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Hungary River Cruises

Set along the Danube, Hungary offers exploration of grand architecture, café culture, and centuries-old traditions. Budapest anchors the experience with its architecture and energy, complemented by scenic stretches and historic towns like Esztergom and Szentendre.

View of Heidelberg, Germany from the river during winter

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Budapest and Historic Danube Towns

Visit a local home and see how banitsa, a traditional Bulgarian pastry typically paired with yogurt, is made, offering an easy introduction to the country’s cuisine.

Featured Experiences in Hungary

Guided Tour of Budapest’s Historic Districts

Explore Budapest with a local guide, gaining perspective on the city’s layered history while moving between landmark neighborhoods.

Budapest, the historical city of Central Europe Translation: Széchenyi thermal baths

Relax at a Historic Thermal Bath in Budapest

Spend time at one of Budapest’s historic thermal baths, where natural hot springs and long-standing bathing traditions remain.

Nagymaros-Visegrad, Picturesque Area on the Danube Bend, Hungary

Scenic Cruise Through the Danube Bend

Sail through the Danube Bend, one of Hungary’s most picturesque stretches of river, where forested hills and historic towns frame sweeping views.

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Testimonials

“We’ve told so many people about how river cruising with AmaWaterways is the best-kept secret in travel, and we are already talking about what river we will experience next.”

Meghan F.

“Hats off and a bow down to the AmaSiena crew for providing a wonderful experience. I want to give a special shout-out to our Cruise Director. She was there for us all the time including pre- and post-cruise experinces. She is the best Cruise Director of any cruise we have ever been on! ”

Tom C.

“We had planned our river cruise during Christmas, but we didn’t even miss celebrating at home because AmaLucia was completely decked out with wreaths, ornaments, and lights and there were at least four Christmas trees on board. Our gift to the kids this year was the river cruise, but we did take advantage of the ship’s tradition of everyone putting their slippers out to sneak some trinkets into theirs. It was so fun; we may even start doing this at home! On board the ship, our family played a lot of board games in the lounge and danced to the live music each evening. We also spent some quiet time together in the stateroom watching Christmas movies. The gift of traveling with your family is that you don’t have constant distractions or activities to run to – you can just spend more time being together.”

Jennifer V.

“As a slightly disabled 80-year-old, I missed out on many included excursions with other companies. Then I found AmaWaterways and their gentle walker options and my world opened up.”

Patricia T.

“From the moment we landed in Amsterdam for the pre-cruise until the last day of the post-cruise in Zurich, our tour manager, Florentin, made us feel welcome and safe.  He remained with us throughout the trip and was extremely professional, knowledgeable and resourceful.  Florentin always had a smile on his face and interesting details about the cities on our trip.”

Ernestina R.

Land Extensions

Extend Your Journey in Budapest

Spend additional time in Budapest exploring historic neighborhoods, grand architecture, and the city’s famous thermal baths. Guided tours provide context while allowing time to experience the capital beyond the river.

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Germany

Germany unfolds gracefully along its rivers, where medieval towns, vineyard-lined hillsides, and grand cities reveal centuries of culture and craftsmanship. Cruising the Rhine, Main, Danube, and Moselle connects you effortlessly to historic castles like Burg Eltz and vibrant cities like Cologne and Munich—inviting you to explore at an unhurried pace.

Netherlands

Travels through the Netherlands take you through historic canals and flower-dotted landscapes. See highlights like the historic windmills in UNESCO World Heritage town of Kinderdijk and the canal-lined city of Utrecht while cruising its waterways, or dive deeper into history and art in the country’s vibrant capital, Amsterdam.

Bulgaria

Experience Bulgaria while sailing the Danube with a visit to the northwestern town of Vidin. Here, medieval fortresses and dramatic natural formations define the landscape. Guided visits introduce a lesser-known chapter of Eastern Europe, with time spent exploring historic landmarks and striking scenery that feels both remote and distinctive.