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Istanbul, Budapest & Vienna | European River Cruise Odyssey

16 Day Fly, Stay & River Cruise Holiday with $3500 Bonus Value Including City Stay, Exclusive Package Savings & More

  • Low Deposit $999*pp
  • $3500 Bonus Value
  • Sail | May 2026

Book By 30 April 2025

Set Sail on 8 May 2026

Product Code: MC-35042

Istanbul, Budapest & Vienna | European River Cruise Odyssey

16 Day Fly, Stay & River Cruise Holiday with $3500 Bonus Value Including City Stay, Exclusive Package Savings & More

  • Low Deposit $999*pp
  • $3500 Bonus Value
  • Sail | May 2026

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Economy flights to Istanbul returning from Vienna

BONUS 2 Night hotel stay to explore the city of Istanbul at your leisure
One way flight from Istanbul to Bucharest
BONUS Airport to hotel transfer in Bucharest

BONUS 1 Night hotel stay with Avalon Waterways to explore the city of Bucharest at your leisure
BONUS Hotel to cruise port transfer

Enjoy a 12 day river cruise Romania to Vienna onboard Avalon Waterways in a Deluxe Riverview Stateroom
Cruise along the historic Danube, Main, and Rhine Rivers
Enjoy an overnight stay onboard in Budapest & Amsterdam

Seasonal & locally sourced A La Carte menus across flexible dining venues
Regional wine & beer served with lunch & dinner + daily happy hour
Specialty onboard entertainment
BONUS Wifi onboard & prepaid gratuities
BONUS Daily on shore excursions with expert guides

BONUS 1 Night hotel stay to explore the city of Vienna at your leisure

Take advantage of this exclusive bonus-packed cruise deal, without breaking the bank.

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Istanbul, Turkey

Welcome to Istanbul, the cultural capital of Turkey and meeting place of East and West. This vibrant city is filled with iconic sites, including Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower. Shop for ceramics, lamps and rugs at the Grand Bazaar and be sure to sample some sweet Turkish delight. Enjoy a 2-night hotel stay to explore this exciting city.

 
Bucharest, Romania

Take a one way flight from Istanbul to Bucharest. The ‘Paris of the East’. Romania’s hip capital is a city of contrasts, blending Belle Epoque architecture with utilitarian communist-era blocks. Learn more about Romania’s storied past at the Palace of Parliament, wander the cobbled alleyways of Lipscani and relax in the sun at one of Bucharest’s many parks. Enjoy a 1-night hotel stay to explore this exciting city.

 
Bucharest - Oltenita (embarkation)

Embark your 12 day river cruise Romania to Vienna onboard Avalon Waterways today.

 
Rousse, Bulgaria. Veliko târnovo & Arbanassi excursion

Explore the historic charm of Rousse, Bulgaria, with two excursion options: a bike tour with your Avalon Adventure Host or a guided sightseeing tour, featuring the Holy Trinity Church. For a deeper journey, visit Veliko Târnovo, Bulgaria’s ancient capital, and Arbanassi’s stunning 15th-century Bulgarian Revival architecture.

 
Vidin, Bulgaria

Welcome to Vidin. As one of Bulgaria’s oldest towns, Vidin is the place to visit if you’re interested in the architectural relics of the nation’s historic empires. Baba Vida Fortress is the best-preserved medieval castle in the country, where you can see incredible views across the Danube. Nearby is the small town of Belogradchik, famed for its formidable ancient fortress and incredible rock formations.

 
Donji Milanovic, Serbia–iron gates gorge. excursion to Lepenski Vir - Golubač

Sail through the breathtaking Iron Gates Gorge, a natural border between Serbia and Romania. Choose between an active excursion with a scenic walk led by your Adventure Host or a guided tour to Lepenski Vir, a Mesolithic archaeological site filled with prehistoric artifacts and stunning views of the Danube Gorge. Continue to Golubač to explore the formidable medieval Golubač Fortress, a key historical site with a rich past of border defence and conflicts. Then, enjoy an overnight cruise to Belgrade.

 
Belgrade, Serbia

Welcome to Belgrade. The ‘White City’ is a reflection of Serbia’s storied past, blending Habsburg and Ottoman architectural relics with grids of socialist-era blocks. Take a stroll through Kalemegdan Park, explore the imposing Belgrade Fortress, admire the Orthodox architecture of Saint Sava and uncover the nation’s tumultuous history at the Museum of Yugoslavia.

