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AMA River Cruise: Melodies of the Danube
Sep 11 - 24, 2026
14 Days
Low - High
EARLY BOOKING BONUS: $300 OFF PER PERSON
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 three magnificent capitals: Budapest, Bratislava and Vienna. 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.
TOUR INCLUSIONS:
- Round trip flights with transfers to and from Toronto Pearson International Airport
- 7 nights luxury accommodation in an outside stateroom (most with twin balconies)
- 2 nights hotel in Budapest at the Marriott or Dorothea Hotel, Autograph Collection (or similar), including tour and daily breakfast; and transfer to ship
- 3 nights hotel in Prague at the Marriott (or similar), including city tour, Czech beer tasting and daily breakfast
- Transfer from the ship in Vilshofen to Regensburg with city tour and then on to Prague
- Entertainment-On-Demand in all staterooms featuring free high-speed internet access, movies, a music library and English language TV stations
- Mini-fridge, desk and sitting area, Bottled water replenished daily, Internet and Wi-Fi access
- Wellness Activities with a dedicated Wellness Host leading various exercise classes
- Personalized service from a highly trained Cruise Manager during both cruise and land packages
- Sun-deck pool with swim-up bar and walking track, Fitness room
- Main Lounge with panoramic views and bar
- Daily entertainment including cultural performances
- All onboard dining in a variety of venues, regionally inspired cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients
- The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant and La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs exclusive dining experience
- Welcome Cocktail, Welcome Dinner, La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Dinner, Captain’s Cocktail and Gala Dinner
- Unlimited fine wine, beer & soft drinks with lunch & dinner and sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast
- Sip & Sail Cocktail Hour with complimentary wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks
- Tapas, sandwiches, snacks and refreshments served daily in the Main Lounge
- Immersive tours in every destination. Gentle, regular, active and late-riser tour options
- Bike tours and hikes, Special interest tours, Knowledgeable guides, Personal headset for easy exploration
- Airport transfers with purchase of air from AmaWaterways
- Services of a Professional Maple Leaf Tour Director
- All taxes and service charges (except for Tour Director and Driver)
- NOT INCLUDED: Discretional Gratuities for Local Guides on your selected excursions
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 three magnificent capitals: Budapest, Bratislava and Vienna. 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.
Day 1 
Sep 11, 2026
Welcome one and all to the Maple Leaf Lounge at the Kingston Shrine Club (3260 Princess Street at Collins Bay Road), check in with your Maple Leaf Tour Director and get to know your travelling companions before we depart for our flight to Budapest from Toronto Pearson Airport.
Friday, September 11 – Toronto to Budapest AC942
Depart Toronto 7:00 pm | Arrive Budapest 9:40 am
Thursday, September 24 – Prague to Toronto
Depart Prague LH13397 2:30 pm | Arrive Frankfurt 3:40 pm
Depart Frankfurt AC843 5:05 pm | Arrive Toronto 7:30 pm
Day 2
Sep 12, 2026
Arrive in Budapest where we will meet our coach and our AMA Waterways concierge, we will transfer us to our hotel for the next three nights. After check-in, you’ll have time to relax and unwind or if you prefer explore all that Budapest has to offer!
Day 3
Sep 13, 2026
Budapest is one of Europe’s most regal and storied cities—and many of its most iconic sights are just off the banks of the Danube. Often described as the “Queen of the Danube,” Budapest is well-known for Fisherman’s Bastion, Buda Hill and its magnificent Hungarian Parliament building. However, this sprawling city is full of rich history and culture and offers many “hidden” treasures as you venture further past its river banks. During this excursion, your guide will take you deeper into the city to discover fascinating sites lesser-known to the average traveler. (B)
Day 4
Sep 14, 2026
Check out of your hotel to board your luxurious ship. (B,D)
Day 5
Sep 15, 2026
Today you have the opportunity to visit both the Buda (hilly) and Pest (flat) sides of the Danube River. Start on the Buda side, following your guide through the city’s Castle District where you will marvel at the fairytale turrets of Fisherman’s Bastion, gaze upon the breathtaking panorama below and see Matthias Church, renowned for its striking tower and colorful mosaic roof. For a more active tour, hike to Budapest’s Castle Hill. In the afternoon, explore the treasures of Pest, admiring the colossal Hungarian Parliament Building, Heroes’ Square and the moving “Shoes on the Danube Bank” memorial. (B,L,D)
Day 6
Sep 16, 2026
Host to the crowning ceremonies of 11 Hungarian kings and queens between 1536 and 1830, Bratislava certainly has earned the title “Coronation City of Kings,” as you’ll discover during your walking tour. Or join a special “Tastes of Slovakia” tour. For a more active adventure, hike up to Bratislava Castle, offering magnificent views of the city. (B,L,D)
Day 7
Sep 17, 2026
The “City of Waltzes” offers a wealth of gems and your city tour showcases its regal splendors, including the majestic Opera House and the former Imperial Palace of the Habsburgs. Conclude your tour in Vienna’s historic city center and then visit St. Stephen’s Cathedral, or discover Vienna by bike. During the afternoon, enjoy leisure time to further explore this iconic city. (B,L,D)
Day 8
Sep 18, 2026
