DANUBE SYMPHONY WITH OCTOBERFEST 2026
AVALON WATERWAYS DANUBE CRUISE WITH 2 NIGHTS IN MUNICH WESTBOUND
Embark on a memorable European cruise with Avalon along the Danube River. See Bratislava, Vienna and more!
Explore the Danube for 5 nights from Budapest westward to Bratislava, Vienna, Krems through the Wachau Valley to Ybbs, Mauthausen Linz and ending in Vilshofen Germany. From there travel to Munich for 2 (or up to 4) nights during 2026 Octoberfest!
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About the Sailing
366 days to go
Avalon Expression
Avalon Waterways
Departing Budapest on Thursday, September 24th 2026
7-night trip going to European Rivers (River Cruises)
Visiting: Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Krems, Linz, Vilshofen, Munich
MUNICH ACCOMODATIONS: SOFITEL MUNICH BAYERPOST
Additional nights available upon request and are subject to availability
Flights, transfers and Travel Protection Insurance are additional
Staterooms
Panorama Suite: A
Stateroom Type: Suite
Located on Royal Deck & Sapphire Deck (Forward & AFT)
Suite features include:
- Comfort Collection Beds
- Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
- Soft & firm pillows
- Choice of bed configuration
- Bedside tables with reading lamps
- L'Occitane bath products
- Easy under-bed luggage storage
- Alarm clock
- Direct-dial telephone
- Well-stocked minibar
- In-room safe
- Elegant, contemporary design
- Marble countertops in bathroom
- USB Ports
- 6-person sitting area
- Writing desk and chair
- Sofa
- Luxurious mattress toppers
- European-style duvets
- Extra blankets
- Nightly turn-down service
- Hairdryer
- Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage
- Flatscreen satellite TV with English-speaking channels & over 100 free movie options
- Make-up mirror
- Bathrobes & slippers
- Complimentary bottled water
- Individual climate control
- Large mirror in bathroom
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Window with Open-Air Balcony
- Full shower with glass door
- Vanity and lighted makeup mirror
- Coffee table
Per Guest
Guest 1: $4,859.00
Guest 2: $4,859.00
includes all applicable taxes and fees
Panorama Suite: B
Stateroom Type: Suite
Located on Royal Deck & Sapphire Deck (Forward & AFT)
Suite features include:
- Comfort Collection Beds
- Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
- Soft & firm pillows
- Choice of bed configuration
- Bedside tables with reading lamps
- L'Occitane bath products
- Easy under-bed luggage storage
- Alarm clock
- Direct-dial telephone
- Well-stocked minibar
- In-room safe
- Elegant, contemporary design
- Marble countertops in bathroom
- USB Ports
- 6-person sitting area
- Writing desk and chair
- Sofa
- Luxurious mattress toppers
- European-style duvets
- Extra blankets
- Nightly turn-down service
- Hairdryer
- Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage
- Flatscreen satellite TV with English-speaking channels & over 100 free movie options
- Make-up mirror
- Bathrobes & slippers
- Complimentary bottled water
- Individual climate control
- Large mirror in bathroom
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Window with Open-Air Balcony
- Full shower with glass door
- Vanity and lighted makeup mirror
- Coffee table
Per Guest
Guest 1: $4,788.00
Guest 2: $4,788.00
includes all applicable taxes and fees
Deluxe Stateroom: D
Stateroom Type: Ocean View
Located on Indigo Deck (Forward & AFT)
Suite features include:
- Comfort Collection Beds
- Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
- Soft & firm pillows
- Choice of bed configuration
- Bedside tables with reading lamps
- L'Occitane bath products
- Easy under-bed luggage storage
- Alarm clock
- Bathrobes & slippers
- Complimentary bottled water
- Individual climate control
- Large mirror in bathroom
- USB Ports
- Full shower with glass door
- Vanity and lighted makeup mirror
- Luxurious mattress toppers
- European-style duvets
- Extra blankets
- Nightly turn-down service
- Hairdryer
- Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage
- Flatscreen satellite TV with English-speaking channels & over 100 free movie options
- Direct-dial telephone
- Well-stocked minibar
- In-room safe
- Elegant, contemporary design
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Two windows
- Writing desk and chair
Per Guest
Guest 1: $3,538.00
Guest 2: $3,538.00
includes all applicable taxes and fees
Itinerary
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Day
Date
Port
Arrive
Depart
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Day 1
Date 09/24/2026
Port Budapest
Arrive --
Depart --
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Day 2
Date 09/25/2026
Port Bratislava
Arrive --
Depart --
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Day 3
Date 09/26/2026
Port Vienna
Arrive --
Depart --
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Day 4
Date 09/27/2026
Port Krems
Arrive --
Depart --
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Day 5
Date 09/28/2026
Port Linz
Arrive --
Depart --
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Day 6
Date 09/29/2026
Port Vilshofen
Arrive --
Depart --
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Day 7
Date 09/30/2026
Port Munich
Arrive --
Depart --
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Day 8
Date 10/01/2026
Port Munich
Arrive --
Depart --
About the Avalon Waterways Avalon Expression
Avalon Expression∘ is an innovatively designed Suite Ship which accommodates 166 passengers and offers two full decks of suites, each with wall-to-wall panoramic windows that open to create unique open-air balconies. Designed with superior comfort in mind, Avalon Expression offers upgrades and enhancements∘ throughout, impeccable personal service and attention to detail, as well as elegant dining and sleek, contemporary décor. Every suite provides the very best in size, views and design. Even the placement of the bed allows you to wake up and retire to bed each day facing the magnificent river views.
Details and Deck Plans
| Year Built | 2013 | Capacity | 164 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year Refurbished | -- | Elevators | 1 |
| Registry | -- | Restaurants | 3 |
| Tonnage | 0 | Bars | 1 |
| Cabins | 83 | Pools | -- |
| Wheelchair Accessible Cabins | N | Theaters | N |
| Shops | N | Library | Y |
| Meeting Rooms | N | Casino | N |
| Spa | Y | Disco | N |
| Fitness Center | Y | Children's Program | N |
| Internet Cafe | Y |
- Sky Deck
- Royal Deck
- Sapphire Deck
- Indigo Deck
Sky Deck
Royal Deck
Sapphire Deck
Indigo Deck
Ports of Call
Budapest (Day 1)
Bratislava (Day 2)
Vienna (Day 3)
Krems (Day 4)
Linz (Day 5)