 
Novi Sad, Serbia

Welcome to Novi Sad. This vibrant city is teeming with bustling pedestrian laneways, colourful buildings and café-lined squares. Novi Sad’s finest architecture can be found at Freedom Square, while Petrovaradin Fortress is one of Serbia’s most impressive monuments and a must-see during your visit.

 
Ilok, Croatia - Vukovar, Croatia

Start your day with a walking tour of Ilok, known for its rich Croatian heritage, followed by hilltop vintages—a wine tasting in a local cellar where you’ll hear stories of the region’s winemaking traditions. Afterward, enjoy a scenic sail to Vukovar, Croatia’s largest river port. Here, embark on a walking tour to explore the city’s resilience and history. In the evening, unwind with live entertainment on board. Then, enjoy an overnight cruise to Mohács.

 
Mohács, Hungary (excursion to Pécs)

Welcome to Mohacs. Here you can relive the watershed moment when the Hungarian army was defeated by the Turks in 1526 at the Historical Memorial Park. Don’t miss a visit to the nearby city of Pecs, where you can explore 4th-century Christian underground tombs, murals and Turkish architecture.

 
Budapest, Hungary

Welcome to Budapest, the classically stunning capital of Hungary. Journey up Castle Hill to Buda’s Old Town, where the countless museums trace city life from Roman times onward. Don’t miss Trinity Square, home to the 13th century Matthias Church and the fairy tale turrets of the Fisherman’s Bastion. Enjoy an overnight onboard stay to explore this exciting city.

 
Bratislava, Slovakia

Welcome to Bratislava! This Central European city is full of character and beloved for its folk culture, history, and lively dining scene. Must-sees on your stay in Bratislava include the Gothic old town, the storybook Bratislava Castle, and the whimsical Blue Church. 

 
Vienna, Austria

Disembark Avalon Illumination in Vienna today. The famed capital city of Austria! Home to Mozart, Beethoven and Freud, this opulent city is known for its palaces, museums, and architecture. Don’t forget to have a taste of the city’s delectable cuisine and visit the theatre to experience the music Vienna is revered for. Enjoy a 1-night hotel stay to explore this exciting city.

 
Vienna, Austria

Farewell Vienna as you board your flight home, or ask us about our flexible flights and extend your stay.

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Price based on cruise sail date 8 May 2026

Price based on departing from Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney

Based on Deluxe Stateroom (D)view stateroom

Upgrade to Panorama Suite (B) from $2999 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Panorama Suite (A) from $3199 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Panorama Suite (P) from $3499 per personview stateroom

Prices are per person twin share in AUD, and subject to availability and currency fluctuations.
Pricing is subject to change until reservation is confirmed. Please note – Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions are subject to change and availability.
Seasonal and/or flight routing surcharges may apply. Flights may not be direct or operate daily.  Disruptions to cruising and itinerary may occur.

Important – if your cruise holiday package is made up of consecutive back to back sailings, there is a chance that you may be allocated different cabin numbers on each voyage and may be required to change cabins throughout your journey.

Please note upgrade amounts advertised may be based on lead in obstructed view staterooms.

Please note – onboard benefits valued at has been converted into Australian Dollars from the onboard currency. Details of the onboard currency can be provided by your consultant at the time of enquiry.  Shore excursions and other items such as alcoholic beverages & laundry are an additional cost. Should onboard gratuities or hotel service charges not already be included in your package, these are mandatory and charged by the cruise line to your onboard account on a day by day basis.
Itineraries are subject to change at any time without notice.

Due to security reasons, all guests must be on board 2 hours before sailing.
Disembarkation usually begins 2 hours after docking.

Please note: Flight deviations requested by the traveller incur a fee of $150AUD per person plus any additional airfare and or tax charges.  These will be advised by our Cruise After Sales / Air Department at the time of selecting your flights

Please note that a majority of US based (including Hawaii) hotels impose a daily mandatory additional charge that is automatically added to your bill by the hotel. There are various inclusions provided for these resort fees. These fees are separate from, cannot be prepaid prior to arrival and are in addition to our advertised package.
Please note many European hotels charge a nominal daily City Tourist Tax which is utilised locally for tourism-related purposes and to improve the local infrastructure in the area. This tax is collected by the hotels directly from the customer and the amount can vary by region, hotel size or type. Local regulations state this must be collected by the hotel and cannot be prepaid.

It is your responsibility to ensure that you have checked the Visa requirements for all countries visited on this itinerary.
China, Russia, India, Canada, and the USA require visas to be arranged prior to sailing for all Australian passport holders.
For Non-Australian passport holders please check with the appropriate embassy.

** Low Deposit Policy
A second deposit (part payment) will be required/date & amount will be supplied by the consultant at the time of booking.


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