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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.

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Avalon Illumination

5-Night Danube Symphony (Eastbound) Cruise from Vilshofen

On Avalon Illumination

Vilshofen, Germany (Embarkation), Linz, Austria, and Ybbs-Wachau Valley

Sails Thu, May 27, 20275 nightsCruiseOnly

One-wayVilshofen, Germany (Embarkation)Budapest, Hungary (Disembarkation) · 6 ports

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$3,154

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$3,459

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Your 5-night itinerary

6 ports on this sailing.

Itinerary map — Vilshofen, Germany (Embarkation) → Linz, Austria → Ybbs-Wachau Valley → Vienna → Bratislava, Slovakia → Budapest, Hungary (Disembarkation)

Day 11
Vilshofen, Germany (Embarkation)Embark
Sailings from Vilshofen
Day 22
Linz, Austria
Cruises visiting Linz
Day 33
Ybbs-Wachau Valley
YBBS–WACHAU VALLEY An Ancient Village and Vintages of the Wachau ValleyDISCOVERY Enjoy sweet interactive experiences and tastings of local Austrian products as you visit a pastry-baking workshop and an Austrian bee farm, OR:DISCOVERY Join a guided visit to two family-owned farms and discover how they produce delicious traditional specialties and products, OR:CLASSIC Walk through the doors of Austrian history with a guided sightseeing tour of Artstetten Castle.Relax on board and enjoy the picturesque Wachau Valley scenery as you cruise to Krems.KREMSAn Ancient Village and Vintages of the Wachau ValleyACTIVE Experience Wachau valley by bike with your Adventure Host, OR: DISCOVERY Enjoy a Guided Visit to a vineyard or apricot orchard to try your hand at harvesting practices and preparing local specialties, OR:CLASSIC Join a Guided Walk to explore this small valley town, seemingly untouched by the new world.Later, enjoy live entertainment on board.OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO VIENNA(B,L,D)
Cruises visiting Ybbs-Wachau Valley
Day 44
Vienna
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Day 55
Bratislava, Slovakia
Cruises visiting Bratislava
Day 66
Budapest, Hungary (Disembarkation)Disembark
Sailings from Budapest

Cabins & suites

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$4,834$967 / night
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Ocean View
$3,334$667 / night

Ship experience

Onboard dining, entertainment, and venues

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. 

Ports of call

Where you stop and how long you stay

Vilshofen, Germany (Embarkation)
Day 1
Sailings from Vilshofen
Vilshofen, Germany (Embarkation)
Linz, Austria
Day 2
Cruises visiting Linz
Linz, Austria
Ybbs-Wachau Valley
Day 3
Cruises visiting Ybbs-Wachau Valley
Ybbs-Wachau Valley
Vienna
Day 4
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Vienna
Bratislava, Slovakia
Day 5
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Bratislava, Slovakia
Budapest, Hungary (Disembarkation)
Day 6
Sailings from Budapest
Budapest, Hungary (Disembarkation)

What's included & extra

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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

Policies & FAQ

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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
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.