Verified price drop 6%Avalon Waterways · Avalon Illumination

16-Night The Danube From Romania To Germany With 1 Night In Bucharest Cruise from Bucharest

BucharestVilshofenone-way
Sails
Sun, Oct 22, 2028
Ports
17
Sea days
0
Fare type
CruiseTour

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$7,847per person · taxes & fees included
$8,387save $540·$490/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 $7,847 per person today — 6% less than the usual 10-day price of $8,333, and down 6% in the last two weeks. It peaked at $8,387.

Ocean View fare, per person
Ocean View fareLowest tracked
$8,387$8,117$7,847$7,847
10 days agoToday · $7,847
vs usual 10-day price
−5.8%
usual $8,333
How today ranks
Lowest of 10 days
$7,847$8,387
Last 14 days
−6.4%
was $8,387
Off the recent high
$540
peak $8,387

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

Day by day

Your 16-night itinerary

17 ports · 17 days aboard

Day 1
Bucharest, RomaniaEmbark

· Port guide

Day 2
Bucharest

· Port guide

Day 3
Rousse, Bulgaria Veliko Tarnovo & Arbanassi Excursion

· Port guide

Day 4
Vidin

· Port guide

Day 5
Iron Gates Gorge-Golubac, Serbia Excursion To Lepenski Vir

· Port guide

Day 6
Belgrade

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Day 7
Novi Sad

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Day 8
Ilok, Croatia

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Day 9
Baja, Hungary Excursion To Pecs And Mohacs

· Port guide

Day 10
Budapest*

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Day 11
Budapest

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Day 12
Bratislava, Slovakia

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Day 13
Vienna, Austria

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Day 14
Durnstein-Wachau Valley

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Day 15
Linz

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Day 16
Schlogen Oxbow-Passau, Germany

· Port guide

Day 17
Vilshofen (Disembarkation)Disembark

· Port guide

Bucharest, Romania → Bucharest → Rousse, Bulgaria Veliko Tarnovo & Arbanassi Excursion → Vidin → Iron Gates Gorge-Golubac, Serbia Excursion To Lepenski Vir → Belgrade → Novi Sad → Ilok, Croatia → Baja, Hungary Excursion To Pecs And Mohacs → Budapest*
17 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. Size: 172 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

    What's in this price?
    Cruise fare
    $11,805
    Taxes
    $540
    Total per person
    $12,345
  • 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
    $7,307
    Taxes
    $540
    Total per person
    $7,847

Your ship

Avalon Illumination

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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restaurants
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bars & lounges
Avalon Illumination

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. 

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

Sun, Oct 22, 2028

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$7,847pp

$8,387Save $540

$490 / night avg

Including taxes & port fees

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