Embarkation from 4:00pm

Beautiful Passau is the starting point for your memorable Danube cruise. After embarkation, meet your fellow travelers at a Welcome Cocktail and Welcome Dinner.

Exclusive private concert on board

This morning presents an opportunity to visit the eye-catching Baroque Benedictine abbey of Melk. This Baroque jewel is filled with interior frescoes created by preeminent artists of the18th century, and a magnificent library with priceless manuscripts. During lunch on board, the ship continues to Dürnstein, a picturesque wine growers' village located in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Wachau Valley. Explore the village on a guided tour or choose to sample some of the region's famous “Grüner Veltliner“ wines during an excursion to a local vineyard.

After departure, enjoy dinner and an exclusive private concert onboard. The ship arrives in Vienna later this evening and remains overnight.

Walk through the gardens of Schönbrunn Castle

There is much to see and do in this Imperial capital city. A panoramic tour rewards you with views of the “Ringstrasse“ with its pompous buildings, the famous State Opera House, the Museum Quarter with historic and contemporary architecture and St. Stephen's Cathedral.

In the afternoon, continue your exploration or venture with the group to Schönbrunn Palace, the sumptuous former summer palace and gardens of Empress Maria Theresia. Be sure to explore the elegant Gloriette, a stunning hilltop pavilion offering panoramic views of the palace and Vienna‘s skyline. Alternatively, experience beautiful nature and active discovery on our guided bike tour through Vienna.

After a full day of adventures, enjoy dinner on board as the vessel departs.

Evening cruise Budapest with folklore show on board

After a relaxing morning on board, arrive in Budapest shortly before lunch. Spend the afternoon in this capital city, which uniquely straddles the Danube River. A large portion of this city is a World Heritage Site, including the banks of the Danube, the Buda castle quarter, Heroes' Square, and the Millennium Underground Railway. With 80 geothermal hot springs, the third largest parliament building in the world, and the second largest synagogue, there is truly something for everyone to enjoy in this bustling metropolis.

As a special treat this evening, local artists come on board to entertain with dances and music, as the vessel cruises the Danube through this iconic city by night. Remain overnight.

Explore rural Hungary

Hungary with a visit to the “Puszta“ or countryside. Food lovers can enjoy the alternative excursion “An Authentic Taste of Budapest“ which starts at the market hall. Admire Budapest's famous thermal baths and, finally, visit one of Budapest's numerous pastry shops, where you can order delicious cakes and pastry. The vessel departs from Budapest shortly after lunch and continues to Slovakia.

Relax on board or join the optional excursion to visit Szentendre, an artists' village with art museums and galleries, and Esztergom, the seat of the Hungarian Catholic church and former capital city. Those on the excursion rejoin the vessel in Esztergom before dinner. Watch the receding lights of the city as the vessel continues on its way.

Historic Old Town

Wake up in the capital city of Bratislava, Slovakia. Join the walking tour and see the home of the Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra, the old city walls, the summer residence of the archbishop and more. After lunch, the afternoon excursion to a small Carpathian winery offers many culinary delights. Rejoin the vessel in Hainburg.

Hiking in Linz

After lunch you will arrive in Linz, the third largest city in Austria. See the Mozarthaus and the Renaissance villas here, along with the main street and square, which boast unique churches and concert venues. For nature lovers, our active hiking tour around the Danube city offers magnificent views of Linz and the surrounding countryside. Later today, join us in the Panorama-Restaurant for an evening of glamour, great company, incredible food and wines at the Captain‘s Gala Dinner.

Disembarkation after breakfast

After breakfast, the AMADEUS crew bids you farewell. We hope to welcome you again soon!

Embarkation from 4:00pm

Beautiful Passau is the starting point for your memorable Danube cruise. After embarkation, meet your fellow travelers at a Welcome Cocktail and Welcome Dinner.

Exclusive private concert on board

On the banks of Emmersdorf, you'll feel the touch of history and mystery: The Benedictine Abbey of Melk rises before you. Our tour opens the doors to Austria's largest Baroque monastery. Afterward, nature unfolds its wealth — on a panoramic passage through the UNESCO-protected cultural landscape of the Wachau. Vineyards, castle ruins, charming towns — and in the middle of it all, you. After lunch, we take a closer look at the town of Dürnstein. Along the way, you'll sample delicious wines.

In the evening, things get especially lively: A waltz dance class on board will teach you how to glide elegantly in 3/4 time — the perfect way to prepare for your arrival in Vienna.

Walk through the gardens of Schönbrunn Castle

There is much to see and do in this Imperial capital city. A panoramic tour rewards you with views of the “Ringstrasse“ with its pompous buildings, the famous State Opera House, the Museum Quarter with historic and contemporary architecture and St. Stephen's Cathedral.

In the afternoon, continue your exploration or venture with the group to Schönbrunn Palace, the sumptuous former summer palace and gardens of Empress Maria Theresia. Be sure to explore the elegant Gloriette, a stunning hilltop pavilion offering panoramic views of the palace and Vienna‘s skyline. Alternatively, experience beautiful nature and active discovery on our guided bike tour through Vienna.

After a full day of exploration, enjoy dinner on board as the vessel departs.

Evening cruise Budapest with folklore show on board

A city built on cloud nine. That's how it seems, as one quickly falls in love with the "Queen of the Danube." In the morning, we dock and, after lunch, take you on a city tour through Buda and Pest. The Great Market Hall, Parliament Building, State Opera, Heroes' Square, Matthias Church, and Fishermen's Bastion — enjoy it all. And in the evening, when Budapest lights up, we start our illuminated city tour, spiced up with a fiery folklore show on board.

Explore rural Hungary

Is your anticipation already running high? Today, we head to the Puszta. In the seemingly endless plains, your longing for freedom grows beyond measure. The skilled horse riders will show you their talents in a thrilling equestrian show. Or do you still crave more of Budapest? Then you should experience the culinary side of Hungary's capital.

In the afternoon, you can visit the picturesque artists' village of Szentendre and the Visegrád Castle ruins. From here, the view of the Danube Bend is unforgettable. This is also true for the Basilica in Esztergom, where your ship has already docked. Just a few steps, and welcome back.

Historic Old Town

Wake up in the capital city of Bratislava, Slovakia. Join the walking tour and see the home of the Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra, the old city walls, the summer residence of the archbishop and more. After lunch, the afternoon excursion to a small Carpathian winery offers many culinary delights. Rejoin the vessel in Hainburg.

Hiking in Linz

After lunch, arrive in Linz, the third largest city in Austria. See the Mozarthaus and the Renaissance villas here, along with the main street and square, which boast unique churches and concert venues. For nature lovers, our active hiking tour around the Danube city offers magnificent views of Linz and the surrounding countryside. Later today, join us in the Panorama-Restaurant for an evening of glamour, great company, incredible food and wines at the Gala Dinner.

Disembarkation after breakfast

After breakfast, the AMADEUS crew bids you farewell. We hope to welcome you again soon!