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7 Nights - £2,495pp

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Tour Info
  • International flights from UK
  • 7 nights Danube River Cruise
  • All Meals
  • Shore Excursions
  • Based on 2021 - 22 prices
  • ATOL protection
  • Travel Trust Protection

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Gems of South East Europe

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About AMA Bella

The 161-passenger AmaBella made her debut in 2010. As you walk on board AmaBella, you’ll be greeted by a warm and welcoming staff with a flute of bubbly.

Relax in spacious, elegantly appointed staterooms, ranging in size from 170-235 sq. ft.

There are also suites at 350 sq. ft. and a single room at 140 sq. ft. Most staterooms have twin balconies, both a French and outside balcony, so you can enjoy the ever-changing scenery however you wish.

Additional stateroom amenities include Entertainment-On-Demand, featuring free high-speed Internet access, unlimited Wi-Fi, movies, music and English language TV stations; climate-controlled air conditioning; and an in-room safe. In the marble bathroom, enjoy multi-jet showerheads, soothing bath and body products, robes and hair dryers.

Suites feature added enhancements, including a larger sitting area with sofa and two chairs, and an expansive bathroom complete with a bathtub and separate shower.

AmaBella offers a host of added comforts and conveniences, including a massage and hair salon, a stylish and inviting Main Lounge, specialty coffee station and gift shop.

As a member of La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs, the exclusive international culinary society, you'll be treated to exquisite, locally-inspired cuisine always paired with unlimited wine, as well as beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner.

You'll also enjoy a variety of dining venues, including The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant, featuring an exquisite tasting menu prepared right before your eyes. With a walking track, swimming pool and putting green on the Sun Deck; a fitness room; and a fleet of onboard bicycles to use on your own or on one of the many guided bike tours, as well as healthy menu choices, you’ll have everything needed to stay active and healthy while sailing Europe’s great rivers

Gems of South East Europe - the Lower Danube - 7 nights

Touch history in Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria and Romania, as you sail along the exotic lower Danube.

Celtic fortifications, medieval towns and grand cities, along with the natural beauty of pastoral landscapes and the Danube’s famed Iron Gates, showcase the best of eastern Europe.

Nature lovers will relish the opportunity to see Bulgaria’s natural wonder, Belogradchik, a fairytale stone world of fantastic shapes associated with interesting legends; or to bike through Belgrade’s sprawling Kalemegdan Park.

Wine connoisseurs will have a chance to taste history from the centuries-old wine-growing hills dating back to the Romans in Ilok, a royal and vinous town.

Be treated to the flavours, sights, sounds and cultures of this diverse swath of the continent.

Please bear in mind that all of our European River Cruise holidays are tailor made and can be tailored with pre and post cruise accommodation or touring.

Inclusions

  • International flights from the UK
  • 7 night Lower Danube River Cruise
  • All meals
  • Return airport transfers
  • Shore Excursions
  • ATOL Protection
  • Travel Trust Protection

Accommodation

  • 7 nights AMA Waterways Cruise, Outside Stateroom

Highlights

  • Budapest
  • Mohacs
  • Vukovar
  • Ilok, Novi Sad
  • Belgrade
  • Iron Gates
  • Vidin
  • Rousse
  • Giurgiu

Day 1: Fly UK to Budapest

Fly to Budapest with British Airways (or with your preferred airline).

On arrival in Budapest you will be met and transferred to board your AMA Waterways cruise.

Board your ship for your Legendary Danube cruise

Day 2: Mohacs - Pecs

Enjoy a scenic morning cruise to Mohács. You’ll then visit Pécs, founded more than 2,000 years ago by the Romans.

Visit the UNESCO-designated Christian Necropolis; St. Peter’s Basilica, the city’s main Catholic cathedral along with its catacombs; and Széchenyi Square, the heart of Old Town Pécs.

You will also see the Mosque of Pasha Qasim the Victorious, one of the symbols of the city.

Or for wine connoisseurs, you’ll want to go to the Szekszárd wine region, one of the oldest red-wine-growing areas in Hungary, established more than 2,000 years ago.

You may also take an exhilarating guided bike tour around Mohács.

