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Exclusive River Cruise Discovery Bucharest, Budapest & Prague

16 Day Fly, Stay & River Cruise Holiday with Including City Stays, Daily Happy Hour Onboard, First-rate Service Onboard & More

  • Low Deposit From $999*pp
  • Avalon Waterways
  • Sail | September 2027

Offer Ends 31st October 2026

Set Sail on 24 September 2027

Product Code: AH-41164

Exclusive River Cruise Discovery Bucharest, Budapest & Prague

16 Day Fly, Stay & River Cruise Holiday with Including City Stays, Daily Happy Hour Onboard, First-rate Service Onboard & More

  • Low Deposit From $999*pp
  • Avalon Waterways
  • Sail | September 2027

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Economy flights to Bucharest, returning from Prague

2 Night hotel stay to explore the city of Bucharest at your leisure
Transfer from hotel to port

Explore the storybook scenes of the Danube on a 12 day relaxed luxury river cruise from Romania to Vienna in a Deluxe Stateroom

Enjoy more onshore adventures with an overnight stay onboard in Budapest to enjoy Avalon’s After Dark program

Winding through several beautiful and historic countries, a Danube river cruise offers views of the Old World unlike anywhere else. The Danube flows through four of Europe’s most lively capital cities, many of which are renowned for their classical music heritage. As you pass hillside vineyards, ancient villages, clifftop castles and other-worldly forests, the Danube will leave you enchanted.

  • Savour the tastes of each destination along your route with locally sourced, regionally inspired dining across flexible onboard venues, ranging from sumptuous four-course dinners to breezy al fresco lunches and picnic baskets to go
  • Pair each meal with a selection of regional wine and beer, along with soft drink options and mimosa at breakfast
  •  Toast to daily happy hour onboard, featuring cocktails and house beer and wine
  • Feast under the stars during Sky Deck Soirées, offering open-air dining and an expanded menu of cocktails
  • Discover every destination, your way, with up to 20 daily onshore excursions, with three styles to choose from: Active (for the mover) Discovery (for the doer) and Classic (for the dreamer)
  • Immerse in Avalon After Dark experiences, encompassing dedicated entertainment, dinners under the stars, nighttime port adventures and more
  • Stay connected during your sailing with complimentary onboard wifi
  • Enjoy first-rate service onboard and ashore without worry, with prepaid gratuities included
  • Spend less at sea with onboard port taxes and charges included in your fare

Scenic Rail Journey from Vienna to Prague
2 Night hotel stay to explore the city of Prague at your leisure

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Bucharest, Romania

Welcome to Bucharest, the ‘Paris of the East’. Romania’s hip capital is a city of contrasts, blending Belle Epoque architecture with utilitarian communist-era blocks. Learn more about Romania’s storied past at the Palace of Parliament, wander the cobbled alleyways of Lipscani and relax in the sun at one of Bucharest’s many parks. Enjoy a 2-night hotel stay to explore this incredible city.

 
Bucharest, Romania

Embark your 12 day Danube River cruise from Bucharest onboard Avalon Waterways today.

 
Rousse - Veliko Tarnovo & Arbanassi, Bulgaria

Welcome to Rousse. With its beautiful Belle Epoque architecture and lush green spaces, this charming town has been deemed the ‘Small Vienna’. Discover Bulgaria’s Roman past at the Sexaginta Prista Roman Fortress or embark on a day trip to the former Bulgarian capital of Veliko Tarnovo and the 15th-century town of Arbanassi.

 
Vidin, Bulgaria

Welcome to Vidin. As one of Bulgaria’s oldest towns, Vidin is the place to visit if you’re interested in the architectural relics of the nation’s historic empires. Baba Vida Fortress is the best-preserved medieval castle in the country, where you can see incredible views across the Danube. Nearby is the small town of Belogradchik, famed for its formidable ancient fortress and incredible rock formations.

 
Donji Milanovac - Iron Gates Gorge & Lepenski Vir, Serbia

Cruise through the dramatic splendour of the Iron Gates Gorge, at the heart of Serbia’s Djerdap National Park, keeping an eye peeled for deer and wild boar. Later, head to Lepenski Vir, one of the most important archaeological sites in Europe. Dating back to 9,500 BC, Lepenski Vir consists of a series of Mesolithic villages located on a high terrace overlooking the Danube.

 
Belgrade, Serbia

Welcome to Belgrade. The ‘White City’ is a reflection of Serbia’s storied past, blending Habsburg and Ottoman architectural relics with grids of socialist-era blocks. Take a stroll through Kalemegdan Park, explore the imposing Belgrade Fortress, admire the Orthodox architecture of Saint Sava and uncover the nation’s tumultuous history at the Museum of Yugoslavia.

