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Cruise Club Giveaway january 2026
Valued at $20,746

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Experience Europe’s Festive Magic on the Danube

Draw No. 53     Opens: 1 Jan 2026    Closes: 31 Jan 2026    Drawn: 3 Feb 2026

Cruise Details:

Ship: AmaSonata
Departure: 18 November 2026
Nights: 7 nights
Departs: Vilshofen
Returns: Budapest

Start the new year in style with the Clean Cruising January Club prize, a 7-night Romantic Danube cruise onboard the luxurious AmaSonata. Cruising through Europe’s most enchanting festive destinations, you'll sail from Vilshofen to Budapest, visiting Passau, Linz, Weissenkirchen, Vienna, and Bratislava along the way. This elegant journey also includes a 3-night land extension in Prague, complete with a Czech beer tasting, a perfect blend of cultural discovery and indulgent delights. With Christmas markets, storybook towns, and twinkling lights at every stop, this experience captures the true spirit of a European winter wonderland.

Includes:

10 night package - AMAWaterways Romantic Danube with Festive Delights and Prague extension

• $2,500 per person International air credit
• 3 nights pre cruise hotel stay at the InterContinental Hotel, Prague or similar
• Golden City of a Hundred Spires tour or Prague Castle Hike  
• Czech beer tasting
• Transfer to Regensburg with city highlights tour before a transfer to Vilshofen
• 7 night cruise onboard AMASonata in a BB Balcony stateroom for two
• Included small group shore excursions
• Beer & wine with lunch & dinner & Sip and Sail Cocktail hour daily 
• Gratuities
• Complimentary Wi-Fi - up to 4 devices

Enjoy the finest in river cruising with AMA Waterways' award-winning hospitality and inclusions. You'll stay in a BB Balcony stateroom and enjoy small-group shore excursions tailored to different activity levels, gourmet dining with beer and wine included at lunch and dinner, and the daily Sip & Sail Cocktail Hour. Plus, gratuities and complimentary Wi-Fi are included, ensuring a seamless, carefree experience. This is more than a cruise, it's a romantic journey through time, culture, and festive cheer.

2nd PRIZE - $1,000 Clean Cruising Gift Voucher 
3rd PRIZE - $500 Clean Cruising Gift Voucher 

View full competition Terms and Conditions

ACT permit – TP/02912, NSW permit – TP/01249 , SA permit – T25/2197

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7 Night Romantic Danube (Festive Delights)

Ports of call

To find out more about the itinerary for this cruise, select the itinerary items below.

Day Date Port of Call Arrival Departure
1 Wednesday, November 18, 2026 Vilshofen, Germany Embark
View of Vilshofen, Germany

The charming 1200-year-old town of Vilshofen is located in the southern part of the Bavarian Forest and on the banks of the Danube. At this age, the town has seen its fair share of flood, plague, and war. But despite the cracks caused by these unforeseen and unfortunate circumstances, the town is even more attractive now - having survived it all. Don't miss a visit to the abbey of Benedictine monks. Read more about Vilshofen, Germany

2 Thursday, November 19, 2026 Vilshofen, Germany
View of Vilshofen, Germany

The charming 1200-year-old town of Vilshofen is located in the southern part of the Bavarian Forest and on the banks of the Danube. At this age, the town has seen its fair share of flood, plague, and war. But despite the cracks caused by these unforeseen and unfortunate circumstances, the town is even more attractive now - having survived it all. Don't miss a visit to the abbey of Benedictine monks. Read more about Vilshofen, Germany

2 Thursday, November 19, 2026 Passau, Germany
View of Passau, Germany

Passau is a town in Lower Bavaria, Germany, at the junction of three Rivers: the Danube, the Inn from the South, and the Ilz coming out of the Bavarian Forest to the North. During the Renaissance and early modern period it became one of the most prolific centres of sword and bladed weapon manufacture in Germany. Today it is notable for its gothic and baroque architecture. The setting of the Old Town created by Italian baroque masters in the 17th century shows soaring towers, picturesque places, enchanting promenades and romantic lanes. Read more about Passau, Germany

