Avalon Expression
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20 Night The Danube from Romania to Germany with 1 Night in Bucharest 2 Nights in Transylvania and 2 Nights in Prague Cruise and Land Tour from Bucharest

Ship: Avalon Expression
Cruise Line: Avalon Waterways
Sailed: Monday, May 26, 2025 from Bucharest, Romania
Ended: Sunday, Jun 15, 2025
The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Monday, May 26, 2025 departure of the Avalon Expression. If Avalon Waterways modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing , the modified schedule would not be reflected here.
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Day 1 - Monday - May 26, 2025
Bucharest, Romania
Bucharest, Romania
Welcome to Bucharest-The "Paris of the East". The day is yours to relax and enjoy Bucharest. Spend some free time exploring this fascinating city on your own to discover its trendy shops, cafes, museums, beautiful homes, and churches along Victory Avenue.
Day 2 - Tuesday - May 27, 2025
Bucharest, Romania
Bucharest, Romania
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Sinaia, Romania
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Brasov, Romania
Castle in the Clouds. Drive into the Carpathians to Sinaia to visit Peles Castle. On the way, enjoy a local lunch. This afternoon, continue to Brasov for the night. (Breakfast, Lunch)
Day 3 - Wednesday - May 28, 2025
Brasov, Romania
Brasov, Romania
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Bran Castle, Romania
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Brasov, Romania
Legendary Bites in Brasov. Join a morning Guided Sightseeing Tour of Brasov followed by free time. In the evening, enjoy a tour of Bran Castle of Dracula lore followed by dinner. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 4 - Thursday - May 29, 2025
Brasov, Romania
Brasov, Romania
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Bucharest, Romania
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Cruise Begins
Oltenita, Romania
Your Suite Ship Awaits. Join your Avalon Suite Ship this afternoon for embarkation in Oltenita. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 5 - Friday - May 30, 2025
Rousse, Bulgaria
Rousse, Bulgaria
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Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria
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Arbanasi, Bulgaria
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Svishtov, Bulgaria
Fortresses and Fountains in "Little Vienna". Sail to Svistov or join your ship there if you opted for the full-day tour. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 6 - Saturday - May 31, 2025
Vidin, Bulgaria
Rocks, Ruins, and Balkan Beauty. Ask about today's energizing or relaxing Adventure Host activities. This evening, enjoy live entertainment onboard with a Bulgarian folklore show. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 7 - Sunday - Jun 1, 2025
Iron Gates
Iron Gates
Donji Milanovac, Serbia
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Lepenski Vir
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Donji Milanovac, Serbia
Ancient Artifacts and the Iron Gates. Before lunch onboard, you'll sail through the spectacular and narrow Iron Gates Gorge-forming a natural border between Serbia and Romania. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 8 - Monday - Jun 2, 2025
Belgrade, Serbia
Belgrade, Serbia
Fortresses and Folklore. Join your Adventure Host for today's special activities. You may choose to spend free time in Belgrade exploring Knez Mihailova Street-Belgrade's central pedestrian thoroughfare with many lively cafes, shops, and cultural spots. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 9 - Tuesday - Jun 3, 2025
Novi Sad, Serbia
Novi Sad, Serbia
A Capital of Culture. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 10 - Wednesday - Jun 4, 2025
Ilok, Croatia
Vukovar, Croatia
Croatian Heritage and Hilltop Vintages. Enjoy a short sailing to Vukovar during lunchtime. VUKOVAR, CROATIA: The Heroic Town on the Danube. This evening, enjoy live entertainment on board. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 11 - Thursday - Jun 5, 2025
Mohacs, Hungary
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Pecs, Hungary
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Mohacs, Hungary
Underground Tombs and Heavenly Music. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 12 - Friday - Jun 6, 2025
Budapest, Hungary
Budapest, Hungary
Hungary's Captivating Capital. Take in the beauty of Budapest while enjoying a free afternoon 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. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 13 - Saturday - Jun 7, 2025
Budapest, Hungary
Budapest, Hungary
The Pearl of the Danube. Alternatively, take a free day to explore, with time to take photographs on the Royal Palace grounds in this treasure trove of historical architecture. Try Budapest's famous thermal bath spas, then dine in a garden or rooftop eatery. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 14 - Sunday - Jun 8, 2025
Bratislava, Slovakia
Bratislava, Slovakia
Cathedral Coronations and a Crowning Castle. 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. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 15 - Monday - Jun 9, 2025
Vienna, Austria
Vienna, Austria
Strauss, Schnitzel, Strudel, and Sachertorte. You may decide to take a Guided Optional Excursion to Schonbrunn Palace-summer home of the Habsburg Empire. Spend free time strolling in the Karntner Strasse-the most famous shopping avenue in central Vienna, or take a bike ride to a local cafe for Sachertorte or Apfelstrudel. This evening, enjoy an unforgettable musical performance with an Optional Excursion to attend a Royal Waltz Concert in an elegant hall. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 16 - Tuesday - Jun 10, 2025
Durnstein, Austria
Durnstein, Austria
Ybbs an der Donau, Austria
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Melk, Austria
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Ybbs an der Donau, Austria
A King's Ransom and Castle Ruins. 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. YBBS: Excursion to MELK - Frescoes Above and Vineyards Below. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 17 - Wednesday - Jun 11, 2025
Linz, Germany
Linz, Germany
Legendary, Lovely Linz. Ask about today's energizing or relaxing Adventure Host activities. Alternatively, consider a full-day Guided Optional Excursion to Salzburg-the city of Mozart-or to the picturesque Bohemian town of Cesky Krumlov. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 18 - Thursday - Jun 12, 2025
Schlogener Schlinge, Austria
Passau, Germany
Vilshofen, Germany
Where the Danube, Inn, and Ilz Rivers Meet. This morning, cruise through the Schlogen Oxbow, a particularly beautiful horseshoe-shaped bend of the river. Before sailing to Vilshofen, take a little free time to explore Passau's cobblestone streets and galleries of Artists' Alley. Maybe stop at St. Stephan's Cathedral to catch a concert rehearsal. Enjoy a short sailing to Vilshofen. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 19 - Friday - Jun 13, 2025
Vilshofen, Germany
Vilshofen, Germany
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Regensburg, Germany
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Prague, Czech Republic
Bavaria's Medieval Miracle. 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. (Breakfast)
Day 20 - Saturday - Jun 14, 2025
Prague, Czech Republic
Prague, Czech Republic
Gothic Cathedrals, Grand Castles, and Great Cuisine. Sample plum dumplings or Pilsner lager, meet the locals, and see street performers in Wenceslas Square. (Breakfast)
Day 21 - Sunday - Jun 15, 2025
Prague, Czech Republic
Prague, Czech Republic
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)
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