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18 Night Magnificent Europe and Land Tour

From Amsterdam to Budapest

AmaLea

AMA Waterways
4 Stars
  • Cruise #: 13953010
  • Departs: Sat, May 16, 2026
  • Returns: Mon, Jun 1, 2026
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    Itinerary Summary

    Tour Features and Highlights

    Day by Day Details

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Thursday - May 14, 2026
    Day
    1
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Arrive in Amsterdam and check into your hotel.

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Friday - May 15, 2026
    Day
    2
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Follow your guide through the charming capital of the Netherlands, with its iconic meandering canals, bridges, and distinctive architecture. (B)

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Saturday - May 16, 2026
    Day
    3
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • Bus Travel
    • Zaanse Schans, Netherlands
    • Bus Travel

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Day 3 - Saturday - May 16, 2026
    Day
    3
    Cruise Begins
    • Cruise Begins
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Check out of your hotel and, before transferring to your ship, visit Zaanse Schans, where you can observe life as it used to be lived in the Netherlands. Authentic windmills, houses, and ships were relocated to this picturesque area, creating a typical 17th- to 18th-century village. (B,D)
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Board the ship in Amsterdam for your Magnificent Europe cruise. (D)
    Sunday - May 17, 2026
    Day
    4
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    There are 165 canals in Amsterdam, and you'll get to enjoy some of them on your canal cruise. Later in the day, set sail out of Amsterdam. (B,L,D)
    Monday - May 18, 2026
    Day
    5
    Cologne, Germany
    • Cologne, Germany
    Cologne is home to one of Germany's most revered Gothic masterpieces, the Cologne Cathedral. Join a guided tour through the Old Town and to the Cologne Rathaus, Germany's oldest town hall, the Old Market, and the Heumarkt. Plus, taste the city's famous Kolsch beer, only made in Cologne. As an alternative, explore the historic and modern architectural styles on display across Cologne on a guided tour, including a special visit inside the Cologne Cathedral, a 13th-century Gothic marvel and UNESCO World Heritage Site. This cathedral was the tallest building in the world at the time of its completion, and it withstood 14 hits from aerial bombs during World War II. Active adventurists will instead want to join a guided bike ride along the Rhine. (B,L,D) ...
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    Tuesday - May 19, 2026
    Day
    6
    Rhine Gorge, Germany
    • Rhine Gorge, Germany
    • Rudesheim, Germany
    Cruise through the captivating UNESCO World Heritage-designated Rhine Gorge, the most stunningly beautiful stretch of the river, before reaching Rudesheim. There you may drink up the stunning views of the vineyards during a gondola ride. Alternatively, let Siegfried's Mechanical Music Museum charm you, or savor the Rudesheim coffee that the town is famous for. (B,L,D) ...
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    Wednesday - May 20, 2026
    Day
    7
    Wertheim, Germany
    • Wertheim, Germany
    Enjoy Wertheim, considered to have one of Germany's most beautiful city centers. While here, join a walking tour, hike to the ruins of Wertheim Castle, delight in a scenic bicycle ride along the Main River Valley, or go to a pretzel bakery for a delicious tasting. (B,L,D)
    Thursday - May 21, 2026
    Day
    8
    Wurzburg, Germany
    • Wurzburg, Germany
    • Bus Travel
    • Rothenburg, Germany
    • Bus Travel
    • Wurzburg, Germany
    Enjoy a city tour of Wurzburg, bursting with Baroque splendor. Or visit Wurzburg's Baroque Residenz Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that features an opulent interior, including a grand fresco by Tiepolo. Or stretch your legs while hiking to Wurzburg Castle. Alternatively, go on a full-day excursion to Rothenburg, Germany's best-preserved walled town located on the Romantic Road. (B,L,D) ...
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    Friday - May 22, 2026
    Day
    9
    Eltmann, Germany
    • Eltmann, Germany
    • Bamberg, Germany
    Explore enchanting Bamberg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, in one of three ways. Join a guided walking tour of this medieval gem to see its cathedral, Old Town Hall, and elegant old mansions. Or taste your way through the city sampling smoked beer, pralines, and Hornla, a local pastry. And for a more active adventure, join a guided bike tour. (B,L,D) ...
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    Saturday - May 23, 2026
    Day
    10
    Nuremberg, Germany
    • Nuremberg, Germany