Day 3: Vukovar (Croatia) - Novi Sad (Serbia)

Vukovar is a Croatian symbol of resistance, which you’ll better understand on your city tour showcasing the OvĨara Memorial and Eltz Castle.

Alternatively, choose a wine tasting in Ilok, a centre of wine production since Roman times, where you’ll sample its famous Grasevina, Traminac and Frankovka wines.

Back on board, cruise to Novi Sad, sometimes called the “Serbian Athens.” Discover Novi Sad on a walking tour to Dunavski Park and through Stari Grad, the Old Town centre.

If you prefer a more active exploration, join a guided biking tour or hike through Fruska Gora National Park.

During the evening, visit Petrovaradin Fortress, a mighty stronghold no enemy has ever breached.

Day 4: Belgrade

Explore Serbia’s capital, Belgrade, on a city tour, which includes the Kalemegdan Fortress and the Serbian Orthodox Temple of St. Sava.

Visit the Royal Palace, the official residence of the Serbian Royal Family; and then tour the House of Flowers, the mausoleum of Marshal Tito, who became the first President of Yugoslavia.

Alternatively, you can hike to Belgrade Fortress. Later in the day, enjoy a taste of the region by sampling Serbian plum brandy, Šlivovitz, and delicious local delights at the Quburich Distillery.

For those wishing a more active adventure, join a guided bike tour.

Day 5: Iron Gates

Visit Golubac Fortress – a medieval fortified town on the south side of the Danube River – before cruising through the Iron Gates.

The Iron Gates is one of Europe’s most awe-inspiring natural wonders. The Danube narrows as it winds through a series of magnificent gorges between the Carpathian and Balkan mountains, forming a natural border between Serbia and Romania.

The ancient King Decebalus, the last king of Dacia, is proudly carved into the mountainside and always captivates travellers.

Day 6: Vidin (Bulgaria)

Explore Vidin, one of Bulgaria’s oldest cities, and surrounding areas with a choice of excursions.

Discover Baba Vida Fortress, the largest preserved medieval castle in Bulgaria.

Continue on to Belogradchik, one of Bulgaria’s natural wonders, where you can hike around its most spectacular rock formations.

Alternatively, visit a local home for a demonstration of traditional Bulgarian yogurt and Banitsa, a pastry you will also get to make.

You also have the choice to bike through Vidin and to the castle.

Day 7: Rousse - Giurgiu

Visit Bulgaria’s ancient capital, Veliko Tarnovo, with its medieval fortress and multiple orthodox temples.

You can opt instead to go to Rousse, known for its 19th- and 20th-century Neo-Baroque and Neo-Rococo architecture, and then afterwards visit the UNESCO-designated Rock-Hewn Churches of Ivanovo with frescos revealing exceptional artistry of 14th-century paintings.

Later in the day, travel through the Romanian countryside to the capital of Bucharest, known as the “Little Paris of the East.”

Enjoy a panoramic tour of the historic city center and its elegant architecture.

Day 8: Bucharest – UK

Depart your Danube Cruise and transfer to the airport for your flight back to the UK.

Alternatively extend your stay in Romania.

Arrive back in the UK.

Ships

Each of AMA Waterways intimate river cruise ships is a floating sanctuary.

Ships sail with a maximum of 156 guests (during Covid restrictions this may be under 100), so that you can enjoy the luxury of personal space in larger staterooms that range from 155-350 sq ft and provide more amenities.

With fewer people on board, the inviting public spaces, including restaurants and lounges, are never crowded.

More Included Excursions

AMA Waterways offers a diverse menu of included shore excursions to accommodate all guests with a personalized experience in every port of call.

In many destinations, you’ll be free to choose from one of several tours — all of which are included.

There’s always a city tour designed to show you the renowned highlights and landmarks in grand capitals and charming villages alike.

Is it your first time in Vienna, Austria? Opt for an unforgettable exploration of the major sights led by a local, English-speaking guide that is well-versed in history and culture.

Have you already been to Nuremberg, Germany? Instead of taking the city tour, indulge in a bratwurst and beer tasting on one of the immersive culinary-themed Special Interest Tours, which are specially designed to place you in the midst of local life.

There are different activity levels for gentle, regular and active walkers, as well as guided hiking and biking tours. The choice is yours.

