8 Day AmaWaterways River Cruise from Budapest to Nuremberg 2026

Day 1 Budapest

Arrive in Budapest and relax in your cabin on the Danube, where the city’s charm and riverside energy will welcome you.

Day 2 Bratislava

Learn why Bratislava is known as the “Coronation City of Kings” on a guided walking tour, or savor local flavors on a special “Tastes of Slovakia” experience, with an option for a more active adventure hiking up to Bratislava Castle for stunning city views.

Day 3 Vienna

Admire the treasures of the “City of Waltzes” on a guided tour of Vienna’s regal landmarks, including the majestic Opera House, the former Imperial Palace of the Habsburgs, and St. Stephen’s Cathedral, with the option for a more active adventure on a guided bike ride, followed by leisure time to explore the city at your own pace.

Day 4 Dürnstein

Spend the morning in the Wachau Valley with a choice of excursions in Dürnstein, from a walking tour to the luminous blue Stiftskirche with a wine tasting and apricot delights, to a hike up to Richard the Lionheart’s former fortress, before cruising through the picturesque valley to Melk for a tour of the UNESCO-listed Melk Abbey or a guided bike ride, with the option to add a hike for more adventurous passengers.

Day 5 Linz

Disembark in Linz for a full-day voyage to Salzburg, where you can explore the historic center, Mirabell Gardens, Residenz Square, and the Old Market. Or, remain on board to enjoy a scenic cruise to Passau with a walking tour of its Gothic and Baroque architecture and St. Stephen’s Cathedral, with the option to take a guided hike to Veste Oberhaus Fortress or a bike tour along the Inn River.

Day 6 Regensburg

Sightsee in Regensburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Germany’s best-preserved medieval cities, on a guided walking tour featuring the Old Town Hall and the ancient Roman Porta Praetoria. Indulge in Bavarian specialties like beer, sausage, and pretzels. Or, take a scenic bike ride to Walhalla to admire the neoclassical white marble temple inspired by the Parthenon.

Day 7 Nuremberg

Enjoy a scenic morning cruise along the Main-Danube Canal to Nuremberg, then explore the medieval city center with a tour of the Imperial Castle, Albrecht Dürer’s home, and Market Square. In the afternoon, delve into the city’s WWII history with a visit to Zeppelin Field and the Nuremberg Trials museum or savor traditional Franconian flavors with Nuremberger Bratwurst, Rotbier, and gingerbread.

Day 8 Nuremberg

Begin your journey home