    Depart the ship for a guided tour of Kaiserburg, Nuremberg's Imperial castle and one of the most important palaces of the Old Holy Roman Empire. While wandering through this historical fortress towering high above the city center, you will pass by an exhibition of military artifacts, from weapons to suits of armor, as well as architectural models that show the castle through the ages. Following your Kaiserburg tour, we will head to the former home of Albrecht Durer, arguably Germany's most famous artist and Nuremberg's most famous resident. It is within these walls where he lived and worked for nearly 20 years in the early 16th century, and you will be able to view some of his and other artists' works during your tour. (B,L,D) ...
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    Sunday - May 24, 2026
    Day
    11
    Nuremberg, Germany
    • Nuremberg, Germany
    You have three choices of excursions while in Nuremberg. Enjoy a guided tour through this well-preserved medieval city, showcasing the Imperial Castle, famous town wall, and the legendary fountain of the Market Square. Or turn back the pages of a darker history with a guided tour of the city's most important WWII sites, including the Coliseum. You'll also visit the Memorium Nuremberg Trials and Courtroom 600 if the courtroom is not in session. Alternatively, partake in a traditional Franconian specialties tasting of famous Nurnberger Bratwurst, Rotbier (red beer), and Lebkuchen (gingerbread). Later in the day, cruise through the man-made marvel, the Main-Danube Canal. (B,L,D) ...
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    Monday - May 25, 2026
    Day
    12
    Regensburg, Germany
    • Regensburg, Germany
    Explore one of Germany's best-preserved medieval cities, Regensburg, on a guided walking tour showcasing the city's architectural highlights, including the Old Town Hall and the Porta Praetoria. As an alternate option, sample some of Bavaria's specialties-beer, sausage, and pretzels. And for a more active adventure, bike to Walhalla where you will see the Neoclassical white marble temple. (B,L,D) ...
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    Tuesday - May 26, 2026
    Day
    13
    Passau, Germany
    • Passau, Germany
    For those who love The Sound of Music, enjoy a full-day excursion to Salzburg and tour the historic center, Mirabell Gardens, Residenz Square, and the Old Market. En route to Salzburg, stop at Mondsee, home of the Basilika St. Michael, where the famous wedding scene in the movie was filmed. Alternatively, you can discover Passau in one of three ways. Enjoy a walking tour and marvel at Gothic and Italian Baroque architecture and St. Stephan's Cathedral. Guests looking for a more active morning can choose between a guided bike tour to Wertheim, or a guided hike up to the Veste Oberhaus Fortress. (B,L,D) ...
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    Wednesday - May 27, 2026
    Day
    14
    Melk, Austria
    • Melk, Austria
    Cruise to Melk where you can visit its magnificent Benedictine abbey, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Europe's largest and most revered Baroque monasteries. For a more active adventure, you can join a hike to Melk Abbey or pedal along the Danube River on a guided bike tour. (B,L,D)
    Thursday - May 28, 2026
    Day
    15
    Vienna, Austria
    • Vienna, Austria
    The heart of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, Vienna, remains as renowned today as it has throughout history. The entire city center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site awash with Baroque treasures. Your city tour showcases its regal splendors, including the majestic Opera House and the former Imperial Palace of the Habsburgs. Conclude in Vienna's historic city center and then visit the majestic St. Stephen's Cathedral, which has stood watch over Vienna for 700 years and is one of the most important and beloved landmarks in Austria. Or, if you prefer to go on a more active adventure, then join a guided bike tour through Vienna. During the afternoon, enjoy leisure time exploring this iconic city even more. (B,L,D) ...
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    Friday - May 29, 2026
    Day
    16
    Budapest, Hungary
    • Budapest, Hungary
    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) ...
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    Saturday - May 30, 2026
    Day
    17
    Budapest, Hungary
    • Budapest, Hungary
    Bid adieu to Budapest and prepare for your flight home. (B)
    • Budapest, Hungary
    • Cruise Ends

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Day 17 - Saturday - May 30, 2026
    Day
    17
    Budapest, Hungary
    • Budapest, Hungary
    Disembark the ship and check into your hotel. (B)

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Sunday - May 31, 2026
    Day
    18
    Budapest, Hungary
    • Budapest, Hungary
    Budapest is one of Europe's most regal and storied cities-and many of its 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) ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Monday - Jun 1, 2026
    Day
    19
    Budapest, Hungary
    • Budapest, Hungary
    Bid Farewell to Budapest and prepare for your flight home. (B)


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