Vacation
May 16th - May 27th 2025
You arrive in Budapest where you will stay for 3 nights and 4 days in a
4- or 5-star hotel
There is also a pickleball court on the sundeck where you will have 7 additional days to play while you sail down the Danube River.
on board the Amadeus long ship
"The Riva"
" Your Special Day of Pickleball "
will start with a drive about 1 1/2 hours out of the city of Budapest to the Andocs area. This will be day 2 of your clinic with Pro Instructor Brett Noel you will be learning, drilling and playing most of the day.
A FULL DAY of FUN and a lifetime of memories will be created
Amadeus also offers generously designed public spaces and
numerous luxury outdoor and dining venues
Amadeus has a host of On-Board inclusions such as personalized service of an experienced,
English speaking Cruise Directors, variety of enriching onboard programs, including fascinating lectures, cooking demonstrations Local cultural performances and music by our onboard musicians &
bottled water in cabins replenished daily.
Complimentary use of onboard bicycles for independent exploration.
Onboard fitness center open 24- hours a day
WiFi is available throughout the vessel including staterooms
Welcome and Farewell Cocktail Receptions, Welcome Dinner and Captain's Gala Dinner
plus, ship staff and crew gratuities are included in your cruise fare.
Gourmet dining featuring breakfast, multi-course lunches and dinners with menu choices (including vegetarian options), Afternoon tea and late-night snacks
12:00 p.m. transfer from courts back to ship for a sailing at 1:30 p.m. - lunch on board
overlooking the river,and the
Pest side with its grand,
Neo Gothic style Parliament House.
Depart from Budapest after lunch by coach on an excursion to the Hungarian countryside to explore the artists ‘town of Szentendre,
and the former capital of Hungary, Esztergom.
Should you choose to remain on board, enjoy an afternoon relaxing on deck, before arriving in Esztergom
In the morning, we call it our next capital city -
12:30 p.m. transfer from courts back to ship for lunch
See all the excursions available today in the excursion packages.
Walk through the gardens of Schönbrunn Castle
There is much to see in Imperial Vienna: Palaces, a Museum Quarter displaying works by artists Egon Schiele and Gustav Klimt, the historic buildings along the Ringstrasse,
St. Stephen's Cathedral
and the famous Vienna State Opera among others.
This afternoon, choose to venture to Schönbrunn Palace, the sumptuous summer palace and gardens of Empress Maria Theresia and the Habsburg Empire.
This evening take the chance to attend the “Sound of Vienna“ and listen to the “Alt Vienna“ orchestra play popular pieces from Vienna's classical era — a perfect end to your Vienna experience.
The romantic Wachau Valley is one of the most beautiful landscapes of Austria. In the morning your ship docks in Dürnstein, with its blue medieval abbey on the edge of the Danube River. Wander through this quaint village or join a walking tour featuring a visit to Dürnstein Abbey. Alternatively, if you wish to explore the wines of the Wachau, a visit to the Krems winery estate to learn about the history and enjoy a tasting is a must.
During lunch on board, your cruise continues to Emmersdorf.
Spend the afternoon discovering this typical small town in Lower Austria or opt to travel across the river to nearby Melk and its glorious Benedictine abbey — the largest in Austria.
In the evening, your ship leaves Wachau and heads for Linz.
Arrive in the erstwhile cultural capital of Linz for today ‘s excursion options: Join the walking tour and stroll on streets squares boasting unique churches, concert venues, and plenty of artists who come to the city to thrive. Before returning to the vessel, a slice of Linzer Torte will sweeten your day.
Nature lovers should join our active hiking tour around the city offering beautiful views and new perspectives of the Danube city.
Or you can accompany us to Salzburg and spend a day experiencing Mozart's hometown and the sparkling lakes of the Salzkammergut.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and end your excursion back in Linz.
You will have the opportunity to play on the ship with Pro instruction - times and duration will vary- ship must be at the pier to play
luckily we are in Passau until tomorrow :)
After breakfast, join our tour of Passau and discover the unique flair of winding alleyways and baroque masterpieces that still characterize the city today.
In the afternoon, visit the Veste Oberhaus, one of the largest preserved castle complexes in Europe that towers high above Passau.
(transfer not included in price)
You will need to fly out of Munich Germany (MUC)
or
Linz Austria (LNZ)
more information to follow
Additional Excursions can be purchased to enhance your time in the different countries.
These are carefully curated consisting of immersive and inspiring excursions to create an adventure.
Excursions can be bought in a package or purchased separately.
(prebooked excursions are offered a 15% discount if booked in a package with deposit)
These excursions are additional and not included in the itinerary or the cost of this trip
Does NOT include International Airfare
Train or Airport transfer from Passau to your departure airline in Linz or Munich is not included in this price but can be arranged.
