Active & Discovery on the Danube (Eastbound) 2024
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an 8-day immersive journey through the heart of Germany and Austria, exploring the rich history, culture, and natural beauty these countries have to offer. This multi-day tour is designed to provide a unique blend of adventure, relaxation, and education, with a variety of activities to suit every taste. From exploring historic monasteries and museums to hiking scenic trails and sampling local delicacies, this tour offers a comprehensive experience of the region. Enjoy the comfort of a Suite Ship® and the convenience of having all your meals provided, allowing you to focus on the adventure at hand. Whether you're a history buff, a nature lover, or a foodie, this tour has something for you.
Included
Chef-prepared onboard meals with regional cuisine and familiar favorites
Seasonal cuisine featuring the freshest local ingredients
Avalon Fresh® healthy cuisine options at every meal
Spacious, open-seating Panorama Dining Room
Daily breakfast buffet with full range of classic breakfast items, healthy Avalon Fresh® options and daily a la carte specials
Complimentary room service for Continental breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Daily lunch buffet featuring regional specialties, classic dishes, healthy Avalon Fresh® options and rotating chef’s features including carving & pasta stations. Alternatively, you may dine al fresco at our Sky Grill on the Sky Deck (weather and itinerary permitting) or enjoy a light lunch in the Panorama Lounge.
Afternoon Tea featuring tea, coffee, and sweet treats
Four-course dinners with choice of appetizers, soups, salads, entrées and desserts or cheese
Linger over several selections from the Panorama Bistro's tasting menu for a less formal "sit-down" atmosphere
Complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks with lunch and dinner
Avalon FlexDining® flexible dining times with menu & venue options
Vegetarian options at every meal, as well as vegan, low calorie, low fat, high fiber, low cholesterol, high energy and allergy-free selections
Panorama Lounge & Bar with premium spirits, cozy seating, panoramic windows & dance floor
Welcome & farewell cocktails with sparkling wine & canapés
New in 2023 - included Happy Hour every evening featuring house beer, wine, cocktails and a drink of the day
Cocktails with a view on the Sky Deck
Specialty coffees, espresso drinks and beWell Essence flavored and infused water available throughout each day
Avalon Waterways River cruise ship
7 nights of accommodation onboard an Avalon Waterways River cruise ship
Friendly, English-speaking crew & Cruise Director
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the ship
Panoramic windows throughout the ship
Elegant, contemporary design & decor
Sky Deck with whirlpool, shade awnings, game area and premium lounges
Covered Observation Lounge
Club Lounge with 24-hour self-serve beverage station with complimentary cappuccinos, lattes, tea, hot chocolate & premium coffees, as well as treats throughout the day
Elevator
Non-smoking interior and staterooms
Avalon Waterways offers a selection of included excursions in every port of call, with something for everyone within their "Classic", "Discovery" and "Active" collections
Destinations
Linz
Budapest
Munich
Vienna
VisegrádMap
Attractions
Burg Clam
Heeresgeschichtliches Museum
Stift Dürnstein
Belvedere Palace
Mauthausen Memorial
MAK - Museum of Applied Arts
Stadtplatz SteyrDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Munich to Engelhartszell
- Munich - Arrival day
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Welcome to Germany! Arrive in Munich by 2 pm and board your Suite Ship®. Spend the evening exploring the ship and enjoying your first dinner onboard. We'll set sail for Engelhartszell, where you'll spend the night.
Day 2 – Day 2: Engelhartszell to Linz
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Start your day with a guided tour to a cider cellar or the stunning rococo-style Engelszell Abbey. In the afternoon, enjoy a scenic hike along the Danube's Schlögen Oxbow. As we sail towards Linz, relax on the Sky Deck and enjoy live entertainment onboard.
Day 3 – Day 3: Linz to Spitz via Grein
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- Burg Clam
- Mauthausen Memorial
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Choose between a guided bike tour, a visit to the 9th-century St. Florian Monastery, or a sobering tour of the Mauthausen Memorial. In the afternoon, we sail to Grein, where you can explore its historic theater or visit Burg Clam. We'll dock in Spitz for the night.
Day 4 – Day 4: Spitz to Vienna
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- Stift Dürnstein
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Enjoy a day of outdoor activities in the Austrian wine country. Choose between a canoe tour, a bike tour to Krems with a stop at the beautiful blue Stiftskirche, or an interactive wine tasting experience. In the evening, we sail towards Vienna, where you can opt to attend a Royal Waltz Concert.
Day 5 – Day 5: Exploring Vienna
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- Belvedere Palace
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Discover Vienna's highlights with a guided bike tour, an insider's tour, or a sightseeing tour that includes a visit to the Belvedere Palace. Spend the afternoon at leisure, perhaps strolling through the pedestrian Kärntnerstrasse and indulging in a piece of Sachertorte.
Day 6 – Day 6: Vienna to Visegrád
- Vienna
- Visegrád
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- Heeresgeschichtliches Museum
- MAK - Museum of Applied Arts
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Start your day with a guided walking tour of Vienna, a tour of the Habsburg family's private art collection at the Museum of Fine Arts, or a tour of the Military Museum. In the evening, we set sail for Visegrád, with live entertainment onboard.
Day 7 – Day 7: Visegrád to Budapest
- Visegrád
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- Hungarian Parliament Building
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Experience Visegrád with a hike to Dracula's Tower, a canoe excursion, or a guided excursion to a Medieval Knights Tournament. In the afternoon, we sail into Budapest, offering stunning views of the Parliament Building. Enjoy a farewell dinner onboard.
Day 8 – Day 8: Departure from Budapest
- Budapest - Departure day
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Your memorable 8-day tour concludes with breakfast. We hope you enjoyed your journey through Germany and Austria and look forward to welcoming you back on your next adventure.
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