
Magnificent Europe 2025
Itinerary
From Amsterdam to Budapest, and in many exciting stops along the way, experience the culture of Central Europe in a unique way on this timeless river cruise vacation. Amsterdam is Holland’s lively capital—both historical and modern. This colorful city is loved for its vibrant mix of sophisticated architecture and classic squares and canals. See the treasures of this 700-year-old city from a unique perspective on a canal cruise along the elegant grachten. On to Germany for a guided city walk in Cologne—the stunning 2,000-year-old city known for its Gothic-style architecture. Sail through the dramatic Rhine Gorge, offering the most beautiful view of the Rhine River, and stop in the charming wine town of Rüdesheim. Enjoy guided sightseeing in Würzburg, Volkach, Bamberg, Nuremberg, and Regensburg, and sail the Main Danube Canal, which connects the Main and Danube Rivers. Your first stop in Austria is the lovely town of Melk. Visit its magnificent Benedictine Abbey, then sail through the picturesque Wachau Valley. Your local experts will also introduce you to two capital cities: Vienna, Austria, also known as “The City of Music” for inspiring the creative genius of Mozart, Beethoven, and Strauss; and lively Budapest, Hungary, with its unique energy and countless must-see sites. This truly is a river cruise to remember!
Program zájezdu
AMSTERDAM, HOLLAND (EMBARKATION)
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN AMSTERDAMMeals:
Dinner
AMSTERDAM
Discover the true beauty of Amsterdam with an off-the-beaten-path Guided Walking Tour through its cobblestone streets for a captivating look at this legendary city, OR:Activity classic:
Explore the iconic waterways of Amsterdam with a Guided Canal Cruise past stately homes of Amsterdam’s “Golden Age.” This afternoon choose among the Guided Optional Excursions available.Overnight:
AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO COLOGNEMeals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
COLOGNE, GERMANY
Enjoy a bike ride like the locals in Cologne with your Adventure, OR;Activity discovery:
Join a Guided Walking Tour of Cologne’s important Jewish heritage sites, OR;Activity classic:
Take a Guided City Walk of Cologne—explore the Old City and see its soaring twin-steepled gothic cathedral.Don’t miss the chance to enjoy free time over a glass of Kölsch pale lager—locally brewed for over 100 years! This evening, enjoy live entertainment on board your ship.Overnight:
OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO RÜDESHEIMMeals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
RHINE GORGE–RÜDESHEIM
Enjoy a hike with your Avalon Adventure Host through the picturesque vineyards of Rüdesheim, OR:Activity active:
Take an open-air cable car ride to the Niederwald Monument. Ride or walk back down through the vineyards; enjoy a tasting of the authentic Rüdesheimer coffee, OR:Activity discovery:
Tour the incredible Mechanical Music Museum for a one-of-a-kind instrumental experience; enjoy a tasting of the authentic Rüdesheimer coffee.Later, local musicians will join us on board for live entertainment.Overnight:
AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO MILTENBERG
MILTENBERG
Join a Guided Walking Tour of Miltenberg, a showcase of medieval half-timber homes and home to Germany’s oldest inn. Spend free time riding a bike through the beautiful villages on the Main River shores. Overnight:
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO WÜRZBURG Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
WÜRZBURG
Take a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Würzburg with its Old Main Bridge, towering fortress, and baroque Bishop’s Residenz—with the largest known ceiling fresco. Enjoy the city on your own or visit a local winery. Overnight:
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN WÜRZBURGMeals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
VOLKACH
Bike along the Main Danube Canal with your Adventure Host, OR: Activity classic:
Join a Walking Tour of the quaint town of Volkach with its half-timbered houses and cobblestoned streets.Overnight:
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BAMBERGMeals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
BAMBERG
Your bike is ready! Hop on and bike along the canals in Bamberg with your Adventure Host, OR:Activity classic:
Take a Guided Walking Tour of the former home to imperial dynasties, and see its Romanesque cathedral, Old Town Hall, and seven hills crowned with churches. Activity discovery:
Attend an onboard lecture to learn about European history and culture.Later, enjoy live entertainment performance while sailing this evening. Overnight:
AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO ROTHMeals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
ROTH. EXCURSION TO NUREMBERG
Explore Roth's Lauter valley with your Adventure Host, OR:Activity classic:
