Elisa McConnehea

Welcome to the Travel By Elisa - Christmas Mart Danube Thanksgiving 2026 registration!

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7- Night Cruise

CRUISE FROM :

VILSHOFEN TO BUDAPEST

Experience timeless holiday traditions and elegant pageantry in five countries—Hungary, Slovakia, Austria and Germany. Let iconic capital cities—Budapest, Bratislava and Vienna—decked in holiday finery with glittering Christmas trees illuminated by thousands of lights, bells pealing from cathedral towers and children dressed as angels singing Christmas carols, dazzle you. Wander the stalls of Europe’s most traditional and enchanting Christmas Markets, including Regensburg and Salzburg, shopping for handcrafted toys and gifts, sipping hot mulled wine and inhaling the fragrance of gingerbread and roasted chestnuts. Cherish all the glory and magic of the season in grand European style as you cruise along the Danube during this festive time of the year.

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About the Sailing

424 days to go

AmaLea

AMA Waterways

Departing Vilshofen on Saturday, November 21st 2026

7-night trip going to European Rivers (River Cruises)

Visiting: Vilshofen, Passau, Linz, Weissenkirchen, Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest

Itinerary | About the Ship | Deck Plans | Ports of Call

Optional Land Packages

Pre-cruise 3 Nights Praque from $975 per person

Staterooms

Cat D: D

Stateroom Type: Ocean View

In room safe, hair dryer, full-length mirror, ample closet space and direct dial telephone
All staterooms have AmaWaterways’ exclusive Entertainment On Demand system, including complimentary Internet access, first run Hollywood movies and music library
Flat-screen Televisions with local and satellite channels
Hotel-style white on white, plush bedding and terry bathrobes
Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerhead
Individually controlled air-conditioning

Per Guest

Guest 1: $2,998.00

Guest 2: $2,998.00

includes all applicable taxes and fees

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Cat CB: CB

Stateroom Type: Balcony

In room safe, hair dryer, full-length mirror, ample closet space and direct dial telephone
All staterooms have AmaWaterways’ exclusive Entertainment On Demand system, including complimentary Internet access, first run Hollywood movies and music library
Flat-screen Televisions with local and satellite channels
Hotel-style white on white, plush bedding and terry bathrobes
Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerhead
Individually controlled air-conditioning

Per Guest

Guest 1: $3,798.00

Guest 2: $3,798.00

includes all applicable taxes and fees

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Cat BB: BB

Stateroom Type: Balcony

Category BB Cello Deck - French Balcony & Outside Balcony, 210 sq. ft. In-room temperature control Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library Complimentary internet and Wi-Fi Complimentary bottled water replenished daily Desk and chair

Per Guest

Guest 1: $4,798.00

Guest 2: $4,798.00

includes all applicable taxes and fees

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Cat AB: AB

Stateroom Type: Balcony

In room safe, hair dryer, full-length mirror, ample closet space and direct dial telephone
All staterooms have AmaWaterways’ exclusive Entertainment On Demand system, including complimentary Internet access, first run Hollywood movies and music library
Flat-screen Televisions with local and satellite channels
Hotel-style white on white, plush bedding and terry bathrobes
Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerhead
Individually controlled air-conditioning

Per Guest

Guest 1: $5,198.00

Guest 2: $5,198.00

includes all applicable taxes and fees

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Suite: SS

Stateroom Type: Suite

In room safe, hair dryer, full-length mirror, ample closet space and direct dial telephone
All staterooms have AmaWaterways’ exclusive Entertainment On Demand system, including complimentary Internet access, first run Hollywood movies and music library
Flat-screen Televisions with local and satellite channels
Hotel-style white on white, plush bedding and terry bathrobes
Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerhead
Individually controlled air-conditioning
Extra spacious Suites are 350 sq. ft. with exclusive “Twin Balcony” and mini-bar
Enhanced sitting area in Suites featuring a sofa and two chairs
Suites have expansive bathroom with a bathtub and separate shower

Per Guest

Guest 1: $6,689.00

Guest 2: $6,689.00

includes all applicable taxes and fees

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Itinerary

Day

Date

Port

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Day 1

Date 11/21/2026

Port Vilshofen

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Day 2

Date 11/22/2026

Port Vilshofen

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Day 2

Date 11/22/2026

Port Passau

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Day 3

Date 11/23/2026

Port Linz

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Day 4

Date 11/24/2026

Port Weissenkirchen

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Day 5

Date 11/25/2026

Port Vienna

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Day 6

Date 11/26/2026

Port Bratislava

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Day 7

Date 11/27/2026

Port Budapest

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Day 8

Date 11/28/2026

Port Budapest

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About the AMA Waterways AmaLea

Launched in 2018, AmaLea like her sister ship, the 156-passenger AmaKristina, is inspired by luxury yachts and designed specifically to maximize the enjoyment of every guest by providing a distinctive river cruise experience. As you walk on board the AmaLea, you’ll be greeted by a warm and welcoming staff with a flute of bubbly.

Spacious, elegantly appointed staterooms range in size from 155-235 sq. ft. or indulge even more in one of the suites at 350 sq. ft. Select staterooms can become adjoining by request, and some offer triple occupancy to accommodate the needs of families. Most accommodations have twin balconies, both a French and outside balcony, so you can enjoy the ever-changing scenery however you wish.

