Avalon Illumination
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Seven Seas Suite (Forward)
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14 Night Magnificent Rivers of Europe Cruise from Budapest

Ship: Avalon Illumination
Cruise Line: Avalon Waterways
Sailed: Saturday, May 16, 2026 from Budapest, Hungary
Ended: Saturday, May 30, 2026
The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Saturday, May 16, 2026 departure of the Avalon Illumination. 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 - Saturday - May 16, 2026
Budapest, Hungary
Budapest, Hungary
Welcome to Hungary. Your Suite Ship is ready for boarding. Flights into Budapest must arrive by 3:30 pm. Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm. The day is yours to relax and enjoy the city with time for photographs, cafes, and confections. (Dinner)
Day 2 - Sunday - May 17, 2026
Budapest, Hungary
Budapest, Hungary
The Pearl of the Danube. Visit the Adventure Center for today's activities with your Adventure Host. This afternoon, enjoy Budapest on your own. Indulge in a piece of cream cake in one of the many cafes. Consider a scenic hike above the Danube. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 3 - Monday - May 18, 2026
Bratislava, Slovakia
Bratislava, Slovakia
Castles, Vineyards, and Cosmopolitan Culture. In your free time take a bicycle and a picnic from the ship to explore the local sights along the Danube. Later, enjoy live entertainment onboard. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 4 - Tuesday - May 19, 2026
Vienna, Austria
Vienna, Austria
Royal Collections and Amusing Attractions. Join a Guided Optional Excursion to Schonbrunn Palace-summer home of the Habsburg empire. Consider a tram ride to Vienna's Prater amusement park or to one of the many museums nearby. Later, consider joining an Optional Excursion to attend a Royal Waltz Concert in an elegant hall. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 5 - Wednesday - May 20, 2026
Durnstein, Austria
Durnstein, Austria
Melk, Austria
A King's Ransom and Castle Ruins. Later, stretch out on the Sky Deck as you sail through the Wachau Valley past vineyards, castles, and charming villages on your way to Melk. MELK: Frescoes Above and Vineyards Below. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 6 - Thursday - May 21, 2026
Passau, Germany
Passau, Germany
Where the Danube, Inn, and Ilz Rivers Meet. Alternatively, 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. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 7 - Friday - May 22, 2026
Regensburg, Germany
Regensburg, Germany
Bavaria's Medieval Miracle. You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to visit the Benedictine Monastery in Weltenburg. Spend a free afternoon exploring Regensburg on foot or by bike through its charming streets. This evening, enjoy live entertainment after dinner as you cruise toward Roth. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 8 - Saturday - May 23, 2026
Roth, Germany
Roth, Germany
Bus Travel
Nuremberg, Germany
Bus Travel
Roth, Germany
Legends and History Lessons. Tonight, relax onboard with live entertainment as you sail to Bamberg. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 9 - Sunday - May 24, 2026
Bamberg, Germany
Bamberg, Germany
The City of Seven Hills. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 10 - Monday - May 25, 2026
Wurzburg, Germany
Wurzburg, Germany
A Perfect Day in the Pearl of the Romantic Road. This afternoon, enjoy leisurely sailing. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 11 - Tuesday - May 26, 2026
Miltenberg, Germany
Miltenberg, Germany
Beauty on the Main River. Join your Adventure Host for today's special activities. Later, enjoy onboard entertainment as you cruise to Rudesheim. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 12 - Wednesday - May 27, 2026
Rudesheim, Germany
Rudesheim, Germany
Rhine Gorge, Germany
Eat, Drink, and Be Merry in Wine Country. This afternoon cruise through the dramatic Rhine Gorge and see the famous rock of the Lorelei-where mythological siren lured ill-fated sailors to shore. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 13 - Thursday - May 28, 2026
Cologne, Germany
Cologne, Germany
Prost! Celebrate in the Rhineland. Ask about today's energizing or relaxing Adventure Host activities. Spend free time over a glass of Kolsch pale lager-locally brewed for over 100 years! (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 14 - Friday - May 29, 2026
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Colorful Canals of Amsterdam. In the afternoon, you may join an Optional Culinary Walk through Amsterdam to sample savory and sweet Dutch specialties. Or choose an Optional Biking Tour to discover the countryside. You might also consider a Guided Optional Excursion to Zaanse Schans to see historic windmills and charming Dutch houses. Spend free time on your own to explore the colorful cafes, galleries, bridges, and canals of Amsterdam. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 15 - Saturday - May 30, 2026
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)

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May 30, 2026(Saturday) 14 Night Magnificent Europe
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Jun 13, 2026(Saturday) 8 Night Active and Discovery on the Danube with 1 Night in Budapest (Westbound) and Land Tour
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Jun 13, 2026(Saturday) 10 Night Active and Discovery on the Danube with 1 Night in Budapest and 2 Nights in Prague (Westbound) and Land Tour
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