Can I smoke while onboard?

Smoking is permitted in designated outdoor areas of the ship. Please note that smoking is not allowed in any other location onboard.

Are airport transfers included?

Transfers are not included in the cruise price, however, they can be requested at an extra cost.

Is there a hairdryer in my cabin?

Yes, all cabins will have a hairdryer included. If your cabin does not have hairdryer, the reception team will provide you with one.

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A Taste of the Danube (Westbound)

4 days

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From Budapest to Vienna

4.8

2 traveler reviews

A Taste of the Danube (Westbound) - Avalon Waterways

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Gold Operator: Avalon Waterways
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 30 - 160
Age range 8 to 99

Places You’ll See

Bratislava
Melk
Wachau
Durnstein
Vienna

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Highlights

Stroll Budapest's cobblestone streets
Hike to Bratislava Castle with a guide
Tour Melk Abbey's historic frescoes
Bike through scenic Wachau Valley trails
Enjoy live music aboard your Danube cruise

Itinerary

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Introduction

Day 1 BUDAPEST, HUNGARY (EMBARKATION)
Day 2 BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA
Day 3 MELK, AUSTRIA–WACHAU VALLEY
Day 4 VIENNA (DISEMBARKATION)

What's Included

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Accommodation
Guide
Meals
Additional Services
Transport

What's Not Included

Flights
Insurance
Optional
Additional Services

Operated by

Avalon Waterways

4.6

(231 reviews)

Number of tours

756

Age Range

8 to 99 years old

Response time

within 3 days

Response rate

96%

Introduced in 2003, Avalon Waterways sets the standard in river and small-ship cruising with a young fleet, the most included shore excursions, the widest range of choices and extraordinary itineraries. Our Suite Ships® feature one-of-a-kind Panorama SuitesSM, with the widest opening windows in...

Sustainability Initiatives

Reduce Carbon Emissions

Animal Welfare

Supporting Destinations

Sustainability Programs

Your Peace of Mind Options

Cancellation Policy

A transparent overview of applicable fees.

Travel Insurance

Be covered for any unforseen circumstances.

Avalon Waterways Ship

Avalon Illumination
Part of Avalon's cutting-edge fleet of Suite Ships®, the Avalon Illumination came onto the river cruising scene with a bang. This… Read more
Built
2014
Guests
84 - 166
Crew
47
Length
135 m / 443 ft
Suites
67
Staterooms
16
Gross Tonnage
2775 gt
Beam
12 m / 39 ft
Cruising Speed
12 kn / 22 kph / 14 mph
Staterooms / Suites Deck Plans Dining

Customer Reviews

Overall Rating
Excellent
4.8
Itinerary
Excellent
4.5
Transport
Excellent
4.5
Accommodation
Excellent
5.0
Food
Excellent
5.0
Tour Operator
Avalon Waterways
4.6

AB
Andrea
· June 5th, 2024
We enjoyed the trip very much.
Trip date: May 2024
RK
Richard
· October 7th, 2018
First class ship, excellent Cruise Director and crew, splendid food, very high standard of guides on included excursions, brilliant virtuosity and entertainment from Pressberger Duo,optional concert in Vienna superb.
Trip date: August 2018

What our customers ask about this tour

The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.

Can I smoke while onboard?
Smoking is permitted in designated outdoor areas of the ship. Please note that smoking is not allowed in any other location onboard.
June 28, 2024
Are airport transfers included?
Transfers are not included in the cruise price, however, they can be requested at an extra cost.
June 28, 2024
Is there a hairdryer in my cabin?
Yes, all cabins will have a hairdryer included. If your cabin does not have hairdryer, the reception team will provide you with one.
June 28, 2024

Good to Know

Tour ID: 231139

Currencies
€
Euro
Austria
Ft
Forint
Hungary
Plugs & Adapters
As a traveler from USA, Canada, England, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F.
Type C
Austria, Hungary and Slovakia
Type E
Austria, Hungary and Slovakia
Type F
Austria, Hungary and Slovakia
Vaccines
- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Austria, Hungary and Slovakia. Ideally 6 months before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Hungary and Slovakia. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Hungary and Slovakia. Ideally 2 months before travel.
Visa
- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
Payment information
- For any tour departing before March 31st, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after March 31st, 2025, a minimum payment of $250 is required to confirm your booking with Avalon Waterways. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 95 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
- The following cards are accepted for "Avalon Waterways" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
Cancellation Policy
- TourRadar can request Avalon Waterways to hold spaces for you for up to 48 hours without any credit card details.
- TourRadar is an authorized Agent of Avalon Waterways. Please familiarize yourself with the Avalon Waterways payment, cancellation and refund conditions.
Accessibility
Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveler, however, some operators may be able to accommodate special requests. For any enquiries, you can contact our customer support team, who are ready and waiting to help you.
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