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Detailed Ship Information: The Avalon Illumination features two full decks of Panorama Suites with Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Windows that transform the living space into a unique Open-Air Balcony. Cruise along the legendary Rhine, Main, and... Read More

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5 Night - Christmastime in the Heart of Germany
Starting in Nuremberg, Germany (Embarkation), Nuremberg, Bamberg, Wurzburg, Miltenberg, Frankfurt (Disembarkation)

2026 Sails: Dec 13

5 Night - Danube Symphony (Eastbound)
Starting in Vilshofen, Germany (Embarkation), Linz, Austria, Ybbs / Wachau Valley, Vienna, Bratislava, Slovakia, Budapest, Hungary (Disembarkation)

2027 Sails: May 27, Aug 3, Sep 26

5 Night - Danube Symphony (Westbound)
Starting in Budapest, Hungary (Embarkation), Bratislava, Slovakia, Vienna, Austria, Krems / Wachau Valley, Linz, Vilshofen, Germany (Disembarkation)

2027 Sails: Nov 14

5 Night - Christmastime from Budapest to Vienna
Starting in Budapest, Hungary (Embarkation), Budapest, Bratislava, Slovakia, Melk, Austria, Vienna, Vienna (Disembarkation)

2027 Sails: Nov 26

5 Night - Christmastime in the Heart of Germany
Starting in Nuremberg, Germany (Embarkation), Nuremberg, Bamberg, Wurzburg, Miltenberg, Frankfurt (Disembarkation)

2028 Sails: Dec 6

6 Night - Christmastime On the Danube (Westbound)
Starting in Vienna, Austria (Embarkation), Vienna, Melk / Grein, Passau, Regensburg, Nuremberg, Nuremberg (Disembarkation)

2027 Sails: Dec 13

7 Night - Danube Dreams (Eastbound)
Starting in Vilshofen, Germany (Embarkation), Passau / Schlogen Oxbow, Linz, Austria, Ybbs Excursion to Melk / Wachau Valley, Vienna, Bratislava, Slovakia, Budapest, Hungary, Budapest (Disembarkation)

2026 Sails: Oct 17, Oct 31, 2027: Jun 8, Jul 20, Sep 12, Nov 7, Nov 19

7 Night - Danube Dreams (Westbound)
Starting in Budapest, Hungary (Embarkation), Budapest, Bratislava, Slovakia, Vienna, Durnstein / Wachau Valley, Linz, Schlogen Oxbow / Passau, Germany, Vilshofen (Disembarkation)

2026 Sails: Oct 24, 2027: Mar 21, May 20, Jul 27, Oct 31

7 Night - Christmastime On the Legendary Danube
Starting in Nuremberg, Germany (Embarkation), Nuremberg, Regensburg, Passau, Melk / Wachau Valley, Vienna, Budapest, Hungary, Budapest (Disembarkation)

2026 Sails: Nov 29

7 Night - Christmastime On the Blue Danube Discovery
Starting in Budapest, Hungary (Embarkation), Vienna, Austria, Vienna, Krems / Wachau Valley, Passau, Germany, Regensburg, Roth Excursion to Nuremberg, Nuremberg (Disembarkation)

2026 Sails: Dec 6

7 Night - Balkan Discovery
Starting in Budapest, Hungary (Embarkation), Vukovar, Novi Sad, Serbia, Belgrade, Golubac / Donji Milanovac Excursion to Lepenski Vir / Iron Gates Gorge, Vidin, Bulgaria, Rousse / Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi Excursion, Oltenita, Romania (Disembarkation)

2027 Sails: May 5, Oct 1, Oct 16

7 Night - Active & Discovery On the Danube (Westbound)
Starting in Budapest, Hungary (Embarkation) Danube Bend, Visegrad, Vienna, Austria, Vienna, Krems, Grein, Engelhartszell / Schlogen Oxbow, Vilshofen (Disembarkation)

2027 Sails: Jun 1, Sep 5, Sep 19

2028 Sails: Apr 2, Apr 16, Aug 20, Oct 31, Nov 14

2028 Sails: Apr 9, Apr 23, May 7, Jun 18, Jul 2, Aug 27, Nov 7, Nov 21

2028 Sails: Apr 30, Jun 11, Jun 25

2028 Sails: Oct 1, Oct 16

7 Night - Christmastime On the Romantic Rhine (Southbound)
Starting in Frankfurt, Germany (Embarkation), Mainz, Cologne, Germany, Rhine Gorge / Rudesheim, Ludwigshafen Excursion to Heidelberg, Strasbourg, France, Breisach, Germany Excursion to Black Forest, Basel, Switzerland (Disembarkation)

2028 Sails: Dec 11

8 Night - The Danube from Romania to Budapest
Starting in Oltenita, Romania (Embarkation), Rousse, Bulgaria Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi Excursion, Vidin, Iron Gates Gorge / Golubac, Serbia Excursion to Lepenski Vir, Belgrade, Novi Sad, Ilok, Croatia, Baja, Hungary Excursion to Pecs and Mohacs, Budapest (Disembarkation)

