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Illuminations on the Danube (Eastbound) 14 Days - Departs Yangon
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Cruise along the peaceful Danube River through Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary--stopping at some of Central Europe's most splendid capitals and charming towns along the way. Visit Passau, Germany--called the "City of Three Rivers" at the confluence of the Danube, Inn,... Read More

Duration: 14 Days
Arrive In: Yangon
Depart From: Yangon
Quality: Superior First Class
Pace: Leisurely
Breakfast: 13
Lunch: 11
Dinner: 11
Type: River Cruise
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  • 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.

    EVENING CRUISE TO PASSAU

    (D)

    VILSHOFEN.jpg
  • Day 2 PASSAU-SCHL?-GEN 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 Schlögen Oxbow.

    OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN LINZ

    (B,L,D)

    PASSAU.jpg
  • Day 3 LINZ, AUSTRIA Legendary and Lovely Linz

    Visit the Adventure Center 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 Pöstlingberg for a bird's-eye view of the city and river below.

    Later, enjoy live entertainment on board.

    EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO YBBS

    (B,L,D)

    LINZ.jpg
  • Day 4 MELK-WACHAU VALLEY Frescoes Above and Vineyards Below

    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 Krems.

    KREMS-WACHAU VALLEY

    An Ancient Village and Vintages of the Wachau Valley

    CLASSIC Join a guided walk to explore this small valley town, seemingly untouched by the new world.

    OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO VIENNA

    (B,L,D)


    MELK-ABBEY.jpg
  • Day 5 VIENNA, AUSTRIA Strauss, Schnitzel, Strudel and Sachertorte Viennese Waltzes on the Blue Danube

    ACTIVE Take a Guided Bike Tour along the famed Ringstrasse and pedestrian avenues of Vienna to see the city's highlights from a unique perspective, OR:

    DISCOVERY Take an Insider's Tour of Vienna to get behind the scenes of her sights and attractions. You will meet locals, have the chance to prepare some food, and enjoy other surprises, OR:

    CLASSIC Take a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Vienna, including a tour of Belvedere Palace to see Gustave Klimt's renowned "Kiss" painting.

    Spend free time this afternoon strolling through the pedestrian Kärntnerstrasse then take a break for a piece of Sachertorte. Or enjoy an optional excursion in Schönbrunn.

    OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN VIENNA

    (B,L,D)

    VIENNA-HISTORY-MUSEUM.jpg
  • Day 6 VIENNA Feast for the Soul

    DISCOVERY Enjoy a morning Guided Walking Tour to see the city in her best light, along with breakfast at a Viennese café, OR:

    CLASSIC Dive into one of the world's most important museums with a Guided Tour of the Habsburg family's private art collection at the Museum of Fine Arts, and enjoy Italian or Dutch master works, OR:

    CLASSIC Take a Guided Tour of the Museum of Fine Arts, followed by the Military Museum, commemorating the past of the Habsburg Empire.

    This evening consider joining an Optional Excursion to attend a Royal Waltz Concert in an elegant hall.

    OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BRATISLAVA

    (B,L,D)

    VIENNA-FINE-ARTS-MUSEUM.jpg
  • Day 7 BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA Cathedral Coronations and a Crowning Castle

    Join your Adventure Host for today's special activities.

    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 center.

    Later, relax on board with live entertainment.

    OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO ESZTERGROM

    (B,L,D)

    BRATISLAVA.jpg
  • Day 8 ESZTERGOM, HUNGARY Mountains Views and Pàlinka

    ACTIVE Take an E-bike Guided Tour and explore the surroundings of the Pilis Mountains Region. Enjoy the view from the lockout point at Dobogók?', OR:

    CLASSIC Join a Guided Tour into the scenic Carpathian Basin for a visit of the ancient Esztergom Basilica that includes the traditional Pàlinka tasting in its impressive cellar.

    Enjoy a brief cruise to Visegrad during lunchtime.

    VISEGRÁD

    Jousting Tournaments and Dracula's Tower

    ACTIVE Explore Hungary's beautiful Danube-Ipoly National Park and visit Count Dracula's prison tower on a Hiking Tour, OR:

    ACTIVE Take part in a Canoe Excursion through the picturesque Bend Region of the Danube for a truly unique perspective of one of the river's most beautiful stretches, OR:

    DISCOVERY Join a Guided Visit to the Medieval Knights Tournament at Visegrád's Lower Castle, featuring targeting and fighting demonstrations by members of the St. George Knightly Order.

    Spend free time after your selected activities to explore Palotaház, where stonemasons, smiths, potters, and paper-makers produce their traditional items using age-old techniques.

    This evening, enjoy a sailing into Budapest and magnificent views of the beautiful Parliament Building.

    OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN BUDAPEST

    (B,L,D)



    ESZTERGOM.jpg
  • Day 9 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 cafés and pubs, or take a hike through the hills above the Danube.

    OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN BUDAPEST

    (B,L,D)

    BUDAPEST-HEROS-SQUARE.jpg
  • Day 10 BUDAPEST (DISEMBARKATION) Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning.

    (B)

    BUDAPEST-CITY-VIEW.jpg
Tour Inclusions Close
Day 1 Vilshofen (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception
Day 2 Passau-Linz: Choice of guided walk or hike with your Adventure Host; Schlögen Oxbow scenic cruising
Day 3 Linz: Guided sightseeing, see Hauptplatz and the Trinity Column
Day 4 Melk-Wachau Valley-Krems: Guided tour of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk or walk with your Adventure Host; scenic cruise through the Wachau Valley; guided tour in Krems
Day 5 Vienna: Choice of bike tour, or Insider's tour of Vienna, or guided tour, visit to Belvedere Palace
Day 6 Vienna: Choice of early risers walking tour with breakfast at a Viennese café, or guided tour, see Habsburg private art collection and the Italian or Dutch masters works, or guided tour, see Habsburg private art collection and the Military Museum
Day 7 Bratislava: Choice of guided sightseeing in Bratislava, visit St. Martin's Cathedral or hike to Bratislava Castle with your Adventure Host
Day 8 Esztergom-Visegrád-Budapest: Choice of visit of the ancient Esztergom Basilica with Palinka tasting or e-bike tour; choice of medieval knights tournament, or guided hike in the Danube-Ipoly National Park, or canoe tour in Visegrád; scenic cruising into Budapest
Day 9 Budapest: Choice of guided tour, see Heroes' Square or hike with your Adventure Host
Day 10 Budapest (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning
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Name: Illuminations on the Danube (Eastbound)

Brand: Avalon

Quality: Superior First Class

Tour Type: River Cruise

Start City: Yangon

End City: Yangon

Notes: In the event of technical or water level issues, it may be necessary to operate the itinerary by motorcoach or alter the program, including hotel overnight when necessary. Guided Tours, Optional Excursions, activities, sailing and docking schedules may be contingent on weather conditions or other issues outside of our control and could therefore be subject to change at any time.Please check visa requirements with your local consulate(s); responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the traveler.

Price Details: Gateway city for arrivals is Munich.Port charges:USD$270Avalon offers the opportunity for solo travelers to sail with no single supplement (subject to availability).Please call for single accommodation details and prices. Triples not available.

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  • 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.

    EVENING CRUISE TO PASSAU

    (D)

    VILSHOFEN.jpg
  • Day 2 PASSAU-SCHL?-GEN 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 Schlögen Oxbow.

    OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN LINZ

    (B,L,D)

    PASSAU.jpg
  • Day 3 LINZ, AUSTRIA Legendary and Lovely Linz

    Visit the Adventure Center 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 Pöstlingberg for a bird's-eye view of the city and river below.

    Later, enjoy live entertainment on board.

    EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO YBBS

    (B,L,D)

    LINZ.jpg
  • Day 4 MELK-WACHAU VALLEY Frescoes Above and Vineyards Below

    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 Krems.

    KREMS-WACHAU VALLEY

    An Ancient Village and Vintages of the Wachau Valley

    CLASSIC Join a guided walk to explore this small valley town, seemingly untouched by the new world.

    OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO VIENNA

    (B,L,D)


    MELK-ABBEY.jpg
  • Day 5 VIENNA, AUSTRIA Strauss, Schnitzel, Strudel and Sachertorte Viennese Waltzes on the Blue Danube

    ACTIVE Take a Guided Bike Tour along the famed Ringstrasse and pedestrian avenues of Vienna to see the city's highlights from a unique perspective, OR:

    DISCOVERY Take an Insider's Tour of Vienna to get behind the scenes of her sights and attractions. You will meet locals, have the chance to prepare some food, and enjoy other surprises, OR:

    CLASSIC Take a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Vienna, including a tour of Belvedere Palace to see Gustave Klimt's renowned "Kiss" painting.

    Spend free time this afternoon strolling through the pedestrian Kärntnerstrasse then take a break for a piece of Sachertorte. Or enjoy an optional excursion in Schönbrunn.

    OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN VIENNA

    (B,L,D)

    VIENNA-HISTORY-MUSEUM.jpg
  • Day 6 VIENNA Feast for the Soul

    DISCOVERY Enjoy a morning Guided Walking Tour to see the city in her best light, along with breakfast at a Viennese café, OR:

    CLASSIC Dive into one of the world's most important museums with a Guided Tour of the Habsburg family's private art collection at the Museum of Fine Arts, and enjoy Italian or Dutch master works, OR:

    CLASSIC Take a Guided Tour of the Museum of Fine Arts, followed by the Military Museum, commemorating the past of the Habsburg Empire.

