Danube River Knit Retreat 2027
Budapest, Hungary to Vilshofen, Germany
07 - 14 November, 2027
Our Special Guests
Mary Jane Mucklestone - Knit Instructor - USA
Laura Nelkin - Knit Instructor - USA
Janette Budge - Knit Instructor - Scotland
Di Gilpin & Sheila Greenwell - Knit Instructors/Designers & Authors - Scotland
Knicoleknits - Knit Instructor/Podcaster - Canada
Deb McDonald & Janine Smith aka Skein Sisters - Yarn Shop Owners - Australia
Experience the heart of Europe on an unforgettable journey along the Danube, exploring storybook cities, grand imperial capitals, and charming riverbank villages from Budapest to Vilshofen. Each day brings enriching cultural encounters, breathtaking scenery, and exclusive experiences designed to immerse you in the region’s timeless beauty.
Included In Your Cruise
- Accommodation during the 7 night Danube River cruise (Nuremberg, Germany to Budapest, Hungary)
- Port Charges & Pre-Paid Gratuities onboard AMALea
- All gourmet meals onboard (Early Riser Coffee and Croissants, a Rich Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Tea & Coffee with Cake, Cookies & Sandwiches and a Multi-Course Dinner
- Free Flowing Red and White Wine from the local regions, Beer, Soft Drinks, Tea, Ice-Tea, Coffee including Cappuccino, Latte and Espresso throughout the cruise - not just during lunch and dinner
- Complimentary "Sip & Sail" menu cocktail hour offering a selection of beverages on five evenings - one hour before dinner
- Bottled Water, fluffy bathrobes and slippers are provided free of charge in each cabin
- Use of the Heated Swimming Pool on the Sun Deck and use of the indoor fitness equipment free of charge
- Use of Bicycles and helmets onboard free of charge
- Complimentary use of the internet onboard
- Complimentary In-Cabin Movies
- Every AMAWaterways vessel is equipped with an elevator; however, it does not go to the lowest passenger Deck (Stateroom CAT E and D) nor does it go to the Sun Deck
- Special knit & crochet events/classes throughout the cruise
- AMAWaterways shore excursion program during the cruise with English speaking guides. Use of AMAWaterways' Quiet Vox headsets are also included at no additional cost
- Special non-AMAWaterways shore excursions will be on offer closer to departure date.
- Services of AMAWaterways' professional English Speaking Cruise Director
Meet Our Special Guests
We're delighted to introduce to you our special guests.
PATTY LYONS
Knit Designer, Knit Instructor & Author
PATTY LYONS is a recognized knitting teacher and technique expert from America who is known for teaching the “why” not just the “how” in her pursuit of training the “mindful knitter”. She specializes in sweater design and sharing her love of the much-maligned subjects of gauge and blocking.
Patty teaches nationally at guilds, shops, and knitting shows around the country as well as hosting her own retreats. Her popular classes can also be found on DVD and online on her education site. This Christmas Market Knit Retreat will be Patty's second appearance with SPJ Retreats.
MARY JANE MUCKLESTONE
Knit Instructor, Knit Designer & Author
MARY JANE MUCKLESTONE loves connecting with the fiber community by teaching handknitting classes and learning about the knitting happening in each place. Mary Jane finds sharing her knitting knowledge a joy, and learning new things is her passion passion. Her goal is for her students to have fun while learning new skills. Working one-on-one with her students, She aims to give them the courage to try something new.
Meet Our Invited Yarn Shop Hosts
STEPHANIE EARP &
NAOMI ENDICOTT
Espace Tricot, Montreal PQ
Espace Tricot is a LYS in Montreal, Quebec. Whether you're new to this delightful craft, or an experienced stitcher, or anything in between our wide selection of natural-breed specific fibres and hand-dyed beauties cater for knitters of all skill levels. Owners Stephanie and Naomi are longtime knitters and teachers who love a challenge, thrive on intricate colour work and offbeat sweater constructions - but there's always a simple stockinette project lurking in the background!
DEB MCDONALD &
JANINE SMITH
Skein Sisters, Sydney, Australia
Deb and Janine met while working at the Foundation & Friends of the Botanic Gardens in the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney. They soon discovered their mutual love of yarn.
Becoming frustrated at not being able to find the yarns they wanted in Australia plus the cost and difficulty of ordering overseas, the idea of Skein Sisters was born. Deb and Janine are both so grateful that Skein Sisters has found its place at the heart of Australia's crafting community.
Staterooms Onboard AMALea
- CATEGORY E FIXED WINDOW - $5,999CAD per person based on double or twin share
- CATEGORY D FIXED WINDOW - $6,299CAD per person based on double or twin share
- CATEGORY CB FRENCH BALCONY $7,199CAD per person based on double or twin share
- CATEGORY CA FRENCH & OUTSIDE BALCONY $7,699CAD per person based on double or twin share
- CATEGORY BB FRENCH & OUTSIDE BALCONY $8,299CAD per person based on double or twin share
- CATEGORY BA FRENCH & OUTSIDE BALCONY $8,499CAD per person based on double or twin share
- CATEGORY AB FRENCH & OUTSIDE BALCONY $8,699CAD per person based on double or twin share
- CATEGORY AA FRENCH & OUTSIDE BALCONY $8,999CAD per person based on double or twin share
AMALea Deck Plan
- In-room temperature control
- Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet
- Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads
- Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone
- Flat-screen TV
- Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library
- Complimentary internet and Wi-Fi
- Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
- Desk and chair