Overview
You’ll embark on your Avalon Suite Ship® from Vienna on your way to marvellous Melk for guided sightseeing in Austria’s Wachau Valley, including the magnificent Benedictine Abbey perched above the Danube. Dürnstein lies in the heart of the picturesque Wachau Valley and is best known for its beautiful Stiftskirche with its blue façade. You’ll sail to the centuries-old Slovakian city of Bratislava and take a guided tour of its cobblestone streets and Gothic cathedral.
Your Danube River cruise concludes in Budapest, where you’ll spend two nights in the Hungarian capital city. Enjoy superior hotel accommodations with complimentary breakfast, an expert Local Guide, and courtesy ship-to-hotel transfer. Enjoy guided sightseeing, including Budapest’s iconic Heroes Square. An Avalon river cruise on the Danube—with overnight stays in Vienna and Budapest—what a perfect way to experience the legendary Danube’s incredible views your way!
Itinerary
Welcome to Vienna Spend free time today by relaxing, exploring, or strolling through the streets of Vienna.
Viennese Waltzes on the Blue Danube
- Classic: Venture into the Habsburg empire with a morning Guided City Tour of Vienna's gilded landmarks. See the Imperial Palace complex - the winter residence of the Imperial Family, the historic Vienna Opera House and stunning St. Stephen's Cathedral, OR:
- Discovery: Take an Early Riser Walking Tour that includes breakfast at a Viennese cafe followed by an exclusive viewing of the Habsburg family's private art collection at the Museum of Fine Arts - the perfect start to your stay in Vienna. (B)
Vienna Favourites - Sachertorte and Apfelstrudel
Enjoy a free day to explore the city at your own pace before boarding your Avalon Suite Ship. Take a tram ride to discover the adventure, tradition, and Viennese charm of The Prater amusement park. You may also consider to visiting one of Vienna's marvelous museums. Or indulge your sweet tooth with authentic Austrian pastries in a local bakery.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO MELK (B/D)
Frescoes Above and Vineyards Below
Visit the Adventure centre for today's activities with your Adventure Host
- Active: Explore Melk by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:
- Classic: Join a morning Guided Sightseeing Tour of Melk's 11th-century Benedictine Abbey. Explore its frescoes, statues, library, and spectacular pipe organ in the monastery's lofty perch above the Danube. Take a relaxing break on the Sky Deck as you sail through awe-inspiring views of the Wachau Valley and the wine region.
DURNSTEIN: A King's Ransom and Castle Ruins
Spend free time at your leisure, perhaps biking through the vineyards in the Wachau Valley. Later, enjoy onboard entertainment by local musicians.
OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BRATISLAVA (B/L/D)
Cathedral Coronations and a Crowning Castle
- Active: Join your Avalon Adventure Host for a scenic walk to 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
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BUDAPEST (B/L/D)
Time for Cobblestones, Coffee, and Confections
- Classic: Take a Guided Sightseeing Tour to see majestic Heroes' Square and Budapest's classic sites. (B)
Hungarian Dishes, Healing Waters, and Historic Wonders
With plenty of free time this afternoon, experience the curative waters of Budapest's thermal baths, or set out for a hike to explore the countryside on either side of the Danube. Take time to shop for treasures, including handcrafted embroidery, Herend porcelain, or Budapest's best baked goods. (B)
Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Life On Board
Just imagine gliding away down the world’s most spectacular rivers, all while enjoying a unique vantage point from your own private oasis. Our floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows in our suites blur the line between where the world ends, and your suite begins; allowing you to experience the world less seen from the comfort of your bed. This is river cruising from a unique point of view.
Float along Europe's most famous waterways in relaxed luxury aboard one of Avalon's award-winning Suite Ships. Read more
With the only Open-Air Balconies in river cruising, experience Europe with a view like no other in a Panorama Suite. Read more
Avalon features all the right inclusions which compliment your luxurious river cruise experience. Read more
Personalise your cruise to make it your own with Avalon Choice. Select whichever included excursions interest you the most. Read more
Avalon's Active & Discovery river cruises offer activities for travelers with varying interests & for all energy and fitness levels. Read more
Savour regional cuisine and familiar favourites using the freshest local ingredients throughout your river cruise. Read more
Prices & Dates
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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.
