19-Night Trip on Avalon Illumination
The Danube From The Black Sea To Germany With 2 Nights In Prague
From the “Paris of the East” in Bucharest, Romania, to the “Golden City” of Prague, in the Czech Republic, this Danube River cruise is an odyssey to new discoveries. Begin in Bucharest for a tour of the Romanian capital’s boulevards, Arc de Triomphe, Royal Palace Square, and historic sites from a dramatic history.Sail overnight to St. Gheorghe for an excursion to the Danube Delta at the Black Sea. Join a small-boat guided tour of the Danube Delta’s rivers, and enjoy the serene view of canals and marshes. Enjoy a special “Kilometer 0” celebration of the mighty Danube’s 2,845km journey from the Black Forest to the Black Sea. Sail through the Balkans to the Hungarian capital city of Budapest. Visit vibrant Vienna, and explore the exquisite city of Prague. Enjoy free time to enjoy the “Golden City” on your own, in addition to a guided city walk to see Hradcany Castle, St. Vitus Cathedral, and the world-famous Astronomical Clock. This European river cruise adventure from the Black Sea Delta to the Golden City of Prague is not to be missed!
Included Features:
Day 1 Bucharest: Welcome to BucharestDay 2 Bucharest–Oltenita (Embarkation): Guided sightseeing in Bucharest; onboard welcome receptionDay 3 St. Gheorghe: Excursion to Danube Delta; km 0 celebrationDay 4 Hrsova. Excursion to Constanta: Guided sightseeing, visit the National History and Archaeological Museum in ConstantaDay 5 Rousse. Excursion to Veliko Trnovo & Arbanassi: Choice of full-day excursion, visit to Tsarevet's Fortress in Veliko Trnovo and to the Ethnographic Museum and the Church of the Nativity in Arbanassi, or a guided sightseeing in Rousse, or a walk in the park with your Adventure HostDay 6 Vidin-Belogradchik: Choice of guided sightseeing to Vidin’s fortress and see the rock formations in Belogradchik or walk with your Adventure HostDay 7 Iron Gates–Donji Milanovac–Golubac: Cruise through the Iron Gates Gorge; choice of visit Lepenski Vir archaeological site or walk with your Adventure Host; visit to Golubac fortressDay 8 Belgrade: Choice of guided sightseeing or walk with your Adventure Host; onboard lectureDay 9 Novi Sad-Ilok: Choice of Novi Sad guided tour or walk with your Adventure Host; Ilok guided tourDay 10 Mohács. Excursion to Pécs: Choice of guided tour and organ concert in Pécs or sightseeing in Mohács, visit St. Nicolas watermillDay 11 Budapest: Choice of guided tour, see Heroes’ Square or hike with your Adventure HostDay 12 Budapest: Day at leisureDay 13 Bratislava: Choice of guided sightseeing in Bratislava, visit St. Martin’s Cathedral or hike up to Bratislava Castle with your Adventure HostDay 14 Vienna: Choice of guided sightseeing or bike with your Adventure HostDay 15 Dürnstein–Wachau Valley–Ybbs. Excursion to Melk: Choice of guided walk or hike up to the castle ruins in Dürnstein; cruise through the Wachau Valley; choice of guided visit of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk, Ybbs city sightseeing with Artstetten Castle visitDay 16 Linz: Guided sightseeing, see Hauptplatz and the Trinity ColumnDay 17 Passau: Schlögen Oxbow scenic cruising; choice of guided tour or hike with your Adventure HostDay 18 Vilshofen (Disembarkation)–Regensburg–Prague: Transfer to Regensburg, guided sightseeing; travel by motorcoach to PragueDay 19 Prague: Guided sightseeing, see the Astronomical Clock and visit Hradcany Castle groundsDay 20 Prague: Your vacation ends this morning
Included Features:
Day 1 Bucharest: Welcome to BucharestDay 2 Bucharest–Oltenita (Embarkation): Guided sightseeing in Bucharest; onboard welcome receptionDay 3 St. Gheorghe: Excursion to Danube Delta; km 0 celebrationDay 4 Hrsova. Excursion to Constanta: Guided sightseeing, visit the National History and Archaeological Museum in ConstantaDay 5 Rousse. Excursion to Veliko Trnovo & Arbanassi: Choice of full-day excursion, visit to Tsarevet's Fortress in Veliko Trnovo and to the Ethnographic Museum and the Church of the Nativity in Arbanassi, or a guided sightseeing in Rousse, or a walk in the park with your Adventure HostDay 6 Vidin-Belogradchik: Choice of guided sightseeing to Vidin’s fortress and see the rock formations in Belogradchik or walk with your Adventure HostDay 7 Iron Gates–Donji Milanovac–Golubac: Cruise through the Iron Gates Gorge; choice of visit Lepenski Vir archaeological site or walk with your Adventure Host; visit to Golubac fortressDay 8 Belgrade: Choice of guided sightseeing or walk with your Adventure Host; onboard lectureDay 9 Novi Sad-Ilok: Choice of Novi Sad guided tour or walk with your Adventure Host; Ilok guided tourDay 10 Mohács. Excursion to Pécs: Choice of guided tour and organ concert in Pécs or sightseeing in Mohács, visit St. Nicolas watermillDay 11 Budapest: Choice of guided tour, see Heroes’ Square or hike with your Adventure HostDay 12 Budapest: Day at leisureDay 13 Bratislava: Choice of guided sightseeing in Bratislava, visit St. Martin’s Cathedral or hike up to Bratislava Castle with your Adventure HostDay 14 Vienna: Choice of guided sightseeing or bike with your Adventure HostDay 15 Dürnstein–Wachau Valley–Ybbs. Excursion to Melk: Choice of guided walk or hike up to the castle ruins in Dürnstein; cruise through the Wachau Valley; choice of guided visit of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk, Ybbs city sightseeing with Artstetten Castle visitDay 16 Linz: Guided sightseeing, see Hauptplatz and the Trinity ColumnDay 17 Passau: Schlögen Oxbow scenic cruising; choice of guided tour or hike with your Adventure HostDay 18 Vilshofen (Disembarkation)–Regensburg–Prague: Transfer to Regensburg, guided sightseeing; travel by motorcoach to PragueDay 19 Prague: Guided sightseeing, see the Astronomical Clock and visit Hradcany Castle groundsDay 20 Prague: Your vacation ends this morning
19 Nights
Starting At
$8,336.00
USD
August 03, 2024 through August 22, 2024
Book by:
July 30, 2024 7:00 PM
Includes discount: $1200.00, Intra-vacation air transfers. Arrival and destination airfare not included.