 
Novi Sad, Serbia

Welcome to Novi Sad. This vibrant city is teeming with bustling pedestrian laneways, colourful buildings and café-lined squares. Novi Sad’s finest architecture can be found at Freedom Square, while Petrovaradin Fortress is one of Serbia’s most impressive monuments and a must-see during your visit.

 
Ilok, Croatia

Welcome to Ilok. Set atop the Danube River, this charming eastern Croatian town is celebrated for its medieval fortress and renowned wine cellars. It’s the perfect place to stroll along peaceful riverbanks, taste iconic Traminer wines and explore heritage sites that reveal long-standing cultural traditions.

 
Mohacs - Pecs, Hungary

Welcome to Mohacs. Here you can relive the watershed moment when the Hungarian army was defeated by the Turks in 1526 at the Historical Memorial Park. Don’t miss a visit to the nearby city of Pecs, where you can explore 4th-century Christian underground tombs, murals and Turkish architecture.

 
Budapest, Hungary - Overnight Onboard

Welcome to Budapest, the classically stunning capital of Hungary. Journey up Castle Hill to Buda’s Old Town, where the countless museums trace city life from Roman times onward. Don’t miss Trinity Square, home to the 13th century Matthias Church and the fairy tale turrets of the Fisherman’s Bastion. Enjoy an onboard overnight stay to explore this amazing city.

 
Bratislava, Slovakia

Welcome to Bratislava! This Central European city is full of character and beloved for its folk culture, history, and lively dining scene. Must-sees on your stay in Bratislava include the Gothic old town, the storybook Bratislava Castle, and the whimsical Blue Church.

 
Prague, Czech Republic

Disembark Avalon Waterways in Vienna and take a scenic rail journey to Prague today. Welcome to Prague! This enchanting city is straight out of a storybook, with a maze of cobblestoned lanes to explore. Discover Prague Castle, walk the famous Charles Bridge, trace history at the Jewish Quarter and marvel at the beauty of Old Town Square. Finish the day by treating yourself to a delicious Trdelník or cool glass of Pilsner. Enjoy a 2-night hotel stay to explore this exciting city.

 
Prague, Czech Republic

Farewell Prague today as you board your flight home, or ask us about our flexible flights & extend your stay.

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Price based on cruise sail date 24 September 2027

Price based on departing from Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney

Based on Deluxe Stateroom (D)view stateroom

Upgrade to Panorama Suite (B) from $1999 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Panorama Suite (A) from $2299 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Panorama Suite (P) from $2799 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Royal Suite (S) from $4299 per personview stateroom

Important Information

Prices are per person twin share in AUD, and subject to availability and currency fluctuations. Pricing is subject to change until reservation is confirmed. Please note – Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions are subject to change and availability. Seasonal and/or flight routing surcharges may apply. Flights may not be direct or operate daily. Disruptions to cruising and itinerary may occur.

Important – if your cruise holiday package is made up of consecutive back to back sailings, there is a chance that you may be allocated different cabin numbers on each voyage and may be required to change cabins throughout your journey.

Please note: upgrade amounts advertised may be based on lead in obstructed view staterooms.

Please note: onboard benefits valued at has been converted into Australian Dollars from the onboard currency. Details of the onboard currency can be provided by your consultant at the time of enquiry. Shore excursions and other items such as alcoholic beverages & laundry are an additional cost. Should onboard gratuities or hotel service charges not already be included in your package, these are mandatory and charged by the cruise line to your onboard account on a day by day basis. Itineraries are subject to change at any time without notice.

Due to security reasons, all guests must be on board 2 hours before sailing.
Disembarkation usually begins 2 hours after docking.

Please note: Flight deviations requested by the traveller incur a fee of $150AUD per person plus any additional airfare and or tax charges. These will be advised by our ALDI Holidays Consultant or Air Ticketing Department at the time of selecting your flights

Please note: many hotels charge a nominal daily City Tourist Tax which is utilised locally for tourism-related purposes and to improve the local infrastructure in the area. This tax is collected by the hotels directly from the customer and the amount can vary by region, hotel size or type. Local regulations state this must be collected by the hotel and cannot be prepaid.

It is your responsibility to ensure that you have checked the Visa requirements for all countries visited on this itinerary. China, Russia, India, Canada, and the USA require visas to be arranged prior to sailing for all Australian passport holders. For Non-Australian passport holders please check with the appropriate embassy.

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