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Passengers
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Launched
2014
Cruise Code
WBPY
Ship
Departures
Passengers
166
Crew
47
Launched
2014
Cruise Code
WBPY
Overview
Experience the sights and sounds with river views to awaken the senses on your Danube River cruise from Hungary to Germany. Begin your European vacation your way with one night in Budapest before your cruise. You’ll enjoy an introduction to the city by a local expert who shows you the must-see sights.
Board your Avalon Suite Ship® in Budapest to embark on an unforgettable 6-day river cruise on the Danube. You’ll begin with a visit to Slovakia’s quaint town of Bratislava for guided sightseeing along the streets of Old Town and St. Martin’s Cathedral. Learn about the Habsburg Empire with guided read more sightseeing in Vienna to see the Imperial Palace complex, the Opera House, and stunning St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Explore Krems on a guided tour of a town seemingly untouched by the modern world. Cruise through the Wachau Valley—home of charming villages and Austrian wines from its beautiful vineyards. Discover Ybbs on a guided tour of its romantic old town. Visit the magnificent 9th-century St. Florian Monastery, still home of Augustine Monks, or take a guided sightseeing of Linz.
In Linz, enjoy free time to sample its famous pastries, and cruise overnight to conclude your river cruise in Vilshofen, Germany.
Continue your European vacation your way with two nights in Munich. You’ll enjoy a full-day guided tour to Neuschwanstein Castle—home of King Ludwig, and plenty of free time to explore Munich. A fantastic combination of history, art, food, and wine on your Danube River cruise.
Board your Avalon Suite Ship® in Budapest to embark on an unforgettable 6-day river cruise on the Danube. You’ll begin with a visit to Slovakia’s quaint town of Bratislava for guided sightseeing along the streets of Old Town and St. Martin’s Cathedral. Learn about the Habsburg Empire with guided read more sightseeing in Vienna to see the Imperial Palace complex, the Opera House, and stunning St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Explore Krems on a guided tour of a town seemingly untouched by the modern world. Cruise through the Wachau Valley—home of charming villages and Austrian wines from its beautiful vineyards. Discover Ybbs on a guided tour of its romantic old town. Visit the magnificent 9th-century St. Florian Monastery, still home of Augustine Monks, or take a guided sightseeing of Linz.
In Linz, enjoy free time to sample its famous pastries, and cruise overnight to conclude your river cruise in Vilshofen, Germany.
Continue your European vacation your way with two nights in Munich. You’ll enjoy a full-day guided tour to Neuschwanstein Castle—home of King Ludwig, and plenty of free time to explore Munich. A fantastic combination of history, art, food, and wine on your Danube River cruise.
Experience the sights and sounds with river views to awaken the senses on your Danube River cruise from Hungary to Germany. Begin your European vacation your way with one night in Budapest before your cruise. You’ll enjoy an introduction to the city by a local expert who shows you the must-see sights.
Board your Avalon Suite Ship® in Budapest to embark on an unforgettable 6-day river cruise on the Danube. You’ll begin with a visit to Slovakia’s quaint town of Bratislava for guided sightseeing along the streets of Old Town and St. Martin’s Cathedral. Learn about the Habsburg Empire with guided read more sightseeing in Vienna to see the Imperial Palace complex, the Opera House, and stunning St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Explore Krems on a guided tour of a town seemingly untouched by the modern world. Cruise through the Wachau Valley—home of charming villages and Austrian wines from its beautiful vineyards. In Ybbs njoy a visit to Artstetten castle. Visit the magnificent 9th-century St. Florian Monastery, still home of Augustine Monks, or take a guided sightseeing of Linz.
In Linz, enjoy free time to sample its famous pastries, and cruise overnight to conclude your river cruise in Vilshofen, Germany.
Continue your European vacation your way with two nights in Munich. You’ll enjoy a full-day guided tour to Neuschwanstein Castle—home of King Ludwig, and plenty of free time to explore Munich. A fantastic combination of history, art, food, and wine on your Danube River cruise.
Board your Avalon Suite Ship® in Budapest to embark on an unforgettable 6-day river cruise on the Danube. You’ll begin with a visit to Slovakia’s quaint town of Bratislava for guided sightseeing along the streets of Old Town and St. Martin’s Cathedral. Learn about the Habsburg Empire with guided read more sightseeing in Vienna to see the Imperial Palace complex, the Opera House, and stunning St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Explore Krems on a guided tour of a town seemingly untouched by the modern world. Cruise through the Wachau Valley—home of charming villages and Austrian wines from its beautiful vineyards. In Ybbs njoy a visit to Artstetten castle. Visit the magnificent 9th-century St. Florian Monastery, still home of Augustine Monks, or take a guided sightseeing of Linz.
In Linz, enjoy free time to sample its famous pastries, and cruise overnight to conclude your river cruise in Vilshofen, Germany.
Continue your European vacation your way with two nights in Munich. You’ll enjoy a full-day guided tour to Neuschwanstein Castle—home of King Ludwig, and plenty of free time to explore Munich. A fantastic combination of history, art, food, and wine on your Danube River cruise.
Itinerary
Welcome to Budapest—Hungary's Captivating Capital.
The day is yours to relax and enjoy Eastern Europe's shining city on the Danube.War Heroes and Hot Water.
- Classic: Take a Guided Sightseeing Tour to see majestic Heroes' Square and Budapest's classic sites.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BRATISLAVA. (B/D)
Cathedral Coronations and a Crowning Castle
Visit the Adventure Center for today's activities with your Adventure Host.- Active: Follow your Avalon Adventure Host on a short hike to lofty Bratislava Castle, OR:
- Classic: Join a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Old Town's cobblestone streets to Town Hall. Visit the gothic halls of St. Martin's Cathedral—Hungary's centuries-old coronation church.
OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO VIENNA (B/L/D)
A Feast for the Soul in Vienna
- Active: Explore Vienna's Danube Island by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:
- Classic: After a short walk of Vienna, join a Guided Visit of Austria's largest museum, the legendary Kunsthistorisches Museum (Museum of Fine Arts), OR:
- Classic: Explore the Habsburg empire with a Guided City Tour of Vienna's gilded landmarks. See the Imperial Palace complex —the winter residence of the Imperial Family, the iconic Vienna Opera House and stunning St. Stephen's Cathedral.
OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO KREMS (B/L/D)
An Ancient Village and Vintages of the Wachau Valley.
Join your Adventure Host for today's special activities.- Active: Experience Wachau valley by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:
- Discovery: Join an interactive Wine World Experience with wine tasting, OR:
- Classic: Join a guided walk to explore this small valley town, seemingly untouched by the new world.
- Classic: Visit the Lower Austrian little town of Ybbs. Walk through the doors of Austrian history with a guided sightseeing tour of Artstetten Castle.
OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO LINZ (B/L/D)
History Lessons and Modern-Day Devotion.
- Active: Join an expert guide for a trek up to Mount Pöstlingberg for a whole new perspective of beautiful Linz and its surrounding area, OR:
- Classic: Visit the 9th-century St. Florian Monastery—the largest monastery in upper Austria and home to Augustine monks, OR:
- Classic: Take a Guided Walk through the city's historic and beautiful sites along the shore of the Danube and see Hauptplatz—Austria's largest medieval square—and the towering white-marble Trinity Column.
This afternoon, consider an Optional Excursion to visit Mauthausen Memorial.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO VILSHOFEN (B/L/D)
Modern Metropolis and Alpine Monarchs
- Classic: Enjoy a Guided City Tour, which will show you the highlights of fascinating Munich. See Nymphenburg Palace—a former residence of Bavarian monarchs, along with the Old and New Town Halls of Marienplatz. (B)
Storybook Villages and Fairytale Castles
- Classic: Take a Guided Excursion to the garden landscape of the Bavarian Alps to visit Neuschwanstein Castle—the historic home of King Ludwig. (B)
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Welcome to Budapest—Hungary's Captivating Capital.
The day is yours to relax and enjoy Eastern Europe's shining city on the Danube.Monuments and Markets
- Classic: Take a Guided Sightseeing Tour to see majestic Heroes' Square and Budapest's classic sites.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BRATISLAVA. (B/D)
Cathedral Coronations and a Crowning Castle
Visit the Adventure Center for today's activities with your Adventure Host.- Active: Follow your Avalon Adventure Host on a short hike to lofty Bratislava Castle, OR:
- Classic: Join a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Old Town's cobblestone streets to Town Hall. Visit the gothic halls of St. Martin's Cathedral—Hungary's centuries-old coronation church.
OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO VIENNA (B/L/D)
A Feast for the Soul in Vienna
- Active: Explore Vienna's Danube Island by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:
- Classic: Enjoy a Guided Visit to House of Strauss and embark on an interactive journey through Vienna's illustrious past at an immersive audio - visual experience. After the tour, enjoy a coffee and homemade cake, OR:
- Classic: Explore the Habsburg empire with a Guided City Tour of Vienna's gilded landmarks. See the Imperial Palace complex —the winter residence of the Imperial Family, the iconic Vienna Opera House, and stunning St. Stephen's Cathedral.
OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO KREMS (B/L/D)
An Ancient Village and Vintages of the Wachau Valley.
Join your Adventure Host for today's special activities.- Active: Experience Wachau valley by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:
- Discovery: Enjoy a Guided Visit to a vineyard or apricot orchard to try your hand at harvesting practices and preparing local specialties, OR:
- Classic: Join a guided walk to explore this small valley town, seemingly untouched by the new world.
- Discovery: Enjoy sweet interactive experiences and tastings of local Austrian products as you visit a pastry - baking workshop and an Austrian bee farm, OR:
- Discovery: Join a guided visit to two family - owned farms and discover how they produce delicious traditional specialties and products, OR:
- Classic: Walk through the doors of Austrian history with a guided sightseeing tour of Artstetten Castle. This evening, enjoy live entertainment on board.
OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO LINZ (B/L/D)
History Lessons and Modern-Day Devotion.
- Active: Join an expert guide for a trek up to Mount Pöstlingberg for a whole new perspective of beautiful Linz and its surrounding area, OR:
- Classic: Visit the 9th-century St. Florian Monastery—the largest monastery in upper Austria and home to Augustine monks, OR:
- Classic: Take a Guided Walk through the city's historic and beautiful sites along the shore of the Danube and see Hauptplatz—Austria's largest medieval square—and the towering white-marble Trinity Column.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO VILSHOFEN (B/L/D)
Modern Metropolis and Alpine Monarchs
- Classic: Enjoy a Guided City Tour, which will show you the highlights of fascinating Munich. See Nymphenburg Palace—a former residence of Bavarian monarchs, along with the Old and New Town Halls of Marienplatz. (B)
Storybook Villages and Fairytale Castles
- Classic: Take a Guided Excursion to the garden landscape of the Bavarian Alps to visit Neuschwanstein Castle—the historic home of King Ludwig. (B)
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
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12 Jun 2026
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14 Aug 2026
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06 Jun 2027
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24 Jun 2027
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30 Jul 2027
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Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Avalon. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from the cruise-line and should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Avalon. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from the cruise-line and should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
