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A Taste of the Danube (Westbound)

4 days
•
From Budapest to Vienna
4.8
2 traveler reviews
A Taste of the Danube (Westbound) - Avalon Waterways

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Tour Operator:
Avalon Waterways
Ship capacity:
160
Age range:
8 to 99
Operated in:
English
Tour id:
231139

Places You’ll See

  • Bratislava
    Bratislava
  • Melk
    Melk
  • Wachau
    Wachau
  • Durnstein
    Durnstein
  • Vienna
    Vienna
Image of a map showing the route of the tour

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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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 BUDAPEST, HUNGARY (EMBARKATION)
  2. Day 2 BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA
  3. Day 3 MELK, AUSTRIA–WACHAU VALLEY
  4. Day 4 VIENNA (DISEMBARKATION)
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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
(230 reviews)
This operator has high review ratings and responds promptly to enquiries

Number of tours

747

Age Range

8 to 99 years old

Response time

within 2 days

Response rate

92%

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...

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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
    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 / SuitesDeck PlansDining

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
    · June 5th, 2024
    We enjoyed the trip very much.
    Trip date: May 2024
  • RK
    · 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
    Can’t find the answer to your question?
    Reach out to the experts at Avalon Waterways with your enquiry, they usually respond within 2 days.

    Good to Know

    • Currencies
      €
      Euro
      Austria
      Ft
      Forint
      Hungary
    • Plugs & Adapters

      As a traveller 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 February 25th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after February 25th, 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
    • Accessibility
      Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveller, 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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