ID: 7674391
Itinerary Map
Itinerary Overview
Day
4
Hr?ova. Excursion To Constanta
Day
7
Donji Milanovac, Serbia – Iron Gates Gorge. Excursion To Lepenski Vir
Day
17
Schlögen Oxbow – Passau, Germany
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About Avalon Illumination
Ship Overview
Avalon Illumination
Shining bright in Avalon's award-winning fleet of Suite Ships, the gorgeous Avalon features two full decks of Panorama Suites with wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows that transform your living space into river cruising's only Open-Air Balcony. With 200 square feet, Panorama Suites are more than 30% larger than the industry standard, affording you the incomparable opportunity to wake each morning to splendid passing scenery from your window-facing bed. Stretch out on your Comfort Collection bed and cruise with the world at your feet. Onboard amenities include an alternative light dining option in the Panorama Bistro, a Fitness Center, complimentary Wi-Fi access, and a spacious Sky Deck with premium lounge chairs, whirlpool, and light al fresco lunches at the Sky Bistro on the Sky Deck. The Avalon Illumination truly shines on Europe's rivers.
Ship Details
Year Entered Service
2014
Total Capacity
166
Crew Size
47
Suites
67
Laundromats
Number of Decks
4
Deck Plan Details
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Sky Grill |
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Premium Lounge Chairs and Shade Awnings |
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Observation Lounge |
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Panorama Bistro |
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Panorama Lounge |
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Bar |
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Reception |
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Elevator |
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Lobby |
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Club Lounge |
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Gallery |
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Dining Room |
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Fitness Center |
Deck plans are not yet available
Additional Tour Details
The Danube From The Black Sea To Germany With 2 Nights In Prague
NOTES
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.
Ship Overview
Ship Overview
Avalon Illumination
Shining bright in Avalon's award-winning fleet of Suite Ships, the gorgeous Avalon features two full decks of Panorama Suites with wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows that transform your living space into river cruising's only Open-Air Balcony. With 200 square feet, Panorama Suites are more than 30% larger than the industry standard, affording you the incomparable opportunity to wake each morning to splendid passing scenery from your window-facing bed. Stretch out on your Comfort Collection bed and cruise with the world at your feet. Onboard amenities include an alternative light dining option in the Panorama Bistro, a Fitness Center, complimentary Wi-Fi access, and a spacious Sky Deck with premium lounge chairs, whirlpool, and light al fresco lunches at the Sky Bistro on the Sky Deck. The Avalon Illumination truly shines on Europe's rivers.
Ship Details
Year Entered Service
2014
Total Capacity
166
Crew Size
47
Suites
67
Laundromats
Number of Decks
4
Deck Plan Details
Deck Plan Details
Symbol Legend
|
|
Sky Lounge |
|
|
Navigation Bridge |
|
|
Sky Grill |
|
|
Whirlpool |
|
|
Premium Lounge Chairs and Shade Awnings |
|
|
Deck Game Area |
|
|
Observation Lounge |
|
|
Panorama Bistro |
|
|
Panorama Lounge |
|
|
Bar |
|
|
Reception |
|
|
Elevator |
|
|
Lobby |
|
|
Club Lounge |
|
|
Gallery |
|
|
Dining Room |
|
|
Fitness Center |
Deck plans are not yet available
Additional Tour Details
The Danube From The Black Sea To Germany With 2 Nights In Prague
NOTES
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.
About Avalon Waterways
Innovative, transformative, original. Avalon Waterways has redefined cruising by going against the current and away from the ordinary. Delivering unparalleled experiences and boundless exploration, Avalon puts you in the captain’s seat to navigate your journey, fuel your passions and steer clear of the unexpected as you cruise down the world’s most memorable and mesmerizing waterways. One step aboard our modern, luxurious Suite Ships with the grandest views in cruising and you’ll see how the tides they are a-changin’.
Welcome to a new wave in cruising. Welcome aboard Avalon Waterways.
Welcome to a new wave in cruising. Welcome aboard Avalon Waterways.
About Avalon Waterways
Innovative, transformative, original. Avalon Waterways has redefined cruising by going against the current and away from the ordinary. Delivering unparalleled experiences and boundless exploration, Avalon puts you in the captain’s seat to navigate your journey, fuel your passions and steer clear of the unexpected as you cruise down the world’s most memorable and mesmerizing waterways. One step aboard our modern, luxurious Suite Ships with the grandest views in cruising and you’ll see how the tides they are a-changin’.
Welcome to a new wave in cruising. Welcome aboard Avalon Waterways.
Welcome to a new wave in cruising. Welcome aboard Avalon Waterways.
