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The Danube from Romania to Budapest with 1 Night in Bucharest, 2 Nights in Transylvania & 1 Night in Budapest 2026

13 days

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From Bucharest to Budapest

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The food was excellent and plentiful..as was the beverages! The excursions were without a doubt the best way to really see/get to know these countries...and conveniently!
Suzanne, traveled in June
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Operator: Avalon Waterways
River Cruise: Scenic waterways and effortless exploration
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 30 - 160
Ages 8+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Bucharest
Optional Activities
- Explore trendy shops, cafés, and museums
- Visit beautiful homes and churches along Victory Avenue
Day 2
Bucharest - Sinaia - Brașov
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Local lunch)
Included Activities
- Visit Peles Castle in Sinaia
- Visit Cantacuzino Castle
- Local lunch
Landmarks
Peles Castle
Cantacuzino Castle
Day 3
Brașov
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided Sightseeing Tour of Brașov
- Tour of Bran Castle
Optional Activities
- Free time to explore Brașov
Landmarks
Bran Castle
Day 4
Brașov - Bucharest - Oltenita
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided Excursion in Bucharest
- Visit Royal Palace Square
Landmarks
Royal Palace Square
Day 5
Rousse - Veliko Tarnovo - Arbanassi
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided Sightseeing Tour of Rousse
- Visit Holy Trinity Church
Optional Activities
- Bike tour in Rousse with Adventure Host
- Full-day Guided Tour to Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi
Landmarks
Holy Trinity Church
Rock-hewn Churches of Ivanovo
Veliko Tarnovo
Arbanassi
Day 6
Vidin
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Bulgarian folklore show (live entertainment)
Optional Activities
- Bike ride or walking exploration with Adventure Host
- Guided Tour to Belogradchik rock formations
- Visit Baba Vida Fortress
Landmarks
Belogradchik Rock Formations
Baba Vida Fortress
Day 7
Iron Gates Gorge - Golubac
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided Tour to Lepenski Vir archaeological site
- Visit Golubac Fortress
Landmarks
Iron Gates Gorge
Lepenski Vir
Golubac Fortress
Day 8
Belgrade
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided Sightseeing Tour of Belgrade
- View Saint Sava Orthodox Church
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Belgrade's central walkway with Adventure Host
- Optional Guided Biking tour
- Free time exploring Knez Mihailova Street
- Onboard Lecture about Balkan history and culture
Landmarks
Saint Sava Church
Knez Mihailova Street
Day 9
Novi Sad
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided Tour of Novi Sad
Optional Activities
- Walking tour to Petrovaradin Fortress
- Visit Museum of Beekeeping and Živanović Wine Cellar with tasting
Landmarks
Petrovaradin Fortress
Day 10
Ilok - Vukovar
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Ilok with wine tasting
- Walking tour of Vukovar
Day 11
Mohács - Pécs
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided Sightseeing Tour of Mohács
Optional Activities
- Tour of St. Nicholas Watermill
- Guided Tour to Pécs with 4th-century Christian underground tombs and organ concert
Landmarks
St. Nicholas Watermill
Pécs Christian Underground Tombs
Day 12
Budapest
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided Sightseeing Tour of Budapest
- View Heroes' Square
Optional Activities
- Visit Chain Bridge
- Free time exploring cafés and pubs
- Hike through the hills above the Danube
Landmarks
Heroes' Square
Chain Bridge
Day 13
Budapest
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Peles Castle
Cantacuzino Castle

Landmarks
Bran Castle

Landmarks
Royal Palace Square

Landmarks
Holy Trinity Church
Rock-hewn Churches of Ivanovo
Veliko Tarnovo
Arbanassi

Landmarks
Belogradchik Rock Formations
Baba Vida Fortress

Landmarks
Iron Gates Gorge
Lepenski Vir
Golubac Fortress

Landmarks
Saint Sava Church
Knez Mihailova Street

Landmarks
Petrovaradin Fortress

Landmarks
St. Nicholas Watermill
Pécs Christian Underground Tombs

Landmarks
Heroes' Square
Chain Bridge

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Flights
Insurance
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Avalon Waterways

4.6

(234 reviews)

Number of tours

568

Age Range

8 to 99 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

86%

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Avalon Waterways Ship

Avalon Passion
Offering splendid river views, the Avalon Passion offers an exciting array of state-of-the-art amenities. Each Panorama Suite is fitted w… Read more
Built
2016
Guests
84 - 166
Crew
47
Length
135 m / 443 ft
Suites
67
Staterooms
16
Gross Tonnage
2775 gt
Beam
12 m / 39 ft
Cruising Speed
12 kn / 22 kph / 14 mph
Staterooms / Suites Deck Plans Dining

Traveler Reviews

5.0

Overall rating based on 1 Reviews

Itinerary
5.0
Transport
5.0
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
5.0
Food
5.0
Tour Operator
4.6

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Suzanne
June 17th, 2022
5.0
We waited for two years to enjoy this cruise! And yes...it was risky...even though vaccinated and boostered plenty of...
We waited for two years to enjoy this cruise! And yes...it was risky...even though vaccinated and boostered plenty of people got mild cases of Covid. We were coached on taking mask precautions...and for the most part we masked in the excursion buses and at buffet lines. But you get friendly with other diners and spend time with them in social settings not always masked. I thought Mihai/Mike was very attentive to people's health and safety. And was a FANTASTIC Cruise Director...the ship was always cleaned and inviting. The food was excellent and plentiful..as was the beverages! The excursions were without a doubt the best way to really see/get to know these countries...and conveniently! The Balkans have individual border rules, money and language! I cannot image doing it without enjoying the trip through cruising! Avalon...I will definitely cruise with you again!!!Show more
Traveled in May 2022

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Tour ID: 288217

Currencies
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Croatia
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Forint
Hungary
Plugs & Adapters
As a traveler from USA, Canada, England, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F.
Type C
Hungary and Serbia
Type E
Hungary and Serbia
Type F
Hungary and Serbia
Vaccines
- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Bulgaria.Hungary.Serbia.Romania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Bulgaria.Romania. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Bulgaria.Croatia.Hungary.Serbia.Romania. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Croatia.Hungary. Ideally 6 months before travel.
- Typhoid - Recommended for Romania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
Visa
- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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- For any tour departing before July 16th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 16th, 2026, a minimum payment of $250 is required to confirm your booking with Avalon Waterways. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 95 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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The Danube from Romania to Budapest with 1 Night in Bucharest, 2 Nights in Transylvania & 1 Night in Budapest 2026

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