Best of the Danube: A Celebration of Music with AmaWaterways
7 nights from €2,299 per person
Highlights
- Bratislava's historic streets, castle heights and Tastes of Slovakia culinary tour, all with live musical performances along the way
- Melk Abbey, a magnificent Baroque monastery perched above the Danube, with a medieval library, frescoes and a live choir performance included
- Linz with optional full-day excursions to Salzburg, where Mozart was born, and the Czech town of Cesky Krumlov with its Baroque castle
- Two full days in Vienna, taking in a horse-drawn carriage tour of the historic centre, the House of Music, Schonbrunn Palace and an evening concert in the city
- A final day back in Budapest, exploring the Castle District, Fisherman's Bastion, the Hungarian State Opera House and the banks of the Danube
AmaSonata
AmaSonata carries just 162 guests, which gives the whole experience a personal, unhurried feel that larger ships cannot match. You sail in a window stateroom, and most cabins on board feature AmaWaterways' signature twin balcony setup, combining a French balcony and a full step-out balcony so you can take in the river scenery from your room throughout the journey. Complimentary Wi-Fi and an entertainment on demand system are included in all cabins.
Dining is taken seriously on board. The main restaurant serves European cuisine in a single relaxed sitting, while the Chef's Table specialty restaurant offers five-star multi-course dinners in a more intimate setting. The Al Fresco Terrace on the upper deck is a good spot for lighter meals as the riverbanks pass by. Up on the Sun Deck there is a heated pool with swim-up bar, a walking track and plenty of open space to watch the scenery. Complimentary bicycles are available at each port for guests who want to explore on two wheels, and a massage and hair salon is available on board for those who prefer something quieter.
Terms and Conditions
Return flights with Aer Lingus from Dublin to Budapest on 1 July 2026 and from Budapest to Dublin on 8 July 2026. Shared transfers between Budapest airport and the port on both arrival and departure. Seven nights aboard AmaSonata in a window stateroom for the Best of the Danube river cruise, roundtrip from Budapest, calling at Bratislava, Melk, Linz and Vienna. All excursions as outlined in the itinerary are included, along with all meals on board. Gratuities are included in the cruise fare. Based on 2 adults sharing. Flights depart Dublin 2026-07-01. Price is correct at the time of posting (14 May 2026). Offers are subject to change. Price from €2,299 per person.
7 nights from €2,299 per person
The Small Print
All bookings are subject to Travel Counsellors' standard booking conditions, copies of which are available on request. Travel Counsellors Ireland is licensed and bonded with the Irish Aviation Authority, licence number TA 621. We strongly recommend taking out comprehensive travel insurance at the time of booking. Prices are per person based on the stated number of passengers sharing and are subject to availability at the time of booking.