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Experience the extraordinary destinations of Eastern Europe on this Danube River cruise adventure through the Balkans. You’ll cruise through the rich landscapes and cultural locales of Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, and Romania. Embark on your Avalon Suite Ship® in Budapest, the lively Hungarian capital, and sail into beautiful Croatia. Enjoy a guided sightseeing in Vukovar and discover Ilok with its 1,000-year-old winemaking tradition. Take a fascinating guided tour of the Serbian capital of Belgrade, one of the oldest cities in Europe, where the Sava River meets the Danube. Cruise... through the dramatic views of Iron Gates Gorge—a natural border between Serbia and Romania. Visit Bulgaria’s Belogradchik, and see the fascinating rock formations sculpted by natural elements for over 200 million years. On an excursion to the ancient Bulgarian capital of Veliko Târnovo, you’ll visit Arbanassi’s Church of the Nativity, housing an impressive collection of frescoes.
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2nd02 | AugAug | 202525 | Budapest, Hungary, embark on the Avalon Expression | ||||
Budapest is the capital city of Hungary and is located over the River Danube. It is one of the largest cities in the European Union and much of its historical sites have been awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status. Originally formed in 1873 by the joining of Buda, Pest and Old Buda, the city suffered heavy destruction during World War II and was rebuilt into the country's political, cultural and commercial hub it is now. Bridges and railways connect the city over the Danube, including the six small islands situated on the river themselves. Some of Budapest’s UNESCO World Heritage sites include Chain Bridge, Budapest Parliament, the striking Matthias church and the iconic Royal Palace visible from every location within Budapest City. The Castle Hills district architecture represents over a thousand years of the city's history with examples of Roman, Turkish, Gothic, Renaissance and Art Nouveau styles. Budapest also has a rich Jewish heritage and is home to the largest synagogue in Europe. The city has an abundance of restaurants offering international cuisines, as well as traditional Hungarian dishes ,including goulash soup, a very popular lunchtime dish. Hungarians enjoy their coffee so a traditional cafe is never hard to find. BUDAPEST, HUNGARY (EMBARKATION) Welcome to Hungary. Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding. Flights into Budapest must arrive by 2 pm. Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm. OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO VUKOVAR BUDAPEST-PARLIAMENT.jpg | |||||||
3rd03 | AugAug | 202525 | Vukovar, Croatia | ||||
VUKOVAR History and Beer Visit the Adventure Center for today’s activities with your Adventure Host. DISCOVERY Join a Guided Walking Tour to discover the heritage, culture, and tradition of Vukovar and enjoy a beer tasting, OR: CLASSIC Join a Guided City Tour to discover the captivating culture and tradition of Vukovar and learn about its rich history and heritage. Enjoy a brief cruise to Ilok while having lunch onboard. ILOK, CROATIA History and Culture in Croatia CLASSIC Join a Guided tour of Ilok, with its 1,000-year-old wine making traditions still thriving and its medieval fortress protected for its Croatian cultural heritage. Refresh your spirit with a wine tasting in a local cellar and hear the stories of culture and tradition in the natural beauty of Eastern Croatia, OR: ACTIVE Explore more of Croatia on a Guided Bike Tour along Ilok’s city walls, into the central church, and the towns’ museum on your way to Principovac Castle and Estate. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN NOVI SAD ILOK.jpg | |||||||
4th04 | AugAug | 202525 | Novi Sad, Serbia | ||||
NOVI SAD, SERBIA The Athens of Serbia CLASSIC Join a Guided Tour of Novi Sad, the second largest town in Serbia. Admire its Austro-Hungarian old town, with its baroque buildings, and ancient fortifications. ACTIVE Enjoy a Guided Hike Tour to the Petrovaradin part of the town. Located on the right bank of the Danube, across from the main part of Novi Sad, this area will amaze you for its scenic views, OR: DISCOVERY Get to learn more about the beekeeper profession on this Guided Tour of Novi Sad by stopping to the Honey Museum and by tasting local honey specialties. Later, enjoy live entertainment on board. OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BELGRADE NOVI-SAD.jpg | |||||||
5th05 | AugAug | 202525 | Belgrade, Serbia | ||||
