12-Night The Danube From Romania To Budapest With 1 Night In Bucharest, 2 Nights In Transylvania & 1 Night In Budapest on Avalon Illumination (Avalon Waterways) from Bucharest

12 NightsDuration

Avalon WaterwaysCruise Line Avalon IlluminationCruise Ship BucharestEmbarkation Port EuropeRegion $6,610Starting 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
Apr 09, 2027 Voyage #WOBY\|70409	Apr 21, 2027	Call for Exclusive Rate	Call for Exclusive Rate	Call for Exclusive Rate	$9,099	Get Quote & Perks →1-888-883-0460
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Jul 23, 2027 Voyage #WOBY\|70723	Aug 04, 2027	Call for Exclusive Rate	$6,685	Call for Exclusive Rate	$9,084	Get Quote & Perks →1-888-883-0460
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The Danube From Romania To Budapest With 1 Night In Bucharest, 2 Nights In Transylvania & 1 Night In Budapest 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 Romanian Royalty CLASSIC 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 Transylvania Tales CLASSIC 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) Historic Bucharest 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.EVEN

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 archa

Day 8

Belgrade (BELGRADE)

BELGRADE Fortresses and FolkloreJoin 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 m

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 (Disembarkation) (BUDAPEST (DISEMBARKATION))

BUDAPEST (DISEMBARKATION) The Pearl of the Danube in the Heart of Europe CLASSIC Enjoy a Guided Sightseeing tour of Budapest, 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 ca

Day 13

Budapest (BUD)

BUDAPEST Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.(B)

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This 12-night Avalon Waterways voyage aboard Avalon Illumination embarks in Bucharest and concludes in Budapest, visiting Bucharest, Brasov, Rousse, Vidin, Iron Gates, Belgrade, Novi Sad, Ilok. Fares start at $6,610 per person based on double occupancy, plus eligible Vincent Vacations onboard credits.

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