10 Day Avalon Waterways River Cruise from Budapest to Prague 2027(WBDE)

Avalon Waterways River Cruise - Budapest to Prague

Danube Dreams with 2 Nights in Prague

Starting from $3,390
Ship(s): Avalon Expression, Avalon Illumination, Avalon Imagery II, Avalon Impression, Avalon Passion, Avalon Tranquility II, Avalon Visionary
Specialty Cruises: Wine Lovers
10 Day Avalon Waterways River Cruise from Budapest to Prague 2027 - WBDE
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River Cruise Description

Cruise along the peaceful Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, and Germany-stopping at some of Central Europe's most splendid capitals and charming towns along the way. Begin in Budapest, where guided sightseeing acquaints you with the highlights of the vibrant capital of Hungary. See Heroes' Square, and all the famous sights that make this city come to life! Set sail on the Danube, take pictures of the impressive views of the Parliament Building as you leave Budapest, and head for Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia. Here, enjoy a guided walk through the delightful Old Town and visit the Gothic St. Martin's Cathedral. Vienna, Austria, makes an immediate impression with its lavish Hofburg Imperial Palace and neo-renaissance Vienna Opera House. Enjoy the magnificent views as your river cruise takes you through the picturesque wine region of the Wachau Valley. Visit the impressive Benedictine Abbey of Melk and enjoy a tasting of some of the renowned local wines. In Linz, walk around the Hauptplatz, Austria's largest medieval square, which forms the center of the city. Take a guided walk around Passau, Germany, known for its maze of narrow cobblestone streets and St. Stephen's Cathedral-a masterpiece of baroque architecture. Enjoy guided sightseeing in Regensburg, before heading to beautiful Prague, capital of the Czech Republic. Here, you'll be amazed at St. Vitus Cathedral and Old Town's Astronomical Clock, a unique and intricate piece of art unlike anything else in the world.
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Departure DateShipPriced From
(per person)		 
Mar 31, 2027Avalon Expression$3,390Call Us!
Apr 3, 2027Avalon Visionary$3,590Call Us!
Apr 14, 2027Avalon Impression$3,940Call Us!
Apr 17, 2027Avalon Visionary$4,140Call Us!
Apr 28, 2027Avalon Expression$4,640Call Us!
May 1, 2027Avalon Visionary$4,390Call Us!
May 15, 2027Avalon Visionary$4,740Call Us!
May 20, 2027Avalon Illumination$4,740Call Us!
May 26, 2027Avalon Imagery II$4,490Call Us!
May 29, 2027Avalon Visionary$4,490Call Us!
Jun 11, 2027Avalon Imagery II$4,490Call Us!
Jun 19, 2027Avalon Expression$4,240Call Us!
Jun 25, 2027Avalon Imagery II$4,240Call Us!
Jun 26, 2027Avalon Visionary$4,240Call Us!
Jul 9, 2027Avalon Imagery II$3,890Call Us!
Jul 13, 2027Avalon Illumination$3,890Call Us!
Jul 21, 2027Avalon Imagery II$3,890Call Us!
Jul 26, 2027Avalon Visionary$3,890Call Us!
Jul 27, 2027Avalon Illumination$3,890Call Us!
Aug 4, 2027Avalon Imagery II$3,890Call Us!
Aug 9, 2027Avalon Visionary$3,890Call Us!
Aug 12, 2027Avalon ExpressionWaitlistCall Us!
Aug 18, 2027Avalon Impression$4,340Call Us!
Aug 23, 2027Avalon Visionary$4,340Call Us!
Sep 1, 2027Avalon Imagery II$5,140Call Us!
Sep 15, 2027Avalon Imagery II$5,140Call Us!
Sep 23, 2027Avalon Expression$5,265Call Us!
Oct 1, 2027Avalon Imagery II$4,890Call Us!
Oct 4, 2027Avalon Visionary$4,890Call Us!
Oct 11, 2027Avalon Impression$4,790Call Us!
Oct 20, 2027
Wine Lovers(WBDE-T7)
A Master of Wine will accompany you on this portion of your cruise with presentations, tastings, and wine pairings along the way.
Avalon Visionary$4,440Call Us!
Oct 25, 2027
Wine Lovers(WBDE-T7)
A Master of Wine will accompany you on this portion of your cruise with presentations, tastings, and wine pairings along the way.
Avalon Impression$4,090Call Us!
Oct 27, 2027
Wine Lovers(WBDE-T7)
A Master of Wine will accompany you on this portion of your cruise with presentations, tastings, and wine pairings along the way.
Avalon Tranquility II$3,990Call Us!
Oct 30, 2027
Wine Lovers(WBDE-T7)
A Master of Wine will accompany you on this portion of your cruise with presentations, tastings, and wine pairings along the way.
Avalon Passion$3,990Call Us!
Oct 31, 2027
Wine Lovers(WBDE-T7)
A Master of Wine will accompany you on this portion of your cruise with presentations, tastings, and wine pairings along the way.
Avalon Illumination$3,990Call Us!
Nov 14, 2027
Wine Lovers(WBDE-T7)
A Master of Wine will accompany you on this portion of your cruise with presentations, tastings, and wine pairings along the way.
Avalon Imagery II$3,790Call Us!
Avalon Choice

