AmaWaterways will operate a special Lunar New Year cruise on the Danube in 2027, offering a Mandarin-language programme for travellers celebrating the Year of the Goat.
Departing on January 31, 2027, the seven-night sailing aboard AmaLea follows the line’s Best of the Danube itinerary, with calls at Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Melk and Linz.
The cruise has been tailored for Mandarin-speaking guests, with Mandarin-speaking crew, bilingual daily programmes, translated shore excursions and bilingual menus. Asian dishes will also be served alongside the line’s regional European cuisine.
The itinerary includes guided walking tours, cycling excursions, hikes and cultural visits across Austria, Slovakia and Hungary. Highlights include Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna, Melk Abbey, Bratislava’s historic centre and an optional excursion to Salzburg.
Guests will also take part in a Lunar New Year Gala Dinner during the cruise.
The sailing includes AmaWaterways’ standard onboard inclusions, such as accommodation, dining, unlimited wine and beer with lunch and dinner, Wi-Fi, wellness activities and a choice of shore excursions at each destination.
Kristin Karst, co-founder and chief brand ambassador of AmaWaterways, said: “As we continue to welcome more guests from across Asia, we are excited to create experiences that are both culturally meaningful and personal.
“Lunar New Year is a time for family, reflection and celebration, and we wanted to give our Mandarin-speaking guests the opportunity to mark this special occasion while exploring some of Europe’s most beautiful destinations. With the world-class hospitality that defines AmaWaterways, we hope our guests will create unforgettable memories as they welcome the Year of the Goat.”