3 Friday, November 20, 2026 Linz, Austria
View of Linz, Austria

Linz is the third-largest city in Austria and the capital of the federal state of Upper Austria. Bridging both banks of the Danube River, it lies 30 km south of the Czech border. Stroll through the marvelous old quarter of the town, and be astonished by this progressive development of the city. Historical buildings, including the castle built on the site of the old fortress Lentia, the concert hall and the university contrast with some rather modern architecture. Read more about Linz, Austria

4 Saturday, November 21, 2026 Weissenkirchen, Austria
View of Weissenkirchen, Austria

Weissenkirchen is the next town up the Danube from Durnstein. It is a bigger town and very delightful. Here the cathedral that is part new construction and part medieval ruin dominates the town. Weissenkirchen has a galaxy of old homestead buildings dating from the mid-6th century. Read more about Weissenkirchen, Austria

5 Sunday, November 22, 2026 Vienna, Austria
View of Vienna, Austria

Vienna, Austria's capital city, has a population of around two million and is located to the east of the Alps in the Vienna Basin. Architectural styles range from classic to modern, and include some of the world’s best known examples of Art Nouveau. Fascinating features are the few high-rise buildings, and numerous parks and gardens, with many statues of famous people such as Mozart and Strauss. The city is home to opera houses and venues that hold concerts featuring Viennese music. Read more about Vienna, Austria

6 Monday, November 23, 2026 Bratislava, Slovakia
View of Bratislava, Slovakia

Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, is situated on both banks of the Danube River between Austria and Hungary, and is the only national capital that borders two independent countries. Bratislava and Vienna are also two of Europe's closest national capitals, less than 60 km apart. The cityscape of Bratislava is noted for its medieval towers and grandiose 20th century buildings, but has undergone profound changes in a construction boom at the start of the 21st century. Many beautiful monuments survive in the old town to tell of its past under Austro-Hungarian rule, and Bratislava's numerous museums are surprisingly rich. Read more about Bratislava, Slovakia

6 Monday, November 23, 2026 Vienna, Austria
View of Vienna, Austria

Vienna, Austria's capital city, has a population of around two million and is located to the east of the Alps in the Vienna Basin. Architectural styles range from classic to modern, and include some of the world’s best known examples of Art Nouveau. Fascinating features are the few high-rise buildings, and numerous parks and gardens, with many statues of famous people such as Mozart and Strauss. The city is home to opera houses and venues that hold concerts featuring Viennese music. Read more about Vienna, Austria

7 Tuesday, November 24, 2026 Budapest, Hungary
View of Budapest, Hungary

Budapest is the capital and largest city of Hungary, situated on both banks of the river Danube, with its 346 river cruise ships (2019). Originally with the cities of Buda on the west bank and Pest on the east bank, it became a single city with their unification in 1873. The city’s rich and colourful history, its extensive World Heritage Site including the Danube River banks, the Buda Castle Quarter, Andrássy Avenue, and the Millennium Underground Railway, have resulted in its becoming an important tourist centre in Central Europe. Explore the city on foot and see the historical traces on her grand buildings, and in cobbled streets. Read more about Budapest, Hungary

8 Wednesday, November 25, 2026 Budapest, Hungary Disembark
View of Budapest, Hungary

Budapest is the capital and largest city of Hungary, situated on both banks of the river Danube, with its 346 river cruise ships (2019). Originally with the cities of Buda on the west bank and Pest on the east bank, it became a single city with their unification in 1873. The city’s rich and colourful history, its extensive World Heritage Site including the Danube River banks, the Buda Castle Quarter, Andrássy Avenue, and the Millennium Underground Railway, have resulted in its becoming an important tourist centre in Central Europe. Explore the city on foot and see the historical traces on her grand buildings, and in cobbled streets. Read more about Budapest, Hungary