Active & Discovery on the Danube

There are plenty of ways to see Europe. This journey invites you to experience it.

Cruise through Hungary, Austria, and Germany aboard an Avalon Suite Ship® while choosing how you want to explore each destination. Hike to medieval castles, bike through historic cities, paddle the Danube, discover local traditions, savor regional flavors, or simply enjoy classic guided sightseeing.

Each day offers a choice between Active, Discovery, and Classic experiences, allowing you to shape the journey around your own interests and pace.

This is not a one-size-fits-all vacation. It's a river cruise designed for curious travelers who want to engage with the places they visit in meaningful ways.

Budapest → Visegrád → Vienna → Krems → Grein → Mauthausen → Engelhartszell → Vilshofen

• Cruise the beautiful Danube from Budapest, Hungary to Vilshofen, Germany
• Explore Vienna, one of Europe's most elegant capitals
• Hike to Count Dracula's prison tower in Visegrád
• Bike through Vienna and Austria's scenic Wachau Valley
• Paddle through the picturesque Danube Bend
• Visit vineyards, orchards, monasteries, and local producers
• Meet the Count of Clam at his family's historic castle
• Enjoy Avalon’s choice of Active, Discovery, and Classic excursions throughout the journey
• Experience the stunning scenery of the Danube's famous Schlögen Oxbow

Board your Avalon Suite Ship® and begin your journey with a scenic cruise through the beautiful Danube Bend.

Choose between hiking to Count Dracula's prison tower, paddling through the Danube Bend, or experiencing a medieval knights tournament.

Explore Vienna your way with options that include biking, classic sightseeing, an insider cultural experience, or a visit to the renowned Belvedere Palace.

Enjoy a guided morning walk and breakfast at a traditional Viennese café before continuing your journey.

Bike through Austria's famous wine country, paddle local waterways, or visit a vineyard or orchard to experience regional traditions.

Visit Austria's oldest operating theater, tour St. Florian Monastery, explore local farming life by bike, or visit the Mauthausen Memorial.

Visit Engelszell Abbey, sample local specialties, cycle along the Danube, or enjoy a scenic hike overlooking one of the river's most spectacular bends.

Disembark and continue home with memories of an unforgettable journey through the heart of Europe.

Starting at $3,451 per person (based on double occupancy)

Starting at $5,550 per person (based on double occupancy)

Pricing includes:

• 8-day Avalon Waterways Active & Discovery cruise
• Included Active, Discovery, and Classic excursions
• Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Included gratuities
• Onboard entertainment and enrichment
• Complimentary Wi-Fi

My group pricing is available while cabins remain available.

Deposit: $250 per person due upon booking

Final Payment Due: April 1, 2027

• Passport required
• Passport should be valid for at least six months beyond your return date
• Flights should arrive in Budapest before 3:30 PM on July 7, 2027
• Return flights from Munich should depart after 8:00 AM on July 14, 2027

Additional hotel nights before or after the cruise can be arranged upon request.

I'll be traveling on this journey as well, providing support before departure and a familiar face throughout the experience.

Whether this is your first river cruise or one of many, you'll have someone available to help with planning, questions, and the details that make travel easier and more enjoyable.

Whether you're curious about accommodations, flights, extending your stay, or simply want to know if this journey is a good fit, I'd be happy to help.