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8 Night Oltenita, Romania (Embarkation) Cruise on Avalon Passion

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

8 nightsSun, Sep 13, 2026Avalon PassionCruiseOnly
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Quick facts

  • Duration8 nights
  • DepartsSun, Sep 13, 2026
  • ReturnsMon, Sep 21, 2026
  • Departure portOltenita, Romania (Disembarkation)-Bucharest
  • TypeCruiseOnly
  • ShipAvalon Passion

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  1. Day 1 — Oltenita, Romania (Embarkation)

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    OLTENITA, ROMANIA (EMBARKATION) Your Balkan Adventure Begins Flights into Bucharest must arrive by 2 pm. Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm.Explore your Avalon Suite Ship® this evening and enjoy a dinner onboard. EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO ROUSSE(D)

  2. Day 2 — Rousse, Bulgaria Veliko Tarnovo & Arbanassi Excursion

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    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)

  3. Day 3 — Vidin

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    VIDIN Rocks, Ruins, and Balkan Beauty Ask about today’s energizing or relaxing Adventure Host activities.ACTIVE Wander and discover this town, join your Adventure Host for a bike ride, OR:CLASSIC Join a Guided Tour of Belogradchik. See the remarkable rock formations on the slopes of the Balkan Mountains, sculpted by 200 million years of nature’s elements. Then, visit the mighty Baba Vida Fortress in nearby Vidin.This evening, enjoy live entertainment on board with a Bulgarian folklore show.OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO DONJI MILANOVAC(B,L,D)

  4. Day 4 — Iron Gates Gorge-Golubac, Serbia Excursion To Lepenski Vir

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    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)

  5. Day 5 — Belgrade

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    BELGRADE Fortresses and FolkloreJoin your Adventure Host for today’s special activities.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. You may choose to join an Optional Guided Biking tour or spend free time in Belgrade exploring Knez Mihailova Street—Belgrade’s central pedestrian thoroughfare with many lively cafés, shops, and cultural spots. DISCOVERY Attend an onboard Lecture to learn about the rich history, destinations, and culture of the Balkan states.OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO NOVI SAD(B,L,D)

  6. Day 6 — Novi Sad

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    NOVI SAD A Capital of CultureCLASSIC 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 walking tour in Novi Sad along the narrow streets that climb slowly to the top of the hill above the city to Petrovaradin Fortress, OR:DISCOVERY Experience the sweet life in Serbia with a visit and tasting at the Museum of Beekeeping and Živanović Wine Cellar in Sremski Karlovci.OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO ILOK (B,L,D)

  7. Day 7 — Ilok, Croatia

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    ILOK, CROATIA Croatian Heritage and Hilltop VintagesDISCOVERY Take a walking tour of Ilok with a wine tasting in a local cellar with stories of Croatian tradition.Enjoy a short sailing to Vukovar during lunchtimeVUKOVAR, CROATIAThe Heroic Town on the DanubeCLASSIC Enjoy a walking tour of Vukovar, the city the largest river port in Croatia.This evening, enjoy live entertainment on board.OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO MOHÁCS(B,L,D)

  8. Day 8 — Mohacs, Hungary Excursion To Pecs

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    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)

  9. Day 9 — Budapest (Disembarkation)

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    BUDAPEST (DISEMBARKATION) Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning.Flights should not leave Budapest airport before 8 am.(B)

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About this ship

The Avalon Passion was christened to reflect a deep passion for Suite Ships. Gracing Europe's waterways with style and relaxed luxury, the Avalon Passion lives up to its name. Guests experience this passion for new discoveries aboard a home-away-from-home, featuring two full decks of Panorama Suites with wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows that create river cruising's only Open-Air Balcony. Spanning 200 square feet, the Panorama Suites are 30% larger than the industry standard, providing the perfect spot to stretch out on a window-facing Comfort Collection bed with the world at your feet. Host a private cocktail party in the spacious sitting area, comfortably accommodating six guests. On board, enjoy complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi, computer use in public areas, a Fitness Center with state-of-the-art equipment, an elevator, and an expansive Sky Deck with a shade system, premium lounge chairs, a whirlpool, deck games, and the delightful Sky Bistro for al fresco lunches of light grill fare. Pack your passions and cruise your way on the Avalon Passion.

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Included

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

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  • Bars & Lounges Bar with premium spirits, cozy seating, panoramic windows
  • Bistro Bistro.
  • 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
4
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
2016

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May 12$7,898$987
May 11N/AN/A

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.