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7-Night Trip on AmaBella

Gems of Southeast Europe (Wine Cruise)

Cruise, River cruise, Small Ship/Yacht

Budapest to Giurgiu Cruise

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Touch history and learn about winemaking traditions while sailing along the lower Danube River through Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria and Romania. Wine connoisseurs will have a chance to taste history from the centuries-old winegrowing hills dating back to the Romans. Be treated to the flavors, sights, sounds and cultures of this diverse swath of the continent. Taste Bulgarian wine in Vidin and visit one of the oldest red-wine-growing areas in Szekszárd. With a dedicated wine expert to guide you, indulge in wine tastings and a specially curated food and wine pairing dinner on board. Venture off the beaten path and enjoy an epicurean adventure that includes brandy and local wines in five distinctive countries.
Interests
  • Wine
7 Nights Starting At
March 30, 2026 through April 06, 2026
Book by:
March 26, 2026 7:00 PM
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About AmaBella

Ship Overview
AmaBella
Isn’t she lovely? Newly reimagined in 2021, the graceful AmaBella is a stunning river ship, unique in her own right. The intimate lounge is an inviting place to grab a cocktail and the thoughtfully redesigned reception area, adorned with charming pieces of contemporary art, provides a warm welcome after a day exploring ashore. Most staterooms feature our signature twin balconies so you can enjoy the views however you wish, as well as Entertainment-On-Demand and marble bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads. Elegant suites feature added enhancements, including a large sitting area and an expansive bathroom complete with a bathtub and separate shower. You’ll also find a massage and hair salon on board, a fitness room, specialty coffee station and a gift shop. An expansive Sun Deck with a heated pool offers special moments of pure relaxation. Mealtimes are a feast for the senses in the Main Restaurant and at The Chef’s Table where you will witness our chefs in action through our glass-walled kitchen. Our new “Café Bistro” is the perfect al fresco setting to play cards, mingle or enjoy a light lunch. Throughout your journey on the Danube, you may catch sight of AmaVerde, AmaBella’s “secret lover.” The two ships cross paths as they sail opposite directions, catching brief moments together as they rendezvous in select ports along the Danube River.
Ship Details
Ship's Registry
Switzerland
Year Built
2010
Ship Length
443 feet
Ship Beam
38 feet
Total Capacity
160
Crew Size
51
Number of Decks
4
Deck Plan Details
Deck plans are not yet available
Daily Options
AMAWaterways: Gems of Southeast Europe (Wine Cruise)

Day 1
Budapest
EMBARKATION

Day 2
Mohacs
Pecs Excursion
OR Guided Bike Ride Along the Danube
OR Szekszárd wine tasting

Day 3
Vukovar
Vukovar city tour
OR Osijek tour
OR Vukovar guided bike tour
Croatian wine tasting
OR Vucedol Museum

Day 4
Belgrade
“The City by Two Rivers” tour
OR Belgrade Fortress hike
OR Belgrade bike tour
Kalemegdanska Terasa wine tasting
OR Novi Sad tour

Day 5
Iron Gates
Golubac Fortress visit
Scenic Cruising – The Iron Gates

Day 6
Vidin
Baba Vida Fortress and Vidin Walking Tour
OR Banitsa Pastry and Yogurt making
OR Vidin bike tour
OR Dos Alamos wine tasting

Day 7
Rousse
Full-day Veliko Tarnovo excursion
OR Veliko Tarnovo & Wine Tasting excursion
OR Ivanovo Rock-Hewn Churches & Rousse Highlights Tour
OR Full-day Bucharest excursion
Leventa wine tasting*

Day 8
Giurgiu
DISEMBARKATION
Ship Overview
Ship Overview
AmaBella
Isn’t she lovely? Newly reimagined in 2021, the graceful AmaBella is a stunning river ship, unique in her own right. The intimate lounge is an inviting place to grab a cocktail and the thoughtfully redesigned reception area, adorned with charming pieces of contemporary art, provides a warm welcome after a day exploring ashore. Most staterooms feature our signature twin balconies so you can enjoy the views however you wish, as well as Entertainment-On-Demand and marble bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads. Elegant suites feature added enhancements, including a large sitting area and an expansive bathroom complete with a bathtub and separate shower. You’ll also find a massage and hair salon on board, a fitness room, specialty coffee station and a gift shop. An expansive Sun Deck with a heated pool offers special moments of pure relaxation. Mealtimes are a feast for the senses in the Main Restaurant and at The Chef’s Table where you will witness our chefs in action through our glass-walled kitchen. Our new “Café Bistro” is the perfect al fresco setting to play cards, mingle or enjoy a light lunch. Throughout your journey on the Danube, you may catch sight of AmaVerde, AmaBella’s “secret lover.” The two ships cross paths as they sail opposite directions, catching brief moments together as they rendezvous in select ports along the Danube River.
Ship Details
Ship's Registry
Switzerland
Year Built
2010
Ship Length
443 feet
Ship Beam
38 feet
Total Capacity
160
Crew Size
51
Number of Decks
4
Deck Plan Details
Deck plans are not yet available
AMAWaterways: Gems of Southeast Europe (Wine Cruise)

