Avalon Expression
Category SSF - Seven Seas Suite Forward
Seven Seas Suite (Forward)
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12 Night The Danube from Romania to Budapest with 1 Night in Bucharest 2 Nights in Transylvania and 1 Night in Budapest Cruise and Land Tour from Bucharest

Ship: Avalon Expression
Cruise Line: Avalon Waterways
Sailed: Wednesday, Aug 6, 2025 from Bucharest, Romania
Ended: Monday, Aug 18, 2025
The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Wednesday, Aug 6, 2025 departure of the Avalon Expression. If Avalon Waterways modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing , the modified schedule would not be reflected here.
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Day 1 - Wednesday - Aug 6, 2025
Bucharest, Romania
Bucharest, Romania
Welcome to Bucharest-The "Paris of the East". The day is yours to relax and enjoy Bucharest. Spend some free time exploring this fascinating city on your own to discover its trendy shops, cafes, museums, beautiful homes, and churches along Victory Avenue.
Day 2 - Thursday - Aug 7, 2025
Bucharest, Romania
Bucharest, Romania
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Sinaia, Romania
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Brasov, Romania
Drive into the Carpathians to Sinaia to visit Peles Castle. On the way, enjoy a local lunch. This afternoon, continue to Brasov for the night. (Breakfast, Lunch)
Day 3 - Friday - Aug 8, 2025
Brasov, Romania
Brasov, Romania
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Bran Castle, Romania
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Brasov, Romania
Join a morning Guided Sightseeing Tour of Brasov followed by free time. In the evening, enjoy a tour of Bran Castle of Dracula lore followed by dinner. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 4 - Saturday - Aug 9, 2025
Brasov, Romania
Brasov, Romania
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Bucharest, Romania
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Cruise Begins
Oltenita, Romania
Join your Avalon Suite Ship this afternoon for embarkation in Oltenita. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 5 - Sunday - Aug 10, 2025
Rousse, Bulgaria
Rousse, Bulgaria
Svishtov, Bulgaria
Fortresses and Fountains in "Little Vienna". Sail to Svistov or join your ship there if you opted for the full-day tour. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 6 - Monday - Aug 11, 2025
Vidin, Bulgaria
Rocks, Ruins, and Balkan Beauty. Ask about today's energizing or relaxing Adventure Host activities. This evening, enjoy live entertainment onboard with a Bulgarian folklore show. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 7 - Tuesday - Aug 12, 2025
Iron Gates
Iron Gates
Donji Milanovac, Serbia
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Lepenski Vir
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Donji Milanovac, Serbia
Ancient Artifacts and the Iron Gates. Before lunch onboard, you'll sail through the spectacular and narrow Iron Gates Gorge-forming a natural border between Serbia and Romania. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 8 - Wednesday - Aug 13, 2025
Belgrade, Serbia
Belgrade, Serbia
Fortresses and Folklore. Join your Adventure Host for today's special activities. You may choose to join an Optional Guided Biking tour or spend free time in Belgrade exploring Knez Mihailova Street-Belgrade's central pedestrian thoroughfare with many lively cafes, shops, and cultural spots. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 9 - Thursday - Aug 14, 2025
Novi Sad, Serbia
Novi Sad, Serbia
A Capital of Culture. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 10 - Friday - Aug 15, 2025
Ilok, Croatia
Vukovar, Croatia
Croatian Heritage and Hilltop Vintages. Enjoy a short sailing to Vukovar during lunchtime. VUKOVAR, CROATIA: The Heroic Town on the Danube. This evening, enjoy live entertainment on board. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 11 - Saturday - Aug 16, 2025
Mohacs, Hungary
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Pecs, Hungary
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Mohacs, Hungary
Underground Tombs and Heavenly Music. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 12 - Sunday - Aug 17, 2025
Budapest, Hungary
Budapest, Hungary
Cruise Ends
Budapest, Hungary
The Pearl of the Danube in the Heart of Europe. Take in the beauty of Budapest while enjoying a free afternoon exploring such famous sights as the Chain Bridge. Get to know the city's cafes and pubs or take a hike through the hills above the Danube. (Breakfast)
Day 13 - Monday - Aug 18, 2025
Budapest, Hungary
Budapest, Hungary
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)

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