Enjoy a Guided Sightseeing Tour of the Bavarian town of Roth—with its half-timbered houses, market square, and 1535 hunting lodge Schloss Ratibor, OR; Activity classic:
Choose a Guided Tour of Nuremberg’s medieval architecture, gilded fountain, gothic cathedral, and Kaiserburg Castle, OR;Activity classic:
Join a Guided Tour of the historic Nuremberg Rally Grounds—used by the Third Reich.Activity discovery:
Enjoy an Onboard Lecture about the Main-Danube Canal—linking these two rivers to make a vital connection enabling navigation between the North and Black Seas.Overnight:
AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO REGENSBURGMeals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
REGENSBURG
Explore Walhalla by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:Activity classic:
Join a Guided City Walk and see Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall) and Porta Pretoria—built in 179 AD as the entrance to Castra Regina fortress. You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to visit the Benedictine Monastery in Weltenburg. Alternatively, spend free time exploring Regensburg on foot or by bike through its charming streets.Overnight:
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO PASSAUMeals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
PASSAU
Join your Avalon Adventure Host for Hiking from Oberhaus along a trail down to the valley and along Ilz River, OR:Activity classic:
Join a Guided City Walk to learn more about this beautiful “City of Three Rivers.” You may join a full day Guided Optional Excursion to Salzburg, the city of Mozart, or a full-day Guided Optional Excursion to the picturesque Bohemian town of Cesky Krumlov.Alternatively, cruise to the lovely town of Linz. Location:
LINZ, AUSTRIALegendary, Lovely LinzThis evening, feel free to explore Linz on your own. Later, enjoy live entertainment on board.Overnight:
OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO MELKMeals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
MELK–WACHAU VALLEY
Join your Avalon Adventure Host for a walk along the Danube river and around Melk., OR:Activity classic:
Take a Guided Tour of the frescoed ceilings, statues, incredible library, and ornate pipe organ of Melk’s Benedictine Abbey.Enjoy a coffee or cocktail on the Sky Deck as you sail through the picturesque Wachau Valley to wonderful Vienna this afternoon. Location:
VIENNAViennese Waltzes on the Blue DanubeConsider joining a Guided Optional Excursion to attend a Royal Waltz Concert in an elegant hall this evening.Overnight:
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN VIENNA Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
VIENNA
Explore Vienna's Danube Island by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:Activity classic:
After a short walk of Vienna, join a Guided Visit of Austria’s largest museum, the legendary Kunsthistorisches Museum (Museum of Fine Arts), OR:Activity classic:
Explore the Habsburg Empire with a morning Guided City Tour of Vienna’s gilded landmarks. See the Imperial Palace complex—the winter residence of the Imperial Family, the iconic Vienna Opera House and stunning St. Stephen’s Cathedral.Join a Guided Optional Excursion to Schönbrunn Palace—summer home of the Habsburg family or choose a Guided Optional Excursion to fascinating Bratislava. Consider a tram ride to Vienna’s Prater amusement park or to one of the many museums nearby. Later, enjoy live entertainment as you sail to Budapest. Overnight:
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BUDAPESTMeals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY
Hike up to a magnificent viewpoint in Budapest with your Adventure Host, OR:Activity classic:
Enjoy a Guided City Sightseeing tour of Budapest, including the iconic Heroes’ Square.This afternoon choose among the Optional Guided Excursions available or enjoy Budapest on your own. Indulge in a piece of cream cake in one of the many cafés. Consider a scenic hike above the Danube. Overnight:
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN BUDAPESTMeals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
BUDAPEST (DISEMBARKATION)
Breakfast
Podrobnosti o zájezdu
accommodation
14 nights onboard cruise
flights
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meals
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
New in 2023 - 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
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Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the ship
Panoramic windows throughout the ship
Elegant, contemporary design & decor
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
Avalon Waterways offers a selection of included excursions in every port of call, with something for everyone within their "Classic", "Discovery" and "Active" collections
Other activities and services are not includedtransport
Avalon Waterways river cruise ship
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