Service

The genuinely warm and welcoming crew go above and beyond to ensure your journey is as memorable as possible, and you can rest assured you will be well taken care of throughout your journey by AMA's professionally trained, all English-speaking staff.

AMA hire the very best team of professionals in the industry and continuously train them to ensure they always exceed expectations.

This means getting to know you so they can anticipate your individual preferences and offer you those extra special touches to make you feel at home.

From the Cruise Manager who drove a beloved teddy bear to the airport to meet his grateful young owner to the Hotel Receptionist who biked into town to retrieve a cherished purchase left behind, AMA's crew is more than just highly trained – they “sparkle.”

Active

Explore Europe’s amazing sights like the locals do. AMA was the first river cruise line to carry an entire fleet of complimentary bicycles on board, so you can experience biking alongside enchanting riverside pathways and in city centres.

Whether you feel like joining one of the exclusive guided bike tours, or want to go discover on your own, there are many ways for you to explore on two wheels during your cruise.

The beauty of Europe doesn’t just lie in its architecture and landmarks – there are also breathtaking sights to be seen when you venture out into nature.

That’s why AMA designed special guided hikes that will take you a bit off the beaten path, offering a unique perspective in beautiful destinations such as Austria’s UNESCO-designated Wachau Valley.

All of AMA's guided hikes and bike tours are included in the cruise fare so you have more choices when it comes to how you prefer to explore.

Dining

AMA's ships in Europe are members of La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs – a prestigious international culinary society – and with good reason.

AMA's expert chefs craft menus that feature exquisite, locally-sourced cuisine as well as traditional Western offerings.

AMA is the only river cruise line that has The Chef’s Table, an intimate specialty restaurant included in the price of the cruise where you can watch the chef prepare a lavish multi-course menu right in front of you.

Each dinner at The Chef’s Table is served with complimentary hand-selected local reds and whites from Europe’s renowned wine regions.

There’s also sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast, menu service during lunch, as well as delicious tapas and snacks in the Main Lounge between meals.

All onboard dining, as well as unlimited wine and beer with lunch and dinner, is included so you can indulge whenever and however you’d like.

Relaxation

With fewer guests on board, there is space for luxurious amenities. Relax with a soothing massage after a day of exploring, stay in shape with a small group wellness activity led by a professionally trained Wellness Host, work out in the fitness room or watch breathtaking castles glide by while enjoying a cocktail up on the Sun Deck.

You can also take a dip in the sun-deck pool with a swim-up bar.

On any of AMA's ships, you can also recharge from the comfort of your stateroom by watching a Hollywood blockbuster or a variety of other English-language programming on your personal Entertainment-On-Demand system.

2021 Departure Dates:

04, 07, 18, 25 Jul 2021

01, 08, 15, 22, 29 Aug 2021

05, 12, 19, 26 Sep 2021

03, 10, 17, 24, 31 Oct 2021

07, 14, 21 Nov 2021

2022 Departure Dates:

21, 28 Mar 2022

10, 11, 18, 25 Apr 2022

01, 08, 16, 23, 29 May 2022

13, 20, 26, 27 Jun 2022

03, 11, 18, 25 Jul 2022

08, 15, 22 Aug 2022

12, 19, 26 Sep 2022

10, 17, 24 Oct 2022

07, 14 Nov 2022

2023 Departure Dates:

20, 27 Mar 2023

02, 09, 10, 17, 24, 30 Apr 2023

07, 08, 15, 22 May 2023

04, 05, 12, 19, 25 Jun 2023

02, 09, 10, 17, 31 Jul 2023

07, 14, 28 Aug 2023

04, 11, 25 Sep 2023

02, 09, 23, 30 Oct 2023

06, 20, 27 Nov 2023

04, 18, 25 Dec 2023

7 nights Gems of South East Europe Cruise Holiday:

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All of our Danube River Cruise Holidays are completely tailor made and we can put together any kind of itinerary to suit your interests and budget.

We have many other options so if you have a particular hotel in mind just let us know and we'll put together a price and itinerary for you.

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Lower Danube Cruise

Lower Danube Cruise

AMA Waterways Cruise

Classic Lower Danube River Cruise through Hungary, Serbia, Croatia, Bulgaria & Romania.

All flights, Meals, Shore Excursion included.

7 nights from £3,550 pp