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17 Night Enchanted Europe with 2 Nights in Budapest for Beer Enthusiasts (Westbound) Cruise and Land Tour from Budapest

Ship: Avalon Passion
Cruise Line: Avalon Waterways
Sailed:  Wednesday, Jul 10, 2024 from Budapest, Hungary
Ended: Saturday, Jul 27, 2024
The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Wednesday, Jul 10, 2024 departure of the Avalon Passion. If Avalon Waterways modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing , the modified schedule would not be reflected here.
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Day by Day Summary and Map

Day 1 - Wednesday - Jul 10, 2024
Budapest, Hungary
Budapest, Hungary      
Welcome to Budapest-Hungary's Captivating Capital. The day is yours to relax and enjoy Eastern Europe's shining city on the Danube.
Day 2 - Thursday - Jul 11, 2024
Budapest, Hungary
Budapest, Hungary      
The Pearl of the Danube in the Heart of Europe. Take in the beauty of Budapest while enjoying a free afternoon exploring such famous sights as the Chain Bridge. Get to know the city's cafes and pubs, or take a hike through the hills above the Danube. (Breakfast)
Day 3 - Friday - Jul 12, 2024
Budapest, Hungary
Budapest, Hungary      
Cruise Begins      
Budapest, Hungary      
Time for Coffee and Confections. With a free day to explore before your cruise, take time to take photographs on the Royal Palace grounds in this treasure trove of historical architecture. Try Budapest's famous thermal bath spas, then lunch in a garden or rooftop eatery before boarding your Suite Ship. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 4 - Saturday - Jul 13, 2024
Vienna, Austria
Vienna, Austria      
Viennese Waltzes on the Blue Danube. Visit the Adventure Center for today's activities with your Adventure Host. Enjoy sailing the Danube, which shares dozens of miles with Hungary and Slovakia. Relax on the Sky Deck to see the rolling landscape and red rooftops of the Slovakian capital of Bratislava come into view. This evening in Vienna, you may choose to join an Optional Excursion to attend a Royal Waltz Concert for an unforgettable evening of music in an elegant hall. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 5 - Sunday - Jul 14, 2024
Vienna, Austria
Vienna, Austria      
Royal Collections, and Amusing Attractions. Join a Guided Optional Excursion to Schonbrunn Palace-summer home of the Habsburg Empire. Enjoy free time this afternoon to take a tram to visit Vienna's Prater amusement park or one of the many museums nearby. You may also borrow a bike from the ship to explore Vienna's square or the banks of the Danube. Later, enjoy live entertainment onboard. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 6 - Monday - Jul 15, 2024
Durnstein, Austria
Durnstein, Austria      
Melk, Austria      
A King's Ransom and Castle Ruins. Enjoy coffee or a cocktail on the Sky Deck as you sail through the picturesque Wachau Valley to Melk. MELK: Frescoes Above and Vineyards Below. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 7 - Tuesday - Jul 16, 2024
Passau, Germany
Passau, Germany      
Where the Danube, Inn, and Ilz Rivers Meet. Alternatively, join a full-day Guided Optional Excursion to Salzburg-the city of Mozart-or to the picturesque Bohemian town of Cesky Krumlov. Meet your ship back in Passau for sailing after your full-day selected activity. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 8 - Wednesday - Jul 17, 2024
Regensburg, Germany
Regensburg, Germany      
Bavaria's Medieval Miracle. Join your Adventure Host for today's special activities. 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. This evening, enjoy live entertainment after dinner. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 9 - Thursday - Jul 18, 2024
Roth, Germany
Roth, Germany      
Bus Travel      
Nuremberg, Germany      
Bus Travel      
Roth, Germany      
Legends and History Lessons. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 10 - Friday - Jul 19, 2024
Nuremberg, Germany
Nuremberg, Germany      
Bus Travel      
Munich, Germany      
Bus Travel      
Nuremberg, Germany      
A King's Palace and Town Halls. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 11 - Saturday - Jul 20, 2024
Bamberg, Germany
Bamberg, Germany      
The City of Seven Hills. Visit the Adventure Center for today's activities with your Adventure Host. After the tour, spend free time with a glass of German-style Rauchbier (smoked beer). Later in the evening, enjoy onboard a beer lecture hosted by your Beer Expert while cruising. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 12 - Sunday - Jul 21, 2024
Wurzburg, Germany
Wurzburg, Germany      
A Perfect Day in the Pearl of the Romantic Road. 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. Enjoy live entertainment on board while sailing tonight. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 13 - Monday - Jul 22, 2024
Miltenberg, Germany
Miltenberg, Germany      
Beauty on the Main River. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 14 - Tuesday - Jul 23, 2024
Frankfurt, Germany
Frankfurt, Germany      
Bus Travel      
Seligenstadt, Germany      
Bus Travel      
Frankfurt, Germany      
Charm in Frankfurt. Spend free time this afternoon exploring Frankfurt on your own. Later, enjoy live entertainment onboard. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 15 - Wednesday - Jul 24, 2024
Boppard, Germany
Boppard, Germany      
Rudesheim, Germany      
A Peaceful Jewel in the Rhine Gorge. This morning, relax on the Sky Deck with views of the spectacular Rhine Gorge en route to Rudesheim. RUDESHEIM: Eat, Drink, and Be Merry in Wine Country. This evening enjoy an onboard food-and-beer pairing dinner hosted by your Beer Expert. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 16 - Thursday - Jul 25, 2024
Strasbourg, France
Strasbourg, France      
A Grand Cathedral and La Petite France. Join your Adventure Host for today's special activities. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 17 - Friday - Jul 26, 2024
Breisach, Germany
Breisach, Germany      
German Winemaking and the Beautiful Black Forest. You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to visit the charming village of Colmar in the morning. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 18 - Saturday - Jul 27, 2024
Basel (Saxon), Switzerland
Basel (Saxon), Switzerland      
Your vacation ends this morning with breakfast. Departure flights should not leave Zurich Airport before 10 am or Basel Airport before 8 am. (Breakfast)