AmaVerde
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13 Night Gems of Southeast Europe (Wine Cruise) Cruise and Land Tour from Bucharest

Ship: AmaVerde
Cruise Line: AMA Waterways
Sailed: Thursday, Oct 31, 2024 from Bucharest, Romania
Ended: Wednesday, Nov 13, 2024
The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Thursday, Oct 31, 2024 departure of the AmaVerde. If AMA Waterways modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing , the modified schedule would not be reflected here.
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Day 1 - Thursday - Oct 31, 2024
Bucharest, Romania
Bucharest, Romania
Arrive in Bucharest and check into your lovely hotel.
Day 2 - Friday - Nov 1, 2024
Bucharest, Romania
Bucharest, Romania
Bucharest, Romania's capital, has earned its nickname, the "Little Paris of the East", with its wide boulevards and Arc de Triomphe. Enjoy a visit to the city's most impressive sites-including the historic city center and the Palace of the Parliament, second only to the Pentagon as the largest administrative building in the world. Or take a walking tour of Bucharest's Old Town. (B)
Day 3 - Saturday - Nov 2, 2024
Bucharest, Romania
Bucharest, Romania
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Bran Castle, Romania
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Brasov, Romania
Journey through the Romanian countryside to Bran, where you'll visit Transylvania's legendary Bran Castle, forever linked with the legend of Dracula. Later, head to Brasov for a walking tour and check into your hotel. (B)
Day 4 - Sunday - Nov 3, 2024
Brasov, Romania
Brasov, Romania
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Sighisoara, Romania
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Brasov, Romania
Dracula lovers will be in for another treat with an excursion to Sighisoara, birthplace to Transylvania's most notorious ruler, Vlad Tepes, also known as Vlad the Impaler or Dracula. It's hard to believe that this perfectly preserved UNESCO-designated town filled with resplendent pastel-colored buildings, stone lanes, medieval towers, and pedestrian-friendly Old Town was Vlad's place of birth. His home is still here, marked with a placard; however, today it houses a kitschy restaurant called "Casa Dracula". (B)
Day 5 - Monday - Nov 4, 2024
Brasov, Romania
Brasov, Romania
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Sinaia, Romania
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Cruise Begins
Giurgiu, Romania
Your first stop on the road to Transylvania will be the quaint mountain town of Sinaia. While in Sinaia, you'll visit Peles Castle, considered by many to be one of the most stunning castles in Europe. Tour the castle, which was once the residence of the royal family. Later in the day, transfer to Giurgiu where you will embark the ship for your Gems of Southeast Europe cruise. (B,D)
Giurgiu, Romania
Embark the ship in Giurgiu for your Gems of Southeast Europe cruise.
Day 6 - Tuesday - Nov 5, 2024
Rousse, Bulgaria
Rousse, Bulgaria
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Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria
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Rousse, Bulgaria
Experience more of Bucharest or visit Bulgaria's ancient capital, Veliko Tarnovo, with its medieval fortress and multiple Orthodox temples. You can opt instead to explore Rousse, known for its 19th- and 20th-century Neo-Baroque and Neo-Rococo architecture, and then afterwards visit the UNESCO World Heritage-designated Rock-Hewn Churches of Ivanovo with frescos revealing exceptional artistry of 14th-century paintings. (B,L,D)
Day 7 - Wednesday - Nov 6, 2024
Vidin, Bulgaria
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Belogradchik, Bulgaria
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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, or 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 option to take an exhilarating bike tour through Vidin. Continue on to Belogradchik, one of Bulgaria's natural wonders, where you can hike around its most spectacular rock formations. Alternatively, you can bike through Vidin or enjoy a wine tasting. (B,L,D)
Day 8 - Thursday - Nov 7, 2024
Iron Gates
Iron Gates
Golubac Fortress, Serbia
The Iron Gates are some 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. After your scenic cruise, you will arrive at Golubac Fortress - one of the best-preserved medieval fortresses in Europe - for a tour. (B,L,D)
Day 9 - Friday - Nov 8, 2024
Belgrade, Serbia
Belgrade, Serbia
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Vrcin, Serbia
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Belgrade, Serbia
Explore Serbia's capital, Belgrade, on a city tour, which includes the Kalemegdan Fortress and the Serbian Orthodox Temple of St. Sava. Or visit the Royal Palace - the official residence of the Serbian Royal Family - and tour the House of Flowers, the mausoleum of Marshal Tito, who became the first President of Yugoslavia; or hike to Belgrade Fortress. In the afternoon, enjoy a taste of the region by sampling Serbian plum brandy, slivovitz, and delicious local delights at the Quburich Distillery. For those wishing a more active adventure, join a guided bike tour. (B,L,D)
Day 10 - Saturday - Nov 9, 2024
Novi Sad, Serbia
Novi Sad, Serbia
Ilok, Croatia
Vukovar, Croatia
Discover Novi Sad, the "Serbian Athens", 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 to Petrovaradin Fortress, a mighty stronghold no enemy has ever breached. Later in the day, cruise to Vukovar, a Croatian symbol of resistance, which you'll better understand on your city tour showcasing the Ovcara 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. (B,L,D)
Day 11 - Sunday - Nov 10, 2024
Mohacs, Hungary
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Pecs, Hungary
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Mohacs, Hungary
Visit Pecs, founded more than 2,000 years ago by the Romans, and the UNESCO World Heritage-designated Christian Necropolis; St. Peter's Basilica, the city's main Catholic cathedral along with its catacombs; and Szechenyi Square, the heart of Old Town. 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 Szekszard 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 Mohacs. (B,L,D)
Day 12 - Monday - Nov 11, 2024
Budapest, Hungary
Budapest, Hungary
Disembark the ship in Budapest and prepare for your flight home. (B)
Budapest, Hungary
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Budapest, Hungary
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Vienna, Austria
Bid farewell to your ship and take a sightseeing tour of Budapest, the "Queen of the Danube". Your city tour begins with a visit to the vibrant Great Market Hall brimming with vendors selling everything from food to souvenirs. The remainder of this tour takes you to both the Buda (hilly) and the Pest (flat) sides of the river, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that includes views from historic Buda Castle, a visit to Fisherman's Bastion and the beautifully colored Matthias Church. Later in the day, travel to Vienna where you will check into your hotel and enjoy some free time. (B)
Day 13 - Tuesday - Nov 12, 2024
Vienna, Austria
Vienna, Austria
Savor the imperial elegance of romantic Vienna during a guided sightseeing tour past the city's most famous and beautiful locales, including the UNESCO-designated historical city center. See the regal Vienna State Opera house, towering St. Stephen's Cathedral with its fascinating eagle mosaics and geometric patterned roof, and the majestic Ringstrasse, Vienna's famed ring road, lined with incredible architecture, monuments, and parks. You'll also have some free time to explore Vienna on your own. (B)
Day 14 - Wednesday - Nov 13, 2024
Vienna, Austria
Vienna, Austria
Bid farewell to Vienna as you prepare for your flight home. (B)
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