18-Night The Danube From Romania To Germany With 1 Night In Bucharest & 2 Nights In Transylvania For Wine Lovers on Avalon Illumination (Avalon Waterways) from Bucharest

18 NightsDuration

Avalon WaterwaysCruise Line Avalon IlluminationCruise Ship BucharestEmbarkation Port EuropeRegion $9,457Starting Fare

PORTS OF CALL ON THIS VOYAGEBucharest, Brasov, Rousse, Vidin, Iron Gates, Belgrade, Novi Sad, Ilok

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Departure Date	Return Date	Inside	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite	Advisor Quote & Perks
May 09, 2027 Voyage #WODQ\|70509	May 27, 2027	Call for Exclusive Rate	Call for Exclusive Rate	Call for Exclusive Rate	$16,055	Get Quote & Perks →1-888-883-0460
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Oct 20, 2027 Voyage #WODQ\|71020T	Nov 07, 2027	Call for Exclusive Rate	$9,457	Call for Exclusive Rate	$13,955	Get Quote & Perks →1-888-883-0460

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The Danube From Romania To Germany With 1 Night In Bucharest & 2 Nights In Transylvania For Wine Lovers Route Map

Day 1

Bucharest, Romania (BUH)

BUCHAREST, ROMANIA Welcome to Bucharest—The “Paris of the East”The day is yours to relax and enjoy Bucharest. Spend some free time exploring this fascinating city on your own to discover its trendy shops, cafés, museums, beautiful homes, and churches along Victory Avenue.

Day 2

Bucharest-Sinaia-Brasov (BUCHAREST-SINAIA-BRASOV)

BUCHAREST–SINAIA–BRASOV Castle in the CloudsCLASSIC Drive into the Carpathians to Sinaia to visit Peles Castle. On the way, visit the legendary Cantacuzino Castle and enjoy a local lunch. This afternoon, continue to Brasov for the night.(B,L)

Day 3

Brasov (BRASOV)

BRASOV Legendary Bites in BrasovCLASSIC Join a morning Guided Sightseeing Tour of Brasov followed by free time.CLASSIC In the evening, enjoy a tour of Bran Castle of Dracula lore followed by dinner.(B,D)

Day 4

Brasov-Bucharest-Oltenita (Embarkation) (BRASOV-BUCHAREST-OLTENITA (EMBARKATION))

BRASOV–BUCHAREST–OLTENITA (EMBARKATION) Your Suite Ship Awaits. CLASSIC Join a Guided Excursion in Bucharest, see the Royal Palace Square—the scene of the city's 1989 riots to overthrow the communist dictator Nicolae Ceausescu.Join your Avalon Suite Ship® this afternoon for embarkation in Oltenita.E

Day 5

Rousse, Bulgaria Veliko Tarnovo & Arbanassi Excursion (ROUSSE, BULGARIA. VELIKO TARNOVO & ARBANASSI EXCUR)

ROUSSE, BULGARIA. VELIKO TRNOVO & ARBANASSI EXCURSION Fortresses and Fountains in “Little Vienna” ACTIVE Join a bike tour in Rousse with your Avalon Adventure Host, OR:CLASSIC Join a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Bulgaria’s largest inland port and visit its impressive Holy Trinity Church. Later, enjoy

Day 6

Vidin (VIDIN)

VIDIN Rocks, Ruins, and Balkan Beauty Ask about today’s energizing or relaxing Adventure Host activities.ACTIVE Join your Adventure Host on a hike to Baba Vida Fortress, OR:CLASSIC Join Guided Sightseeing Tour to the western slopes of the Balkan Mountains and marvel at Belogradchik’s stunning rock f

Day 7

Iron Gates Gorge-Golubac, Serbia Excursion To Lepenski Vir (IRON GATES GORGE-GOLUBAC, SERBIA. EXCURSION TO LEP)

IRON GATES GORGE–GOLUBAČ, SERBIA. EXCURSION TO LEPENSKI VIR Ancient Artifacts and the Iron Gates This morning, you’ll sail through the spectacular and narrow Iron Gates Gorge—forming a natural border between Serbia and Romania.CLASSIC Join a Guided Tour to Lepenski Vir—an important Mesolithic archae

Day 8

Belgrade (BELGRADE)

BELGRADE Fortresses and Folklore Join your Adventure Host for today’s special activities.ACTIVE Join a Guided Bike Tour along the Danube and explore the nooks and crannies of Belgrade, OR:CLASSIC Join a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Belgrade—where the Danube and Sava Rivers converge—and see the city’s

Day 9

Novi Sad (NOVI SAD)

NOVI SAD A Capital of CultureACTIVE Join your Adventure Host on a Hike to the Petrovaradin part of the town, OR:DISCOVERY Experience the sweet life in Serbia with a visit and tasting at the Museum of Beekeeping and Živanović Wine Cellar in Sremski Karlovci, OR:CLASSIC Join a Guided Tour of Novi Sad,

Day 10

Ilok, Croatia (ILOK, CROATIA)