    This evening consider joining an Optional Excursion to attend a Royal Waltz Concert in an elegant hall.

    OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BRATISLAVA

    (B,L,D)

    VIENNA-FINE-ARTS-MUSEUM.jpg
  • Day 7 BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA Cathedral Coronations and a Crowning Castle

    Join your Adventure Host for today's special activities.

    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 center.

    Later, relax on board with live entertainment.

    OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO ESZTERGROM

    (B,L,D)

    BRATISLAVA.jpg
  • Day 8 ESZTERGOM, HUNGARY Mountains Views and Pàlinka

    ACTIVE Take an E-bike Guided Tour and explore the surroundings of the Pilis Mountains Region. Enjoy the view from the lockout point at Dobogók?', OR:

    CLASSIC Join a Guided Tour into the scenic Carpathian Basin for a visit of the ancient Esztergom Basilica that includes the traditional Pàlinka tasting in its impressive cellar.

    Enjoy a brief cruise to Visegrad during lunchtime.

    VISEGRÁD

    Jousting Tournaments and Dracula's Tower

    ACTIVE Explore Hungary's beautiful Danube-Ipoly National Park and visit Count Dracula's prison tower on a Hiking Tour, OR:

    ACTIVE Take part in a Canoe Excursion through the picturesque Bend Region of the Danube for a truly unique perspective of one of the river's most beautiful stretches, OR:

    DISCOVERY Join a Guided Visit to the Medieval Knights Tournament at Visegrád's Lower Castle, featuring targeting and fighting demonstrations by members of the St. George Knightly Order.

    Spend free time after your selected activities to explore Palotaház, where stonemasons, smiths, potters, and paper-makers produce their traditional items using age-old techniques.

    This evening, enjoy a sailing into Budapest and magnificent views of the beautiful Parliament Building.

    OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN BUDAPEST

    (B,L,D)



    ESZTERGOM.jpg
  • Day 9 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 cafés and pubs, or take a hike through the hills above the Danube.

    OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN BUDAPEST

    (B,L,D)

    BUDAPEST-HEROS-SQUARE.jpg
  • Day 10 BUDAPEST (DISEMBARKATION) Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning.

    (B)

    BUDAPEST-CITY-VIEW.jpg
  • Day 1 Vilshofen (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception
    Day 2 Passau-Linz: Choice of guided walk or hike with your Adventure Host; Schlögen Oxbow scenic cruising
    Day 3 Linz: Guided sightseeing, see Hauptplatz and the Trinity Column
    Day 4 Melk-Wachau Valley-Krems: Guided tour of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk or walk with your Adventure Host; scenic cruise through the Wachau Valley; guided tour in Krems
    Day 5 Vienna: Choice of bike tour, or Insider's tour of Vienna, or guided tour, visit to Belvedere Palace
    Day 6 Vienna: Choice of early risers walking tour with breakfast at a Viennese café, or guided tour, see Habsburg private art collection and the Italian or Dutch masters works, or guided tour, see Habsburg private art collection and the Military Museum
    Day 7 Bratislava: Choice of guided sightseeing in Bratislava, visit St. Martin's Cathedral or hike to Bratislava Castle with your Adventure Host
    Day 8 Esztergom-Visegrád-Budapest: Choice of visit of the ancient Esztergom Basilica with Palinka tasting or e-bike tour; choice of medieval knights tournament, or guided hike in the Danube-Ipoly National Park, or canoe tour in Visegrád; scenic cruising into Budapest
    Day 9 Budapest: Choice of guided tour, see Heroes' Square or hike with your Adventure Host
    Day 10 Budapest (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

Name: Illuminations on the Danube (Eastbound)

Brand: Avalon

Quality: Superior First Class

Tour Type: River Cruise

Start City: Yangon

End City: Yangon

Notes: In the event of technical or water level issues, it may be necessary to operate the itinerary by motorcoach or alter the program, including hotel overnight when necessary. Guided Tours, Optional Excursions, activities, sailing and docking schedules may be contingent on weather conditions or other issues outside of our control and could therefore be subject to change at any time.Please check visa requirements with your local consulate(s); responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the traveler.

Price Details: Gateway city for arrivals is Munich.Port charges:USD$270Avalon offers the opportunity for solo travelers to sail with no single supplement (subject to availability).Please call for single accommodation details and prices. Triples not available.

Questions? Give us a call 1-866-650-6654 Get call in code
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  • 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.

    EVENING CRUISE TO PASSAU

    (D)

    VILSHOFEN.jpg
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