You are invited to cruise the Danube
with the Heckers and the Kuehns!
10 Day Land & River Cruise Package - Budapest to Oktoberfest in Munich ...
Begin your European vacation with one night in Budapest, Hungary. You’ll enjoy an introduction to the city by a local expert who will show you the must-see sights. Board your Avalon Suite Ship® the next morning in Budapest to embark on an unforgettable westbound 6-day European river cruise on the Danube. You’ll begin with a visit to Slovakia’s quaint town of Bratislava for guided sightseeing along the streets of Old Town and St. Martin’s Cathedral. In Vienna, learn about the Hapsburg Empire with guided sightseeing, and see the Imperial Palace complex, the Opera House, and stunning St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Explore Krems on a guided tour of a town seemingly untouched by the modern world. Cruise through the Wachau Valley—home of charming villages and Austrian wines from its beautiful vineyards. Visit the magnificent 9th-century St. Florian Monastery, still home to Augustine Monks, or take a guided sightseeing of Linz.
In Linz, enjoy free time to sample its famous pastries then cruise overnight to conclude your river cruise in Vilshofen, Germany. Continue your European vacation your way with two nights in Munich. You’ll enjoy a full-day guided tour to Neuschwanstein Castle— home of King Ludwig, and plenty of free time to explore Munich, including Oktoberfest! A fantastic combination of history, art, food, wine and, of course, beer on your Danube River cruise.
Avalon Expression® is a Suite Ship® with 2 full decks of Panorama Suites
Part of Avalon's award-winning fleet of Suite Ships, the Avalon Expression features an elegant, contemporary design, two full decks of Panorama Suites with wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows that transform the living space into river cruising's only 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 to splendid passing scenery from your window-facing bed. Onboard amenities include breakfast & lunch buffets, Happy Hour every evening featuring house beer, wine, cocktails and a drink of the day, alternative light dining option in the Panorama Bistro, four-course dinners w/choice of appetizers, soups, salads, entrees, desserts or cheese and choice of wine, beer or soft drinks with lunch and dinner, choice of Classic Active or Discovery excursions to experience your cruise your way, a Fitness Center, welcome & farewell cocktails & canapes, complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi access, and a spacious Sky Deck with premium lounge chairs, whirlpool, afternoon tea/coffee/sweets/snacks and light al fresco lunches at the Sky Bistro on the Sky Deck.
10-day package pricing is $5,994 - $6,101 for a 200 sq ft "Panorama Suite" (with French Balcony) or $$4,637 for a 172 sq ft "Deluxe Stateroom" (with windows). Pricing reflects a discounted group rate and is subject to availability.
BOOK BY DEC 31, 2025 FOR A $150 PER PERSON DISCOUNT
10 Day Package Pricing INCLUDES:
Pre-cruise - one night in Budapest with tour
Transfer to the cruise port
Danube River Cruise - 6 day Avalon "Danube Symphony" from Budapest to Munich
Transfer from the cruise port to Munich
Post-cruise - two post-cruise nights in Munich with tour (a 3rd night is optional, based on availability)
Crew Appreciation (gratuities) on the cruise
Taxes & Port Fees
Complete pricing, deck plans, ship and port information in "Cruise Information" tab above.
Options:
- Air - can be added to the package in November 2025 starting at $2,032 pp for economy.
- 3rd night hotel in Munich (added cost, based on availability)
- Brewery Tour In Munich - details and cost to be provided.
- Travel Protection - options & pricing provided individually.
Questions? Please feel free to reach out to either of us.
Rick Berg 920-660-4928 rick.berg@cruisplanners.com
Sherry Berg 920-680-1447 sherry.berg@cruiseplanners.com
Travel is a gift of priceless, lifetime memories!!
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About the Sailing
351 days to go
Avalon Expression
Avalon Waterways
Departing Budapest on Thursday, September 24th 2026
7-night trip going to European Rivers (River Cruises)
Visiting: Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Krems, Linz, Vilshofen, Munich
Package pricing INCLUDES:
1. One pre-cruise night in Budapest (Sept. 23, 2026)
2. Six-day cruise, Budapest-Munich (Sept. 24-Sept. 29, 2026)
3. Two post-cruise nights in Munich (Sept. 29-Oct. 1)
Package pricing reflects a discounted group rate and is subject to availability, which is on a first-come first-served basis.
