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Detailed Ship Information: The Avalon Impression features two full decks of Panorama Suites with Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Windows that transform the living space into a unique Open-Air Balcony. With 200 square feet, Panorama Suites are... Read More

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

2026 Sails: Nov 24

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

2027 Sails: Mar 26

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

2027 Sails: Jun 25, Sep 1

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

2028 Sails: Dec 16

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

2026 Sails: Nov 29, Dec 11, 2027: Dec 7

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

2026 Sails: Dec 5, Dec 17, 2027: Dec 1, 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: Sep 22, Nov 3, Nov 17, 2027: Apr 7, May 5, Jun 30, Jul 14, Aug 25, Sep 6, Oct 18, Nov 1

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 27, Nov 10, 2027: Mar 31, Apr 14, Aug 18, Oct 11, Oct 25

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: Apr 28, May 12, Jul 7

2028 Sails: Mar 28, Apr 11, May 23, Oct 1, Oct 15

2028 Sails: Apr 4, Apr 18, May 30, Jun 13, Oct 8, Oct 22

2028 Sails: Jun 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)

2028 Sails: Jul 18, Aug 2, Aug 17, Sep 1, Sep 16

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

2028 Sails: Oct 29, Dec 9

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

2028 Sails: Dec 2

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)

2028 Sails: Jul 25, Aug 9, Aug 24, Sep 8, Sep 23

9 Night - Illuminations On the Danube (Eastbound)
Starting in Vilshofen, Germany (Embarkation), Passau / Schlogen Oxbow, Linz, Austria, Melk / Wachau Valley, Vienna, Austria, Vienna, Bratislava, Slovakia, Esztergom, Hungary, Budapest, Hungary, Budapest (Disembarkation)

2027 Sails: May 19

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)

2028 Sails: Dec 9

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, Holland, Amsterdam (Disembarkation)

2026 Sails: Sep 29

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: Oct 13

2027 Sails: May 28, Jul 21, Sep 13, 2028: Apr 25, Jun 20

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 11, Aug 4, Sep 27, 2028: May 9, Jul 4

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)

2028 Sails: Aug 9, Sep 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)

2027 Sails: Aug 4, 2028: Jul 4

About Avalon Impression

The Avalon Impression features two full decks of Panorama Suites with Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Windows that transform the living space into a unique 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 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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