Avalon Illumination

8-Night The Danube From Romania To Budapest Cruise from oltenita

On Avalon Illumination

Oltenita, Romania (Embarkation), Rousse, Bulgaria Veliko Tarnovo & Arbanassi Excursion, and Vidin

Sails Mon, Apr 12, 20278 nightsCruiseOnly
One-wayOltenita, Romania (Embarkation)Budapest (Disembarkation) · 9 ports

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$5,425pp

$678 / night avg · taxes & fees included


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Your 8-night itinerary

9 ports on this sailing.

Itinerary map
Oltenita, Romania (Embarkation) → Rousse, Bulgaria Veliko Tarnovo & Arbanassi Excursion → Vidin → Iron Gates Gorge-Golubac, Serbia Excursion To Lepenski Vir → Belgrade → Novi Sad → Ilok, Croatia → Mohacs, Hungary Excursion To Pecs → Budapest (Disembarkation)
  1. Day 11
    Oltenita, Romania (Embarkation)Embark
    Sailings from Oltenita
  2. Day 22
    Rousse, Bulgaria Veliko Tarnovo & Arbanassi Excursion

    ROUSSE, BULGARIA. VELIKO TÂRNOVO & ARBANASSI EXCURSION Fortresses and Fountains in “Little Vienna” ACTIVE Join a bike tour in Rousse with your Avalon Adventure Host, OR:CLASSIC Join a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Bulgaria’s largest inland port and visit its impressive Holy Trinity Church. Later, enjoy a short scenic drive to explore the rock-hewn churches of Ivanovo, a UNESCO World Heritage, 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 Bulgarian Revival architecture in the 15th-century town of Arbanassi. Sail to Svistov or join your ship there if you opted for the full-day tour.EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO VIDIN(B,L,D)

    Cruises visiting Rousse
  3. Day 33
  4. Day 44
    Iron Gates Gorge-Golubac, Serbia Excursion To Lepenski Vir

    IRON GATES GORGE–GOLUBAČ, SERBIA. EXCURSION TO LEPENSKI VIR Ancient Artifacts and the Iron Gates This morning, you’ll sail through the spectacular and narrow Iron Gates Gorge—forming a natural border between Serbia and Romania. CLASSIC Join a Guided Tour to Lepenski Vir—an important Mesolithic archaeological site chronicling prehistoric cultures, settlements, and art. Marvel at the ancient discoveries and artifacts, as well as the unique views the site affords of the Danube Gorge. Continue to the Fortress of Golubač, one of the best-preserved medieval fortresses in Europe.OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BELGRADE(B,L,D)

    Cruises visiting Iron Gates Gorge-Golubac
  5. Day 55
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  8. Day 88
    Mohacs, Hungary Excursion To Pecs

    MOHÁCS, HUNGARY. EXCURSION TO PÉCS Underground Tombs and Heavenly MusicCLASSIC Join a morning Guided Sightseeing Tour of Mohács—the quiet Danube harbor town with its historical memorial parks, statues, and distinctive churches. Tour the remarkable medieval St. Nicholas Watermill—one of only a few remaining watermills performing stone-ground grain processing, OR:CLASSIC Take a Guided Tour to nearby Pécs to see its 4th-century Christian underground tombs, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with fascinating murals. You’ll also enjoy an organ concert on your tour.AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BUDAPEST(B,L,D)

    Cruises visiting Mohacs
  9. Day 99
    Budapest (Disembarkation)Disembark
    Sailings from Budapest (Disembarkation)

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    $7,824$978 / night
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    Ocean View

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    $5,425$678 / night

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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. 

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

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  • 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
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.

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