BELGRADE Fortresses and Folklore ACTIVE Discover Belgrade's central walkway with your Adventure Host, OR: CLASSIC Join a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Belgrade—where the Danube and Sava Rivers converge—and see the city’s many fascinating sights, including Saint Sava—one of the world’s largest Orthodox churches. DISCOVERY Attend an onboard Lecture to learn about the rich history, destinations, and culture of the Balkan states. Spend your free time exploring the city on your own this afternoon on Knez Mihailova Street—Belgrade’s central pedestrian thoroughfare with many lively cafés, shops, and cultural spots. This evening, you might like to join an Optional Excursion for an authentic Bohemian Dinner in the Quarter of Skadarlija. OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO GOLUBAČ BELGRADE-SAINT-SAVA.jpg | |||||||
6th06 | AugAug | 202525 | Golubac, Serbia | ||||
GOLUBAČ–DONJI MILANOVAC. EXCURSION TO LEPENSKI VIR–IRON GATES GORGE Ancient Artifacts and the Iron Gates CLASSIC Visit the Fortress of Golubač, one of the best preserved medieval fortresses in Europe. You’ll hear about its tumultuous history as a border control for defense in the Middle Ages, and a source of conflict between Serbia, the Habsburg Monarchy and the Ottoman Empire, OR: CLASSIC Join a Guided Tour to the Mesolithic archaeological site of Lepenski Vir with unique views of the Danube Gorge. Sail through the spectacular and narrow Iron Gates Gorge—a natural border between Serbia and Romania. AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO VIDIN IRON-GATES-GORGE.jpg | |||||||
7th07 | AugAug | 202525 | Vidin, Bulgaria | ||||
VIDIN, BULGARIA Rocks, ruins and Balkan Beauty ACTIVE Join your Adventure Host for a bike tour around the city, OR: CLASSIC Join Guided Sightseeing to Baba Vida Fortress, followed by a Guided Tour of Belogradchik. Marvel at the remarkable rock formations on the western slopes of the Balkan Mountains, sculpted by 200 million years of natural elements, OR: DISCOVERY Discover more than two centuries of a proud family history of Bulgarian winemaking with a tour and tasting at a local winery. Here, you’ll enjoy a wine tasting in the cellars. AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO ROUSSE VIDIN-BELOGRADSHICK.jpg | |||||||
8th08 | AugAug | 202525 | Ruse, Bulgaria | ||||
ROUSSE. VELIKO TÂRNOVO & ARBANASSI EXCURSION Fortresses and Folklore ACTIVE Explore Rousse's old town by bike with your Adventure Host, OR: CLASSIC Join a full-day Guided Tour to the former Bulgarian capital of Veliko Târnovo—with its ancient stone houses clinging to the cliffs above the Yantra River. Discover one of the oldest towns in Bulgaria (circa 4300 BC), as well as the Bulgarian Revival architecture in the 15th-century town of Arbanassi, OR: CLASSIC Join a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Bulgaria’s largest inland port and visit its impressive Holy Trinity Church. Later, enjoy live entertainment on board with a Bulgarian folklore show. OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO OLTENITA VELIKO-TARNOVO.jpg | |||||||
9th09 | AugAug | 202525 | Oltenita, Romania, disembark the Avalon Expression | ||||
OLTENITA, ROMANIA (DISEMBARKATION) Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning. Flights should not leave Bucharest airport before noon. BUCHAREST-PARLIAMENT.jpg |
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Grade Code | From | To | |
E | Avalon Deluxe Stateroom (Indigo Deck Forward) | £1,951 | £1,951 |
D | Avalon Deluxe Stateroom (Indigo Deck Aft) | £1,951 | £1,951 |
Room Features
Comfort Collection Beds
Grade Code | From | To | |
B | Panorama Suite (Sapphire Deck Aft) | £2,621 | £2,621 |
A | Panorama Suite (Sapphire Deck Forward) | £2,766 | £2,766 |
P | Panorama Suite (Royal Deck) | £2,801 | £2,801 |
Room Features
Comfort Collection Beds
Grade Code | From | To | |
S | Royal Suite | £4,829 | £4,829 |
Room Features
Comfort Collection Beds
The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.
A spacious, open-seating dining room with elegant dining service and large panoramic windows is situated on the Sapphire∘ deck. With an elegantly simple design, you can enjoy a full buffet breakfast or lunch with special options for those who wish to eat lightly, and delicious four-course dinners in the evening.
AVALON FRESH
With our exclusive Avalon Fresh menu, you can take an indulgent cruise without drifting from your healthy habits. From energizing juices at breakfast to artfully crafted salads at lunch to high-protein plates at dinner, Avalon Fresh options—including vegetarian and vegan specialties—are available at every meal so you can guiltlessly partake in creative cuisine without sacrificing great taste.
Room service is available for Continental breakfast & beverages.
The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.
Guests will find a small Library onboard and guests may check out books from the ship's library free of charge.
