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Magnificent Rivers of Europe

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Destination:
Budapest, Multiple
Duration:
14 Night
Offer ends:
08 January 2026
Valid for travel:
16 OCT – 30 OCT 2026 Other departures available between MAY – OCT 2026, seasonal surcharges may apply.

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From Budapest to Amsterdam, and in many exciting stops along the way, experience the culture of Central Europe in a unique way on this timeless European river cruise vacation. Begin by visiting three of Europe’s vibrant capital cities: Budapest (Hungary), Bratislava (Slovakia), and Vienna (Austria). A Local Guide will show you the must-see sites in each city with plenty of time to explore on your own. See the famous Heroes’ Square in Budapest, stroll through Bratislava’s Old Town with its winding streets and bronze sculptures, and stop in a classic Viennese café for a decadent treat. Sail through the picturesque views of the Wachau Valley and the dramatic Rhine Gorge. Visit Melk’s magnificent Benedictine Abbey and Würzburg’s Baroque-style Bishop’s Residenz. Enjoy a tasting of wonderful local Wachau wines. Explore quaint towns like Dürnstein with its blue and white Baroque-style Stiftskirche; Passau, known for its narrow cobblestone streets and the stunning St. Stephen’s Cathedral; and Bamberg, with its town hall straddling the River Regnitz. Enjoy guided tours in historic Nuremberg, Würzburg, and Regensburg—one of Germany’s best-preserved medieval cities. In the charming Rhine Valley town of Rüdesheim, enjoy a stroll through its famous cobblestone Drosselgasse lined with shops, restaurants, and lively taverns. Straddling both sides of the Rhine River is Cologne, Germany—a 2,000-year-old city known for its Gothic-style architecture. Here, enjoy a guided walk and see its famous twin-spired cathedral. This European river cruise would not be complete without a visit to Holland’s lively capital of Amsterdam. See the treasures of this 700-year-old city from a unique perspective—on a canal cruise along the elegant grachten.

Highlights:

  • 14 night luxury cruise, from Amsterdam to Budapest
  • All onboard meals, wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner, gratuities and port charges
  • Highlights include Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Dürnstein, Melk, Passsau, Regensburg, Roth, Nuremberg, Bamberg, Würzburg, Miltenberg, Rüdesheim, Cologne, Amsterdam
  • Fly Free plus save $2,600 per person* 

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Inclusions

  • Spacious outside deluxe accommodations with enhanced soundproofing and Avalon's exclusive Comfort Collection Beds for a great night's sleep.
  • Large private bathroom featuring full shower with glass door, hairdryer & premium L'Occitane bath products.
  • Complimentary sparkling wine with breakfast; wine, beer, or soft drinks with lunch and dinner and Happy Hour are included daily on board your vessel.
  • Included sightseeing with headsets and expert local guides.
  • Complimentary bicycles available for use on shore.
  • Onboard local entertainment.
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the ship.
  • A professional Cruise Director who delivers educational commentary as you travel through interesting landscapes, and who assists with requests and additional excursions.
  • An Avalon Adventure Host available as your guide for fitness activities and active excursions.
  • Friendly, English-speaking staff who deliver consummate personal service throughout your journey.
  • Gratuities to Cruise Director and Crew are included.
  • Personalise your onboard and onshore experiences by choosing from a variety of included or optional excursions, visits & activities. Log on to MyAccount to customise your cruise experience.

Itinerary

Welcome to Holland. Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding.
 
Flights into Amsterdam must arrive by 3:30 pm.
 
Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm.
 
During tulip season, you may take a Guided Optional Excursion to the gardens at Keukenhof—with more than seven million tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths as well as other bulbs, planted each year. Outside of tulip season, consider joining a Guided Optional Excursion to Zaanse Schans to see historic windmills and charming Dutch houses.
 
Spend free time exploring the colorful streets, bridges, and canals of Amsterdam—with its many cafés and art galleries.

OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN AMSTERDAM (D)

The Pearl of the Danube

Visit the Adventure Center for today’s activities with your Adventure Host.

Active Excursion: Hike up to a magnificent viewpoint in Budapest with your Adventure Host, OR:

Classic Excursion: Enjoy a Guided City Sightseeing, including the iconic Heroes’ Square.

This afternoon enjoy Budapest on your own. Indulge in a piece of cream cake in one of the many cafés. Consider a scenic hike above the Danube.

OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BRATISLAVA (B,L,D)

Castles, Vineyards, and Cosmopolitan Culture

Active Excursion:  Follow your Avalon Adventure Host on a short hike to lofty Bratislava Castle, OR:

Classic Excursion: Join a Guided Walking Tour of Old Town’s cobblestone streets to Town Hall. Visit the Gothic halls of St. Martin’s Cathedral—Hungary’s centuries-old coronation church.

Alternatively, in your free time take a bicycle and a picnic from the ship to explore the local sights along the Danube.

Later, enjoy live entertainment onboard.

OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO VIENNA (B,L,D)

Royal Collections and Amusing Attractions

Active Excursion: Explore Vienna's Danube Island by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:

Classic Excursion: 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. After the tour, enjoy a coffee and homemade cake, OR:

Classic Excursion: Explore the Habsburg Empire with a morning Guided City Tour of Vienna’s gilded landmarks. See the Imperial Palace complex—the winter residence of the Imperial Family, the iconic Vienna Opera House, and stunning St. Stephen’s Cathedral.

Join a Guided Optional Excursion to Schönbrunn Palace—summer home of the Habsburg empire.

Consider a tram ride to Vienna’s Prater amusement park or to one of the many museums nearby. Later, consider joining an Optional Excursion to attend a Royal Waltz Concert in an elegant hall.

OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO DÜRNSTEIN (B,L,D)

A King’s Ransom and Castle Ruins

Active Excursion: Take 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 Excursion: Join a Guided Walk, and hear the legendary tale of King Richard the Lionheart—who was imprisoned in the castle above the village during the Crusades.

Later, stretch out on the Sky Deck as you sail through the Wachau Valley past vineyards, castles, and charming villages on your way to Melk.

MELK - Frescoes Above and Vineyards Below

Active Excursion: Join your Avalon Adventure Host for a walk along the Danube River and around Melk, OR:

Classic Excursion: Take a Guided Tour of the frescoed ceilings, statues, incredible library, and ornate pipe organ of Melk’s Benedictine Abbey.

Discovery Excursion: Later, enjoy a Wine Tasting on board as you prepare to sail to Passau.

EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO PASSAU (B,L,D)

Where the Danube, Inn, and Ilz Rivers Meet

Classic Excursion: Join an afternoon Guided City Walk to learn more about this beautiful “City of Three Rivers.”

Alternatively, you may join a full day Guided Optional Excursion to Salzburg, the city of Mozart, or a full day Guided Optional Excursion to the picturesque Bohemian town of Cesky Krumlov.

EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO REGENSBURG (B,L,D)

Bavaria’s Medieval Miracle

Active Excursion: Explore Walhalla by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:

Classic Excursion: Join a Guided City Walk and see Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall) and Porta Pretoria—built in 179 AD as the entrance to Castra Regina fortress.

You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to visit the Benedictine Monastery in Weltenburg.

Spend a free afternoon exploring Regensburg on foot or by bike through its charming streets.

This evening, enjoy live entertainment after dinner as you cruise toward Roth.

EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO ROTH (B,L,D)

 

Legends and History Lessons

Classic Excursion: Enjoy an Onboard Lecture about the Main-Danube Canal—linking these two rivers to make a vital connection enabling navigation between the North and Black Seas.

Classic Excursion: Enjoy a Guided Sightseeing Tour of the Bavarian town of Roth—with its half-timbered houses, market square, and 1535 hunting lodge, Schloss Ratibor, OR:

Classic Excursion: Choose a Guided Tour of Nuremberg’s medieval architecture, gilded fountain, gothic cathedral, and Kaiserburg Castle, OR:

Classic Excursion: Join a Guided Tour of the historic Nuremberg Rally Grounds—used by the Third Reich.

Tonight, relax onboard with live entertainment as you sail to Bamberg.

EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BAMBERG (B,L,D)

The City of Seven Hills.

Classic Excursion: Take a Guided Walking Tour of the former home to imperial dynasties, and see its Romanesque cathedral, Old Town Hall, and seven hills crowned with churches.

Discovery Excursion: Attend an onboard lecture to learn about European history and culture.

AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO WÜRZBURG (B,L,D)

A Perfect Day in the Pearl of the Romantic Road

Active Excursion: Enjoy an easy bike ride along the river with your Adventure Host, OR:

Classic Excursion: Take a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Würzburg with its Old Main Bridge, towering fortress, and baroque Bishop’s Residenz—with the largest known ceiling fresco.

This afternoon, enjoy leisurely sailing.

AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO MILTENBERG (B,L,D)

Beauty on the Main River

Join your Adventure Host for today’s special activities.

Active Excursion: Discover Miltenberg by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:

Classic Excursion: Join a Guided Walking Tour of Miltenberg, a showcase of medieval half-timber homes and home to Germany’s oldest inn.

Later, enjoy onboard entertainment as you cruise to Rüdesheim.

AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO RÜDESHEIM (B,L,D)

Eat, Drink, and Be Merry in Wine Country

Active Excursion: Enjoy a hike with your Avalon Adventure Host through the picturesque vineyards of Rüdesheim, OR:

Discovery Excursion: Take a Guided Visit to the historic 18th-century wooden-barrel cellar of Johannisberg Castle and enjoy a delicious wine tasting, OR:

Classic Excursion: Tour the incredible Mechanical Music Museum for a one-of-a-kind instrumental experience; enjoy a tasting of the authentic Rüdesheimer coffee.

This afternoon cruise through the dramatic Rhine Gorge and see the famous rock of the Lorelei—where mythological siren lured ill-fated sailors to shore.