2027 Sails: Apr 12, Apr 27, May 12, Oct 8, Oct 23

2028 Sails: Oct 8, Oct 23

12 Night - Christmastime from Budapest to Frankfurt
Starting in Budapest, Hungary (Embarkation), Vienna, Austria, Vienna, Krems, Passau, Germany, Regensburg, Nuremberg, Nuremberg-excursion to Munich, Nuremberg, Bamberg, Wurzburg, Miltenberg, Frankfurt (Disembarkation)

2026 Sails: Dec 6

14 Night - Magnificent Europe
Starting in Amsterdam, Holland (Embarkation), Amsterdam, Cologne, Germany, Rhine Gorge / Rudesheim, Miltenberg, Wurzburg, Volkach, Bamberg, Nuremberg, Regensburg, Passau, Melk / Wachau Valley, Vienna, Budapest, Hungary, Budapest (Disembarkation)

2026 Sails: Sep 26

14 Night - Magnificent Rivers of Europe
Starting in Budapest, Hungary (Embarkation), Budapest, Bratislava, Slovakia, Vienna, Austria, Durnstein / Wachau Valley, Passau, Germany, Regensburg, Roth Excursion to Nuremberg, Bamberg, Wurzburg, Miltenberg, Rudesheim / Rhine Gorge, Cologne, Amsterdam, the Netherlands, Amsterdam (Disembarkation)

2027 Sails: Jun 15, Aug 8, 2028: May 14, Jul 9, Sep 3

14 Night - Magnificent Europe
Starting in Amsterdam, the Netherlands (Embarkation), Amsterdam, Cologne, Germany, Rhine Gorge / Rudesheim, Miltenberg, Wurzburg, Volkach, Bamberg, Nuremberg, Regensburg, Passau, Melk / Wachau Valley, Vienna, Budapest, Hungary, Budapest (Disembarkation)

2027 Sails: Jun 29, Aug 22, 2028: May 28, Jul 23, Sep 17

15 Night - The Danube from Romania to Germany
Starting in Oltenita, Romania (Embarkation), Rousse, Bulgaria Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi Excursion, Vidin, Iron Gates Gorge / Golubac, Serbia Excursion to Lepenski Vir, Belgrade, Novi Sad, Ilok, Croatia, Baja, Hungary Excursion to Pecs and Mohacs, Budapest, Bratislava, Slovakia, Vienna, Austria, Durnstein / Wachau Valley, Linz, Schlogen Oxbow / Passau, Germany, Vilshofen (Disembarkation)

2027 Sails: May 12, Oct 23

2028 Sails: Oct 8, Oct 23

21 Night - Iconic Rivers of Europe - the Rhine, Main & Danube
Starting in Amsterdam, the Netherlands (Embarkation), Amsterdam, Cologne, Germany, Rhine Gorge / Rudesheim, Miltenberg, Wurzburg, Volkach, Bamberg, Nuremberg, Regensburg, Passau, Melk / Wachau Valley, Vienna, Budapest, Hungary, Budapest, Vukovar, Novi Sad, Serbia, Belgrade, Golubac / Donji Milanovac Excursion to Lepenski Vir / Iron Gates Gorge, Vidin, Bulgaria, Rousse / Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi Excursion, Oltenita, Romania (Disembarkation)

2028 Sails: Sep 17

About Avalon Illumination

The Avalon Illumination features two full decks of Panorama Suites with Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Windows that transform the living space into a unique Open-Air Balcony. Cruise along the legendary Rhine, Main, and Danube Rivers, enjoying fresh breezes and enchanting scenery from the comfort of your suite. With 200 square feet, Panorama Suites are more than 30% larger than the industry standard, affording you the incomparable opportunity to wake each morning facing the splendid passing scenery. Onboard amenities include an alternative dining option in the Panorama Bistro, an expanded fitness center, complimentary Wi-Fi access, and a spacious Sky Deck with premium lounge chairs, whirlpool, and light al fresco lunches at the open-air bistro.

Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Windows
Sky Deck with premium lounge chairs
Sky Deck with shade awnings
Wi-Fi access
Expanded fitness center
Non-smoking interior
Elevator
Elegant, contemporary design throughout
Outside Viewing Deck
Headsets for all guided shore excursions in Europe
English-speaking crew
Sightseeing with a Certified Local Guide
Cruise Director
Onboard lectures, activities & nightly entertainment
Revolutionary engineering
Room service available featuring Continental breakfast and beverages
Sky Deck Whirlpool
Internet Corner
Hair salon (manicures available)
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Relax and enjoy onboard movie nights
Complimentary use of iPad mobile digital devices
Biking excursions available in Amsterdam and Durnstein
Alternate dining experience with local specialties and lighter fare in the Panorama Bistro
Behind-the-scenes ship tour
Choice of excursions - Leisurely, Traditional or Essential Sightseeing options
Complimentary maps and use of Nordic walking sticks
Culture & Cruise onboard experiences with local chefs, entertainers, artisans and experts
Expanded "on-demand" in-room entertainment
Guest Services is available to recommend, reserve and further personalize your cruise
Panorama Bistro
Sky Deck Game Area

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