Verified price drop 5%Avalon Waterways · Avalon Illumination

24-Night Iconic Rivers Of Europe - The Rhine, Main & Danube With 1 Night In Bucharest And 2 Nights In Transylvania Cruise from Amsterdam

AmsterdamBucharestone-way
Sails
Sun, Sep 17, 2028
Ports
25
Sea days
0
Fare type
CruiseTour

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$13,023per person · taxes & fees included
$13,779save $756·$543/night

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Price history11 days tracked · checked daily

Today's fare is the lowest we've tracked in 11 days.

Ocean View is $13,023 per person today — 5% less than the usual 11-day price of $13,710, and down 5% in the last two weeks. It peaked at $13,779.

Ocean View fare, per person
Ocean View fareLowest tracked
$13,779$13,401$13,023$13,023
11 days agoToday · $13,023
vs usual 11-day price
−5.0%
usual $13,710
How today ranks
Lowest of 11 days
$13,023$13,779
Last 14 days
−5.5%
was $13,779
Off the recent high
$756
peak $13,779

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

Day by day

Your 24-night itinerary

25 ports · 25 days aboard

Day 1
Amsterdam, The Netherlands (Embarkation)Embark

· Port guide

Day 2
Amsterdam

· Port guide

Day 3
Cologne, Germany

· Port guide

Day 4
Rhine Gorge-Rudesheim

· Port guide

Day 5
Miltenberg

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Day 6
Wurzburg

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Day 7
Volkach

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Day 8
Bamberg

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Day 9
Nuremberg

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Day 10
Regensburg

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Day 11
Passau

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Day 12
Melk-Wachau Valley

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Day 13
Vienna

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Day 14
Budapest, Hungary

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Day 15
Budapest

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Day 16
Vukovar

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Day 17
Novi Sad, Serbia

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Day 18
Belgrade

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Day 19
Golubac-Donji Milanovac Excursion To Lepenski Vir-Iron Gates Gorge

· Port guide

Day 20
Vidin, Bulgaria

· Port guide

Day 21
Rousse Veliko Tarnovo & Arbanassi Excursion

· Port guide

Day 22
Oltenita, Romania (Disembarkation)-Bucharest

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Day 23
Brasov

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Day 24
Brasov-Sinaia-Bucharest

· Port guide

Day 25
BucharestDisembark

· Port guide

Amsterdam, The Netherlands (Embarkation) → Amsterdam → Cologne, Germany → Rhine Gorge-Rudesheim → Miltenberg → Wurzburg → Volkach → Bamberg → Nuremberg → Regensburg
25 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
    $17,465
    Taxes
    $756
    Total per person
    $18,221
  • 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
    $12,267
    Taxes
    $756
    Total per person
    $13,023

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. 

2
restaurants
6
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, Sep 17, 2028

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$13,023pp

$13,779Save $756

$543 / night avg

Including taxes & port fees

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