Avalon has designed included activities with a choice of experiences. We invite you to select the tours, activities, and events that interest you most, so you can experience your cruise your way. There are 3 types of included shore excursion on every Europe cruise:

Classic
Your local expert is ready to guide you through the history and heritage of local destinations. You'll marvel at the legends, lore, and spectacular architecture of iconic and historic sites.
Discovery
We've found inspiring and interactive activities to speak to your interests — from cooking classes, to painting workshops — to immerse yourself in each culture you explore.
Active
Embark on energetic excursions to keep you in motion and on the go — from a guided jogging tour of Amsterdam, to biking, paddling, and hiking your way through scenic locales.
  • Plus independent exploration options and use of Avalon's exclusive AvalonGO APP.

River Cruise Itinerary

Day 1 BUDAPEST, HUNGARY (EMBARKATION)

Welcome to Hungary. Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding.
Flights into Budapest must arrive by 3:30 pm.
Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm.
The day is yours to relax and enjoy the city with time for photographs, cafés, and confections.

OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN BUDAPEST
(D)

Day 2 BUDAPEST

The Pearl of the Danube in the Heart of Europe
Visit the Adventure Center for today’s activities with your Adventure Host.
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 selection 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.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BRATISLAVA
(B,L,D)

Day 3 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.
This afternoon, 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.
This evening, enjoy live entertainment on board your ship.
OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO VIENNA
(B,L,D)

Day 4 VIENNA

Strauss, Schnitzel, Strudel, and Sachertorte
Active
Explore Vienna's Danube Island by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:
Classic
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
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 iconic Vienna Opera House, and stunning St. Stephen’s Cathedral.
You may decide to take a Guided Optional Excursion to Schönbrunn Palace—the former imperial summer home of the Habsburg monarchy.
Spend free time strolling in the pedestrian Kärntnerstrasse—the most famous shopping avenue in central Vienna or take a bike ride through the city and stop in a local café 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.
OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO DÜRNSTEIN
(B,L,D)

Day 5 DÜRNSTEIN–WACHAU VALLEY

A King’s Ransom and Castle Ruins
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 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 Ybbs
Active
Alternatively join your Adventure Host for a bike along the river.
YBBS. EXCURSION TO MELK
Frescoes Above and Vineyards Below
Classic
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.
This evening, enjoy live entertainment on board.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO LINZ
(B,L,D)

Day 6 LINZ

Legendary, Lovely Linz
Ask about today’s energizing or relaxing Adventure Host activities.
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, OR:
Active
Experience Danube's cycle path, follow your Adventure Host for a bike ride around the area of Linz.
Alternatively, consider a full-day Guided Optional Excursion to Salzburg—the city of Mozart—or to the picturesque Bohemian town of Cesky Krumlov.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN LINZ
(B,L,D)

Day 7 SCHLÖGEN OXBOW–PASSAU, GERMANY

Where the Danube, Inn, and Ilz Rivers Meet
This morning, cruise through the Schlögen Oxbow, a particularly beautiful horseshoe-shaped bend of the river.
ACTIVE Join your Avalon Adventure Host for Hiking from Oberhaus along a trail down to the valley and along Ilz River, OR:
Classic
Take a Guided City Walk into Passau, the beautiful “City of Three Rivers.”
Before sailing to Vilshofen, 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.
Enjoy a short sailing to Vilshofen.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN VILSHOFEN
(B,L,D)

Day 8 VILSHOFEN (DISEMBARKATION)–REGENSBURG–PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC

Magical Regensburg—Bavaria’s Medieval Miracle
Classic
Join a Guided City Walk in Regensburg and see Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall) and Porta Pretoria—built in 179 AD as the entrance to Castra Regina fortress.
Take free time to enjoy a hearty lunch and a local beer, then step back in time through historic lanes and squares of today’s modern and vibrant Regensburg. Continue on to the Golden City of Prague.
(B)

Day 9 PRAGUE

Gothic Cathedrals, Grand Castles, and Great Cuisine
Classic
Take a Guided City Walk to visit Hradčany Castle Grounds; see St. Vitus Cathedral and Old Town’s Astronomical Clock.
Consider sampling delicious plum dumplings and traditional Pilsner lager beside.
Mingle with the locals and be mesmerized by street performers in Wenceslas Square, or admire the arches and statues decorating Charles Bridge.
(B)

Day 10 PRAGUE

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
(B)
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