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Lower Danube River Cruise Budapest to Bucharest with Transylvania on AMA Waterways

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👁️ 14K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 13:55
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❤️ Best for CoupleNorthern_europe · Fall · 7 nightsFrom BudapestVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

the lower danu is often the next River Cruise destination for people that have already done some River cruising in Europe

we're here on a seven- night Voyage with Amel waterways starting in Budapest and traveling Eastward

Budapest is worth a day or two if you haven't been here previously

the castle is certainly worth a look if you're here in Romania but the nearby town of sha a ski resort in the winter months and a Charming Road stop in the other months is also worth a visit

Creator's Tips & Advice

Visit Budapest for a day or two if you haven't been there before
Get to Bran Castle early in the morning to avoid crowds
Use the subway in Bucharest for easy navigation

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Crowds at popular sites like Bran CastleGet there early in the morning before the throngs of tourists show up

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the Lower Danube River cruise experience like?
QWhat are the key stops and attractions on a Lower Danube cruise?
QHow can travelers plan a Lower Danube cruise?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

Budapest4 Happy Bacon
Giurgiu3 Happy Bacon
Golubac4 Happy Bacon
Top: Visit to Golubac Fortress
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YouTube Video Description

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