Exploring Austria

Exploring the Wachau Valley: Vineyards, Castles, and Roman Ruins

Discover the magic of Austria's Wachau Valley by bike. From Roman ruins in Mautern to the vineyards of Weißenkirchen, explore 20 miles of history and scenery.

The King in the High Castle: Richard the Lionheart’s Wachau Captivity

A king in disguise, a bitter grudge, and a silver ransom. Discover the true story of how Richard the Lionheart was captured and imprisoned at Dürnstein Castle.

East of Vienna: Where the Orient begins

Where does the West end and the East begin? Join us on the AmaVerde as we sail past Vienna toward the Balkans, exploring the 'Orient' of Metternich and Rome.

From Roman Walls to Aïda Café: A Different Kind of Vienna Tour

Discover the Roman history of Vienna (Vindobona) and the hunt for the perfect konditorei. See where Gladiator began and if American pie exists in Austria.

The Swan King’s Tomorrowland: A Day at Neuschwanstein

Explore the tragic history behind Schloss Neuschwanstein, the fairy-tale castle that inspired Walt Disney. From the "Mad King" Ludwig II to its dark role as a Nazi treasure vault, discover why this Bavarian icon is a masterpiece of myth and madness.