Click the "Register now" on the right side of the category you are interested in to open a registration window where you can provide your information, which simply gets your information into our system and indicates that you are interested in making a reservation. No reservation is actually made, as we will contact you to review the details before a reservation is made for you. No charges are made to your credit card for the deposit of $250 per person until after you are contacted and approve the deposit in writing. The deposit is not refundable. Final payment is due June 25, 2026.
Pricing does NOT include air, transfers to/from airport, travel protection.
SCROLL DOWN TO SEE ITINERARY, SHIP INFO , DECK PLANS and PORT INFO....
Staterooms
Panorama Suite: A
Stateroom Type: Suite
Located on Royal Deck & Sapphire Deck (Forward & AFT)
Suite features include:
- Comfort Collection Beds
- Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
- Soft & firm pillows
- Choice of bed configuration
- Bedside tables with reading lamps
- L'Occitane bath products
- Easy under-bed luggage storage
- Alarm clock
- Direct-dial telephone
- Well-stocked minibar
- In-room safe
- Elegant, contemporary design
- Marble countertops in bathroom
- USB Ports
- 6-person sitting area
- Writing desk and chair
- Sofa
- Luxurious mattress toppers
- European-style duvets
- Extra blankets
- Nightly turn-down service
- Hairdryer
- Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage
- Flatscreen satellite TV with English-speaking channels & over 100 free movie options
- Make-up mirror
- Bathrobes & slippers
- Complimentary bottled water
- Individual climate control
- Large mirror in bathroom
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Window with Open-Air Balcony
- Full shower with glass door
- Vanity and lighted makeup mirror
- Coffee table
Per Guest
Guest 1: $6,065.00
Guest 2: $6,065.00
includes all applicable taxes and fees
Panorama Suite: B
Stateroom Type: Suite
Located on Royal Deck & Sapphire Deck (Forward & AFT)
Suite features include:
- Comfort Collection Beds
- Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
- Soft & firm pillows
- Choice of bed configuration
- Bedside tables with reading lamps
- L'Occitane bath products
- Easy under-bed luggage storage
- Alarm clock
- Direct-dial telephone
- Well-stocked minibar
- In-room safe
- Elegant, contemporary design
- Marble countertops in bathroom
- USB Ports
- 6-person sitting area
- Writing desk and chair
- Sofa
- Luxurious mattress toppers
- European-style duvets
- Extra blankets
- Nightly turn-down service
- Hairdryer
- Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage
- Flatscreen satellite TV with English-speaking channels & over 100 free movie options
- Make-up mirror
- Bathrobes & slippers
- Complimentary bottled water
- Individual climate control
- Large mirror in bathroom
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Window with Open-Air Balcony
- Full shower with glass door
- Vanity and lighted makeup mirror
- Coffee table
Per Guest
Guest 1: $5,994.00
Guest 2: $5,994.00
includes all applicable taxes and fees
Panorama Suite: P
Stateroom Type: Suite
Located on Royal Deck & Sapphire Deck (Forward & AFT)
Suite features include:
- Comfort Collection Beds
- Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
- Soft & firm pillows
- Choice of bed configuration
- Bedside tables with reading lamps
- L'Occitane bath products
- Easy under-bed luggage storage
- Alarm clock
- Direct-dial telephone
- Well-stocked minibar
- In-room safe
- Elegant, contemporary design
- Marble countertops in bathroom
- USB Ports
- 6-person sitting area
- Writing desk and chair
- Sofa
- Luxurious mattress toppers
- European-style duvets
- Extra blankets
- Nightly turn-down service
- Hairdryer
- Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage
- Flatscreen satellite TV with English-speaking channels & over 100 free movie options
- Make-up mirror
- Bathrobes & slippers
- Complimentary bottled water
- Individual climate control
- Large mirror in bathroom
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Window with Open-Air Balcony
- Full shower with glass door
- Vanity and lighted makeup mirror
- Coffee table
Per Guest
Guest 1: $6,101.00
Guest 2: $6,101.00
includes all applicable taxes and fees
Deluxe Stateroom: D
Stateroom Type: Ocean View
Located on Indigo Deck (Forward & AFT)
Suite features include:
- Comfort Collection Beds
- Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
- Soft & firm pillows
- Choice of bed configuration
- Bedside tables with reading lamps
- L'Occitane bath products
- Easy under-bed luggage storage
- Alarm clock
- Bathrobes & slippers
- Complimentary bottled water
- Individual climate control
- Large mirror in bathroom
- USB Ports
- Full shower with glass door
- Vanity and lighted makeup mirror
- Luxurious mattress toppers
- European-style duvets
- Extra blankets
- Nightly turn-down service
- Hairdryer
- Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage
- Flatscreen satellite TV with English-speaking channels & over 100 free movie options
- Direct-dial telephone
- Well-stocked minibar
- In-room safe
- Elegant, contemporary design
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Two windows
- Writing desk and chair
Per Guest
Guest 1: $4,637.00
Guest 2: $4,637.00
includes all applicable taxes and fees
Deluxe Stateroom: E
Stateroom Type: Ocean View
Located on Indigo Deck (Forward & AFT)
Suite features include:
- Comfort Collection Beds
- Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
- Soft & firm pillows
- Choice of bed configuration
- Bedside tables with reading lamps
- L'Occitane bath products
- Easy under-bed luggage storage
- Alarm clock
- Bathrobes & slippers
- Complimentary bottled water
- Individual climate control
- Large mirror in bathroom
- USB Ports
- Full shower with glass door
- Vanity and lighted makeup mirror
- Luxurious mattress toppers
- European-style duvets
- Extra blankets
- Nightly turn-down service
- Hairdryer
- Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage
- Flatscreen satellite TV with English-speaking channels & over 100 free movie options
- Direct-dial telephone
- Well-stocked minibar
- In-room safe
- Elegant, contemporary design
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Two windows
- Writing desk and chair
Per Guest
Guest 1: $4,637.00
Guest 2: $4,637.00
includes all applicable taxes and fees
Royal Suite: RS
Stateroom Type: Suite
Comfort Collection BedsSM Egyptian super-combed cotton linens Soft & firm pillows Choice of bed configuration Bedside tables with reading lamps L'Occitane bath products Easy under-bed luggage storage Alarm clock Direct-dial telephone Well-stocked minibar In-room safe Elegant, contemporary design Marble countertops in bathroom Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Window with Open-Air BalconySM Full shower with glass door Vanity and lighted makeup mirror Coffee table Luxurious mattress toppers European-style duvets Extra blankets Nightly turn-down service Hairdryer Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage Flatscreen satellite TV with movie channel Make-up mirror Bathrobes & slippers Complimentary bottled water Individual climate control Large mirror in bathroom Complimentary Wi-Fi 6-person sitting area Writing desk and chair Sofa Double sinks
Per Guest
Guest 1: $7,422.00
Guest 2: $7,422.00
includes all applicable taxes and fees
Itinerary
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Day
Date
Port
Arrive
Depart
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Day 1
Date 09/24/2026
Port Budapest
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Depart --
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Day 2
Date 09/25/2026
Port Bratislava
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Depart --
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Day 3
Date 09/26/2026
Port Vienna
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Depart --
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Day 4
Date 09/27/2026
Port Krems
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Depart --
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Day 5
Date 09/28/2026
Port Linz
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Depart --
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Day 6
Date 09/29/2026
Port Vilshofen
Arrive --
Depart --
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Day 7
Date 09/30/2026
Port Munich
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Depart --
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Day 8
Date 10/01/2026
Port Munich
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Depart --
About the Avalon Waterways Avalon Expression
Avalon Expression∘ is an innovatively designed Suite Ship which accommodates 166 passengers and offers two full decks of suites, each with wall-to-wall panoramic windows that open to create unique open-air balconies. Designed with superior comfort in mind, Avalon Expression offers upgrades and enhancements∘ throughout, impeccable personal service and attention to detail, as well as elegant dining and sleek, contemporary décor. Every suite provides the very best in size, views and design. Even the placement of the bed allows you to wake up and retire to bed each day facing the magnificent river views.
Details and Deck Plans
| Year Built | 2013 | Capacity | 164 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year Refurbished | -- | Elevators | 1 |
| Registry | -- | Restaurants | 3 |
| Tonnage | 0 | Bars | 1 |
| Cabins | 83 | Pools | -- |
| Wheelchair Accessible Cabins | N | Theaters | N |
| Shops | N | Library | Y |
| Meeting Rooms | N | Casino | N |
| Spa | Y | Disco | N |
| Fitness Center | Y | Children's Program | N |
| Internet Cafe | Y |
- Sky Deck
- Royal Deck
- Sapphire Deck
- Indigo Deck
Sky Deck
Royal Deck
Sapphire Deck
Indigo Deck
Ports of Call
Budapest (Day 1)
Bratislava (Day 2)
Vienna (Day 3)
Krems (Day 4)
Linz (Day 5)
