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Avalon Impression

7-Night Danube Dreams For Wine Lovers (Westbound) Cruise from Budapest

On Avalon Impression

Budapest, Hungary (Embarkation), Budapest, and Bratislava, Slovakia

Sails Tue, Nov 10, 20267 nightsCruiseOnly

One-wayBudapest, Hungary (Embarkation)Vilshofen (Disembarkation) · 8 ports

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$637 / night avg · taxes & fees included

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8 ports on this sailing.

Itinerary map — Budapest, Hungary (Embarkation) → Budapest → Bratislava, Slovakia → Vienna → Durnstein-Wachau Valley → Linz → Schlogen Oxbow-Passau, Germany → Vilshofen (Disembarkation)

Day 11
Budapest, Hungary (Embarkation)Embark
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Budapest
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Bratislava, Slovakia
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Day 44
Vienna
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Day 55
Durnstein-Wachau Valley
DÜRNSTEIN–WACHAU VALLEY A King’s Ransom and Castle RuinsACTIVE 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 YbbsACTIVE Alternatively join your Adventure Host for a bike along the river.YBBS. EXCURSION TO MELKFrescoes Above and Vineyards BelowDISCOVERY Enjoy sweet interactive experiences and tastings of local Austrian products as you visit a pastry-baking workshop and an Austrian bee farm, OR:CLASSIC Visit the Lower Austrian little town of Ybbs. 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.EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO LINZ(B,L,D)
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Linz
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Day 77
Schlogen Oxbow-Passau, Germany
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)
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Day 88
Vilshofen (Disembarkation)Disembark
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About this ship

Part of Avalon's award-winning fleet of Suite Ships, the Avalon Impression features two full decks of Panorama Suites with wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows that transform the 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.

Ports of call

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Budapest, Hungary (Embarkation)
Day 1
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Budapest, Hungary (Embarkation)
Budapest
Day 2
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Budapest
Bratislava, Slovakia
Day 3
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Bratislava, Slovakia
Vienna
Day 4
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Vienna
Durnstein-Wachau Valley
Day 5
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Durnstein-Wachau Valley
Linz
Day 6
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Linz
Schlogen Oxbow-Passau, Germany
Day 7
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Schlogen Oxbow-Passau, Germany
Vilshofen (Disembarkation)
Day 8
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Vilshofen (Disembarkation)

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Included

Main dining rooms — Traditional complimentary dining
Pools & fitness — Ship amenities vary by vessel

Extra cost

Specialty dining — Reservations and cover charges may apply
Spa & salon — Treatments at additional cost

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Ship specifications

Bars / Lounges: 6
Dining / Restaurants: 2
Fitness Center: Yes
Kids Friendly: No
Number of Crew: 47
Number of Staterooms: 83
Number of Suites: 67
Pool: Yes
Registry: Switzerland
Ship Length: 443
Year Built: 2014

Prices shown are per person, based on double occupancy, and include taxes and port fees where available. Gratuities and optional extras are not included. All fares are subject to availability and may change. Final pricing will be confirmed at time of booking.