Information & Terms & Conditions Hidden Danube Cruise

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Terms & Conditions Specific for the Hidden Danube River Journey - September 27 - October 4, 2027:

PRE-CRUISE REGISTRATION

In order to verify that we have the correct booking information on file for our guests, we kindly ask that all guests complete our pre-registration process upon deposit or no later than the final payment date. 

Guests (or their travel advisor) may visit our website to complete this process at: www.amawaterways.com/check-in By checking in, guests can:

• Ensure that their personal information is correct on all necessary travel documents
• Provide important emergency contact information
• Complete health questionnaire as required
• Inform us of any special occasions
• Sign up for Special Interest Tours (upon receipt of final payment)

Please note: Guest Digital Travel Documents will only be released upon receipt of final payment and completion of the pre -registration process. 

BEFORE YOU LEAVE

Required Travel Documents: It is the guest's responsibility to obtain and possess all valid travel documents for their vacation. This includes acquiring all visas and immunizations required for their nationality by all countries on the itinerary. 

Passports: All guests travelling with AmaWaterways are required to carry a valid passport . Passports must be valid for at least six (6) months for travel to Europe, Asia and Africa, including Egypt, after the scheduled return date to your home country. For travel to Africa and Egypt we require your passport information at the time of deposit , and for travel to Asia prior to or at final payment . 

Visas: At publication time, a visa is required for a US citizen to travel to Turkey , Vietnam, Cambodia, Egypt, Jordan, Rwanda, Tanzania and Zimbabwe (as well as numerous other countries). Please find additional visa information given below in the “Visas & Passports” section of the Booking and Sale Terms and Conditions . Non-US citizens must consult the appropriate consulates regarding visa and other document requirements. Guests should check with the consulate of each country they will visit, or a visa service, to verify current regulations and be aware entry requirements may change without prior notice. Obtaining required visas and any other required travel documentation and assuring these are complete and correct in all ways, is the sole responsibility of each participant. 

As an option available to AmaWaterways guests, required visas may be obtained through an independent third-party visa service provider, Visa Central. For more information, please visit their website at www.VisaCentral.com/AmaWaterways. Visas required for travel to Turkey may be obtained through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Turkey . It is recommended to complete the online application prior to departure and provide necessary documentation at the airport. For more information, please visit their website at www.evisa.gov.tr/en/. 

Special Requests: Please advise us, at the time of reservation, of any special dietary or services requests you may have so that every effort can be made to accommodate you as best as possible . 

Travel Documents: Only after receipt of full payment, Digital Travel Documents (including airline confirmation information, if applicable) will be sent via email, approximately 3-4 weeks prior to departure. (Delay in final payment will delay delivery of Digital Travel Documents .) Requests for expedited Digital Travel Documents may be possible for an additional charge . 

TRAVEL PROTECTION

AmaWaterways strongly recommends the purchase of travel protection to guard against unforeseen situations and to protect your travel investment . Please contact your Travel Advisor or local Travel Protection provider to enquire about your protection options. Alternatively, please ask an AmaWaterways representative for AmaWaterways travel protection options or refer below (conditions apply). It is the sole responsibility of the guest or travel advisor to ask for travel protection at time of initial payment or at time of final payment. 

NOTE: All information pertaining to AIG/ Travel Guard Cruise Protection Plan as detailed above , must conform to the aforementioned payment periods as noted for Pre-Existing Medical Conditions. Should these conditions not apply and therefore the Pre-existing Medical Condition Exclusion is not required, this Cruise Protection Plan may be purchased at any other time during the course of the reservation, up to and including full and final payment on the booking. Cruise Protection Plan is non-refundable, non-transferable to another guest or sailing, and may not be included once full and final payment has been received by AmaWaterways. 

Payment timelines indicated above does not apply to the supplemental AmaWaterways Travel Waiver Plus , which must be purchased at time of cruise deposit only and cannot be purchased at any time thereafter. 

CHILD POLICY

All guests under the age of 18 are to be in a cabin with an adult, and must remain supervised at all times, and their safety is the responsibility of the accompanying adult(s). Children between the ages of 4 - 10 at the time of embarkation may share a cabin with 2 adults provided the child is able to share the bed with the adults - no additional bed will be provided. Please be aware that balcony cabins of any kind may be unsafe for small children if left unsupervised. Children 4-7 years old are not recommended on any program and on our Africa program, due to safety precautions, there is a minimum age limit of 12 years old, unless otherwise agreed upon by AmaWaterways . AmaWaterways does not provide child-specific programs or child-minding facilities.*Terms & conditions apply. 

IMPORTANT TRAVEL AUTHORIZATION & ENTRY SYSTEM UPDATES FOR EUROPE AND THE UK

As global travel security systems evolve, it’s important to be aware of new entry requirements that affect U.S. travelers visiting Europe and the United Kingdom. Sea & Sun Travel wants you to be fully prepared so your journey flows seamlessly from start to finish.

1. Entry/Exit System (EES)

Effective October 12, 2025

The European Union’s Entry/Exit System (EES) is now in effect across all 29 Schengen Area countries. This new digital border control system records the entry and exit of non-EU travelers visiting Europe for short stays (up to 90 days in any 180-day period).