Discovery Excursion: Enjoy a remarkable classical music concert in a lovely baroque venue at Engers Castle, home to the Villa Musica Rhineland-Palatinate National Foundation, one of Germany’s largest music institutions.

OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN ENGERS (B,L,D)

Prost! Celebrate in the Rhineland

Ask about today’s energizing or relaxing Adventure Host activities.

Active Excursion: Enjoy a bike ride like the locals in Cologne with your Adventure Host, OR:

Discovery Excursion: Join a Guided Walking Tour of Cologne’s important Jewish heritage sites, OR:

Classic Excursion: Take a Guided City Walk of Cologne—explore the Old City and see its soaring twin-steepled Gothic cathedral.

Spend free time over a glass of Kölsch pale lager—locally brewed for over 100 years!

AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO AMSTERDAM (B,L,D)

Colorful Canals of Amsterdam

Active Excursion: Start your day joining your Adventure Host on an early morning walk in Amsterdam, OR:

Classic Excursion: Discover the true beauty of Amsterdam with an off-the-beaten-path Guided Walking Tour through its cobblestone streets for a captivating look at this legendary city, OR:

Classic Excursion: Explore the iconic waterways of Amsterdam with a Guided Canal Cruise past stately homes of Amsterdam’s “Golden Age.”

In the afternoon you may join an Optional Culinary Walk through Amsterdam to sample savory and sweet Dutch specialties. Or choose an Optional Biking Tour to discover the countryside. You might also consider a Guided Optional Excursion to Zaanse Schans to see historic windmills and charming Dutch houses.

Spend free time on your own to explore the colorful cafés, galleries, bridges, and canals of Amsterdam.

OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN AMSTERDAM (B,L,D)

Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

Terms & Conditions

<p>*Conditions apply. Prices correct as at 04/12/25 but may fluctuate if surcharges, fees, taxes or currency change. Offers subject to availability. Agents may charge service fees, rates vary. Payments by credit card will incur a surcharge.&nbsp; Airfare not included unless otherwise stated. All savings are included in the advertised price. Offers may be withdrawn without notice and are not combinable with any other offers unless stated. Please check all prices, availability and other information before booking. Avalon Waterways and Helloworld Travel booking terms and conditions apply, see in store for details.&nbsp;</p>
<p>* Terms and conditions: From price of $10,281 is per person, twin share, based on 16 October 2026 departure, category E cabin and includes $2,600pp saving & Fly Free offer. All care is taken to promote correct pricing, is subject to cruise availability and will be confirmed at time of reservation. All prices are per person, twin share and include any applicable charges and savings. Offer valid for new bookings deposited by 08/01/26, cannot be claimed retrospectively and not combinable with any other discounts except Second Tour discount (multiple tours must be booked at the same time for travel within the same calendar year) and/or Welcome Back Credit. Fly free to the value of $2700 per person - charges apply if airfare exceeds this value. Offer valid on select Magnificent Europe cruises as follows: Fly free + $300pp off on WAB 30 May/10 Sept 2026, WBA 02 June/12 Sept 2026, Fly free + $1000 off WAB 23 June/26 Sept WBA 25 June 2026, Fly free + 1800 off WAB 09 Jul/18 Aug, WBA 11 July/20 Aug/29 Sept, Fly free + $2600 off WAB 01 Aug/13 Oct WBA 04 Aug/16 Oct. A non-refundable deposit of $2,500 per person is required at time of booking to secure the airfare and tour. Airfares to UK/Europe based on economy class travel departing SYD/MEL/BNE/PER/ADL with travel to select UK and European ports and includes government taxes current at time of booking. A surcharge may apply for flights from other Australian cities and any flight deviations. Airlines and booking classes are subject to availability and may include Singapore Airlines, Emirates, Cathay Pacific, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways or Thai Airways, depending on routing. A surcharge may apply if the allocated booking class is not available and a higher class is required. Frequent flyer point accrual may be limited; travellers should retain documentation to claim mileage where allowed. Tickets must be issued by Avalon Waterways air desk. Cancellations after booking incur a minimum fee equal to the deposit or as otherwise specified. In the event your tour is withdrawn, flights booked in accordance with this promotion may also be subject to cancellation - fees apply. Booking amendments may incur additional charges; any changes will be confirmed at the time of the amendment. Airline schedule changes are subject to change without notice and Avalon Waterways is not liable for any additional costs incurred due to airline changes. SafetyNet Protection cannot be purchased or applied in conjunction with an airfare offer. Offer applicable to singles - single supplement applies. Offers applicable across all cabin categories. Cabin upgrade cost will apply. Offer not applicable to group bookings. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Offer may be withdrawn or amended at any time without notice. Additional restrictions may apply, refer to the website www.avalonwaterways.com.au.</p>

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$10,281* | per person twin share
Fly Free plus save $2,600 per person
Destination:
Budapest, Multiple
Duration:
14 Night
Offer ends:
08 January 2026
Valid for travel:
16 OCT – 30 OCT 2026 Other departures available between MAY – OCT 2026, seasonal surcharges may apply.
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