Additional stateroom amenities include Entertainment-On-Demand, featuring free high-speed Internet access, unlimited Wi-Fi, movies, music and English language TV stations; climate-controlled air conditioning; and an in-room safe. In the marble bathroom, enjoy multi-jet showerheads, soothing bath and body products, robes and hair dryers. Suites feature added enhancements, including a larger sitting area with sofa and two chairs, and an expansive bathroom complete with a bathtub and separate shower. AmaLea offers a host of added comforts and conveniences, including a massage and hair salon, gift shop and specialty coffee station.

On the Sun Deck, you can enjoy a dip in the heated pool, as well as a refreshing beverage at the swim-up bar. The stunning Main Lounge provides an exhilarating backdrop for meeting your fellow guests and enjoying nightly entertainment. As a member of La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs, the exclusive international culinary society, you'll be treated to exquisite, locally-inspired cuisine always paired with unlimited wine, as well as beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner. You'll also relish a variety of dining venues, including The Chef’s Table speciality restaurant, featuring an exquisite tasting menu prepared right before your eyes.

With a walking track on the Sun Deck, a fitness room and a fleet of onboard bicycles to use on your own or on one of the many guided bike tours, as well as healthy menu choices, you’ll have everything needed to stay active and healthy while sailing Europe’s great rivers.

Details and Deck Plans

Year Built	2018	Capacity	160
Year Refurbished	--	Elevators	1
Registry	Switzerland	Restaurants	2
Tonnage	0	Bars	1
Cabins	83	Pools	1
Wheelchair Accessible Cabins	N	Theaters	--
Shops	Y	Library	Y
Meeting Rooms	--	Casino	--
Spa	Y	Disco	--
Fitness Center	Y	Children's Program	--
Internet Cafe	Y

Sun Deck

Violin Deck

Cello Deck

Piano Deck

Ports of Call

Vilshofen (Days 1, 2)

Vilshofen an der Donau is a town in the German district of Passau.

Passau (Day 2)

One of Germany´s oldest and most beautiful cities, Passau is ideally located at the confluence of the Inn, Ilz, and Danube rivers. This city, with its charming cobblestone streets and graceful arcades, is perfect for exploring. Begin with the impressive St Stephan´s Cathedral. Beneath its lavish interior is one of the largest pipe organs in the world.

Attractions & Activities

Set at the confluence of Inn, Ilz and Danube Rivers, enchanting Passau is home to charming cobblestone streets, elegantly colored building facades, and graceful arcades. Passau's baroque St. Stephan's Cathedral houses the world's largest church organ with more than 17,000 pipes, which is still used for concerts today.

Linz (Day 3)

Under the rule of the mighty Habsburgs, Austria was the dominant political force in Central Europe. Today it may be politically reconciled to being a minor player in the European Union but it has few peers as a year-round holiday destination, with plenty of winter sports in the Schwarzenegger-sized Alps, some of the most impressive and overblown architecture in Europe and an unrivalled musical tradition that even The Sound of Music couldn't sully.

Weissenkirchen (Day 4)

Perfectly situated to explore the wonders of the region including Melk's magnificent Benedictine Abbey, one of Europe's largest and most famous monastic sites, home to religious relics and a library filled with medieval manuscripts, as well as the enchanting town of Durnstein.

Vienna (Day 5)

A wealth of treasures await you in Vienna - one of Europe´s most dynamic cities. A center of classical music, art, theater, and history, Vienna is the city of the waltz, the Spanish Riding School, Sacher Torte, and the famous Vienna Boys´ Choir. A number of excursions allow you to capture the spirit of this elegant city.

Attractions & Activities

Any visitor to Vienna should be sure to stop in one of the city's famous cafes to taste the delectable Sacher Torte. Noted landmarks include the impressive Hofsburg Palace, Vienna Opera House, and lavish Schonbrunn Palace, the preferred residence of the Hapsburgs.

Bratislava (Day 6)

The capital of Slovakia, Bratislava is filled with baroque city palaces that have been lovingly restored and is dominated by an enormous castle that sits 300 feet above the Danube. After decades of communist rule, Bratislava is once again transforming itself into one of central Europe's most vibrant cities. See St. Martin's Cathedral in the historic Old Town, Michael's Gate and the neoclassic Archbishop's Palace as well as centuries-old squares filled with shops and cafes.

Attractions & Activities

Visit 13th-century Bratislava Castle, which offers a breathtaking view of three countries, the Gothic cathedral of St Martin, site of the coronation of many Hungarian kings and queens. On your own, explore the Old Town Hall and the stunning Mirbach Palace.

Budapest (Days 7, 8)

This enchanting and exotic capital of Hungary straddles the banks of the Danube and is divided into two distinct parts, traditional Buda and more modern Pest. Budapest is aptly called "Paris of the East," for its beautiful evening illumination and reflected lights in the Danube's waters.

Attractions & Activities

The old city features amazing examples of architecture such as Buda Castle, the baroque Parliament building, Chain Bridge and Matthias church, where the coronation ceremonies of Hungarian Kings were held. Gellert Hill, high above the city, offers not-to-be missed views.

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