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Nuremberg’s History and Imperial Castle

Legendary Danube - Taste of Christmas

Central Europe dresses for the holidays along the Legendary Danube route. From Nuremberg's fairy-tale Christkindlesmarkt, one of the world's oldest, to Vienna's imperial markets and Bratislava's cozy holiday stalls, the season shows itself square by square.

Duration7 nights
RiversDanube
CountriesAustria, Germany, Hungary
Duration7 nights
RiversDanube
CountriesAustria, Germany, Hungary

Highlights of your Taste of Christmas Experience

Holiday magic, wherever you sail
Holiday magic, wherever you sail
Each Taste of Christmas sailing is built around how that region celebrates, from the food on the table to the lights on the water.
Regional holiday menus
Regional holiday menus
Your Executive Chef builds the menu around the season and the region, so what's on your plate matches where you are.
two women at a christmas market booth
On-shore evenings that sparkle
Evening port stays are built into these sailings so you see each town after dark, when squares are lit and the season is at its best.

What's included with your cruise

An opened luggage on top of a bed in a stateroom
More room to breathe
  • Choose from suites, solo staterooms, and connecting rooms. Most include our signature twin balconies.
  • Daily housekeeping and turn-down service
  • Bathrobe, slippers and full bathroom amenities
  • Refillable water bottle to take with you
  • Onboard WiFi
chefs preparing a fresh meal
A flavor for every moment
  • All onboard meals
  • The Chef's Table, specialty restaurant
  • Wine, beer, and soft drinks with meals
  • Specialty coffee and tea
  • Sip & Sail cocktail hour daily
  • All-day snacks in the Lark Lounge
  • Welcome cocktail reception
back lit bicycle ride
Adventures on your terms
  • Choose from up to six expert-led experiences each day
  • Gentle, regular and active options are available for most activities
  • Wellness Host with daily fitness, stretch and meditation classes on most sailing
Riding bikes through Antwerp
Designed for the way you travel
  • A Cruise Manager who knows everything about your route and will lead your journey the whole way
  • Regional music and performances
  • Experiences for solo travelers
  • Onshore experiences, onboard amenities, and port charges included

Important: Dates, fares & itineraries are subject to change.

Port Charges (included in cruise price): $323 per person in 2026. $378 per person in 2027. $391 per person in 2028.

Single Supplement for Cruise: 50% of per person double occupancy fare; Suites 100% of per person double occupancy fare. Please see terms below for details.

Single Supplement for Land: A single supplement charge will be applied to pre- and post-cruise hotel extensions. Please ask your travel agent or call for pricing details.

Bedding: Please select bedding configuration at the time of booking.

Option A: Two twin beds

Option B: One large bed (larger than queen size).

Terms & Conditions

2026: All rates are per person in CAD, cruise-only, include port fees, and are based on double occupancy in an entry-level stateroom unless otherwise noted. Offers apply to select sailings and new bookings only. Unless a reduced single supplement is specifically stated, solo travelers in double-occupancy staterooms must pay the full single supplement before receiving any discounts. Ask about Solo Traveler promotions. Offers are not combinable with other promotions or discounts, are capacity-controlled, subject to availability, and may change or end without notice. Stateroom upgrades, optional land programs, and airfare are not included. Additional restrictions apply. AmaWaterways reserves the right to correct errors or omissions at any time.


2027/2028: All rates are per person in CAD, cruise-only, inclusive of port fees and gratuities, and are based on double occupancy in an entry-level stateroom unless otherwise noted. Offers apply to select sailings and new bookings only. Unless a reduced single supplement is specifically stated, solo travelers in double-occupancy staterooms must pay the full single supplement before receiving any discounts. Ask about Solo Traveler promotions. Offers are not combinable with other promotions or discounts, are capacity-controlled, subject to availability, and may change or end without notice. Stateroom upgrades, optional land programs, and airfare are not included. Additional restrictions apply. AmaWaterways reserves the right to correct errors or omissions at any time.

Ships

AmaSonata
AmaSonata surrounds you with the spirit of Europe’s rivers, blending discoveries ashore with elegant dining, warm service, and inviting spaces on board that make every moment feel connected
Staterooms: 81
Passengers: 162
AmaBella sailing on the river
AmaBella

Newly reimagined, AmaBella blends elegant design with the luxury of uncrowded spaces.

Staterooms: 80
Passengers: 160
AmaReina
Experience a refined river cruise aboard AmaReina, with staterooms designed for comfort, dining rooted in regional flavors, and inviting spaces that make time on board feel personal and memorable
Staterooms: 81
Passengers: 162

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Why travelers choose AmaWaterways

Legendary Danube

“We've been fortunate to sail multiple journeys with AmaWaterways on the Danube River, but we particularrly enjoyed this itinerary because it includes a visit to Nuremberg. It is a fascinating German city with a castle and beautiful town square and our excursion covered a lot of history.”

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Chuck and Karen G.
Legendary Danube

“We particularly enjoyed this itinerary because it includes a visit to Nuremberg. It is a fascinating German city with a castle and beautiful town square and our excursion covered a lot of history.”

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Chuck and Karen G.
Iconic Christmas Markets

“She said it was the best food she has ever had! She was so happy and insisted that we put down a deposit on a future cruise and we recently selected Rhine Castles Swiss and Alps for June 2026. In conclusion: AmaWaterways made our honeymoon so wonderful and we can’t wait to travel again with them!”

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Michael S.

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Explore both sides of Budapest. Begin on the Buda side with a guided tour of the Castle District, including Fisherman’s Bastion, a panoramic viewpoint, and Matthias Church. Or, for a more active option, you can join a guided hike to Castle Hill. In the afternoon, see the Pest side of the city, where your guided tour will take you past the Hungarian Parliament Building, Heroes’ Square, and the “Shoes on the Danube Bank” memorial.


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