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Avalon Waterways, Magnificent Rivers of Europe from Budapest, July 6, 2023
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Cruising from: Budapest, Hungary;
Departure Date: 6 July, 2023;
Cruise Line: Avalon Waterways;
Cruise Ship: Artistry II;
Duration: 16 days;
Ports of Call: Budapest, Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Melk, Passau, Regensburg, Roth, Bamberg, Volkach, Wurzburg, Main River, Rudesheim, Cologne, Amsterdam, Amsterdam;
16-day cruise to Budapest, Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Melk, Passau, Regensburg, Roth, Bamberg, Volkach, Wurzburg, Main River, Rudesheim, Cologne, Amsterdam, Amsterdam on board Artistry II.
Day 0 Budapest, Hungary
Budapest is the capital and the most populous city of Hungary. With its wide boulevards and stunning architecture, steamy thermal baths, Budapest is a true cosmopolitan European capital. No trip to Budapest is complete without a visit to the Castle Quarter, including Buda Castle, Fisherman's Bastion, and the quaint cobbled streets and pastel buildings throughout. In a city filled with spectacular architecture and sites, the Hungarian Parliament Building stands out as a symbol of the city and impossible-to-ignore presence on the Danube.
Day 1 Budapest, Hungary
Budapest is the capital and the most populous city of Hungary. With its wide boulevards and stunning architecture, steamy thermal baths, Budapest is a true cosmopolitan European capital. No trip to Budapest is complete without a visit to the Castle Quarter, including Buda Castle, Fisherman's Bastion, and the quaint cobbled streets and pastel buildings throughout. In a city filled with spectacular architecture and sites, the Hungarian Parliament Building stands out as a symbol of the city and impossible-to-ignore presence on the Danube.
Day 2 Bratislava, Slovakia
Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, is one of the smaller capitals of Europe but still the country's largest city. One of the city dominants is The Castle of Bratislava. The most attractive part of Bratislava is the Old Town where the most historical sights, as well as cultural institutions, are concentrated. Its tiny lanes offer an ideal atmosphere for romantic walks to those who love to follow signs of history in the middle of the modern world.
Day 3 Vienna, Austria
Vienna is the federal capital, largest city and one of nine states of Austria. It is famous for its cultural events, imperial sights, coffee houses, cozy wine taverns, and the very special Viennese charm. Apart from being regarded as the City of Music because of its musical legacy, Vienna is also said to be "The City of Dreams" because it was home to the world's first psychoanalyst - Sigmund Freud. Vienna is Austria's main centre of education and home to many universities, professional colleges and high schools.
Day 4 Melk, Austria
Melk, located on the banks of the River Danube, is a picturesque city with a rich history in lower Austria's Wachau valley. Melk is best known for its massive Benedictine Abbey, one of the most splendid monastic houses in Austria. The countryside surrounding Melk also has several attractions for tourists. The Donauradweg cycling path is one of the loveliest bicycle routes in all Europe, connecting riverside towns and scenic natural areas. Several castles are within a few kilometers, including the 900-year-old Renaissance Schloss Schallaburg, Schloss Schonbuhel, and Aggstein Castle, in romantic ruins.
Day 5 Passau, Germany
Passau in the southeast of Germany is located at the Austrian border. Situated at the confluence of the rivers Danube, Inn and Ilz, Passau is worldwide known as "The Three Rivers City". In the heart of Passau on the Old Town's highest point rises St. Stephen's Cathedral, in which the world's largest cathedral organ sounds. The majestic fortress Veste Oberhaus on the Danube's side and the Pilgrimage Church "Mariahilf" on the Inn's side give the city outstanding beauty.
Day 6 Regensburg, Germany
Regensburg is a city in south-east Germany, at the confluence of Danube, Naab and Regen rivers. Long an important trade and cultural center, Regensburg's medieval Old Town, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is made up of lovely churches and fine old aristocratic houses from the 13th and 14th centuries.Located near the Stone Bridge in Old Town lies the Domplatz, the Cathedral Square, for centuries the hub of the city.
Day 7 Roth, Germany
Roth is located about 25 km south of Nuremberg, Germany. The main tourist attraction is the Schloss Ratibor, a castle built as a hunting lodge, a remarkable sight for its various styles of decor, ranging from German Renaissance to Louis XVI. The Marktplatz (Market Square) is a charming area full of shops and restaurants, surrounded by cheerfully-painted buildings and a cobblestone walk.
