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voyage_code: AE270519DB
cruise_line: AmaWaterways
ship: AmaSonata
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return_date: 
nights: 7
embarkation_port: Budapest
disembarkation_port: Budapest
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# Best of the Danube

> AmaWaterways · AmaSonata · May 19 – 26, 2027   (7 nights)

## Quick Facts

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Cruise Line** | AmaWaterways |
| **Ship** | AmaSonata |
| **Duration** | 7 nights |
| **Departure Date** | N/A |
| **Return Date** | N/A |
| **Embarkation Port** | Budapest |
| **Disembarkation Port** | Budapest |
| **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person |
| **Voyage Code** | AE270519DB |

## Itinerary

### Day 1: Budapest
**Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM

Budapest, Hungaryâs capital, is bisected by the River Danube. Its 19th-century Chain Bridge connects the hilly Buda district with flat Pest. A funicular runs up Castle Hill to Budaâs Old Town, where the Budapest History Museum traces city life from Roman times onward. Trinity Square is home to 13th-century Matthias Church and the turrets of the Fishermenâs Bastion, which offer sweeping views.

### Day 2: Bratislava, Slovakia
**Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM

Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, is set along the Danube River by the border with Austria and Hungary. Itâs surrounded by vineyards and the Little Carpathian mountains, crisscrossed with forested hiking and cycling trails. The pedestrian-only, 18th-century old town is known for its lively bars and cafes. Perched atop a hill, the reconstructed Bratislava Castle overlooks old town and the Danube.

### Day 3: Wachau Valley
**Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM

The Wachau Valley is an Austrian region near the Danube River, west of Vienna. Itâs known for its rolling hills, vineyards and fortresses. Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned in the castle above the town of DÃ¼rnstein. Highlights of nearby Gottweig Abbey include its lavish baroque church and views across the valley. Melk Abbey is a vast monastery also with an opulent baroque church. 

### Day 3: Melk
**Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM

Melk is an Austrian town on the River Danube, west of Vienna. Itâs known for the 11th-century Melk Abbey, a vast monastery built high above the town. Gold statuary adorns its domed Abbey Church, and the huge library houses medieval manuscripts. The Marmorsaal is a baroque hall with a ceiling fresco and red marble walls. South of Melk, gardens surround Renaissance Schallaburg Castle, which hosts cultural exhibitions. 

### Day 4: Linz
**Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM

Linz is a city in Upper Austria, straddling the Danube River midway between Salzburg and Vienna. Baroque buildings, including Old Town Hall (Altes Rathaus) and the old cathedral or Alter Dom, ring Hauptplatz, the old townâs main square. The riverside Lentos Kunstmuseum Linz has a major modern art collection. Across the river, the striking Ars Electronica Center focuses on society, technology and life in the future.

### Day 5: Vienna, Austria
**Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM

Vienna, Austriaâs capital, lies in the countryâs east on the Danube River. Its artistic and intellectual legacy was shaped by residents including Mozart, Beethoven and Sigmund Freud. The city is also known for its Imperial palaces, including SchÃ¶nbrunn, the Habsburgsâ summer residence. 

### Day 6: Vienna, Austria
**Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM

Vienna, Austriaâs capital, lies in the countryâs east on the Danube River. Its artistic and intellectual legacy was shaped by residents including Mozart, Beethoven and Sigmund Freud. The city is also known for its Imperial palaces, including SchÃ¶nbrunn, the Habsburgsâ summer residence. 

### Day 7: Budapest
**Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM

Budapest, Hungaryâs capital, is bisected by the River Danube. Its 19th-century Chain Bridge connects the hilly Buda district with flat Pest. A funicular runs up Castle Hill to Budaâs Old Town, where the Budapest History Museum traces city life from Roman times onward. Trinity Square is home to 13th-century Matthias Church and the turrets of the Fishermenâs Bastion, which offer sweeping views.

### Day 8: Budapest
**Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM

Budapest, Hungaryâs capital, is bisected by the River Danube. Its 19th-century Chain Bridge connects the hilly Buda district with flat Pest. A funicular runs up Castle Hill to Budaâs Old Town, where the Budapest History Museum traces city life from Roman times onward. Trinity Square is home to 13th-century Matthias Church and the turrets of the Fishermenâs Bastion, which offer sweeping views.


