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12-Night The Danube From Romania To Budapest With 1 Night In Bucharest, 2 Nights In Transylvania & 1 Night In Budapest Cruise

Aboard Avalon Passion (Avalon Waterways) | Departing Bucharest to Budapest | 14 Available Departures from $5,335

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12 NightsDuration
Avalon WaterwaysCruise LineAvalon PassionCruise ShipBucharestEmbarkation PortEuropeRegion$5,335Starting Fare
PORTS OF CALL ON THIS VOYAGEBucharest, Brasov, Rousse, Vidin, Iron Gates, Belgrade, Novi Sad, Ilok
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Upcoming Sailings & Stateroom Fares (14)

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Departure DateReturn DateInsideOceanviewBalconySuiteAdvisor Quote & Perks
Apr 08, 2028
Voyage #WOBY|80408
Apr 20, 2028Call for Exclusive Rate$5,335Call for Exclusive Rate$7,734
Apr 23, 2028
Voyage #WOBY|80423
May 05, 2028Call for Exclusive Rate$5,935Call for Exclusive Rate$8,334
May 08, 2028
Voyage #WOBY|80508
May 20, 2028Call for Exclusive Rate$6,310Call for Exclusive Rate$8,709
May 23, 2028
Voyage #WOBY|80523
Jun 04, 2028Call for Exclusive Rate$6,060Call for Exclusive Rate$8,459
Jun 07, 2028
Voyage #WOBY|80607
Jun 19, 2028Call for Exclusive Rate$5,935Call for Exclusive Rate$8,334
Jun 22, 2028
Voyage #WOBY|80622
Jul 04, 2028Call for Exclusive Rate$5,435Call for Exclusive Rate$7,834
Jul 07, 2028
Voyage #WOBY|80707
Jul 19, 2028Call for Exclusive Rate$5,435Call for Exclusive Rate$7,834
Jul 22, 2028
Voyage #WOBY|80722
Aug 03, 2028Call for Exclusive Rate$5,435Call for Exclusive Rate$7,834
Aug 06, 2028
Voyage #WOBY|80806
Aug 18, 2028Call for Exclusive Rate$5,435Call for Exclusive Rate$7,834
Aug 21, 2028
Voyage #WOBY|80821
Sep 02, 2028Call for Exclusive Rate$5,435Call for Exclusive Rate$7,834
Sep 05, 2028
Voyage #WOBY|80905
Sep 17, 2028Call for Exclusive Rate$6,735Call for Exclusive Rate$9,134
Sep 20, 2028
Voyage #WOBY|80920
Oct 02, 2028Call for Exclusive Rate$6,735Call for Exclusive Rate$9,134
Oct 05, 2028
Voyage #WOBY|81005
Oct 17, 2028Call for Exclusive Rate$6,035Call for Exclusive Rate$8,434
Oct 20, 2028
Voyage #WOBY|81020
Nov 01, 2028Call for Exclusive Rate$5,585Call for Exclusive Rate$7,984
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Day-by-Day Cruise Itinerary

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)

COMPLIMENTARY EXTRAS

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One Complimentary Pre- or Post-Cruise Night OR $300 per Couple Savings (2028 Sailings)

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This 12-night Avalon Waterways voyage aboard Avalon Passion embarks in Bucharest and concludes in Budapest, visiting Bucharest, Brasov, Rousse, Vidin, Iron Gates, Belgrade, Novi Sad, Ilok. Fares start at $5,335 per person based on double occupancy, plus eligible Vincent Vacations onboard credits.

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