What is included in the cruise fare?

Standard cruise fares include your cabin, onboard meals at main dining venues, most non-specialty entertainment, use of pools and common facilities, and transport between ports of call. Gratuities, specialty dining, alcoholic drinks, shore excursions and onboard spa services are typically billed separately.

How far in advance should I book this cruise?

For popular sailings, booking 6–12 months ahead typically gives the best cabin selection and fares. Last-minute discounts can appear 30–60 days before departure when the cruise line wants to fill remaining cabins on Avalon Illumination.

What documents do I need to board?

Most international itineraries require a passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date. Closed-loop sailings that depart and return to the same U.S. port from Budapest, Hungary may accept a government-issued photo ID plus a certified birth certificate for U.S. citizens — always verify with the cruise line.

Can I change or cancel my booking?

Change and cancellation policies depend on Avalon Waterways's fare type and how close you are to departure. Refundable deposits typically allow changes up to the final-payment date without penalty; closer to sailing, cancellation fees scale up. Review the specific fare rules before booking.

What is a 7-night cruise like?

A 7-night cruise balances relaxing sea days with active port days. You can expect a mix of onboard programming — dining, entertainment, spa and fitness — and multiple shore excursions from Avalon Illumination. Pack for both formal nights and casual deck days.

Avalon Illumination 7-night Active & Discovery On The Danube from Budapest, Hungary, Sep 5, 2027

Avalon Waterways · Avalon Illumination · Sep 05, 2027 – Sep 12, 2027

Visit Budapest, Hungary, Visegrad, Vienna, Krems, Grein and 5 more ports

Departure Budapest, Hungary

Return Vilshofen

Duration 7 Nights

From $5351 pp

Itinerary

Day 1

Budapest, Hungary Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 2

Visegrad Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 3

Vienna Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 4

Vienna Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 5

Krems Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 6

Grein Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 6

Mauthausen Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 6

Linz Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 7

Engelhartszell Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 7

Schlögen Oxbow Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 8

Vilshofen Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM

Cabin Prices

Prices as of 2026-10-19.

Prices per person, based on double occupancy in USD.

Ocean View $5351

Suite $7450

Ports of Call

Budapest, Hungary
Visegrad
Vienna
Krems
Grein
Mauthausen
Linz
Engelhartszell
Schlögen Oxbow
Vilshofen

About This Cruise

7-night Avalon Waterways Avalon Illumination cruise from Budapest, Hungary to Visegrad, Vienna, Krems and Grein Compare cabins from $5,351.

Cruise Line Avalon Waterways

Ship Avalon Illumination

Frequently asked questions

What is included in the cruise fare?: Standard cruise fares include your cabin, onboard meals at main dining venues, most non-specialty entertainment, use of pools and common facilities, and transport between ports of call. Gratuities, specialty dining, alcoholic drinks, shore excursions and onboard spa services are typically billed separately.
How far in advance should I book this cruise?: For popular sailings, booking 6–12 months ahead typically gives the best cabin selection and fares. Last-minute discounts can appear 30–60 days before departure when the cruise line wants to fill remaining cabins on Avalon Illumination.
What documents do I need to board?: Most international itineraries require a passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date. Closed-loop sailings that depart and return to the same U.S. port from Budapest, Hungary may accept a government-issued photo ID plus a certified birth certificate for U.S. citizens — always verify with the cruise line.
Can I change or cancel my booking?: Change and cancellation policies depend on Avalon Waterways's fare type and how close you are to departure. Refundable deposits typically allow changes up to the final-payment date without penalty; closer to sailing, cancellation fees scale up. Review the specific fare rules before booking.
What is a 7-night cruise like?: A 7-night cruise balances relaxing sea days with active port days. You can expect a mix of onboard programming — dining, entertainment, spa and fitness — and multiple shore excursions from Avalon Illumination. Pack for both formal nights and casual deck days.