Shawn M. Warner is the author of young adult adventure stories, science fiction, fantasy, and good old-fashioned mysteries. He shot to fame with a TikTok video where he sold his debut book, Leigh Howard and the Ghosts of Simmons-Pierce Manor, in the aisle of a grocery store, but what you’ll learn during this cruise are the 3 practical and sage lessons that made success possible and how to apply them in your life.
The first books Shawn remembers reading were about a horse named Blaze and his owner Billy. These stories started his passion for writing when he was only six years old. He particularly loved books that could take him off to the Adventureland of his own imagination.
Shawn’s own personal adventures aided in the development of his stories. As a teenager he spent many days exploring the wooded and undeveloped areas of his neighborhood. Shawn took up skydiving, scuba, made a few bungee jumps, studied martial arts and learned how to play the guitar. He also spent four years in the army.
Shawn admits that the greatest adventure of his life has been his marriage to his wife and raising his two kids. All three inspire him. And now he’s living out his childhood dream. Join Shawn and his wife as they sail the Danube discussing books and creating new adventures.
Itinerary
Route: Budapest to Vilshofen
Dates: October 16-23 , 2024
Ship: AmaSonata
Arrive in Budapest and board your luxurious river cruise ship.
Budapest offers an unmatched combination of culture and tradition. Your city tour begins with a visit to the Great Market Hall before going to both the Buda (hilly) and the Pest (flat) sides of the river. You’ll see Heroes’ Square and Castle Hill, home to the Fisherman’s Bastion and Mattias Church. As an alternative, you can hike up to Castle Hill for breathtaking views of the city below.
Host to the crowning ceremonies of 11 Hungarian kings and queens between 1536 and 1830, Bratislava certainly has earned the title “Coronation City of Kings,” as you’ll discover during your walking tour. Or join a special “Tastes of Slovakia” tour. For a more active adventure, hike up to Bratislava Castle, offering magnificent views of the city.
The “City of Waltzes” offers a wealth of gems and your city tour showcases its regal splendors, including the majestic Opera House and the former Imperial Palace of the Habsburgs. Conclude your tour in Vienna’s historic city center and then visit St. Stephen’s Cathedral, or discover Vienna by bike. During the afternoon, enjoy leisure time to further explore this iconic city.
After reaching Weissenkirchen, you’ll be treated to several choices of excursions. Take a walking tour of Dürnstein before visiting the UNESCO-designated Melk Abbey. For a more culinary-focused experience, join a walking tour in Dürnstein, then enjoy a wine tasting hosted by a local vintner and sample special apricot treats from a local boutique. If you prefer a more active adventure, hike up to the fortress where Richard the Lionheart was once held or join a guided bike tour to Melk. Later in the day, sail through the Strudengau Valley to medieval Grein for an exclusive visit to the more than 500-year-old Greinburg Castle, looming regally from above.
The ship arrives in Linz where you’ll have several choices of excursions. Opt for a full-day excursion to Salzburg where you’ll tour the historic center, Mirabell Gardens, Residenz Square and the Old Market. En route to Salzburg, stop at Mondsee, home of the Basilica St. Michael. Or join a morning walking tour through the old city center of Linz and by the Mozart House; or go on a bike tour of the city’s famed “Cultural Mile” and the Danube. During the afternoon, you can also choose to visit charming Ceský Krumlov, located just over the Czech-Austrian border.
Discover the city of Passau in one of three ways. Enjoy a walking tour and marvel at Gothic and Italian Baroque architecture and St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Alternately, choose between a guided hike up to the Veste Oberhaus fortress or a guided bike tour along the River Inn. Later, cruise to Vilshofen, where you will be treated to a festive Oktoberfest celebration- an AmaWaterways exclusive.
Bid farewell to Vilshofen and prepare for your flight home.
*Optional 2-night, pre-cruise stay in Budapest for $560/person. And/or optional 3-night, post-cruise stay in Prague for $900/person.
Suite
300 sq feet w/ Double Balcony- In-room temp control, large wardrobe, hair dryer and safe
- Deluxe bedding w/ Egyptian linens, down pillows, and duvet
- Flat-screen TV, with On-Demand entertainment
Category AA+
290 sq feet w/ Double Balcony- In-room temp control, large wardrobe, hair dryer and safe
- Deluxe bedding w/ Egyptian linens, down pillows, and duvet
- Flat-screen TV, with On-Demand entertainment
Category AA
235 sq feet w/ Double Balcony- In-room temp control, large wardrobe, hair dryer and safe
- Deluxe bedding w/ Egyptian linens, down pillows, and duvet
- Flat-screen TV, with On-Demand entertainment
Category AB
235 sq feet w/ Double Balcony (one deck lower than AA)- In-room temp control, large wardrobe, hair dryer and safe
- Deluxe bedding w/ Egyptian linens, down pillows, and duvet
- Flat-screen TV, with On-Demand entertainment
Category BA
210 sq feet w/ Double Balcony- In-room temp control, large wardrobe, hair dryer and safe
- Deluxe bedding w/ Egyptian linens, down pillows, and duvet
- Flat-screen TV, with On-Demand entertainment
Category BB
210 sq feet w/ Double Balcony (one deck lower than BA)- In-room temp control, large wardrobe, hair dryer and safe
- Deluxe bedding w/ Egyptian linens, down pillows, and duvet
- Flat-screen TV, with On-Demand entertainment
Category C
170 sq feet w/ French Balcony- In-room temp control, large wardrobe, hair dryer and safe
- Deluxe bedding w/ Egyptian linens, down pillows, and duvet
- Flat-screen TV, with On-Demand entertainment
Category D
160 sq feet w/ Fixed Window- In-room temp control, large wardrobe, hair dryer and safe
- Deluxe bedding w/ Egyptian linens, down pillows, and duvet
- Flat-screen TV, with On-Demand entertainment
On top of these Amazing prices, guests in categories C and above will also receive complimentary pre-paid gratuities!!!
Deposit by 12/31/23 to lock in your airfare!!!
For more information on this cruise contact Nicole Zima
Phone: 407-457-9799 / Email: nicole@sailawaygrouptravel.com
