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7 Nights - Nuremberg To Budapest

7-night Festive Season On The Legendary Danube Cruise

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7 Nights - Nuremberg To Budapest

  • Avalon Waterways: Avalon Illumination
  • |
  • November 29, 2026

itinerary

  1. Day 1
    Nuremberg
    | Sun Nov 29, 2026
  2. Day 2
    Nuremberg
    | Mon Nov 30, 2026
  3. Day 3
    Regensburg
    | Tue Dec 1, 2026
  4. Day 4
    Passau
    | Wed Dec 2, 2026
  5. Day 5
    Melk
    | Thu Dec 3, 2026
  6. Day 6
    Vienna
    | Fri Dec 4, 2026
  7. Day 7
    Budapest
    | Sat Dec 5, 2026
  8. Day 8
    Budapest
    | Sun Dec 6, 2026
Itinerary map
Nuremberg/Budapest
Sailing Features
  • 7 Nights
  • Nov 29, 2026 / Dec 6, 2026
  • Nuremberg
  • Budapest
  • Avalon Illumination
  • 8 Land Tours
Bonus Offers
Exclusive Amenities Available:
  • One Complimentary Pre or Post-Cruise Night OR $300 per Couple Savings*

*Savings, applied to a purchased Land Extension, is provided only if the Pre or Post-Cruise Night is unavailable.

Suites

Choose the perfect room for you
Suite
From: $6,079
Suite
Royal Suite - S

Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door with French Balcony, Full shower with glass door, Writing desk, Vanity, Bed, Sink, Toilet, Sofa, Coffee table. Size: 258 sq.ft. Stateroom Amenities: • Comfort Collection by Avalon • Deluxe beds with premium mattress covers • Egyptian super-combed cotton linens • European-style duvets • Choice of soft or firm pillows • Extra blankets • Choice of bed configuration • Nightly turn-down service • Bedside tables with reading lamps • Hairdryer • L'Occitane bath amenities • Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage • Easy under-bed luggage storage • Flatscreen satellite TV with movie channels • Alarm clock • Direct-dial telephone • Bathrobes & slippers • Well-stocked minibar • Complimentary bottled water • In-room safe • Individual climate control • Modern Finishings • Large mirror in bathroom • Marble countertops in bathroom

Suite
Panorama Suite - P

Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door with French Balcony, Full shower with glass door, Writing desk, Vanity, Bed, Sink, Toilet. Size: 172 sq. ft. Stateroom Amenities: • Comfort Collection by Avalon • Deluxe beds with premium mattress covers • Egyptian super-combed cotton linens • European-style duvets • Choice of soft or firm pillows • Extra blankets • Choice of bed configuration • Nightly turn-down service • Bedside tables with reading lamps • Hairdryer • L'Occitane bath amenities • Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage • Easy under-bed luggage storage • Flatscreen satellite TV with movie channels • Alarm clock • Direct-dial telephone • Bathrobes & slippers • Well-stocked minibar • Complimentary bottled water • In-room safe • Individual climate control • Modern Finishings • Large mirror in bathroom

Suite
Panorama Suite - A

Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door with French Balcony, Full shower with glass door, Writing desk, Vanity, Bed, Sink, Toilet. Size: 172 sq. ft. Stateroom Amenities: • Comfort Collection by Avalon • Deluxe beds with premium mattress covers • Egyptian super-combed cotton linens • European-style duvets • Choice of soft or firm pillows • Extra blankets • Choice of bed configuration • Nightly turn-down service • Bedside tables with reading lamps • Hairdryer • L'Occitane bath amenities • Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage • Easy under-bed luggage storage • Flatscreen satellite TV with movie channels • Alarm clock • Direct-dial telephone • Bathrobes & slippers • Well-stocked minibar • Complimentary bottled water • In-room safe • Individual climate control • Modern Finishings • Large mirror in bathroom

Suite
Panorama Suite - B

Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door with French Balcony, Full shower with glass door, Writing desk, Vanity, Bed, Sink, Toilet. Size: 172 sq. ft. Stateroom Amenities: • Comfort Collection by Avalon • Deluxe beds with premium mattress covers • Egyptian super-combed cotton linens • European-style duvets • Choice of soft or firm pillows • Extra blankets • Choice of bed configuration • Nightly turn-down service • Bedside tables with reading lamps • Hairdryer • L'Occitane bath amenities • Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage • Easy under-bed luggage storage • Flatscreen satellite TV with movie channels • Alarm clock • Direct-dial telephone • Bathrobes & slippers • Well-stocked minibar • Complimentary bottled water • In-room safe • Individual climate control • Modern Finishings • Large mirror in bathroom

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Avalon Illumination cruise ship

Avalon Waterways:   Avalon Illumination

The Avalon Illumination truly shines on Europe's rivers. Onboard amenities include an alternative light dining option in the Panorama Bistro, a Fitness Center, complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi access, and a spacious Sky Deck with premium lounge chairs, whirlpool, and light al fresco lunches at the Sky Bistro on the Sky Deck. 
  • Built Year:
    2014
  • Ship Length:
    443
  • Number of Crew:
    47
  • Dining / Restaurants:
    2
  • Pool:
    Yes
  • Bars / Lounges:
    6
  • Fitness Center:
    Yes
  • Number of Staterooms:
    83
  • Number of Suites:
    67
  • Kids Friendly:
    No
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