17-Night Avalon Danube River Cruise
18 Day River Cruise: Enchanted Europe Beer Theme with Two Nights in Budapest
Board your Avalon Suite Ship® after enjoying two nights in Budapest, the “Pearl of the Danube.” Your Danube River cruise embarks with an overnight cruise to Vienna, followed by Krems and Melk in Austria’s beautiful Wachau Valley. Cruise from Austria to Germany as you sail to Passau, then the Bavarian city of Regensburg to see the 12th-century Old Town Hall. For beer enthusiasts, a knowledgeable Beer Expert joins the second portion of your cruise to host lectures, beer tasting, and food-and-beer-pairings for an authentic German and France River cruise experience. Cruise to Nuremberg to choose a guided tour of Roth, Nuremberg city sightseeing, or a tour of the notorious Nuremberg Rally Grounds of WWII. In the afternoon, enjoy a hop garden tour while tasting also a local beer.
Save up to $5,000 on select 2027 or up to $3,000 on select 2026 Europe River cruises per double occupancy when you book by April 30, 2026* Receive our exclusive extra amenity of one complimentary pre or post cruise night OR $300 per stateroom*
Ship: Avalon Imagery II | Cruise Line: Avalon River Cruise | Sail Date: October 13, 2027 | From/To: Budapest to Basel| Length: 17-Nights
Deluxe stateroom category D from
$8,137
Per person including taxes and fees
Panorama Suite category B from
$12,207
Per person including taxes and fees
Panorama Suite category A from
$12,421
Per person including taxes and fees
Panorama Suite category P from
$12,528
Per person including taxes and fees
From Nuremburg, join a full-day excursion to Munich before sailing to Frankfurt for guided sightseeing. Later enjoy a local beer tour. Next, cruise to Rüdesheim and through the magnificent Rhine Gorge. Your European river cruise stops in splendid Strasbourg, France, with its Gothic cathedral towering above its stained glass and murals, before cruising to Breisach, Germany—gateway to the magical Black Forest. Enjoy a day of storybook surroundings, sumptuous bakery specialties (such as Black Forest Cake), and a glimpse into generations of authentic Bavarian life. Your river cruise on the Danube, Rhine, and Main Rivers concludes in Basel, Switzerland.
Avalon Suite Fleet:
- Complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi (Standard Wi-Fi where available in Asia)
- Panoramic windows throughout the ship
- Elegant, contemporary design & decor
- Friendly, English-speaking crew & Cruise Director
- Sky Deck with whirlpool, shade awnings, game area and premium lounges
- Covered Observation Lounge
- Club Lounge with 24-hour self-serve beverage station with complimentary cappuccinos, lattes, tea, hot chocolate & premium coffees, as well as treats throughout the day
- Elevator
- Non-smoking interior and staterooms
Fitness & Wellness:
- Active shore excursions, both included and optional
- Fitness Center
- Avalon Adventure Center
Your place for active gear* and activities through your Avalon Adventure HostSM, including:- Bikes
- Maps for hiking, biking and jogging routes
- Canoe and kayak excursions
- Fitbits®
- Walking Sticks
- Binoculars
- Daypacks
- Yoga Mats
- Fitness bands
*Personal-use bikes and watercraft not available on Avalon AlegriaSM
Dining:
- Chef-prepared onboard meals with regional cuisine and familiar favorites
- Seasonal cuisine featuring the freshest local ingredients
- Avalon Fresh® healthy cuisine options at every meal
- Spacious, open-seating Panorama Dining Room
- Daily breakfast buffet with full range of classic breakfast items, healthy Avalon Fresh® options and daily a la carte specials
- Complimentary room service for Continental breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Daily lunch buffet featuring regional specialties, classic dishes, healthy Avalon Fresh® options and rotating chef’s features including carving & pasta stations. Alternatively, you may dine al fresco at our Sky Grill on the Sky Deck (weather and itinerary permitting) or enjoy a light lunch in the Panorama Lounge.