What It Means for Travelers:

• Upon arrival, travelers will have biometric data (fingerprints and facial image) captured and stored in the EES system.
• Passport stamps will gradually be phased out and replaced by electronic records.
• The process makes border crossings faster, more secure, and more efficient across participating countries.

Schengen Area Countries Include: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland.

2. ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System)

Expected to Begin in Late 2026

In addition to EES, travelers from visa-exempt countries (including the U.S.) will soon be required to apply for ETIAS authorization before entering most European countries.

Key Details:

• What Is ETIAS? A mandatory electronic travel authorization, not a visa. It enhances security by pre-screening travelers before arrival.
• Who Needs It? Travelers aged 18–70 from visa-exempt countries (such as the U.S., Canada, and Australia). Travelers under 18 or over 70 must still apply but are exempt from the fee.
• Cost: €20 (approximately $23.50 USD).
• Validity: Three years, or until your passport expires — whichever comes first.
• Application: Apply online or via the official ETIAS mobile app. Most approvals are processed within minutes, but allow up to 30 days before travel.
• Stay Duration: Up to 90 days in any 180-day period within the Schengen Area.

Official ETIAS Website: https://travel-europe.europa.eu/etias_en

We strongly recommend applying for ETIAS well in advance of travel to prevent any disruptions.

3. United Kingdom - Electron Travel Authorisation (UK ETA) 

Started Rolling Out in Late 2025 and Active

If your journey connects through or includes time in the United Kingdom, you may need to obtain a UK ETA. 

What You Need to Know:

• Layovers:
  • If you remain airside during a layover at London Heathrow, Gatwick, or another UK airport, you do not need a UK ETA.
  • If you plan to exit the airport, stay overnight, or explore London during a layover, a UK ETA is required.
• Eligibility: U.S. citizens and travelers from visa-exempt countries must apply for ETA approval prior to arrival.
• Application: Apply online via the official UK ETA website or mobile app.
• Cost: £10 (approximately $12.50 USD).
• Validity: Two years, or until your passport expires (whichever comes first).

Official UK ETA Website: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-an-electronic-travel-authorisation

In Summary

• EES – Now live (as of October 12, 2025): Digital entry/exit tracking at European borders.
• ETIAS – Launching late 2026: Required travel authorization for Schengen Area entry.
• UK ETA – Now live: Required only if you plan to enter the UK (not for airside layovers).

We’ll continue to keep all Sea & Sun Travel clients informed of new travel requirements. If you have questions about EES, ETIAS, or UK ETA procedures, our team is here to guide you every step of the way.

EXCLUSIVE SEA & SUN TRAVEL SHIPBOARD CREDIT OFFER - TERMS & CONDITIONS

Guests who book the AmaVerde Hidden Danube cruise (September 27 – October 4, 2027) through Sea & Sun Travel by April 30, 2026 are eligible to receive an shipboard credit as a special thank-you, based on their stateroom category:

• $250 per suite (SS)
• $200 per French/Outside balcony stateroom (AA, AB)
• $150 per French/Outside balcony stateroom (BA, BB)
• $100 per French balcony stateroom (C)
• $75 per Fixed Window stateroom (D, E)

Additional Terms:

• This offer is valid for bookings made through Sea & Sun Travel only.
• Shipboard credit will be issued after final payment is received and no later than three (3) weeks prior to departure.
• No shipboard credit will be provided for canceled bookings, regardless of cancellation reason.
• This offer has no cash value and is non-transferable.
• Offer may be modified or withdrawn at any time prior to confirmation.

REFERRAL BONUS — TERMS & CONDITIONS

Guests who refer a friend or family member who subsequently reserves a stateroom and completes travel on the AmaVerde Hidden Danube cruise (September 27 – October 4, 2027) with Sea & Sun Travel will receive a complimentary private transfer service in Europe, awarded as follows:

• 1 successful referral: Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to your hotel or ship (pre-cruise) OR Giurgiu cruise port to your hotel or Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport (post-cruise) — your choice
• 2 successful referrals: Both transfers awarded — Budapest airport transfer AND Giurgiu to Bucharest/OTP transfer

Additional Terms:

• The referred guest's name must be noted on the referring guest's reservation form at time of booking. Referrals submitted after the initial booking cannot be honored.
• The referral bonus is awarded only after the referred guest has completed travel on the sailing. Both the referring guest and the referred guest must complete travel on this specific sailing for the bonus to apply.
• Maximum of two (2) referral transfer awards per guest.
• This offer has no cash value, is non-transferable, and cannot be exchanged for any other service or credit.
• Private transfers are arranged by Sea & Sun Travel and are subject to availability of service providers.
• Offer may be modified or withdrawn at any time prior to confirmation.

Guests who refer a friend or family member who books a different Sea & Sun Travel cruise or vacation will receive our standard referral bonus of $50 toward future Sea & Sun Travel planning fees or $50 in shipboard or resort credit on their next booking. Standard referral bonus terms apply.

By booking this cruise, you also agree to both Sea & Sun Travel's Terms & Conditions and AmaWaterways Terms & Conditions.