Magnificent Rivers of Europe 2025
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a 16-day journey through the heart of Europe, exploring the rich history, diverse cultures, and stunning landscapes of Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany, and the Netherlands. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of guided sightseeing, immersive activities, and leisure time to explore at your own pace. From the vibrant cityscape of Budapest to the charming canals of Amsterdam, you'll experience the best of European heritage, cuisine, and lifestyle. Enjoy hiking, biking, and walking tours, visit iconic landmarks, and indulge in local delicacies. Stay aboard a luxurious Suite Ship, with meals and entertainment included, making your journey as comfortable as it is exciting. Whether you're a history buff, a foodie, or an adventure seeker, this tour offers something for everyone.
Included
Avalon Waterways river cruise ships
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
Comfort Collection BedsSM with choice of mattress firmness
Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
Bathrobes & slippers
Premium L'Occitane bath products
Large bathroom featuring shower with glass door
Flatscreen satellite TV with free movie channels
Individual climate control and in-room safe
USB Ports
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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
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Attractions
Imperial Treasury Vienna
Kunsthistorisches Museum
Heroes' Square
Eltz Castle
Nuremberg lock
Porta Praetoria
Würzburg Residence
Roemerhalle Bad Kreuznach
Cologne Cathedral
Old Main Bridge
St. Martin's Cathedral, Bratislava
Gutenberg Museum
Melk Abbey
Schönbrunn Palace
Bamberg Cathedral
Vienna Music Society
Bratislava Castle
Old Town Hall
St. Stephen's CathedralDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Budapest
- Budapest - Arrival day
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Welcome to Hungary! Arrive in Budapest by 3:30 pm and board your Suite Ship. Spend the rest of the day relaxing and exploring the city at your leisure. Capture memorable photographs, visit local cafés, and sample delicious confections. Overnight stay on the ship, docked in Budapest. Dinner is included.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Budapest
- Bratislava
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- Heroes' Square
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Start your day with a visit to the Adventure Center. Choose between a hike to a magnificent viewpoint in Budapest or a guided city sightseeing tour, including the iconic Heroes’ Square. In the afternoon, you can join optional guided excursions or explore Budapest on your own. Don't miss out on trying a piece of cream cake in one of the many cafés. Overnight cruise to Bratislava. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.
Day 3 – Day 3: From Bratislava to Vienna
- Vienna
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- St. Martin's Cathedral, Bratislava
- Bratislava Castle
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Today, you can choose between a short hike to the lofty Bratislava Castle or a guided walking tour of the Old Town’s cobblestone streets, including a visit to the Town Hall and the Gothic halls of St. Martin’s Cathedral. In your free time, consider taking a bicycle and a picnic from the ship to explore the local sights along the Danube. Enjoy live entertainment onboard as you cruise overnight to Vienna. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.
Day 4 – Day 4: Vienna's Royal Collections and Amusing Attractions
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- Imperial Treasury Vienna
- Kunsthistorisches Museum
- Schönbrunn Palace
- Vienna Music Society
- St. Stephen's Cathedral
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Explore Vienna's Danube Island by bike or join a guided visit of Austria’s largest museum, the Kunsthistorisches Museum. Alternatively, explore the Habsburg Empire with a morning guided city tour of Vienna’s gilded landmarks. Consider joining a guided optional excursion to Schönbrunn Palace or a tram ride to Vienna’s Prater amusement park. In the evening, you may choose to attend a Royal Waltz Concert in an elegant hall. Overnight cruise to Dürnstein. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.
Day 5 – Day 5: From Dürnstein to Passau
- Passau
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- Melk Abbey
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Take a guided hike up to the castle ruins in Dürnstein or join a guided walk and hear the legendary tale of King Richard the Lionheart. Later, sail through the Wachau Valley to Melk, where you can join a walk along the Danube river or take a guided tour of Melk’s Benedictine Abbey. Enjoy a wine tasting on board as you prepare to sail to Passau. Overnight cruise to Passau. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.
Day 6 – Day 6: Discovering Passau
- Passau
- Regensburg
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Join an afternoon guided city walk to learn more about the beautiful 'City of Three Rivers'. Alternatively, you may join a full day guided optional excursion to Salzburg, the city of Mozart, or to the picturesque Bohemian town of Cesky Krumlov. Overnight cruise to Regensburg. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.