***NOTE- ALL PASSENGERS MUST HAVE A VALID PASSPORT WITH A MINIMUM OF 6 MONTHS REMAINING AFTER THE END OF THIS TRAVEL DATE***
C-4 cabin is approx 172 square feet with panoramic window
Spacious bathroom, small panoramic window (cannot be opened), spacious wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe. Located Aft to ship location, see deck plans for location on the ship
This is a double occupancy cabin/ single supplements also available- please see booking page for pricing
Price is $4890..00 per person which includes the Pre Cruise and Pickleball land package
Deposit required to hold is $635.00 per person
See booking page to request this cabin
FINAL PAYMENT DUE:
January 1st 2025
C-1 cabin is approx 172 square feet with panoramic window
Spacious bathroom, small panoramic window (cannot be opened), spacious wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe. Located Aft to ship location, see deck plans for location on the ship
This is a double occupancy cabin/ single supplements also available- please see booking page for pricing
Price is $5290.00 per person which includes the Pre Cruise and Pickleball land package
Deposit required to hold is $655..00 per person
See booking page to request this cabin
FINAL PAYMENT DUE:
January 1st 2025
B-4 cabin is approx 188.4 square feet with drop-down panoramic window
Spacious bathroom, drop-down panoramic window, mini-bar, walk-in wardrobem choice of bed configuratio (double or twin bed), flat screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe. Located on the Middle deck - see deck plans for location on the ship
Cabins with connecting doors are available on request
This cabin is located on the middle deck- please see deck plan for location on the ship
This is a double occupancy cabin/single supplements also available- please see booking page for pricing
Price is $5715.00 per person which includes the Pre Cruise and Pickleball land package
Deposit required to hold is $677..00 per person
See booking page to request this luxury cabin
FINAL PAYMENT DUE:
January 1st 2025
This is a double occupancy cabin /single supplements also available- please see booking page for pricing
Price is $$5990.00 per person which includes the Pre Cruise and Pickleball land package
Deposit required to hold is $690.00 per person
See booking page to request this luxury cabin
FINAL PAYMENT DUE:
January 1st 2025
This is a double occupancy cabin/ single supplement available- see booking page for pricing
Price is $$6350. per person which includes the Pre Cruise and Pickleball land package
Deposit required to hold is $710.00. per person
See booking page to request this luxury cabin
FINAL PAYMENT DUE:
January 1st 2025
• Package A includes:
• Evening Cruise with folklore show on board Included
• Budapest- Castle Hill & Historic Wonders $57.00
• Bratislava- Beauty of the Danube $68.00
• Vienna – Imperial Discovery Tour $54.00
• Melk Abbey- A Baroque Jewel $72.00
• Full- Day Salzburg with Lunch $181.00
Passau Walking Tour $28.00
Bavarian evening on board Included
Package “A” purchased in advance TOTAL $391.00 (15% discount applied)
Excursions can also be purchased individually on board at full price.
****If you are signing up for a Specific package or Excursion-
Please be aware if you ARE PLAYING PICKLEBALL THAT EXCURSIONS MAY NOT BE POSSIBLE TO ATTEND DUE TO TIME CONSTRAINTS OR COURT TIMES. ONCE YOUR EXCURSION IS PAID IN FULL OR PAID IN ADVANCE IT IS NON-REFUNDABLE OR EXCHANGABLE ****
Cruise your way and choose from a carefully curated selection of immersive and inspiring excursions and adventures. Select ONE of our packages offered at a discounted rate when purchased in advance or book individual shore excursions at regular rates onboard your cruise.
Excursion Package "B" includes:
Evening Cruise with folklore show on board Included
Budapest- Castle Hill & Historic Wonders $57.00
Esztergom, Visgrad castle and Szentendre $69.00
Bratislava- Beauty of the Danube $68.00
Vienna – Imperial Discovery Tour $54.00
“Sound of Vienna” Classical Concert $87.00
Durnstein with Abbey and tasting $57.00
Melk Abbey- A Baroque Jewel $72.00
Linz Walking tour with Linzer Torte tasting $34.00
Amadeus Active Hiking in Linz $40.00
Passau walking tour $28.00
Visit of the Veste Oberhaus $53.00
(with three rivers viewpoint)
Bavarian evening on board Included
Excursions can also be purchased individually on board at full price.
If you are signing up for a Specific package or Excursion- Please be aware if you ARE PLAYING PICKLEBALL THAT EXCURSIONS MAY NOT BE POSSIBLE TO ATTEND DUE TO TIME CONSTRAINTS OR COURT TIMES.
ONCE YOUR EXCURSION IS PAID IN FULL IT IS NON-REFUNDABLE OR EXCHANGEABLE
Cruise your way and choose from a carefully curated selection of immersive and inspiring excursions and adventures. Select ONE of our packages offered at a discounted rate when purchased in advance or book individual shore excursions at regular rates onboard your cruise.
Evening Cruise with folklore show on board Included
Budapest- Castle Hill & Historic Wonders $57.00
Esztergom- Visgrad Castle and Szentendre $69.00
Bratislava- Beauty of the Danube $68.00
AMADEUS Taste: Vineyard Raca $82.00
and the Carpathian Wine Region
Vienna – Imperial Discovery Tour $54.00
Visit to Schonbrunn Palace $85.00
“Sound of Vienna” Classical Concert $87.00
Durnstein with Abbey and tasting $57.00
Melk Abbey- A Baroque Jewel $72.00
Full- Day Salzburg with Lunch $181.00
Passau Walking Tour $28.00
Visit of the Veste Oberhaus $53.00
(with three rivers viewpoint)
Bavarian evening on board included
excursions can also be purchased individually on board at full price.
***If you are signing up for a Specific package or Excursion- Please be aware if you ARE PLAYING PICKLEBALL THAT EXCURSIONS MAY NOT BE POSSIBLE TO ATTEND DUE TO TIME CONSTRAINTS OR COURT TIMES. ONCE YOUR EXCURSION IS PAID FOR IT IS NON-REFUNDABLE OR EXCHANGEABLE ***
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