Balkan Discovery with 1 Night in Budapest & 1 Night in Bucharest 2025
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a captivating 10-day journey through the heart of Eastern Europe, exploring the rich history, diverse cultures, and stunning landscapes of Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Romania, and Bulgaria. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of guided sightseeing, immersive activities, and leisure time to explore at your own pace. From the captivating capital of Budapest to the vibrant city of Bucharest, you'll discover iconic landmarks, taste local delicacies, and engage with the local culture. Whether you're a history buff, a foodie, or an adventure seeker, this tour has something for everyone.
Included
1 night in Budapest
7 nights onboard cruise ship
1 night in Bucharest
Avalon Passion: Avalon Deluxe Stateroom ,Panorama Suite ,Royal Suite, Avalon Illumination: Avalon Deluxe Stateroom ,Panorama Suite ,Royal Suite, Avalon Expression: Avalon Deluxe Stateroom ,Panorama Suite ,Royal Suite
AmaWaterways River cruise ship
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
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
Friendly, English-speaking crew & Cruise Director
Destinations
Budapest
Grad Vukovar
BucharestMap
Attractions
Belogradchik Fortress
Heroes' Square
Lepenski vir
Saint Sava Temple
Museum of Srem
Trajan's Plaque
Izvor Park
George Enescu Square
Prince Mihailo MonumentDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Budapest
- Budapest - Arrival day
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Welcome to Budapest, the captivating capital of Hungary. The day is yours to relax and enjoy this shining city on the Danube. Explore the city at your own pace, taking in the stunning architecture and vibrant culture.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Budapest
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- Heroes' Square
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Start your day with a guided city sightseeing tour, including the iconic Heroes' Square. In the afternoon, board your Suite Ship® and enjoy a delightful dinner onboard. Spend the night cruising to Mohács.
Day 3 – Day 3: Discovering Vukovar and Ilok
- Grad Vukovar
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Today, you'll have the opportunity to join a guided walking tour of Vukovar, immersing yourself in the city's heritage, culture, and traditions. Afterward, enjoy a brief cruise to Ilok, where you'll join a guided tour of the city's 1,000-year-old wine-making traditions and medieval fortress. End the day with an overnight docking in Novi Sad.
Day 4 – Day 4: Exploring Novi Sad
Day 4: Exploring Novi Sad
- Museum of Srem
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Today, you'll have the chance to explore Novi Sad, the second-largest town in Serbia. Choose between a guided hike tour to Petrovaradin, a guided tour of the city, or a visit to the Honey Museum. Later, enjoy live entertainment onboard as you cruise to Belgrade.
Day 5 – Day 5: Discovering Belgrade
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- Saint Sava Temple
- Prince Mihailo Monument
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Discover the vibrant city of Belgrade, where the Danube and Sava Rivers converge. Join a guided sightseeing tour to see the city's fascinating sights, including Saint Sava, one of the world's largest Orthodox churches. Spend your free time exploring Knez Mihailova Street, a lively pedestrian thoroughfare with many cafes, shops, and cultural spots.
Day 6 – Day 6: Exploring Golubac and the Iron Gates Gorge
Day 6: Exploring Golubac and the Iron Gates Gorge
- Lepenski vir
- Trajan's Plaque
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Visit the Fortress of Golubac, one of the best-preserved medieval fortresses in Europe, or join a guided tour to the Mesolithic archaeological site of Lepenski Vir. Later, sail through the spectacular and narrow Iron Gates Gorge, a natural border between Serbia and Romania.
Day 7 – Day 7: Discovering Vidin and Belogradchik
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- Belogradchik Fortress
- Baba Vida Fortress
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Join a guided sightseeing tour to Baba Vida Fortress, followed by a guided tour of Belogradchik. Marvel at the remarkable rock formations on the western slopes of the Balkan Mountains, sculpted by 200 million years of natural elements. Alternatively, discover more than two centuries of Bulgarian winemaking with a tour and tasting at a local winery.
Day 8 – Day 8: Exploring Rousse and Veliko Târnovo
- Veliko Tarnovo
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Explore Rousse's old town by bike or join a full-day guided tour to the former Bulgarian capital of Veliko Târnovo and the 15th-century town of Arbanassi. Alternatively, join a guided sightseeing tour of Bulgaria's largest inland port and visit its impressive Holy Trinity Church.
Day 9 – Day 9: Discovering Bucharest
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- George Enescu Square
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Take a guided tour of the Romanian capital city of Bucharest, with its tree-lined boulevards and Arc de Triomphe. See the Royal Palace Square, the scene of the city's 1989 riots to overthrow the communist dictator Nicolae Ceausescu. Spend some free time exploring on your own to visit shops and museums.
Day 10 – Day 10: Departure from Bucharest
- Bucharest - Departure day
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Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. Take your time to say goodbye to the beautiful city of Bucharest before your onward journey.
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