Celebration of Classical Music: The Danube

Celebration of Classical Music: The Danube on AmaSonata

Cruise, River cruise, Small Ship/Yacht

Budapest to Vienna Cruise

From Strauss’s <i>The Blue Danube</i> to Mozart’s <i>Linz Symphony</i>, the Danube River has inspired countless musicians throughout the centuries. Their famous melodies are carried on the river’s current, which you’ll follow through some of the most spectacular capitals – Budapest, Hungary; Bratislava, Slovakia; and Vienna, Austria – where they lived, composed and performed, as well as to cities such as Salzburg, Austria, where Mozart was born. Along the way, you will be treated to a variety of live performances by renowned musicians that are sure to fill your heart with love for the Danube throughout the ages. Whether you are a musician yourself, a classical music connoisseur or simply a discerning traveler seeking a nuanced and immersive experience, let the Danube River be your melodious muse on this incredible classical music themed journey.

About AmaSonata

Ship Overview

AmaSonata

Introduced in 2014, the award-winning AmaSonata sings her melodious tune down Europe’s great rivers. Most accommodations have twin balconies, so you can enjoy the ever-changing scenery however you wish, along with amenities like Entertainment-On-Demand, high-speed Internet access and English-language TV stations. A soft color palette in each stateroom calms the mind for relaxation, but when you’re ready to get active, head to the fitness center or up to the Sun Deck to the heated pool. Crisp white tablecloths and napkins grace the tables in the subdued Main Dining Room, while The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant highlights its 5-star multi-course cuisine with gold-hued tones and a twinkling overhead centerpiece. With a stunning Main Lounge, tranquil library, sun-deck walking track, massage and hair salon, and gift shop, you’ll never find a dull moment—and will sing AmaSonata’s praises while sailing on board.

Ship Details

Ship's Registry

Switzerland

Year Built

2014

Ship Length

443 ft

Ship Beam

38 ft

Passenger Capacity

162

Crew Size

Laundromats

Number of Decks

Deck Plans

Daily Options

Coronavirus Update for AmaWaterways

Health and Safety Protocols

About AmaWaterways

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At AmaWaterways, we strive to personally connect with our guests and make a positive impact on the world so that every mile of their river cruise experience becomes a cherished memory. “Ama” means love – and we put love in everything we do, from our passion for sustainability that guides how we design our ships to the way our expert chefs prepare each regionally inspired dish with care. Leading the way in the travel industry for more than 20 years, we are proud of our innovations, including our signature view-enhancing twin-balcony staterooms, being the first river cruise line to offer a complimentary fleet of bicycles on board and debuting the first-ever full-sized pickleball on board our one-of-a-kind AmaMagna – reimagining river cruising on the Danube. With an award-winning fleet, critically acclaimed dining and a variety of included excursions offered each day, you will make memories of a lifetime on our river journeys through Europe, Egypt and Asia, our Africa Safaris & Wildlife Cruises and, beginning in 2024, our first-ever cruises through South America on Colombia’s magnificent Magdalena River.