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AmaBella, Gems of Southeast Europe ex Budapest to Giurgiu

Cruise AmaBella, Gems of Southeast Europe ex Budapest to Giurgiu
Cruise Line AMA Waterways
Ship AmaBella
Destination EU Rivers
Brief Description 7 Night Cruise sailing from Budapest to Giurgiu aboard AmaBella.
Type of Cruise River
Departure Date 15 Aug 2022
Cruise Description 7 Night Cruise sailing from Budapest to Giurgiu aboard AmaBella.

Day 1 BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – EMBARKATION
Board the ship for your Gems of Southeast Europe cruise. (D)

Day 2 MOHÁCS – PÉCS
Enjoy a scenic morning cruise to Mohács. You’ll then visit Pécs, founded more than 2,000 years ago by the Romans. Visit the UNESCO-designated Christian Necropolis; St. Peter’s Basilica, the city’s main Catholic cathedral along with its catacombs; and Széchenyi Square, the heart of Old Town Pécs. You will also see the Mosque of Pasha Qasim the Victorious, one of the symbols of the city. Or for wine connoisseurs, you’ll want to go to the Szekszárd wine region, one of the oldest red-wine-growing areas in Hungary, established more than 2,000 years ago. You may also take an exhilarating guided bike tour around Mohács. (B,L,D)

Day 3 VUKOVAR, CROATIA – NOVI SAD, SERBIA
Vukovar is a Croatian symbol of resistance, which you’ll better understand on your city tour showcasing the Ovčara Memorial and Eltz Castle. Alternatively, choose a wine tasting in Ilok, a center of wine production since Roman times, where you’ll sample its famous Grasevina, Traminac and Frankovka wines. Back on board, cruise to Novi Sad, sometimes called the “Serbian Athens.” Discover Novi Sad on a walking tour to Dunavski Park and through Stari Grad, the Old Town center. If you prefer a more active exploration, join a guided biking tour or hike through Fruska Gora National Park. During the evening, visit Petrovaradin Fortress, a mighty stronghold no enemy has ever breached. (B,L,D)

Day 4 BELGRADE
Explore Serbia’s capital, Belgrade, on a city tour, which includes the Kalemegdan Fortress and the Serbian Orthodox Temple of St. Sava. Later, choose from three intriguing excursions. Visit the Royal Palace, the official residence of the Serbian Royal Family; and then tour the House of Flowers, the mausoleum of Marshal Tito, who became the first President of Yugoslavia. Or enjoy a taste of the region by sampling Serbian plum brandy, Šlivovitz, and delicious local delights at the Quburich Distillery. For those wishing a more active adventure, join a guided bike tour or hike to Belgrade Fortress. (B,L,D

Day 5 SCENIC CRUISING THROUGH THE IRON GATES
Visit Golubac Fortress – a medieval fortified town on the south side of the Danube River – before cruising through the Iron Gates. The Iron Gates is one of Europe’s most awe-inspiring natural wonders. The Danube narrows as it winds through a series of magnificent gorges between the Carpathian and Balkan mountains, forming a natural border between Serbia and Romania. The ancient King Decebalus, the last king of Dacia, is proudly carved into the mountainside and always captivates travelers. (B,L,D)

Day 6 VIDIN, BULGARIA
Explore Vidin, one of Bulgaria’s oldest cities, and surrounding areas with a choice of excursions. Discover Baba Vida Fortress, the largest preserved medieval castle in Bulgaria. Continue on to Belogradchik, one of Bulgaria’s natural wonders, where you can hike around its most spectacular rock formations. Alternatively, visit a local home for a demonstration of traditional Bulgarian yogurt and Banitsa, a pastry you will also get to make. You also have the choice to bike through Vidin and to the castle. (B,L,D)

Day 7 ROUSSE – GIURGIU, ROMANIA
Visit Bulgaria’s ancient capital, Veliko Tarnovo, with its medieval fortress and multiple orthodox temples. You can opt instead to go to Rousse, known for its 19th- and 20th-century Neo-Baroque and Neo-Rococo architecture, and then afterwards visit the UNESCO-designated Rock-Hewn Churches of Ivanovo with frescos revealing exceptional artistry of 14th-century paintings. Later in the day, travel through the Romanian countryside to the capital of Bucharest, known as the “Little Paris of the East.” Enjoy a panoramic tour of the historic city center and its elegant architecture, followed by a visit to the Palace of the Parliament, the second largest administrative building in the world. (B,L,D)

Day 8 GIURIU – DISEMBARKATION
Bid farewell to Giurgiu as you prepare for your flight home. (B)

Sailing Dates
30 May 2021
27 Jun 2021
25 Jul 2021
19 Sep 2021
17 Oct 2021
14 Nov 2021
11 Apr 2022
20 Jun 2022
18 Jul 2022
15 Aug 2022
12 Sep 2022
10 Oct 2022
07 Nov 2022
Pricing
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Cruise Itinerary
Date Port Arrive Depart
15 Aug 2022 Budapest, Hungary
16 Aug 2022 Mohacs, Hungary
16 Aug 2022 Pecs, Hungary
17 Aug 2022 Vukovar, Croatia
17 Aug 2022 Novi Sad, Serbia
18 Aug 2022 Belgrade, Serbia
19 Aug 2022 Iron Gate, Romania, Serbia
20 Aug 2022 Vidin, Bulgaria
21 Aug 2022 Rousse, Bulgaria
21 Aug 2022 Giurgiu, Romania
22 Aug 2022 Giurgiu, Romania
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.

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