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Book by 3/31/25 forTriple Savings on Christmas Markets River Cruises 12/15/25-12/22/25 • Gems of Southeast Europe

Dec 15 - 22, 2025

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Day 1 · Mon, Dec 15


About Your Cruise Line - AmaWaterways

With over two decades of experience on the world’s rivers, our family-owned and operated company has remained focused on what we do best: providing our guests with innovative and unforgettable travel experiences. When you step aboard AmaWaterways, each day brings a genuine smile that warms the heart, every river a new culture that inspires, and each course a moment to savor and share.

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About Your Ship - AmaBella

Isn’t she lovely? Newly reimagined in 2021, the graceful AmaBella is a stunning river ship, unique in her own right. The intimate lounge is an inviting place to grab a cocktail and the thoughtfully redesigned reception area, adorned with charming pieces of contemporary art, provides a warm welcome after a day exploring ashore.

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Giurgiu

Dec 15

EMBARKATION – GIURGIU, ROMANIA. Embark the ship in Giurgiu for your Gems of Southeast Europe cruise.

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Day 2 · Tue, Dec 16


Ruse

Dec 16

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 ...

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Day 3 · Wed, Dec 17


Vidin

Dec 17

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 tradition...

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Day 4 · Thu, Dec 18


Iron Gates

Dec 18

SCENIC CRUISING THROUGH THE IRON GATES. 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 borde...

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Day 5 · Fri, Dec 19


Belgrade

Dec 19

BELGRADE, SERBIA. Explore Serbia’s capital, Belgrade, on a city tour, which includes the Nikola Tesla Museum, encompassing the world-renowned inventor’s life and inventions, as well as the Kalemegdan Fortress and the Serbian Orthodox Cathedral of St....

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Day 6 · Sat, Dec 20


Vukovar

Dec 20

VUKOVAR, CROATIA. Welcome to historic Vukovar, a Croatian symbol of resistance, which you’ll better understand on your city tour showcasing the Ovčara Memorial and Eltz Manor House. Alternatively, choose a wine tasting in Ilok, a center of wine produ...

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Day 7 · Sun, Dec 21


Mohács

Dec 21

MOHÁCS - PÉCS, HUNGARY. Visit Pécs, founded more than 2,000 years ago by the Romans, and the UNESCO-designated Christian Necropolis; St. Peter’s Basilica, the city’s main Catholic cathedral along with its catacombs; and Széchenyi Square, the heart of...

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Day 8 · Mon, Dec 22


Budapest

Dec 22

BUDAPEST – DISEMBARKATION. Disembark the ship in Budapest and prepare for your flight home. (B) Budapest is the capital city of Hungary and is located over the River Danube. It is one of the largest cities in the European Union and much of its histor...

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