Enjoy a quiet moment in the Club Lounge whilst enjoying a cappuccino.
The Observation Lounge on the Royal Deck, gives guests a prime view to enjoy the premium spirits.
The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.
The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.
Return flights including luggage allowance | |||
Overseas Transfers | |||
7 nights cruising on the Danube | |||
Beer, wine & soft drinks at lunch & dinner | |||
One complimentary shore excursion In every port | |||
Free Wi-Fi Included | |||
Exclusive special events | |||
Speciality wine pairing meal @ Panorama Bistro | |||
Bikes for passenger use | |||
Port Taxes and Fees | |||
ABTA and ATOL Protection* |
Fly/cruise package |
Date 2nd Aug 2025 |
Nts 7 |
Oceanview £2,100pp |
Suite £2,770pp |
Oceanview £2,399pp |
Suite £3,069pp |
Oceanview £2,399pp |
Suite £3,069pp |
Oceanview £2,399pp |
Suite £3,069pp |
Oceanview £2,399pp |
Suite £3,069pp |
Date 2nd Aug 2025 |
Nts 7 |
Oceanview £2,100pp |
Suite £2,770pp |
Oceanview £2,399pp |
Suite £3,069pp |
Oceanview £2,399pp |
Suite £3,069pp |
Oceanview £2,399pp |
Suite £3,069pp |
Oceanview £2,399pp |
Suite £3,069pp |
Oceanview staterooms from | £2,101pp | ||
E | Avalon Deluxe Stateroom (Indigo Deck Forward) | £2,101pp | |
D | Avalon Deluxe Stateroom (Indigo Deck Aft) | £2,101pp | |
Suite staterooms from | £2,771pp | ||
B | Panorama Suite (Sapphire Deck Aft) | £2,771pp | |
P | Panorama Suite (Royal Deck) | £2,951pp | |
A | Panorama Suite (Sapphire Deck Forward) | £2,916pp | |
S | Royal Suite | £4,979pp | |
Oceanview staterooms from | £2,400pp | ||
E | Avalon Deluxe Stateroom (Indigo Deck Forward) | £2,400pp | |
D | Avalon Deluxe Stateroom (Indigo Deck Aft) | £2,400pp | |
Suite staterooms from | £3,070pp | ||
B | Panorama Suite (Sapphire Deck Aft) | £3,070pp | |
P | Panorama Suite (Royal Deck) | £3,250pp | |
A | Panorama Suite (Sapphire Deck Forward) | £3,215pp | |
S | Royal Suite | £5,278pp | |
Oceanview staterooms from | £2,400pp | ||
E | Avalon Deluxe Stateroom (Indigo Deck Forward) | £2,400pp | |
D | Avalon Deluxe Stateroom (Indigo Deck Aft) | £2,400pp | |
Suite staterooms from | £3,070pp | ||
B | Panorama Suite (Sapphire Deck Aft) | £3,070pp | |
P | Panorama Suite (Royal Deck) | £3,250pp | |
A | Panorama Suite (Sapphire Deck Forward) | £3,215pp | |
S | Royal Suite | £5,278pp | |
Oceanview staterooms from | £2,400pp | ||
E | Avalon Deluxe Stateroom (Indigo Deck Forward) | £2,400pp | |
D | Avalon Deluxe Stateroom (Indigo Deck Aft) | £2,400pp | |
Suite staterooms from | £3,070pp | ||
B | Panorama Suite (Sapphire Deck Aft) | £3,070pp | |
P | Panorama Suite (Royal Deck) | £3,250pp | |
A | Panorama Suite (Sapphire Deck Forward) | £3,215pp | |
S | Royal Suite | £5,278pp | |
Oceanview staterooms from | £2,400pp | ||
E | Avalon Deluxe Stateroom (Indigo Deck Forward) | £2,400pp | |
D | Avalon Deluxe Stateroom (Indigo Deck Aft) | £2,400pp | |
Suite staterooms from | £3,070pp | ||
B | Panorama Suite (Sapphire Deck Aft) | £3,070pp | |
P | Panorama Suite (Royal Deck) | £3,250pp | |
A | Panorama Suite (Sapphire Deck Forward) | £3,215pp | |
S | Royal Suite | £5,278pp | |
Oceanview | Suite | |
(All prices are £GBP per person) | ||
Thu 22nd May 202522 May 25 | Please call for availability | |
Mon 15th Sep 202515 Sep 25 | 4,637 | |
Tue 30th Sep 202530 Sep 25 | 3,263 | 4,462 |
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