The Danube from Germany to Romania with 1 Night in Bucharest and 2 Nights in Transylvania
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18 Day River Cruise Vilshofen to Bucharest
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cruise: WDOY
18 Day River Cruise Vilshofen to Bucharest
Embark on an 18-day journey from Germany to Romania, concluding with two nights in mysterious Transylvania. Spend time exploring the beauty of this area with expert Local Guides after your cruise, including superior accommodations, sightseeing, and complimentary transfer from your Avalon Suite Ship®.
Begin your Danube River cruise in Vilshofen, Germany and sail to Passau—the “City of Three Rivers.” In Austria, visit its lovely towns along the Danube, including Linz, Dürnstein, Ybbs—from where you can take a visit to Melk Abbey, and Vienna. See the gilded sights and indulge in Austrian specialties and sweets. Explore picturesque vineyards and ancient castles of the “Blue Danube” with a Viennese Waltz lilting in the air. Explore the incredible Habsburg Empire and see the royal family’s Imperial Palace, the historic Opera House, and St. Stephen’s Cathedral in Vienna. Visit Budapest—the “Pearl of the Danube,” and experience the beauty and history of the Balkan States of Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, and Romania—from ancient archaeological sites to amazing architecture and art. Your cruise concludes with a visit to the Romanian capital of Bucharest. Called the “Paris of the East,” its lovely tree-lined boulevards include the Arc de Triomphe and the Royal Palace Square. This amazing odyssey through history and legendary beauty on a European river cruise, concluding with an escorted tour of Transylvania, is the trip of a lifetime!
A Journey That Changes with the Seasons.
From the energy of summer to the softer rhythms of fall and spring, this iconic journey on the Danube reveals something special in every season. You may discover springtime traditions with local beekeepers, visit a traditional salaš (farmhouse) to learn about its heritage and sample local, fresh products, wander through vibrant summer lavender fields before visiting a local distillery where fragrant blossoms are transformed into soothing oils or savor the rich flavors of autumn by taking part in the traditional craft of making rakija, a traditional fruit brandy. It’s the same legendary Danube – beautifully shaped by the season in which you experience it.
Begin your Danube River cruise in Vilshofen, Germany and sail to Passau—the “City of Three Rivers.” In Austria, visit its lovely towns along the Danube, including Linz, Dürnstein, Ybbs—from where you can take a visit to Melk Abbey, and Vienna. See the gilded sights and indulge in Austrian specialties and sweets. Explore picturesque vineyards and ancient castles of the “Blue Danube” with a Viennese Waltz lilting in the air. Explore the incredible Habsburg Empire and see the royal family’s Imperial Palace, the historic Opera House, and St. Stephen’s Cathedral in Vienna. Visit Budapest—the “Pearl of the Danube,” and experience the beauty and history of the Balkan States of Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, and Romania—from ancient archaeological sites to amazing architecture and art. Your cruise concludes with a visit to the Romanian capital of Bucharest. Called the “Paris of the East,” its lovely tree-lined boulevards include the Arc de Triomphe and the Royal Palace Square. This amazing odyssey through history and legendary beauty on a European river cruise, concluding with an escorted tour of Transylvania, is the trip of a lifetime!
A Journey That Changes with the Seasons.
From the energy of summer to the softer rhythms of fall and spring, this iconic journey on the Danube reveals something special in every season. You may discover springtime traditions with local beekeepers, visit a traditional salaš (farmhouse) to learn about its heritage and sample local, fresh products, wander through vibrant summer lavender fields before visiting a local distillery where fragrant blossoms are transformed into soothing oils or savor the rich flavors of autumn by taking part in the traditional craft of making rakija, a traditional fruit brandy. It’s the same legendary Danube – beautifully shaped by the season in which you experience it.