Blue Danube Discovery - Budapest to Nuremberg
Cruise LineAMA Waterways
ShipAmaSonata
Nights7
DepartsWed, Apr 1st 2026
ReturnsWed, Apr 8th 2026
Departing PortBudapest
Ports of CallBudapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Durnstein, Melk, Passau, Regensburg, Nuremberg (2 Days)
Inside Cabin
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Ocean View
From $3,449 pp*
$492.71/night
Balcony
From $4,948 pp*
$706.86/night
Suite
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Itinerary
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Day 1
Port Budapest, Hungary
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Port Bratislava, Slovakia
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Port Vienna, Austria
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Port Durnstein, Austria
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Port Melk, Austria
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Port Passau, Germany
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Port Regensburg, Germany
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Port Nuremberg, Germany
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Port Nuremberg, Germany
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Additional Sailings
Ship Details
Decks
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- Lower Sun Deck
- Navigation Bridge
- Bicycles
- Heated Pool
- Sun Deck
- Walking Track
- Al Fresco Dining Terrace
- Observation Lounge
- Main Lounge & Bar
- Gift Shop
- Reception
- Fitness Room
- Massage & Hair Salon
- The Chef's Table Restaurant
- Suite Staterooms
- Cat AA+ Stateroom
- Cat AA Staterooms
- Cat BA Staterooms
- Cat C Staterooms
- Elevator
- Main Restaurant
- Elevator
- Cat BB Staterooms
- Cat AB Staterooms
- Cat C Staterooms
- Cat D Staterooms
- Cat E Staterooms
- Crew Cabins
Ship Categories
Dining
AmaWaterways’ expert chefs craft menus that feature exquisite, locally-inspired cuisine as well as traditional, Western offerings. At breakfast, sip sparkling wine as you partake fresh pastries, or opt for something made-to-order from the menu. Stop by the Main Lounge for a light lunch, or head to the restaurant for full menu service and high-quality regional wine or beer. Dinner is a delectable, multi-course affair with wine recommendations that accompany visually stunning, delicious dishes. Try local favourites — like goulash while cruising through Hungary, bratwurst and sauerkraut after returning to the ship from Vienna, or Camembert cheese while on the Seine — or something more familiar, like a sandwich. No matter what your preference, your taste buds are sure to be impressed.
Join a few of your fellow travellers at The Chef’s Table, where the kitchen — usually hidden — becomes part of the entertainment. You’ll have the opportunity to watch the chef prepare a special multi-course meal right in front of you. The menu here is unique, making this a truly distinct gastronomic experience. Indulge in delectable dishes served with unlimited fine wines, hand-selected just for this dinner. It is the only venue of its kind on the river.
Our skilled chefs ensure that our menus always have healthy choices prepared with the freshest locally-sourced ingredients. We are also able to accommodate dietary needs such as low-sodium, vegetarian and gluten-free. Below are some of our favorite recipes for health-conscious guests.
- Beetroot Salad - This vegetarian recipe brings vivid colors and flavors to life.
- Avocado Chocolate Mousse - An indulgent yet low-carb and sugar-free treat
- Gluten-Free Almond Cake Recipe - A delicious gluten-free way to indulge worry-free.
- Gluten-Free Pizza Recipe - An onboard gluten-free favorite you can easily make at home.
Entertainment
The onboard boutique offers a variety of souvenirs for guests to purchase.
The Library can be found on the Violin Deck.
This versatile space hosts a bar, dance floor, plenty of comfortable couches and big windows on three sides and is used for everything from the morning port talks, daytime reading and chatting to scenic cruising, afternoon tea and evening entertainment.
Whether it’s traditional Bavarian music, a local quartet or contemporary piano favourites, you will enjoy an eclectic schedule of onboard entertainment every night.
Guests will first enter the lobby when they embark on their river cruise.
Health & Fitness
Whether you’d like to dress up for the captain’s special dinner or a night out on the town, you can complete your look by getting your hair styled in our salon.
A variety of daily activities are available for guests, with group classes such as pilates, resistance band stretching, cardio, active wellness walks and dance, based on each individual Wellness Host’s expertise. Guests of all ages and activity levels are encouraged to participate and simple modifications are offered for guests with mobility limitations.
Are you looking for a way to stay fit on vacation? Hit the treadmill or lift some weights while cruising from one destination to the next.
After a marvellous day of immersive shore excursions, return to the ship and treat yourself to a bit of pampering with a soothing massage.
**Massage services available for a nominal fee.
Soak up some rays or take a dip in our refreshing pool with a swim-up bar as we pass by centuries-old castles, charming villages and other breathtaking scenery.
Prices are per person, double occupancy, cruise only and on select sailings. Prices shown are for stateroom categories as noted and are shown in US Dollars. Pricing listed includes taxes and fees. Airfare is not included. Prices and itineraries are based on availability and are subject to change without notice.