Day 7 – Day 7: Exploring Regensburg
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- Porta Praetoria
- Old Town Hall
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Explore Walhalla by bike or join a guided city walk to see Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall) and Porta Pretoria. 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. Enjoy live entertainment after dinner as you cruise toward Roth. Overnight cruise to Roth. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.
Day 8 – Day 8: From Roth to Bamberg
- Nuremberg
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- Schloss Spielberg
- Nuremberg lock
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Enjoy an onboard lecture about the Main-Danube Canal. Take a guided sightseeing tour of the Bavarian town of Roth, including Schloss Ratibor, or choose a guided tour of Nuremberg’s medieval architecture and Kaiserburg Castle. Alternatively, join a guided tour of the historic Nuremberg Rally Grounds. Relax onboard with live entertainment as you sail to Bamberg. Overnight cruise to Bamberg. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.
Day 9 – Day 9: Bamberg to Volkach
- Bamberg
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- Monster Park
- Bamberg Cathedral
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Start your day with a bike ride along the canals in Bamberg or join a guided walking tour of the former home to imperial dynasties, including its Romanesque cathedral and Old Town Hall. Attend an onboard lecture to learn about European history and culture. Afternoon and overnight cruise to Volkach. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.
Day 10 – Day 10: Volkach to Kitzingen
Day 10: Volkach to Kitzingen
Bike along the Main Danube Canal or join a walking tour of the quaint town of Volkach with its half-timbered houses and cobblestoned streets. You may choose to join a guided optional excursion to the beautiful Bavarian town of Rothenburg. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon while cruising to Kitzingen. Overnight docking in Kitzingen. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.
Day 11 – Day 11: From Kitzingen to Miltenberg via Würzburg
- Würzburg
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- Würzburg Residence
- Old Main Bridge
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Enjoy an easy bike ride along the river or take a guided sightseeing tour of Würzburg with its Old Main Bridge and baroque Bishop’s Residenz. Spend the afternoon enjoying a leisurely sailing. Afternoon and overnight cruise to Miltenberg. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.
Day 12 – Day 12: Miltenberg to Rüdesheim
Day 12: Miltenberg to Rüdesheim
- Wildpferde Aschaffenburg
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Join a guided walking tour of Miltenberg, showcasing its medieval half-timber homes and Germany’s oldest inn. Later, enjoy onboard entertainment as you cruise to Rüdesheim. Afternoon and overnight cruise to Rüdesheim. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.
Day 13 – Day 13: From Rüdesheim to Engers
Day 13: From Rüdesheim to Engers
- Eltz Castle
- Loreley-linie port
- Roemerhalle Bad Kreuznach
- Gutenberg Museum
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Enjoy a hike through the picturesque vineyards of Rüdesheim or take an open-air cable car ride to the Niederwald Monument. Visit the incredible Mechanical Music Museum and taste the authentic Rüdesheimer coffee. In the afternoon, cruise through the dramatic Rhine Gorge and see the famous Lorelei rock. Enjoy a classical music concert at Engers Castle. Afternoon cruise to Engers. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.
Day 14 – Day 14: From Cologne to Amsterdam
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- Cologne Cathedral
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Start your day with a bike ride in Cologne or join a guided walking tour of the city's important Jewish heritage sites. Alternatively, take a guided city walk of Cologne and explore the Old City and its soaring twin-steepled Gothic cathedral. Spend free time over a glass of Kölsch pale lager, locally brewed for over 100 years. Afternoon and overnight cruise to Amsterdam. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.
Day 15 – Day 15: Exploring Amsterdam
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Start your day with an early morning walk in Amsterdam or explore the iconic waterways of the city with a guided canal cruise. 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. Spend free time on your own to explore the colorful cafés, galleries, bridges, and canals of Amsterdam. Overnight docking in Amsterdam. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.
Day 16 – Day 16: Departure from Amsterdam
- Amsterdam - Departure day
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Your memorable 16-day European tour concludes after breakfast. Depart from Amsterdam with beautiful memories of the rich history, diverse cultures, and stunning landscapes you've experienced. Breakfast is included.
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