Day 8 Bamberg, Germany
Bamberg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a German medieval town in Upper Franconia, Bavaria. The town consistently charms tourists with its beautiful architecture, abundant culture, beauty spots and lively gardens. Some of the main sights are: Cathedral, Altenburg, and The Neue Residenz and its Rosengarten with over 4500 roses. Bamberg is known for its smoked Rauchbier and is home to nine breweries.
Day 9 Volkach, Germany
Volkach is a town in Bavaria, Germany. Volkach's main tourist attraction is its annual wine festival. There are two City Gates, both are the only remainders from the town's original defense wall. Volkach's Local History Museum can explain a lot more of the area's history.
Day 10 Wurzburg, Germany
Wurzburg, a city in the region of Franconia, is located on the Main River. The city itself is set in a beautiful hilly location on a river and possesses a wealth of history. One of the city's most important sites is the Fortress Marienberg, a castle on a hill across the Old Main Bridge, that overlooks the whole town area as well as the surrounding countryside. Another significant point-of-interest is the Wurzburg Residenz, a vast compound on the eastern edge of the town. Wurzburg is also smack in the middle of one of Germany's biggest wine-producing areas and has superb connections to other parts of the country.
Day 11 Main River, Germany
The Main river cruises provide travellers with the opportunity to cruise along the serene waters of the Main, through the heart of Germany. The Main river is considered the most significant right tributary of the Rhine and bridges western and eastern Europe together by connecting to the Danube via the Main-Danube canal. Cruising the Main is a nice way to take in the beauty of Germany's rolling countryside, forests, and vineyards, and charming architecture.
Day 12 Rudesheim, Germany
Rudesheim is a German town in the Rhine Gorge, and part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site in this region. Rudesheim is known for two things: wine and the Rhein (Rhine) river. A historical landmark Drosselgasse is an integral part of the town's past. Rudesheim offers restaurants, cafes, bars, wine stalls, gelaterias, souvenirs shops and hotels. Next to its extensive vineyards, the city's rich cultural and historic background make it one of the most intriguing places to visit in the country.
Day 13 Cologne, Germany
Cologne is fourth largest city in Germany and largest city of the Land of North Rhine-Westphalia. One of the key inland ports of Europe, it is the historic, cultural, and economic capital of the Rhineland. Cologne is famous for its 12 great Romanesque churches - especially the magnificent Cologne Cathedral - all an easy walk from the historic Old Town. Its university is one of the oldest and largest in Europe. Among its attractions are Roman remains, medieval churches, Baroque palaces, and museums that reflect such diverse subjects and the various products for which it is known: fragrances, mustard, and chocolate.
Day 14 Amsterdam, Netherlands
Amsterdam is the capital and most populous city of the Netherlands. Amsterdam has a rich history and famous Amsterdam residents include the diarist Anne Frank, artists Rembrandt and Van Gogh, and philosopher Baruch Spinoza. Beside many parks, open spaces, and squares throughout the city, Amsterdam is famous for De Wallen, the red-light district. It is an unusual city to explore.
Day 15 Amsterdam, Netherlands
Amsterdam is the capital and most populous city of the Netherlands. Amsterdam has a rich history and famous Amsterdam residents include the diarist Anne Frank, artists Rembrandt and Van Gogh, and philosopher Baruch Spinoza. Beside many parks, open spaces, and squares throughout the city, Amsterdam is famous for De Wallen, the red-light district. It is an unusual city to explore.
Enjoy magnificent scenery and unique experiences on this Dutch-Belgian river cruise with Avalon Waterways. Sail with Avalon Waterways from Budapest to Dutch-Belgian on board Artistry II. Discover the best of Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany, Netherlands on this Dutch-Belgian cruise and discover amazing Budapest, Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Melk, Passau, Regensburg, Roth, Bamberg, Volkach, Wurzburg, Main River, Rudesheim, Cologne, Amsterdam, Amsterdam. Artistry II leaving Budapest, Hungary for 16 day from July 6, 2023.
Dutch-Belgian River cruise July 2023
Port order and/or content may vary, please check specific sailing date for details at Avalon Waterways website. Port arrival and departure times are approximate and subject to change without notice. For more information please visit the Avalon Waterways website.