful and romantic Christmas Markets at Thurn and Taxis, where you can watch artisans make their unique arts and crafts.
Thursday Day 4
Passau, Germany
Thursday Day 4
Passau, Germany
Discover the City of Three Rivers in Passau, Wander Passau’s old town in a “City of Three Rivers” walking tour, hike Castle Hill (Veste Oberhaus), or pedal along the banks on a scenic bike tour.
Friday Day 5
Melk, Austria
Friday Day 5
Melk, Austria
Visit the Hilltop Melk Abbey and Dürnstein in the Wachau. The hilltop Melk Abbey is a detour-worthy masterpiece of baroque design and history. After, take a walking tour of Dürnstein, hike to the fortress ruins, or bike through nearby vineyards.
Saturday Day 6
Vienna, Austria
Saturday Day 6
Vienna, Austria
Explore Vienna’s imperial splendors and festive markets, where music, history, and holiday magic intertwine. Discover the magic of Vienna, the “City of Waltzes,” on a tour of its regal landmarks, which includes the Opera House and former Imperial Palace. Visit the city’s iconic and festive Christmas Markets. Adventurous passengers can enjoy a guided bike ride along the Danube, followed by a visit to Schönbrunn Palace Christmas Market.
Sunday & Monday Day 7 & 8
Budapest, Hungary
Sunday & Monday Day 7 & 8
Budapest, Hungary
Enjoy the best of Budapest, from Castle Hill’s fairytale turrets to the glittering Christmas markets along the Danube. Explore both the Buda and Pest sides of Budapest, starting in the Castle District to admire Fisherman’s Bastion, Matthias Church, and panoramic city views. Visit the festive Christmas Markets or hike up Castle Hill for a more active experience. In the afternoon, discover Pest’s highlights, including the Hungarian Parliament Building, Heroes’ Square, and the poignant “Shoes on the Danube Bank” memorial.
AmaBella
AmaBella
Isn’t she lovely? Newly reimagined in 2021, the graceful AmaBella is a stunning river ship, unique in her own right. The intimate lounge is an inviting place to grab a cocktail and the thoughtfully redesigned reception area, adorned with charming pieces of contemporary art, provides a warm welcome after a day exploring ashore. Most staterooms feature signature twin balconies so you can enjoy the views however you wish, as well as Entertainment-On-Demand and marble bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads. Elegant suites feature added enhancements, including a large sitting area and an expansive bathroom complete with a bathtub and separate shower. You’ll also find a massage and hair salon on board, a fitness room, specialty coffee station and a gift shop. An expansive Sun Deck with a heated pool offers special moments of pure relaxation. Mealtimes are a feast for the senses in the Main Restaurant and at The Chef’s Table where you will witness Ama’s chefs in action through a glass-walled kitchen. A new “Café Bistro” is the perfect al fresco setting to play cards, mingle or enjoy a light lunch. Throughout your journey on the Danube, you may catch sight of AmaVerde, AmaBella’s “secret lover.” The two ships cross paths as they sail opposite directions, catching brief moments together as they rendezvous in select ports along the Danube River.
Exclusive Rates
Exclusive Rates
SS ~ Violin Deck
Suite, 350 sq.ft
$7,084.00 Per Person
AA ~ Violin Deck
French & Outside Balcony, 235 sq.ft
$6,114.00 Per Person
AB ~ Cello Deck
French & Outside Balcony, 235 sq.ft
$5,974.00 Per Person
BA ~ Violin Deck
French & Outside Balcony, 210 sq.ft
$5,834.00 Per Person
BB ~ Cello Deck
French & Outside Balcony, 210 sq.ft
$5,704.00 Per Person
C ~ Cello Deck
French Balcony, 170 sq.ft
$5,284.00 Per Person
D ~ Piano Deck
Fixed Window, 170 sq.ft
$4,224.00 Per Person
E ~ Piano Deck
Fixed Window, 170 sq.ft
$4,184.00 Per Person
Rates are per person, based on double occupancy. Includes everything below.
Rates are per person, based on double occupancy. Includes everything below.
Whats Included
Whats Included
Accommodation during the cruise
All gourmet meals onboard (Early Riser Coffee and Croissants, a Rich Breakfast, a Festive Lunch, Afternoon Tea & Coffee with Cake, Cookies & Sandwiches and a Multi-Course Dinner;
24 hours unlimited Selected Premium liquors, beer, wine and soft drinks; the drinks package includes beverages by the glass including selected premium liquors, Aperitifs, Champagne Cocktails, Liqueurs, Long Drinks, Bitters, sparkling wine as well as regional wines, but not Fancy Cocktails, Martinis, Champagne or other imported or vintage wines.
Captain’s Welcome Champagne Reception and Gala Dinner and Captains Farewell Champagne Reception and Gala Dinner plus several Theme Dinners
Choice of dining options at no additional cost including the main dining salon and an intimate Chef’s Table Restaurant where the Chef prepares the meal in person
Free Coffee, Tea, Ice-Water and Ice-Tea are included all day. Cappuccino, Latte and Espresso can be requested free of charge during all meals! Complimentary coffee & tea station available 24 hours.
Bottled water, fluffy bathrobes and slippers are provided free of charge in each cabin
Use of the Heated Swimming Pool on the Sun Deck and use of the indoor fitness equipment free of charge
Complimentary Wellness Program with qualified fitness instructor
Use of the Bicycles and helmets onboard free of charge
Complimentary use of the internet onboard (strictly subject to availability)
Complimentary In-Cabin Movies
Every AmaWaterways vessel is equipped with an elevator; however, please check the deck plan to see if it goes to the lowest passenger deck and kindly note that none service the Sun Deck
Daily live piano music in the Lounge during Afternoon & Tea Service as well as after dinner;
Daily shore excursion program during the cruise with English speaking guides. Use of our Quiet vox headsets is also included at no additional cost.
Prepaid Gratuities to cover Cruise Manager, Crew, bus drivers and guides for all included excursions
Port Charges, Taxes and fees
Services of a professional English Speaking Cruise Director
Not Included
Use of the Telephone in each cabin for ship to shore calls
Items purchased in the Gift Shop
Optional shore excursions that might be offered in addition to our daily included shore excursion program
Flights, transfers and pre or post hotels are not included and will be offered once available.
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