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Iconic Christmas Markets

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Voyage Code: AMAAE271208AHX
moon 7 nights
anchor AmaSonata
calendar 8 Dec '27

Cruise overview

Travel back through centuries as you walk along cobblestone streets through grand cities and historic towns bedecked with twinkling Christmas trees and lined with wooden huts gleaming with handcrafted treasures. Iconic Christmas Markets are plentiful and are on full display for your pleasure. Nuremberg’s festive Christkindlesmarkt, the largest and oldest Christmas Market in Germany; Regensburg’s Artisan Christmas Market at Thurn and Taxis Castle, considered one of Bavaria’s most beautiful and romantic; Vienna with its impressive Christmas Markets that seem to majestically appear around every corner; and Budapest, where products sold in the market are traditionally handmade. Revel in a feast for the senses: sparkling lights; festive sounds of children dressed as angels singing carols; and enticing smells of hot-mulled wine, roasted chestnuts, sausages and sweet treats of every kind.

Nuremberg
Nuremberg
Regensburg
Passau
Melk
Vienna
Budapest
Budapest

Itinerary

Day 1

Nuremberg

NUREMBERG, GERMANY – EMBARKATION. Board the ship for your Iconic Christmas Markets cruise. (D)


Nuremberg is a medieval city located in northern Bavaria in Germany. It is Bavaria’s second largest city and is noted for its iconic red roofed buildings and medieval architecture. The imperial Castle overlooks Nuremberg and was one of the most important fortifications of the Roman Empire. For more significant cultural history, the Germanisches Nationalmuseum, one of the largest cultural history museums in the German speaking world, offers visitors exhibitions from Prehistoric all the way to present day. Walking tours around the city offer an enjoyable and active way to learn of Nuremberg’s history and culture. Through Old Town, discover fountains, wells, churches, and art treasures, as well as learning of the colourful past and cosmopolitan present of the city and its people. Nuremberg is also home to one of the oldest Christmas markets in Germany, the Nuremberg Christkindlesmarkt, where visitors can purchase traditional handmade decorations and enjoy the famous gingerbread, mulled wine, and grilled sausage from over one hundred and eighty wooden stalls.

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Nuremberg

Day 3

Regensburg

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Passau

Day 5

Melk

Day 6

Vienna

Day 7

Budapest

Day 8

Budapest

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A generously sized suite with a large sitting area, expansive bathroom, and a full Twin Balcony. Thoughtful touches, enhanced amenities and extra space create a luxurious home-from-home on the river.

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Refined and contemporary, AmaSonata offers the perfect blend of luxury and exploration.

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  • Twin-balcony stateroom design
  • Main restaurant and The Chef’s Table
  • Heated pool with swim-up bar
  • Panoramic lounge and bar
  • Fitness room and spa treatment area
  • Walking track and bicycles available
  • All-inclusive dining with wines and beers
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout
AmaSonata Accommodation

Accommodation

Staterooms measure from 170 sq. ft. to 350 sq. ft., each offering stylish décor and panoramic views. Suites include larger lounges, dual balconies and premium touches such as Champagne on arrival and upgraded bath amenities.

AmaSonata Dining

Dining

Menus feature locally inspired dishes from the regions visited. The Chef’s Table showcases culinary artistry with multi-course tasting menus, while the main restaurant provides a relaxed yet refined atmosphere for daily dining.

AmaSonata Amenities

Amenities

AmaSonata’s public areas include a panoramic lounge, boutique and library. The Sun Deck’s pool, bar and walking track offer the perfect vantage point for scenic cruising.

AmaSonata Wellness

Wellness

Guests can stay active in the fitness room or unwind with a massage. Optional yoga and cycling excursions encourage a balanced onboard lifestyle.

AmaSonata Entertainment

Entertainment

Evenings feature live piano music, regional folk performances and themed events.

AmaSonata Families

Families

AmaSonata is ideal for couples and families, with connecting cabins and flexible excursions.