Danube Dreams River Cruise with Avalon – Save up to $4,600 per couple*
PP From
$3,629
Duration
8 days
Deal Type
River Cruise
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Embark on a serene journey along the Danube River with Avalon through Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary, pausing at some of Central Europe’s most captivating capitals and quaint towns.
👉🏻 Savings of up to $4,600 per couple while earning up to 7,258 Qantas Frequent Flyer points when you travel on this Danube river cruise with Avalon.
Begin in Passau, Germany, the “City of Three Rivers” with a guided tour of Patrician houses and St. Stephen’s Cathedral. In Linz, Austria, wander through Hauptplatz, the largest medieval square in Austria.
Cruise through the picturesque Wachau Valley, stopping in Melk to visit the Benedictine Abbey and in Dürnstein to see Stiftskirche and sample local wines.
In Vienna, renowned as the “City of Music,” visit Hofburg Imperial Palace and Vienna Opera House. Enjoy a guided tour and leisure time.
In Bratislava, Slovakia, stroll through the Old Town and visit the Gothic St. Martin’s Cathedral.
In Budapest, Hungary, see key landmarks expertly showcased by a local guide. end your trip with a stroll along Váci utca, or capture stunning vistas from Fishermen’s Bastion.
This Danube River cruise promises an exploration of timeless beauty and remarkable destinations to cherish forever.✨
Budapest
Included Items
7 Breakfasts
6 Lunches
7 Dinners
Transport: State-of-the-art, luxurious river cruise vessels with modern services and amenities
Signature Suite Ships℠ with spacious deluxe accommodations including Avalon's exclusive Comfort Collection Beds
Gourmet cuisine with all meals onboard, including regional wine & beer with lunch & dinner
Choice of included daily onshore excursions, from immersive experiences to active adventures to sightseeing with Local Guides
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the ship (where available)
Professional Cruise Director and friendly staff (English speaking) who deliver renowned onboard service and relaxed luxury
Panoramic windows throughout the ship
Club Lounge with 24-hour self-serve beverage station with complimentary cappuccinos, lattes, tea, hot chocolate and premium coffees, as well as treats throughout the day
Tour Company
Avalon Waterways
Tour Location
Europe
Deal Type
River Cruise
Map
Danube Dreams
More Information
Cruise Itinerary +
DAY 1 – VILSHOFEN, GERMANY (EMBARKATION)
Welcome to Germany. Your Suite Ship is Ready for Boarding. Flights into Munich must arrive by 2 pm. Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm. Explore your ship and enjoy dinner on your first evening on board.
Meals Included: Dinner
DAY 2 – PASSAU-SCHLOGEN OXBOW
Where the Danube, Inn, and Ilz Rivers meet.
ACTIVE: Follow your Avalon Adventure Host for Hiking from Oberhaus along a trail down to the valley and along Ilz River, OR:
CLASSIC: Join a Guided City Walk to learn more about this beautiful “City of Three Rivers”.
Before sailing to Linz, take a little free time to explore Passau’s cobblestone streets and galleries of Artists’ Alley. Maybe stop at St. Stephen’s Cathedral to catch a concert rehearsal. This afternoon, cruise to Linz through the Danube’s dramatic horseshoe bend called Schlogen Oxbow. Later, enjoy live entertainment on board.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Passau
DAY 3 – LINZ, AUSTRIA
Legendary and Lovely Linz: Visit the Adventure Centre for today’s activities with your Adventure Host.
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.
Consider a full-day Guided Optional Excursion to Salzburg-the city of Mozart, or to the picturesque Bohemian town of Cesky Krumlov. You may otherwise spend the afternoon on a biking picnic along the banks of the Danube or hike through Linz’s beautiful nature trails to POstlingberg for a bird’s-eye view of the city and river below.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 4 – YBBS. EXCURSION TO MELK-WACHAU VALLEY
Frescoes above and vineyards below.
DURNSTEIN: A King’s Ransom and Castle Ruins
CLASSIC: Visit the Lower Austrian little town of Ybbs. Walk through the doors of Austrian history with a guided sightseeing tour of Artstetten Castle, OR:
CLASSIC: Take a Guided Tour of Melk’s magnificent Benedictine Abbey to marvel at its frescoed ceilings, statues, incredible library, and ornate pipe organ.
Later, stretch out on the Sky Deck as you sail through the Wachau Valley past vineyards, castles, and charming villages on your way to Durnstein.
ACTIVE: Alternatively, experience the Wachau Valley from a unique perspective, join your Adventure Host for a bike ride along some of Wachau’s bike trails.
ACTIVE: 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 the castle here during the Crusades.
Later, enjoy live entertainment on board your ship.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 5 – VIENNA
Viennese Waltzes on the Blue Danube.
ACTIVE: Explore Vienna’s Danube Island by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:
CLASSIC: Explore the Habsburg empire with a morning Guided City Tour of Vienna’s gilded landmarks. See the Imperial Palace complex-Winter residence of the Imperial Family, the grand Vienna Opera House and stunning St. Stephen’s Cathedral, OR:
CLASSIC: After a short walk of Vienna, join a Guided Visit of Austria’s largest museum, the legendary Kunsthistorisches Museum (Museum of Fine Arts).
