Avalon Waterways · Avalon Illumination

11-Night Christmastime On The Blue Danube Discovery With 2 Nights In Budapest And 2 Nights In Prague Cruise from Budapest

BudapestPragueone-way
Sails
Fri, Dec 4, 2026
Ports
12
Sea days
0
Fare type
CruiseTour

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$7,918per person · taxes & fees included
$720/night

Stateroom
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Price history16 days tracked · checked daily

We track this sailing's fares every day.

Suite is $7,918 per person today — 0% less than the usual 16-day price of $7,932, and down 1% in the last two weeks. It peaked at $7,968.

Suite fare, per person
Suite fareLowest tracked
$7,968$7,828$7,687$7,687$7,918
16 days agoToday · $7,918
vs usual 16-day price
−0.2%
usual $7,932
How today ranks
13th-lowest of 16 days
$7,687$7,968
Last 14 days
−0.6%
was $7,968
Off the recent high
$50
peak $7,968

Based on our own daily price checks — fare movement only, not a prediction and not cabin availability. How we verify

Day by day

Your 11-night itinerary

12 ports · 12 days aboard

Day 1
Budapest, HungaryEmbark

· Port guide

Day 2
Budapest

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Day 3
Budapest (Embarkation)

· Port guide

Day 4
Vienna, Austria

· Port guide

Day 5
Vienna

· Port guide

Day 6
Krems-Wachau Valley

· Port guide

Day 7
Passau, Germany

· Port guide

Day 8
Regensburg

· Port guide

Day 9
Roth Excursion To Nuremberg

· Port guide

Day 10
Nuremberg (Disembarkation)-Prague, Czech Republic

· Port guide

Day 11
Prague

· Port guide

Day 12
PragueDisembark

· Port guide

Budapest, Hungary → Budapest → Budapest (Embarkation) → Vienna, Austria → Vienna → Krems-Wachau Valley → Passau, Germany → Regensburg → Roth Excursion To Nuremberg → Nuremberg (Disembarkation)-Prague, Czech Republic
12 portsOne-way

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  • Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door with French Balcony, Full shower with glass door, Writing desk, Vanity, Bed, Sink, Toilet. Size: 172 sq. ft. Stateroom Amenities: • Comfort Collection by Avalon • Deluxe beds with premium mattress covers • Egyptian super-combed cotton linens • European-style duvets • Choice of soft or firm pillows • Extra blankets • Choice of bed configuration • Nightly turn-down service • Bedside tables with reading lamps • Hairdryer • L'Occitane bath amenities • Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage • Easy under-bed luggage storage • Flatscreen satellite TV with movie channels • Alarm clock • Direct-dial telephone • Bathrobes & slippers • Well-stocked minibar • Complimentary bottled water • In-room safe • Individual climate control • Modern Finishings • Large mirror in bathroom

    What's in this price?
    Cruise fare
    $7,687
    Port charges
    $231
    Total per person
    $7,918
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Your ship

Avalon Illumination

The Avalon Illumination truly shines on Europe's rivers. Onboard amenities include an alternative light dining option in the Panorama Bistro, a Fitness Center, complimentary Starlink 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. 

2
restaurants
6
bars & lounges
Avalon Illumination

About this ship

The Avalon Illumination truly shines on Europe's rivers. Onboard amenities include an alternative light dining option in the Panorama Bistro, a Fitness Center, complimentary Starlink 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. 

What your fare covers

Included, and what costs extra

In your fare
  • Main dining roomsTraditional complimentary dining
  • Pools & fitnessShip amenities vary by vessel
Extra cost
  • Specialty diningReservations and cover charges may apply
  • Spa & salonTreatments at additional cost

Before you book

Cruise line policies

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Cancellation

Cancellation By GuestLast updated: March 9, 2026.

Charges in the event of a cancellation:

Final Payment Date – 30 days
50%
29 – 1 days
80%
Day of departure or later
100%
Gratuities

Gratuities for your Cruise Director, Local Hosts, Local Guides, driver, and ship's crew are not included in the vacation price (unless otherwise noted in the specific pricing details) and are discretionary.

Pregnancy

Avalon does not have specialized facilities and/or treatments required for childbirth, prenatal, or early infant care on board its cruise ships, nor may those facilities be available at ports of call or on land stays. Avalon strongly urges pregnant passengers to consider the risks of traveling where necessary medical care for pregnancy may not be available and may not be reachable in a timely manner to address pot…

Children & infants

Passengers who are under 18 years old on the departure date must be accompanied by an adult throughout the vacation, and are requested to share an adult's accommodation. There are no connecting staterooms on Avalon Waterways. Children under 8 years of age are not recommended on any Avalon vacation. There are no child minded facilities or tours for children under 8 years old.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed on transportation that is exclusively provided by Avalon. On cruise ships, smoking is restricted to certain areas of the vessel. Smoking includes cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, e-cigars or any other smoking device.

The fine print

Ship specifications

Prices are per person (double occupancy) and include taxes and port fees when available. Gratuities and optional extras are separate. Fares can change until you book — we'll confirm the final total at checkout.

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Sail date

Fri, Dec 4, 2026

Suite

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$7,918pp

$720 / night avg

Including taxes & port fees

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