2024 | 2025

Gems of Southeast Europe

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AmaMagna Ship Tour with Samantha Brown

With Emmy®-winning AmaWaterways Godmother Samantha Brown

Prefer to join Samantha Brown in 2025? Join our esteemed host from June 15-22, 2025 as we glide from Hungary into Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria and Romania, the culture-rich countries of Eastern Europe. Sample Hungarian wine and Serbian brandy, pedal along the riverbanks, and visit medieval Golubac Fortress before cruising through the awe-inspiring Iron Gates, which form a natural border between Serbia and Romania. Immerse yourself in the unique history and traditions of this region alongside your favorite television host and travel expert, who also serves as AmaMagna’s Godmother. Plus, indulge in all the generous amenities on board AmaMagna, including the most luxurious suites on the Danube River.

Reserve by June 30, 2024 to save up to C$2,400 per stateroom or receive a 20% Single Supplement for solo travelers on this special sailing!

Must request promo code SB2025 at time of reservation in order to receive.

What's Included
  • 7-night river cruise in elegantly appointed accommodations aboard AmaMagna
  • Two “Travel Talks” with Samantha Brown
  • All onboard dining in four restaurants, including special Welcome and Captain’s Gala Dinners and The Chef’s Table multi-course tasting menu
  • Sip & Sail cocktail hour; unlimited hand-selected wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
  • Complimentary small-group fitness classes led by a professionally trained Wellness Host
  • Immersive guided excursions in every port, including bike tours, hikes and wine tastings
  • Live local entertainment
  • Unlimited complimentary Wi-Fi access
Gems of Southeast Europe Itinerary
CRUISE YEAR
CRUISE FROM : Budapest to Giurgiu
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 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 Croatia. Be treated to the flavors, sights, sounds and cultures of this diverse swath of the continent.
COUNTRIES: Bulgaria, Croatia, Hungary, Romania, Serbia
RIVERS: Danube

Gems of Southeast Europe At a Glance

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Gems of Southeast Europe Included Features

SPACIOUS STATEROOMS
  • 7 nights luxury accommodation in a riverview stateroom (most are suites with full outside balconies)
  • Entertainment-On-Demand in all staterooms featuring free high-speed internet access, movies, a music library and English language TV stations
  • Desk and sitting area
  • Bottled water replenished daily
AN ARRAY OF AMENITIES
  • Wellness Program with a dedicated Wellness Host leading various fitness classes
  • Personalized service from a highly trained Cruise Manager during both cruise and land packages
  • Internet and Wi-Fi access
  • Sun-deck pool, whirlpool and walking track
  • Expansive wellness studio with juice bar, outside spin bikes, massage services and hair and nail salon
  • Full-sized pickleball court
  • Split-level Main Lounge with panoramic views and bar
  • Daily entertainment including cultural performances
  • Onboard cinema
AWARD-WINNING DINING
  • All onboard dining in four unique restaurants: the Main Restaurant, The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant, Al Fresco Restaurant and Jimmy’s
  • Regionally inspired cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients
  • Welcome Cocktail, Welcome Dinner, La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Dinner, Captain's Cocktail and Gala Dinner
  • La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs exclusive dining experience
  • Unlimited fine wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
  • Unlimited sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast
  • Sip & Sail Cocktail Hour with complimentary wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks
  • Tapas, snacks and refreshments served daily in the Main Lounge
A WORLD OF EXPLORATION
  • Immersive tours in every destination
  • Gentle, regular, active and late-riser tour options
  • Bike tours and hikes
  • Special interest tours such as culinary demonstrations, museum visits and tastings
  • Knowledgeable guides
  • Personal headset for easy exploration
  • Airport transfers with purchase of air from AmaWaterways
Gems of Southeast Europe Dates & Prices
EMBARK June 15
7-NIGHT CRUISEBudapestGiurgiu
Save C$2400 Per Stateroom

PRICES ARE PER PERSON
  • $6,108
  • $4,908
ADD 2 NIGHTS VIENNA PRE-CRUISE AND 2 NIGHTS BRASOV, 2 NIGHTS BUCHAREST POST-CRUISE
  • CHECK-INJune 13
  • C$2,849
ADD 2 NIGHTS VIENNA PRE-CRUISE AND 3 NIGHTS ISTANBUL
  • CHECK-INJune 13
  • C$3,740
Notes:
Important Dates, prices & itineraries are subject to change.

Port Charges not included in cruise price C$305 per person.

Single Supplement for Cruise 50% of twin price; AA+ and Suite 100% of twin price.

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

Bedding Please select bedding configuration at the time of booking. The Options are: Option A: Two twin beds Option B: One large bed (larger than queen size).

Reserve your next river cruise with peace of mind
Ask your Travel Advisor about our Travel Waiver Plus or call us at 1-800-626-0126 or visit AmaWaterways.com

Terms & Conditions:

All rates listed are per person in CAD, inclusive of port charges and based on double occupancy in a category E stateroom. 20% Cruise Savings is applicable to new FIT reservations made December 13, 2024 through June 30, 2024 on Magna on the Danube July 28, 2024 on the AmaMagna. 20% Cruise Savings applies to total cruise fare, based on category purchased. Offer is applicable to all categories for double occupancy. 20% Cruise Savings is applied after all other eligible discounts have been applied to the cruise fare; when multiple percentage discounts are applicable, the lowest is applied first. Must mention promo code SB2024 in order to receive. C$2,400 Cruise Savings is per stateroom, based on double occupancy in a category E stateroom and applicable to new FIT reservations made December 18, 2023 through June 30, 2024 for the Gems of Southeast Europe June 22, 2025 sailing on the AmaMagna. 20% Single Supplement is available for solo travelers only and applies to cruise fare only for the Magna on the Danube July 28, 2024 sailing. Offer excludes categories SA, SB, Grand Suite and Owner Suite. Must mention promo code SB2024-SOLO for 2024 sailing and SB2025-SOLO for 2025 sailing in order to receive. Stateroom upgrades, transfers, land packages, gratuities and airfare are additional. Offers are combinable with Loyalty Benefits, Future Cruise Benefit Program, and AirPlus promotions. Offer is limited to availability, capacity controlled and subject to change without notice. AmaWaterways reserves the right to correct any errors or omissions at any time. Other restrictions apply; visit AmaWaterways.ca/terms-conditions for full terms and conditions. Registration as a seller of travel does not constitute approval by the State of California. CST#2065452-20.

Gems of Southeast Europe Ship

AmaMagna

Set sail in ultimate luxury on board AmaWaterways’ state-of-the-art ship, AmaMagna, redefining the river cruise experience. Twice the width of traditional European river ships, the AmaMagna offers more than 50% ultra-spacious suite accommodations with full balconies as well as five onboard bars, four unique dining experiences, an expansive Zen Wellness Studio, two soothing massage rooms, a hair salon, nail salon and much more.Learn more
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