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Cruise itinerary : Magnificent Europe
Day 1: Amsterdam, Holland (embarkation)
Welcome to Holland. Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding. Flights into Amsterdam must arrive by 3:30 pm.
Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm.
During tulip season, you may take a Guided Optional Excursion to the gardens at Keukenhof—with more than seven million tulips, daffodils and hyacinths as well as other bulbs, planted each year. Outside of tulip season, consider joining a Guided Optional Excursion to Zaanse Schans to see historic windmills and charming Dutch houses.
Spend free time exploring the colorful streets, bridges, and canals of Amsterdam—with its many cafés and art galleries.
Overnight docking in Amsterdam. Dinner
Day 2: Amsterdam
Discover the true beauty of Amsterdam with an off-the-beaten-path Guided Walking Tour through its cobblestone streets for a captivating look at this legendary city, OR:
Explore the iconic waterways of Amsterdam with a Guided Canal Cruise past stately homes of Amsterdam’s “Golden Age.”
This afternoon, choose among the Guided Optional Excursions available.
While we include your choice of many excursions on your trip, you may wish to explore other option to enhance your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be available for purchase on your cruise.
Afternoon/overnight cruise to Cologne. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Cologne, Germany
Prost! Celebrate in the Rhineland
Join your Adventure Host for today’s special activities.
Enjoy a bike ride like the locals in Cologne with your Adventure, OR;
Join a Guided Walking Tour of Cologne’s important Jewish heritage sites, OR;
Take a Guided City Walk of Cologne—explore the Old City and see its soaring twin-steepled gothic cathedral.
Overnight cruise to Rudesheim. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Rhine Gorge - Rudesheim
En route to Rüdesheim, sail through the Rhine Gorge (a UNESCO World Heritage site). Take in the breathtaking views of ancient castles perched on cliffs 400 feet above the water, and pass the legendary Rock of the Lorelei—where the mythological siren’s songs lured ill-fated sailors.
Enjoy a hike with your Avalon Adventure Host through the picturesque vineyards of Rüdesheim, OR:
Tour the incredible Mechanical Music Museum for a one-of-a-kind instrumental experience; enjoy a tasting of the authentic Rüdesheimer coffee, OR:
Take a Guided Visit to the historic 18th-century wooden-barrel cellar of Johannisberg Castle and enjoy a delicious wine tasting.*
Later, local musicians will join us on board for live entertainment.
Afternoon/overnight cruise to Miltenberg. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Miltenberg
Beauty on the Main River
Ask about today’s energizing or relaxing Adventure Host activities.
Enjoy a Bike Tour with your Adventure Host to explore this charming medieval town and surrounding area, OR:
Join a Guided Walking Tour of Miltenberg, a showcase of medieval half-timber homes and home to Germany’s oldest inn.
Evening/overnight cruise to Wurzburg. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Wurzburg
Take a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Würzburg with its Old Main Bridge, towering fortress, and baroque Bishop’s Residenz—with the largest known ceiling fresco.
Enjoy the city on your own or visit a local winery.
This evening, enjoy on board for live entertainment.
Overnight docking in Wurzburg. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Volkach
Storybook Settings
You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to the beautiful Bavarian town of Rothenburg. See the local sights and enjoy the fairytale atmosphere that has inspired artists.
Sail to Volkach and get ready for your afternoon activity.
Bike along the Main Danube Canal with your Adventure Host, OR:
Join a Walking Tour of the quaint town of Volkach with its half-timbered houses and cobblestoned streets.
Evening/overnight cruise to Bamberg. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8: Bamberg
The City of Seven Hills
Your bike is ready! Hop on and bike along the canals in Bamberg with your Adventure Host, OR:
Take a Guided Walking Tour of the former home to imperial dynasties, and see its Romanesque cathedral, Old Town Hall, and seven hills crowned with churches.
Attend an onboard lecture to learn about European history and culture.
Later, enjoy live entertainment performance while sailing this evening.
Afternoon/overnight cruise to Nuremberg. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9: Nuremberg
Legends and History Lessons
Visit the Adventure Center for today’s activities with your Adventure Host.
Join your Adventure Host for a walk to discover the surrounding neighboring, OR:
Enjoy a Guided Sightseeing Tour of the Bavarian town of Roth—with its half-timbered houses, market square, and 1535 hunting lodge Schloss Ratibor, OR;
Join a Guided Tour of the historic Nuremberg Rally Grounds—used by the Third Reich.
Enjoy an Onboard Lecture about the Main-Danube Canal—linking these two rivers to make a vital connection enabling navigation between the North and Black Seas.
Afternoon/overnight cruise to Regensburg. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10: Regensburg
Bavaria’s Medieval Miracle
Explore Walhalla by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:
Join a Guided City Walk and see Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall) and Porta Pretoria—built in 179 AD as the entrance to Castra Regina fortress
You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to visit the Benedictine Monastery in Weltenburg.
Alternatively, spend a free afternoon exploring Regensburg on foot or by bike through its charming streets.
Evening/overnight cruise to Passau. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11: Passau - Linz, Austria
Where the Danube, Inn, and Ilz Rivers Meet
Join your Avalon Adventure Host for Hiking from Oberhaus along a trail down to the valley and along Ilz River, OR:
Join a Guided City Walk to learn more about this beautiful “City of Three Rivers.”
You may join a full day Guided Optional Excursion to Salzburg, the city of Mozart, or a full-day Guided Optional Excursion to the picturesque Bohemian town of Cesky Krumlov.
Alternatively, cruise to the lovely town of Linz.
Linz, Austria
Legendary, Lovely Linz
This evening, feel free to explore Linz on your own.
Later, enjoy live entertainment on board
Overnight cruise to Melk. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 12: Melk - Wachau Valley - Vienna
Frescoes Above and Vineyards Below
Join your Avalon Adventure Host for a walk along the Danube river and around Melk., OR:
Take a Guided Tour of the frescoed ceilings, statues, incredible library, and ornate pipe organ of Melk’s Benedictine Abbey.
Enjoy a coffee or cocktail on the Sky Deck as you sail through the picturesque Wachau Valley to wonderful Vienna this afternoon.
Vienna
Viennese Waltzes on the Blue Danube
Consider joining a Guided Optional Excursion to attend a Royal Waltz Concert in an elegant hall this evening..
Overnight docking in Vienna. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 13: Vienna
Royal Collections and Amusing Attractions
Explore Vienna's Danube Island by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:
Enjoy a Guided Visit to House of Strauss and embark on an interactive journey through Vienna's illustrious past at an immersive audio-visual experience. After the tour, enjoy a coffee and homemade cake, OR:
Explore the Habsburg Empire with a morning Guided City Tour of Vienna’s gilded landmarks. See the Imperial Palace complex—the winter residence of the Imperial Family, the iconic Vienna Opera House, and stunning St. Stephen’s Cathedral.
You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to Schönbrunn Palace—summer home of the Habsburg family.
Consider a tram ride to Vienna’s Prater amusement park or to one of the many museums nearby.
Later, enjoy live entertainment as you sail to Budapest.
Evening/overnight cruise to Budapest. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 14: Budapest, Hungary
The Pearl of the Danube
Hike up to a magnificent viewpoint in Budapest with your Adventure Host, OR:
Enjoy a Guided City Sightseeing tour of Budapest, including the iconic Heroes’ Square
This afternoon choose among the Optional Guided Excursions available or enjoy Budapest on your own. Indulge in a piece of cream cake in one of the many cafés. Consider a scenic hike above the Danube.
Overnight docking in Budapest. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 15: Budapest (disembarkation)
Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning. Breakfast
Departure dates and prices 2026 Magnificent Europe - 7% discount on all dates
Prices shown exclude flights and transfers
Avalon brochure price in black
Travel 55 discount price in red
Telephone Avalon on 0330 0588 237 and quote the code TRAVEL55
| Cruise WAB 15 Day River Cruise Amsterdam to Budapest. The price listed does not include your airfare, taxes or fees, call Avalon for a quote. Don't forget to quote TRAVEL55 for your 7% discount off cruise only price | ||||
| Departure Dates | Ship (Avalon) | Stateroom | Suite | Royal Suite |
| May 14 | Expression | £5684 £5287 |
Sold Out | Sold Out |
| May 30 | Illumination | £5284 £4915 |
Sold Out | Sold Out |
| June 23 | Impression | £4806 £4470 |
£6905 £6422 |
Sold Out |
| July 9 | Expression | £3500 £3256 |
£4500 £4186 |
Sold Out |
| August 1 | Illumination | Sold Out | £4500 £4186 |
£8927 £8303 |
| August 18 | Impression | £3500 £3256 |
£4500 £4186 |
Sold Out |
| September 10 | Expression | £5284 £4915 |
Sold Out | Sold Out |
| September 26 | Illumination | £4806 £4470 |
£7055 £6562 |
£9505 £8840 |
| October 13 | Impression | Sold Out | £6177 £5745 |
Sold Out |
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Prices above do not include international air travel. To add flights anPoetry IId overseas transfers to your holiday, please call Cosmos. Prices are per person, based on double room occupancy. Extra nights before and after your tour may be available, call Cosmos. Please see Cosmos Terms & Conditions for further details. Please check tour details with the operator at time of booking as Cennet Ltd cannot be held responsible for any errors showing on it’s website |
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Avalon Waterways
Magnificent Europe - River Main Cruise Holidays
7% discount on cruise price - 15 Days
2026 prices from only £3256
From Amsterdam to Budapest, and in many exciting stops along the way, experience the culture of Central Europe in a unique way on this timeless river cruise vacation. Amsterdam is Holland’s lively capital—both historical and modern. This colorful city is loved for its vibrant mix of sophisticated architecture and classic squares and canals. See the treasures of this 700-year-old city from a unique perspective on a canal cruise along the elegant grachten. On to Germany for a guided city walk in Cologne—the stunning 2,000-year-old city known for its Gothic-style architecture. Sail through the dramatic Rhine Gorge, offering the most beautiful view of the Rhine River, and stop in the charming wine town of Rüdesheim. Enjoy guided sightseeing in Würzburg, Volkach, Bamberg, Nuremberg, and Regensburg, and sail the Main Danube Canal, which connects the Main and Danube Rivers. Your first stop in Austria is the lovely town of Melk. Visit its magnificent Benedictine Abbey, then sail through the picturesque Wachau Valley. Your local experts will also introduce you to two capital cities: Vienna, Austria, also known as “The City of Music” for inspiring the creative genius of Mozart, Beethoven, and Strauss; and lively Budapest, Hungary, with its unique energy and countless must-see sites. This truly is a river cruise to remember!
We have only a small number of Avalon cruises on our site, they really do have a very wide choice of cruises. To see the collection request a brochure here
Travel 55 in association with Avalon Waterways. To book a luxury cruise call direct on 0330 0588 237 and quote the code TRAVEL55 you will then receive a 7% discount off the cruise only price as listed in brochure or Avalon website.
Avalon choice
Avalon has designed included activities with a choice of experiences. We invite you to select the tours, activities, and events that interest you most, so you can experience your cruise your way. Plus, we offer independent exploration options and the use of our exclusive AvalonGO APP on most of our cruises.
Below are 3 types of included shore excursions for you to experience.
Classic - Your local expert is ready to guide you through the history and heritage of local destinations. You’ll marvel at the legends, lore, and spectacular architecture of iconic and historic sites.
Discovery - We’ve found inspiring and interactive activities to speak to your interests - from cooking classes, to painting workshops - to immerse yourself in each culture you explore.
Active - Embark on energetic excursions to keep you in motion and on the go - from a guided jogging tour of Amsterdam, to biking, paddling, and hiking your way through scenic locales.
Start sooner, stay longer
Avalon makes it easy to experience holiday your way with seamless extension options before and after your cruise.
YourWay offers added nights in a selection of locales. From Budapest to Bucharest, you can spend a little or a lot more time getting to know more on shore with YourWay custom itineraries.
Call Avalon for more details - their number is 0330 0588 237, don't forget to quote TRAVEL55 for 7% discount off cruise price only
More Main cruises
Avalon have an excellent choice of Main cruises - to see the colleciton request a brochure here
You can claim our 7% discount off the cruise price only, by booking direct with Avalon on 0330 0588 237 and quoting TRAVEL55. You can claim the discount on any cruise, whether it is showing on our site or not.
Here are just some of their Main cruises -
Magnificent Rivers of Europe
Magnificent Rivers of Europe with 3 nights in Prague
German Grandeur (eastbound)
Enchanted Europe (eastbound)
Enchanted Europe for beer enthusiasts (westbound)
German Grandeur for beer enthusiasts (westbound)
Air arrangements
Hassle free complete holiday booking
Rather than spending hours researching flights to coordinate with your holiday start and end dates, let Avalon handle the details. When they book your flights, if there are any changes to your holiday schedule, they make the air changes for you (subject to airline revision fees and/or airline-imposed change or cancellation fees).
As a completely independent travel company, they have no ties to any one airline. Avalon negotiate the lowest possible airfares with the world's finest carriers on your behalf. Plus, Avalon’s buying power means generally better rates for you.
A view with a room
Avalon Expression
Expression features two full decks of Panorama Suites with wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows that transform the living space into river cruising's only Open-Air Balcony. With 200 square feet, Panorama Suites are more than 30% larger than the industry standard, affording you the incomparable opportunity to wake each morning to splendid passing scenery from your window-facing bed. Stretch out on your Comfort Collection bed and cruise with the world at your feet. 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. Express yourself while cruising your way on the Avalon Expression!
Avalon Expression
Part of Avalon's award-winning fleet of Suite Ships, the Avalon Expression features two full decks of Panorama Suites with wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows that transform the living space into river cruising's only Open-Air Balcony. With 200 square feet, Panorama Suites are more than 30% larger than the industry standard, affording you the incomparable opportunity to wake each morning to splendid passing scenery from your window-facing bed. Stretch out on your Comfort Collection bed and cruise with the world at your feet. 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. Express yourself while cruising your way on the Avalon Expression!
Avalon Illumination
Shining bright in Avalon's award-winning fleet of Suite Ships, the Avalon Illumination features two full decks of Panorama Suites with wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows that transform your living space into river cruising's only Open-Air Balcony.
With 200 square feet, Panorama Suites are more than 30% larger than the industry standard, affording you the incomparable opportunity to wake each morning to splendid passing scenery from your window-facing bed. Stretch out on your Comfort Collection bed and cruise with the world at your feet. Onboard amenities include an alternative light dining option in the Panorama Bistro, a Fitness Center, complimentary 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. The Avalon Illumination truly shines on Europe's rivers.