Day 1
Budapest
EMBARKATION

Day 2
Mohacs
Pecs Excursion
OR Guided Bike Ride Along the Danube
OR Szekszárd wine tasting

Day 3
Vukovar
Vukovar city tour
OR Osijek tour
OR Vukovar guided bike tour
Croatian wine tasting
OR Vucedol Museum

Day 4
Belgrade
“The City by Two Rivers” tour
OR Belgrade Fortress hike
OR Belgrade bike tour
Kalemegdanska Terasa wine tasting
OR Novi Sad tour

Day 5
Iron Gates
Golubac Fortress visit
Scenic Cruising – The Iron Gates

Day 6
Vidin
Baba Vida Fortress and Vidin Walking Tour
OR Banitsa Pastry and Yogurt making
OR Vidin bike tour
OR Dos Alamos wine tasting

Day 7
Rousse
Full-day Veliko Tarnovo excursion
OR Veliko Tarnovo & Wine Tasting excursion
OR Ivanovo Rock-Hewn Churches & Rousse Highlights Tour
OR Full-day Bucharest excursion
Leventa wine tasting*

Day 8
Giurgiu
DISEMBARKATION
About AmaWaterways
AmaWaterways logo

Family-owned and operated for more than 21 years, AmaWaterways offers unparalleled river cruise experiences with 29 custom-designed ships sailing Europe’s Danube, Douro, Rhine, Moselle, Main, Rhône, Saône, Seine, Garonne and Dordogne Rivers, and Dutch and Belgian Waterways; Southeast Asia’s Mekong River; Africa’s Chobe River; Egypt’s Nile River and Colombia’s Magdalena River (2024). Co-founded by pioneering river cruise executives Rudi Schreiner, Kristin Karst and Jimmy Murphy, the company is renowned for its warm and welcoming crew; innovative and sustainable ship design; wellness activities (including a wide choice of included small group shore excursions featuring biking and hiking options); and award-winning, locally sourced cuisine paired with complimentary fine wine. Modern, spacious and tastefully decorated, most AmaWaterways ships welcome an average of just 150 guests and feature onboard amenities such as a stunning Main Lounge, specialty Chef’s Table restaurant, hair and massage salons, Sun Deck walking track, and heated outdoor swimming pools with swim-up bars. AmaWaterways leads the river cruise industry in innovation, highlighted by the launch of the revolutionary AmaMagna. The company also offers a variety of themed sailings and brand relationships, with sailings geared towards active travelers and families, as well as group and charter options.
 

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About AmaWaterways

Family-owned and operated for more than 21 years, AmaWaterways offers unparalleled river cruise experiences with 29 custom-designed ships sailing Europe’s Danube, Douro, Rhine, Moselle, Main, Rhône, Saône, Seine, Garonne and Dordogne Rivers, and Dutch and Belgian Waterways; Southeast Asia’s Mekong River; Africa’s Chobe River; Egypt’s Nile River and Colombia’s Magdalena River (2024). Co-founded by pioneering river cruise executives Rudi Schreiner, Kristin Karst and Jimmy Murphy, the company is renowned for its warm and welcoming crew; innovative and sustainable ship design; wellness activities (including a wide choice of included small group shore excursions featuring biking and hiking options); and award-winning, locally sourced cuisine paired with complimentary fine wine. Modern, spacious and tastefully decorated, most AmaWaterways ships welcome an average of just 150 guests and feature onboard amenities such as a stunning Main Lounge, specialty Chef’s Table restaurant, hair and massage salons, Sun Deck walking track, and heated outdoor swimming pools with swim-up bars. AmaWaterways leads the river cruise industry in innovation, highlighted by the launch of the revolutionary AmaMagna. The company also offers a variety of themed sailings and brand relationships, with sailings geared towards active travelers and families, as well as group and charter options.
 

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Prices are per-person based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted.