12-Night Trip on AmaSonata

Melodies of the Danube (A Taste of Christmas Markets)

Cruise, Small Ship/Yacht, River cruise, Cruisetour

Budapest to Prague Cruisetour

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Journey along the Danube and see firsthand why this storied river has inspired generations of artists, poets and musicians. Indulge your passion for timeless architecture and art in four magnificent capitals: Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna and Prague. Let the hills come alive with the sounds of music in Salzburg and the Austrian Lake District. Cruise through the enchanting Strudengau Valley and let the melodies of the Danube carry you from one gem to another on a regal journey through time.
12 Nights Starting At
December 22, 2025 through January 03, 2026
Book by:
December 18, 2025 7:00 PM
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About AmaSonata

Ship Overview
AmaSonata
Introduced in 2014, the award-winning AmaSonata sings her melodious tune down Europe’s great rivers. Most accommodations have twin balconies, so you can enjoy the ever-changing scenery however you wish, along with amenities like Entertainment-On-Demand, high-speed Internet access and English-language TV stations. A soft color palette in each stateroom calms the mind for relaxation, but when you’re ready to get active, head to the fitness center or up to the Sun Deck to the heated pool. Crisp white tablecloths and napkins grace the tables in the subdued Main Dining Room, while The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant highlights its 5-star multi-course cuisine with gold-hued tones and a twinkling overhead centerpiece. With a stunning Main Lounge, tranquil library, sun-deck walking track, massage and hair salon, and gift shop, you’ll never find a dull moment—and will sing AmaSonata’s praises while sailing on board.
Ship Details
Ship's Registry
Switzerland
Year Built
2014
Ship Length
443 ft
Ship Beam
38 ft
Total Capacity
162
Crew Size
51
Laundromats
Number of Decks
4
Deck Plan Details
Deck plans are not yet available
Daily Options
AMAWaterways: Melodies of the Danube (Taste of Christmas)

Day 1
Budapest
Hotel check-in

Day 2
Budapest
“Hidden Budapest” tour

Day 3
Budapest
EMBARKATION
Illuminations cruise

Day 4
Budapest
Buda city tour
OR Castle Hill hike
Pest city tour

Day 5
Bratislava
“Coronation City” walking tour
OR Bratislava Castle hike
OR Tastes of Slovakia

Day 6
Vienna
City tour
OR Vienna bike tour
Free time

Day 7
Weissenkirchen
Highlights of Dürnstein and Melk Abbey
OR Weissenkirchen to Melk bike tour
OR Weissenkirchen walking tour and Melk Abbey
OR Dürnstein excursion with wine and apricots tastings

Dürnstein
OR Dürnstein fortress hike

Ybbs
Scenic cruising of Strudengau Valley

Grein
Exclusive castle visit with private reception

Day 8
Linz
Full-day Salzburg excursion
OR Full-day Ceský Krumlov excursion
OR “UNESCO City of Media Arts” walking tour
OR “Cultural Mile” bike tour

Day 9
Passau
“City of Three Rivers” walking tour
OR Passau bike tour
OR Passau Castle hike

Vilshofen
Exclusive Oktoberfest celebration

Day 10
Vilshofen
DISEMBARKATION
Transfer to Regensburg

Regensburg
UNESCO city highlights tour

Prague
Hotel check-in

Day 11
Prague
“Golden City of a Hundred Spires” tour
OR Prague Castle hike

Day 12
Prague
Czech beer tasting

Day 13
Prague
Return flight home
Ship Overview
Ship Overview
AmaSonata
Introduced in 2014, the award-winning AmaSonata sings her melodious tune down Europe’s great rivers. Most accommodations have twin balconies, so you can enjoy the ever-changing scenery however you wish, along with amenities like Entertainment-On-Demand, high-speed Internet access and English-language TV stations. A soft color palette in each stateroom calms the mind for relaxation, but when you’re ready to get active, head to the fitness center or up to the Sun Deck to the heated pool. Crisp white tablecloths and napkins grace the tables in the subdued Main Dining Room, while The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant highlights its 5-star multi-course cuisine with gold-hued tones and a twinkling overhead centerpiece. With a stunning Main Lounge, tranquil library, sun-deck walking track, massage and hair salon, and gift shop, you’ll never find a dull moment—and will sing AmaSonata’s praises while sailing on board.
Ship Details
Ship's Registry
Switzerland
Year Built
2014
Ship Length
443 ft
Ship Beam
38 ft
Total Capacity
162
Crew Size
51
Laundromats
Number of Decks
4
Deck Plan Details
Deck plans are not yet available
AMAWaterways: Melodies of the Danube (Taste of Christmas)

Day 1
Budapest
Hotel check-in

Day 2
Budapest
“Hidden Budapest” tour

Day 3
Budapest
EMBARKATION
Illuminations cruise

Day 4
Budapest
Buda city tour
OR Castle Hill hike
Pest city tour

Day 5
Bratislava
“Coronation City” walking tour
OR Bratislava Castle hike
OR Tastes of Slovakia

Day 6
Vienna
City tour
OR Vienna bike tour
Free time

Day 7
Weissenkirchen
Highlights of Dürnstein and Melk Abbey
OR Weissenkirchen to Melk bike tour
OR Weissenkirchen walking tour and Melk Abbey
OR Dürnstein excursion with wine and apricots tastings

Dürnstein
OR Dürnstein fortress hike

Ybbs
Scenic cruising of Strudengau Valley

Grein
Exclusive castle visit with private reception

Day 8
Linz
Full-day Salzburg excursion
OR Full-day Ceský Krumlov excursion
OR “UNESCO City of Media Arts” walking tour
OR “Cultural Mile” bike tour

Day 9
Passau
“City of Three Rivers” walking tour
OR Passau bike tour
OR Passau Castle hike

Vilshofen
Exclusive Oktoberfest celebration

Day 10
Vilshofen
DISEMBARKATION
Transfer to Regensburg

Regensburg
UNESCO city highlights tour

Prague
Hotel check-in

Day 11
Prague
“Golden City of a Hundred Spires” tour
OR Prague Castle hike

Day 12
Prague
Czech beer tasting

Day 13
Prague
Return flight home
About AmaWaterways
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Family-owned and operated for more than 21 years, AmaWaterways offers unparalleled river cruise experiences with 29 custom-designed ships sailing Europe’s Danube, Douro, Rhine, Moselle, Main, Rhône, Saône, Seine, Garonne and Dordogne Rivers, and Dutch and Belgian Waterways; Southeast Asia’s Mekong River; Africa’s Chobe River; Egypt’s Nile River and Colombia’s Magdalena River (2024). Co-founded by pioneering river cruise executives Rudi Schreiner, Kristin Karst and Jimmy Murphy, the company is renowned for its warm and welcoming crew; innovative and sustainable ship design; wellness activities (including a wide choice of included small group shore excursions featuring biking and hiking options); and award-winning, locally sourced cuisine paired with complimentary fine wine. Modern, spacious and tastefully decorated, most AmaWaterways ships welcome an average of just 150 guests and feature onboard amenities such as a stunning Main Lounge, specialty Chef’s Table restaurant, hair and massage salons, Sun Deck walking track, and heated outdoor swimming pools with swim-up bars. AmaWaterways leads the river cruise industry in innovation, highlighted by the launch of the revolutionary AmaMagna. The company also offers a variety of themed sailings and brand relationships, with sailings geared towards active travelers and families, as well as group and charter options.

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About AmaWaterways
Family-owned and operated for more than 21 years, AmaWaterways offers unparalleled river cruise experiences with 29 custom-designed ships sailing Europe’s Danube, Douro, Rhine, Moselle, Main, Rhône, Saône, Seine, Garonne and Dordogne Rivers, and Dutch and Belgian Waterways; Southeast Asia’s Mekong River; Africa’s Chobe River; Egypt’s Nile River and Colombia’s Magdalena River (2024). Co-founded by pioneering river cruise executives Rudi Schreiner, Kristin Karst and Jimmy Murphy, the company is renowned for its warm and welcoming crew; innovative and sustainable ship design; wellness activities (including a wide choice of included small group shore excursions featuring biking and hiking options); and award-winning, locally sourced cuisine paired with complimentary fine wine. Modern, spacious and tastefully decorated, most AmaWaterways ships welcome an average of just 150 guests and feature onboard amenities such as a stunning Main Lounge, specialty Chef’s Table restaurant, hair and massage salons, Sun Deck walking track, and heated outdoor swimming pools with swim-up bars. AmaWaterways leads the river cruise industry in innovation, highlighted by the launch of the revolutionary AmaMagna. The company also offers a variety of themed sailings and brand relationships, with sailings geared towards active travelers and families, as well as group and charter options.

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Prices are per-person based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted.