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

11 NightsDuration

Avalon WaterwaysCruise Line Avalon IlluminationCruise Ship BucharestEmbarkation Port EuropeRegion $6,281Starting Fare

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

SELECT YOUR DEPARTURE DATE & STATEROOM

Upcoming Sailings & Stateroom Fares (13)

Click any cabin price to request that exact stateroom & onboard credit

Departure Date	Return Date	Inside	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite	Advisor Quote & Perks
Apr 09, 2027 Voyage #WOBQ\|70409	Apr 20, 2027	Call for Exclusive Rate	Call for Exclusive Rate	Call for Exclusive Rate	$8,770	Get Quote & Perks →1-888-883-0460
Apr 24, 2027 Voyage #WOBQ\|70424	May 05, 2027	Call for Exclusive Rate	$6,356	Call for Exclusive Rate	$8,755	Get Quote & Perks →1-888-883-0460
May 09, 2027 Voyage #WOBQ\|70509	May 20, 2027	Call for Exclusive Rate	Call for Exclusive Rate	Call for Exclusive Rate	$8,255	Get Quote & Perks →1-888-883-0460
May 24, 2027 Voyage #WOBQ\|70524	Jun 04, 2027	Call for Exclusive Rate	$6,606	Call for Exclusive Rate	$9,005	Get Quote & Perks →1-888-883-0460
Jun 08, 2027 Voyage #WOBQ\|70608	Jun 19, 2027	Call for Exclusive Rate	$6,606	Call for Exclusive Rate	$9,005	Get Quote & Perks →1-888-883-0460
Jun 23, 2027 Voyage #WOBQ\|70623	Jul 04, 2027	Call for Exclusive Rate	$6,356	Call for Exclusive Rate	$8,755	Get Quote & Perks →1-888-883-0460
Jul 08, 2027 Voyage #WOBQ\|70708	Jul 19, 2027	Call for Exclusive Rate	$6,356	Call for Exclusive Rate	$8,755	Get Quote & Perks →1-888-883-0460
Jul 23, 2027 Voyage #WOBQ\|70723	Aug 03, 2027	Call for Exclusive Rate	$6,356	Call for Exclusive Rate	$8,755	Get Quote & Perks →1-888-883-0460
Aug 07, 2027 Voyage #WOBQ\|70807	Aug 18, 2027	Call for Exclusive Rate	$6,356	Call for Exclusive Rate	$8,755	Get Quote & Perks →1-888-883-0460
Aug 22, 2027 Voyage #WOBQ\|70822	Sep 02, 2027	Call for Exclusive Rate	$6,356	Call for Exclusive Rate	$8,755	Get Quote & Perks →1-888-883-0460
Sep 06, 2027 Voyage #WOBQ\|70906	Sep 17, 2027	Call for Exclusive Rate	$6,281	Call for Exclusive Rate	$8,680	Get Quote & Perks →1-888-883-0460
Oct 05, 2027 Voyage #WOBQ\|71005	Oct 16, 2027	Call for Exclusive Rate	$6,706	Call for Exclusive Rate	$9,105	Get Quote & Perks →1-888-883-0460
Oct 20, 2027 Voyage #WOBQ\|71020	Oct 31, 2027	Call for Exclusive Rate	$6,506	Call for Exclusive Rate	$8,905	Get Quote & Perks →1-888-883-0460

PORT-BY-PORT TIMELINE

Day-by-Day Cruise Itinerary

The Danube From Romania To Budapest With 1 Night In Bucharest And 2 Nights In Transylvania 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) (BUD)

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

COMPLIMENTARY EXTRAS

Available Promotions & Onboard Credits

One Complimentary Pre- or Post-Cruise Night OR $300 per Couple Savings (2027 Sailings)

ACTION REQUIRED for Amenity Confirmation please contact your advisor or our agency to ensure amenity combinability. Failure to do so may result in forfeiture of the amenity(ies) listed. • One Complimentary Pre or Post-Cruise Night OR $300 per Couple Savings* *Savings, applied to a purchased Land Extension, is provided only if the Pre or Post-Cruise Night...

Lock In This Promotion →

THE SIGNATURE TRAVEL NETWORK ADVANTAGE

Why Book 11-Night The Danube From Romania To Budapest With 1 Night In Bucharest And 2 Nights In Transylvania (Avalon Illumination) with Vincent Vacations Instead of Direct?

You pay the exact same promotional cruise line rate with $0 agency booking fees, while unlocking exclusive consortium perks unavailable on retail websites:

✓ $100–$600+ Shipboard Credits✓ Private Car & Driver Shore Excursions✓ Hosted Voyages & VIP Receptions✓ 100% Loyalty Points + Promo Stacking✓ Price-Drop Monitoring Before Final Payment

Request Custom Quote & Perks →Call 1-888-883-0460Already booked direct within 60 days? Ask about our complimentary perk transfer.

EXPERT CRUISE GUIDANCE

Frequently Asked Questions About 11-Night The Danube From Romania To Budapest With 1 Night In Bucharest And 2 Nights In Transylvania (Avalon Illumination)

What is included in the 11-Night The Danube From Romania To Budapest With 1 Night In Bucharest And 2 Nights In Transylvania cruise aboard Avalon Illumination?

This 11-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 $6,281 per person based on double occupancy, plus eligible Vincent Vacations onboard credits.

How do I claim complimentary onboard credit on Avalon Illumination?

Click any stateroom fare or 'Get Quote & Perks' button in the departure table above, or call 1-888-883-0460. Our certified advisors lock in the lowest promotional rate on Avalon Illumination and attach all eligible Signature Travel Network shipboard credits and VIP amenities.

11-Night The Danube From Romania To Budapest With 1 Night In Bucharest And 2 Nights In Transylvania Cruise