- Afternoon Tea featuring tea, coffee, and sweet treats
- Four-course dinners with choice of appetizers, soups, salads, entrées and desserts or cheese
- Linger over several selections from the Panorama Bistro's tasting menu for a less formal "sit-down" atmosphere
- Complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks with lunch and dinner
- Avalon FlexDining® flexible dining times with menu & venue options
- Vegetarian options at every meal, as well as vegan, low calorie, low fat, high fiber, low cholesterol, high energy and allergy-free selections
- Panorama Lounge & Bar with premium spirits, cozy seating, panoramic windows & dance floor
- Welcome & farewell cocktails with sparkling wine & canapés
- Included Happy Hour every evening featuring house beer, wine, cocktails and a drink of the day
- Cocktails with a view on the Sky Deck
- Specialty coffees, espresso drinks and beWell Essence flavored and infused water available throughout each day
| Date | Day | Port | Arrive | Depart |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct. 13, 2027 | Wed. | Budapest, Hungary | ||
| Oct. 14, 2027 | Thurs. | Budapest, Hungary | ||
| Oct. 15, 2027 | Fri. | Budapest, Hungary | Afternoon | |
| Oct. 16, 2027 | Sat. | Vienna, Austria | Morning | Evening |
| Oct. 17, 2027 | Sun. | Vienna, Austria | Morning | Evening |
| Oct. 18, 2027 | Mon. | Krems-Wachau Valley | Morning | Evening |
| Oct. 19, 2027 | Tues. | Passau, Germany | Morning | Evening |
| Oct. 20, 2027 | Wed. | Regensburg, Germany | Morning | Evening |
| Oct. 21, 2027 | Thurs. | Roth Excursion To Nuremberg | Morning | Evening |
| Oct. 22, 2027 | Fri. | Nuremburg, Excursion to Munich | Morning | Evening |
| Oct. 23, 2027 | Sat. | Bamberg | Morning | Evening |
| Oct. 24, 2027 | Sun. | Wurzburg | Morning | Evening |
| Oct. 25, 2027 | Mon. | Wertheim | Morning | Evening |
| Oct. 26, 2027 | Tues. | Frankfurt Excursion To Seligenstadt | Morning | Evening |
| Oct. 27, 2027 | Wed. | Boppard | Morning | Evening |
| Oct. 28, 2027 | Thurs. | Kehl Excursion To Strasbourg, France | Morning | Evening |
| Oct. 29, 2027 | Fri. | Breisach, Germany Excursion To Black Forest | Morning | Evening |
| Oct. 30, 2027 | Sat. | Basel, Switzerland, Disembarkation | Morning |
If image is everything, the Avalon Imagery II is the real thing. The Avalon Imagery II embodies all of Avalon's outstanding traditions to deliver exceptional cruise experiences and service. Passengers can choose from two full decks of Panorama Suites, featuring wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows that transform the living space into river cruising's only Open-Air Balcony. At a spacious 200 square feet, our Panorama Suites are more than 30% larger than the industry standard, affording the incomparable opportunity to awaken each morning with Europe's splendid scenery at your feet. Onboard amenities include complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi access, Fitness Center, elevator, alternative light menu options in the Panorama Bistro or al fresco grill lunch at the Sky Bistro. Relax to your heart's content on the expansive Sky Deck's premium lounge chairs, take a dip in the whirlpool, get cool in the shade on deck, and play deck games too! Your image just got a lot more relaxed.
*Prices are in USD per person based on double occupancy, availability and subject to change without notice. All cruise taxes, fees and port charges are included in the pricing. All promotions are capacity controlled by Avalon, Globus Family of Brands and can be eliminated at any time without notice. All savings are on select sailing itineraries and dates with a fare code for each separate discount amount. Rhine & Rhone Reveled voyage number is WALE61027T. Exclusive Amenity is based on double occupancy. Enchanted Europe for Beer Enthusiasts with 2 nights in Budapest code is WBZQ. Other restrictions may apply. Ships’ registry: Switzerland, Germany, Vietnam
