Icons of the Danube - Soulful Experience

Vienna has long rewarded artistic genius, and for generations of Black American musicians and performers who found in Europe the recognition denied them at home, it became something more: a stage and a sanctuary. This Soulful Experience sailing aboard AmaMagna traces the Danube from Vilshofen to Budapest with curated live performances, artist encounters and cultural programming that celebrate Black artistry and its deep European resonance.

Duration9 nights

RiversDanube

CountriesAustria, Germany, Hungary, Slovakia

Duration9 nights

RiversDanube

CountriesAustria, Germany, Hungary, Slovakia

Highlights of your Soulful Experience

Aerial view on Marienplatz town hall and Frauenkirche in Munich, Germany

Two Nights in Munich

Explore the capital of Bavaria alongside local guides, with plenty of time for independent exploration. Your stay includes luxury accommodations, daily breakfast and more.

Vienna State Opera house at sunset, city of Wien, Austria

Vienna's stage for Black artists

Black American musicians and performers crossed the Atlantic to play Vienna's stages. Your guide tells you who came, what drew them and what they found.

The story behind the concert halls

Scholars on board talk about diaspora, heritage and resistance. Now the Danube's grand concert halls come with a backstory the audio guide skips.

Christmas tree and lights in front of St. Stephen's Basilica Square

Music after the markets

Shop Christmas markets from Budapest to Passau, then head back to the lounge, where live music picks up where the markets left off.

What's included with your cruise

An opened luggage on top of a bed in a stateroom

More room to breathe

Choose from suites, 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

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

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 sailings

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

Preview your itinerary

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Explore the daily onshore experience options available throughout your cruise.

Dates, Prices and Offers

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

AmaRudi

Named for Co-Founder Rudi Schreiner, AmaRudi debuts in 2027 as a next-generation Danube ship, combining spacious suites, farm-to-ship cuisine, and welcoming spaces for relaxation and discovery.

Staterooms: 98

Passengers: 196

AmaRudi

Named for Co-Founder Rudi Schreiner, AmaRudi debuts in 2027 as a next-generation Danube ship, combining spacious suites, farm-to-ship cuisine, and welcoming spaces for relaxation and discovery.

Staterooms: 98

Passengers: 196

Why travelers choose AmaWaterways

Magna on the Danube•AmaMagna

“I was very surprised by the amount of space. It was the best suite we’ve ever been in for storage. Usually there’s never enough room to put your clothes away. There wasn’t any wasted space and it was so comfortable.”

Mitchell G.

Magna on the Danube•AmaMagna

“The AmaMagna shattered all of our misconceptions about river cruising. We loved our spacious stateroom, the dining options and the delicious food. There was so much to do every day; I never even cracked open the book I brought to read.”

Becky T.

Magna on the Danube (Soulful Experience)•AmaMagna

“I thought it was amazing! I believe it’s one of the best things that needed to come forward. Because it’s needed for the Black community to experience different cultures in Europe and their Black history.”

Geisha C.