After reaching Weissenkirchen, you’ll be treated to several choices of excursions. Take a walking tour of Dürnstein before visiting the UNESCO-designated Melk Abbey. For a more culinary-focused experience, join a walking tour in Dürnstein, then enjoy a wine tasting hosted by a local vintner and sample special apricot treats from a local boutique. If you prefer a more active adventure, hike up to the fortress where Richard the Lionheart was once held or join a guided bike tour to Melk. Later in the day, sail through the Strudengau and Wachau valleys to medieval Grein for an exclusive visit to the more than 500-year-old Greinburg Castle, looming regally from above. (B,L,D)
Day 9
Sep 19, 2026
The ship arrives in Linz where you’ll have several choices of excursions. Opt for a full-day excursion to Salzburg where you’ll tour the historic center, Mirabell Gardens, Residenz Square and the Old Market. You may also choose to join a full-day excursion to the charming Czech mountain town of Český Krumlov, where you can stroll its cobblestone streets; marvel at the city’s picturesque Baroque and Renaissance-style buildings; and tour Krumlov Castle, one of Europe’s largest castle complexes. Upon your return to Linz, you may choose to take a brief walking tour in the city. Or join a morning walking tour through the old city center of Linz and by the Mozart House; or go on a bike tour of the city’s famed “Cultural Mile” and the Danube. In the afternoon, embark on a journey into the fascinating world of whiskey distillation on an exciting guided tour. (B,L,D)
Full-day excursions not combinable with other tours on this day
Day 10
Sep 20, 2026
Discover the city of Passau in one of three ways. Enjoy a walking tour and marvel at Gothic and Italian Baroque architecture and St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Alternately, choose between a guided hike up to the Veste Oberhaus fortress or a guided bike tour along the River Inn. Later, cruise to Vilshofen, where you will be treated to a festive Oktoberfest celebration— an AmaWaterways exclusive. (B,L,D)
Day 11
Sep 21, 2026
Depart the ship and drive to Regensburg, one of Germany’s best preserved medieval cities, which you’ll discover on a guided walking tour. After touring Regensburg, continue on to Prague. (B)
Day 12
Sep 22, 2026
Experience the wonders of Prague and its historic city center that is a recognized UNESCO World Heritage Site on your city tour or you can hike to the grand castle. See Rudolfinum and the Hundertwasser Dancing House. Visit the 1,000-year-old Prague Castle and St. Vitus before walking over the romantic Charles Bridge to the Old Market Square, where you will find the capital’s famous Astronomical Clock. (B)
Day 13
Sep 23, 2026
Beer has a long and illustrious history in the Czech Republic with the first brewery known to have existed in 993. Pilsner Urquell was created in 1842, being the first pilsner ever made, whilst Budweiser came into being in the city of Budweis. Beer is a core part of the country’s national identity, so much so the Czechs are the biggest consumers of beer in the world. The country is home to more than 100 breweries with a combination of big names and micro establishments offering a huge range of styles, so join a Czech beer tasting and discover for yourself what makes the Czech’s beer some of the very best in the world. (B)
Day 14
Sep 24, 2026
Bid farewell to Prague and prepare for your flight home. (B)
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 three magnificent capitals: Budapest, Bratislava and Vienna. 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.
Belleville
902 Wallbridge Loyalist Rd, Parking on East Side of the Building 
TBA Napanee
Flying J, Northeast Corner
TBA Kingston
Shrine Club, 3260 Princess Street
TBA Gananoque
Hwy 2 Carpool Lot
TBA Brockville
Food Basics Jefferson Dr
TBA Kemptville
Giant Tiger Parking Lot, Hwy 43
TBA Ottawa
All Saints Lutheran Church, 1061 Pinecrest Road
TBA Insurance
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Cancellation & Medical Insurance is strongly recommended for overnight tours and out of country travel.
Travel Insurance is available for purchase through Maple Leaf Tours.
Call us today for your no-obligation quote 613-384-0012 in Kingston OR 613-969-8884 in Belleville!
BEFORE YOU GO
- Porterage of 1 large suite case per person, you may also bring 1 carry-on per person
- Please keep all medication with your person not in luggage
- Cancellation and Medical insurance is not covered in your package but is strongly recommended for out of province travel
- Insurance is available through Maple Leaf, please call to inquire today!
- There are regular stops made for comfort breaks
- A portion of the proceeds from this Maple Leaf Tour Helps to Support Indigenous Scholarships
- Tipping for tour director and driver is voluntary depending on quality of service
- For the comfort of fellow travellers, kindly refrain from using scented products
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- A deposit of $500 is required at the time of booking.
- Minimum numbers apply. Prices subject to change at any time.
- All payments are 100% NON-Refundable (Should you need to cancel for any reason, claims must be filed with your travel insurance)
- All passengers must have a valid passport for 6 months after cruise end date for this tour. BOOKING NAME MUST BE AS IT APPEARS ON PASSPORT.
- For the comfort of fellow travelers, kindly refrain from using scented products such as perfume, cologne, and other fragrances and scented hand sanitizers.
- Tipping for driver and escort is voluntary depending on quality of service
- A portion of the proceeds from this Maple Leaf Tour helps to support Indigenous Scholarships.
- Minimum numbers required for cruise apply, if minimum numbers are not met this may result in the cruise being cancelled.
- Baggage service will be provided. You will receive your luggage tags upon check in prior to departure. Please ensure that you adhere to our baggage policies. Maple Leaf Tours will pay only the portage charges for ONE large suitcase per person. You are responsible for your carry-on baggage.
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