ILOK, CROATIA Croatian Heritage and Hilltop VintagesACTIVE Explore more of Croatia on a Guided Bike Tour along Ilok’s city walls, into the central church, and the towns’ museum on your way to Principovac Castle and Estate, OR:DISCOVERY Join a Guided tour of Ilok, with its 1,000-year-old wine making

Day 11

Baja, Hungary Excursion To Pecs And Mohacs (BAJA, HUNGARY. EXCURSION TO PECS AND MOHACS)

BAJA, HUNGARY. EXCURSION TO PÉCS AND MOHÁCS Underground Tombs and Heavenly MusicCLASSIC Join a morning Guided Sightseeing Tour of Mohács—the quiet Danube harbor town with its historical memorial parks, statues, and distinctive churches. Tour the remarkable medieval St. Nicholas Watermill—one of only

Day 12

Budapest (BUDAPEST)

BUDAPEST Hungary’s Captivating CapitalCLASSIC Enjoy a Guided City Sightseeing, including the iconic Heroes’ Square.Take in the beauty of Budapest while enjoying a free afternoon exploring such famous sights as the Chain Bridge. Get to know the city’s cafés and pubs or take a hike through the hills a

Day 13

Budapest (BUDAPEST)

BUDAPEST The Pearl of the DanubeACTIVE Hike up to a magnificent viewpoint in Budapest with your Adventure Host.Alternatively, take a free day to explore, with time to take photographs on the Royal Palace grounds in this treasure trove of historical architecture. Try Budapest’s famous thermal bath sp

Day 14

Bratislava, Slovakia (BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA)

BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA Cathedral Coronations and a Crowning CastleACTIVE Follow your Avalon Adventure Host on a hike to lofty Bratislava Castle, OR:CLASSIC Take a Guided City Walk, including the quaint streets of Old Town, Town Hall, and the site of royal coronations at fantastic St. Martin’s Cathedra

Day 15

Vienna, Austria (VIENNA, AUSTRIA)

VIENNA, AUSTRIA Strauss, Schnitzel, Strudel, and SachertorteACTIVE 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. Afte

Day 16

Durnstein-Wachau Valley (DURNSTEIN-WACHAU VALLEY)

DÜRNSTEIN–WACHAU VALLEY A King’s Ransom and Castle RuinsACTIVE Join a Guided Hike up to the castle ruins to take in the spectacular view of the village, Danube, and the Wachau Valley below, OR:CLASSIC Join a Guided Walk, and hear the legendary tale of King Richard the Lionheart—who was imprisoned in

Day 17

Linz (LINZ)

LINZ Legendary, Lovely LinzAsk about today’s energizing or relaxing Adventure Host activities.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, OR

Day 18

Schlogen Oxbow-Passau, Germany (SCHLOGEN OXBOW-PASSAU, GERMANY)

SCHLÖGEN OXBOW–PASSAU, GERMANY Where the Danube, Inn, and Ilz Rivers MeetThis morning, cruise through the Schlögen Oxbow, a particularly beautiful horseshoe-shaped bend of the river.ACTIVE Join your Avalon Adventure Host for Hiking from Oberhaus along a trail down to the valley and along Ilz River,

Day 19

Vilshofen (Disembarkation) (VILS)

VILSHOFEN (DISEMBARKATION) Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.Flights should not leave Munich airport before 8 am.(B)

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18-Night The Danube From Romania To Germany With 1 Night In Bucharest & 2 Nights In Transylvania For Wine Lovers Cruise

Upcoming Sailings & Stateroom Fares (4)

Day-by-Day Cruise Itinerary

Bucharest, Romania (BUH)

Bucharest-Sinaia-Brasov (BUCHAREST-SINAIA-BRASOV)

Brasov (BRASOV)

Brasov-Bucharest-Oltenita (Embarkation) (BRASOV-BUCHAREST-OLTENITA (EMBARKATION))

Rousse, Bulgaria Veliko Tarnovo & Arbanassi Excursion (ROUSSE, BULGARIA. VELIKO TARNOVO & ARBANASSI EXCUR)

Vidin (VIDIN)

Iron Gates Gorge-Golubac, Serbia Excursion To Lepenski Vir (IRON GATES GORGE-GOLUBAC, SERBIA. EXCURSION TO LEP)

Belgrade (BELGRADE)

Novi Sad (NOVI SAD)

Ilok, Croatia (ILOK, CROATIA)

Baja, Hungary Excursion To Pecs And Mohacs (BAJA, HUNGARY. EXCURSION TO PECS AND MOHACS)

Budapest (BUDAPEST)

Budapest (BUDAPEST)

Bratislava, Slovakia (BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA)

Vienna, Austria (VIENNA, AUSTRIA)

Durnstein-Wachau Valley (DURNSTEIN-WACHAU VALLEY)

Linz (LINZ)

Schlogen Oxbow-Passau, Germany (SCHLOGEN OXBOW-PASSAU, GERMANY)

Vilshofen (Disembarkation) (VILS)

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