You may decide to take a Guided Optional Excursion to Schonbrunn Palace-the former imperial summer home of the Habsburg monarchy. Spend free time strolling in the pedestrian Karntnerstrasse-the most famous shopping avenue in central Vienna. Take a bike ride through the city and stop in a local cafe to enjoy Sachertorte or Apfelstrudel. This evening, enjoy an unforgettable musical performance with an Optional Excursion to attend a Royal Waltz Concert in an elegant hall.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6 – BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA
Cathedral Coronations and a Crowning Castle.
ACTIVE: 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 sight of royal coronations at St. Martin’s Cathedral.
Enjoy free time to discover on your own Bratislava, the beautiful capital of Slovakia, rich in history and culture, but also a green city with its forests and parks just a hop away from the city centre.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7 – BUDAPEST, HUNGARY
War Heroes and Hot Water.
ACTIVE: Hike up to a magnificent viewpoint in Budapest with your Adventure Host, OR:
CLASSIC Enjoy a Guided City Sightseeing, including the iconic Heroes’ Square.
This afternoon choose among a wide offer of Optional Guided Excursions or take in the beauty of Budapest while enjoying some free time exploring such famous sights as the Chain Bridge. Get to know the city’s cafes and pubs, or take a hike through the hills above the Danube.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 8 – BUDAPEST (DISEMBARKATION)
Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Ship Information +
Operated by one of Avalon Waterways’ river cruising Suite Ship’s, Avalon Passion, Avalon Impression or Avalon Expression.
Gracing Europe’s waterways with style and relaxed luxury as only Avalon can deliver, these Avalon ships live up to their name. Avalon guests experience this passion for new discoveries aboard this home-away-from-home to find two full decks of Panorama Suites, featuring wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows that create river cruising’s only Open-Air Balcony. Spanning 200 square feet, the ships Panorama Suites are 30% larger than the industry standard. It’s the perfect place to stretch out on your window-facing Comfort Collection bed with the world at your feet.
Host a private cocktail party in the spacious sitting area-comfortably accommodating six guests. On board, passengers enjoy free Wi-Fi access, complimentary computer use in public areas, a Fitness Center with state-of-the-art equipment, an elevator, and an expansive Sky Deck with shade system, premium lounge chairs, whirlpool, deck games, and the delightful Sky Bistro for al fresco lunches of light grill fare.
Suites & Staterooms
Open–Air Balconies and Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Windows in all Panorama SuitesSM
Comfort Collection BedsSM with choice of mattress firmness
Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
Soft & firm pillows
Nightly turn-down service
Bedside tables with reading lamps
Individual climate control and in-room safe
Full-size closet and mirror
Additional under-bed luggage storage
Flatscreen satellite TV with wide selection of free movie channels and English-speaking TV
Direct-dial telephone
Complimentary filtered water
Well-stocked mini bar
USB Ports
Bathrobes & slippers
Premium L’Occitane® bath products & hairdryer
Large bathroom featuring shower with glass door
Panorama Suite
Dining
Chef-prepared onboard meals with regional cuisine and familiar favourites
Seasonal cuisine featuring the freshest local ingredients
Avalon Fresh® healthy cuisine options at every meal
Spacious, open-seating Panorama Dining Room
Daily breakfast buffet with full range of classic breakfast items, healthy Avalon Fresh® options and daily a la carte specials
Complimentary room service for Continental breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Daily lunch buffet featuring regional specialties, classic dishes, healthy Avalon Fresh® options and rotating chef’s features including carving & pasta stations. Alternatively, you may dine al fresco at our Sky Grill on the Sky Deck (weather and itinerary permitting) or enjoy a light lunch in the Panorama Lounge.
Afternoon Tea featuring tea, coffee, and sweet treats
Four-course dinners with choice of appetisers, soups, salads, entrées and desserts or cheese
Linger over several selections from the Panorama Bistro’s tasting menu for a less formal “sit-down” atmosphere
Complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks with lunch and dinner
Avalon FlexDining® flexible dining times with menu & venue options
Vegetarian options at every meal, as well as vegan, low calorie, low fat, high fiber, low cholesterol, high energy and allergy-free selections
Panorama Lounge & Bar with premium spirits, cosy seating, panoramic windows & dance floor
Welcome & farewell cocktails with sparkling wine & canapés
Included Happy Hour every evening featuring house beer, wine, cocktails and a drink of the day
Cocktails with a view on the Sky Deck
Specialty coffees, espresso drinks and beWell Essence flavoured and infused water available throughout each day
Dining Room
Fitness & Wellness
Active shore excursions, both included and optional
Fitness Center
Avalon Adventure Center
Your place for active gear* and activities through your Avalon Adventure HostSM, including:
Bikes
Maps for hiking, biking and jogging routes
Canoe and kayak excursions
Fitbits®
Walking sticks
Binoculars
Daypacks
Yoga mats
Fitness bands
Fitness Centre
Booking Terms & Conditions
Advertised price based on 24 November 2025 departure in Cat D cabin, price is per person twin share and reflects the $2,300 per person saving*. Pricing is correct as of 30 December 2024, subject to availability at the time of booking.Offer valid for new 2025 bookings made and deposited by 28/02/25 or until sold out. Offers may be withdrawn or prices updated by the supplier at any time, so please enquire with our expert consultants for the latest pricing, terms and conditions. Single supplement may also apply. Tour Code: WDB.
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