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Verified price drop 5%Avalon Waterways · Avalon Expression

12-Night The Danube From Romania To Budapest With 1 Night In Bucharest, 2 Nights In Transylvania & 1 Night In Budapest Cruise from Bucharest

BucharestBudapestone-way
Sails
Tue, May 23, 2028
Ports
13
Sea days
0
Fare type
CruiseTour

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$5,935per person · taxes & fees included
$6,223save $288·$495/night
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Price history10 days tracked · checked daily

Today's fare is the lowest we've tracked in 10 days.

Ocean View is $5,935 per person today — 4% less than the usual 10-day price of $6,194, and down 5% in the last two weeks. It peaked at $6,223.

Ocean View fare, per person
Ocean View fareLowest tracked
$6,223$6,079$5,935$5,935
10 days agoToday · $5,935
vs usual 10-day price
−4.2%
usual $6,194
How today ranks
Lowest of 10 days
$5,935$6,223
Last 14 days
−4.6%
was $6,223
Off the recent high
−$288
peak $6,223

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

Day by day

Your 12-night itinerary

13 ports · 13 days aboard

Day 1
Bucharest, RomaniaEmbark

· Port guide

Day 2
Bucharest-Sinaia-Brasov

· Port guide

Day 3
Brasov

· Port guide

Day 4
Brasov-Bucharest-Oltenita (Embarkation)

· Port guide

Day 5
Rousse, Bulgaria Veliko Tarnovo & Arbanassi Excursion

· Port guide

Day 6
Vidin

· Port guide

Day 7
Iron Gates Gorge-Golubac, Serbia Excursion To Lepenski Vir

· Port guide

Day 8
Belgrade

· Port guide

Day 9
Novi Sad

· Port guide

Day 10
Ilok, Croatia

· Port guide

Day 11
Baja, Hungary Excursion To Pecs And Mohacs

· Port guide

Day 12
Budapest (Disembarkation)

· Port guide

Day 13
BudapestDisembark

· Port guide

Bucharest, Romania → Bucharest-Sinaia-Brasov → Brasov → Brasov-Bucharest-Oltenita (Embarkation) → Rousse, Bulgaria Veliko Tarnovo & Arbanassi Excursion → Vidin → Iron Gates Gorge-Golubac, Serbia Excursion To Lepenski Vir → Belgrade → Novi Sad → Ilok, Croatia
13 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, Sofa, Coffee table. Size: 258 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 • Marble countertops in bathroom

    What's in this price?
    Cruise fare
    $8,046
    Taxes
    $288
    Total per person
    $8,334

  • Size: 172 sq. ft. Stateroom Amenities: Two windows • 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
    $5,647
    Taxes
    $288
    Total per person
    $5,935
Continue with Ocean View — $5,935 ppPer person, double occupancy. Taxes & port fees included.

Your ship

Avalon Expression

Part of Avalon's award-winning fleet of Suite Ships, the Avalon Expression 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.

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restaurants
6
bars & lounges
Avalon Expression

About this ship

Part of Avalon's award-winning fleet of Suite Ships, the Avalon Expression 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.

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

Tue, May 23, 2028

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