## Pricing

Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD.

| Cabin Type | Starting Price |
|------------|----------------|
| Pricing | Contact for latest fares |

## Cabin Options

### Balcony Cabins

**Twin Balcony** (Code: BB)
In-room temperature control
Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet
Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads
Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone
Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer
Entertainment on Demand system ...

**Twin Balcony** (Code: AA)
In-room temperature control
Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet
Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads
Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone
Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer
Entertainment on Demand system ...

**French Balcony** (Code: C)
In-room temperature control
Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet
Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads
Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone
Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer
Entertainment on Demand system ...

**Twin Balcony** (Code: AB)
In-room temperature control
Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet
Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads
Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone
Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer
Entertainment on Demand system ...

**Twin Balcony** (Code: BA)
In-room temperature control
Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet
Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads
Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone
Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer
Entertainment on Demand system ...

**Twin Balcony** (Code: AA+)
In-room temperature control
Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet
Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads
Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone
Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer
Entertainment on Demand system ...

### Suite Cabins

**Suite** (Code: SS)
In-room temperature control
Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet
Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads
Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone
Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer
Entertainment on Demand system ...


## Ship Information

### 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.

#### Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Passenger Capacity | 162 |
| Crew | 51 |
| Gross Tonnage | 3,600.0 |
| Length | 443.0 ft |
| Total Cabins | 81 |

## Ports of Call

### Budapest
*Coordinates: 47.4984, 19.0408*

Budapest, Hungaryâs capital, is bisected by the River Danube. Its 19th-century Chain Bridge connects the hilly Buda district with flat Pest. A funicular runs up Castle Hill to Budaâs Old Town, where the Budapest History Museum traces city life from Roman times onward. Trinity Square is home to 13th-century Matthias Church and the turrets of the Fishermenâs Bastion, which offer sweeping views...

### Bratislava, Slovakia
*Coordinates: 48.1484, 17.1073*

Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, is set along the Danube River by the border with Austria and Hungary. Itâs surrounded by vineyards and the Little Carpathian mountains, crisscrossed with forested hiking and cycling trails. The pedestrian-only, 18th-century old town is known for its lively bars and cafes. Perched atop a hill, the reconstructed Bratislava Castle overlooks old town and the Danu...

### Wachau Valley
*Coordinates: 48.2281, 15.8047*

The Wachau Valley is an Austrian region near the Danube River, west of Vienna. Itâs known for its rolling hills, vineyards and fortresses. Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned in the castle above the town of DÃ¼rnstein. Highlights of nearby Gottweig Abbey include its lavish baroque church and views across the valley. Melk Abbey is a vast monastery also with an opulent baroque church. 

### Melk
*Coordinates: 48.2265, 15.35*

Melk is an Austrian town on the River Danube, west of Vienna. Itâs known for the 11th-century Melk Abbey, a vast monastery built high above the town. Gold statuary adorns its domed Abbey Church, and the huge library houses medieval manuscripts. The Marmorsaal is a baroque hall with a ceiling fresco and red marble walls. South of Melk, gardens surround Renaissance Schallaburg Castle, which hosts ...

### Linz
*Coordinates: 48.3069, 14.2858*

Linz is a city in Upper Austria, straddling the Danube River midway between Salzburg and Vienna. Baroque buildings, including Old Town Hall (Altes Rathaus) and the old cathedral or Alter Dom, ring Hauptplatz, the old townâs main square. The riverside Lentos Kunstmuseum Linz has a major modern art collection. Across the river, the striking Ars Electronica Center focuses on society, technology and...

### Vienna, Austria
*Coordinates: 48.2092, 16.3728*

Vienna, Austriaâs capital, lies in the countryâs east on the Danube River. Its artistic and intellectual legacy was shaped by residents including Mozart, Beethoven and Sigmund Freud. The city is also known for its Imperial palaces, including SchÃ¶nbrunn, the Habsburgsâ summer residence. 


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