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The Danube from Romania to Budapest with 1 Night in Bucharest, 2 Nights in Transylvania & 1 Night in Budapest 2026

13 days
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From Bucharest to Budapest
5.0
1 traveler review
  • A castle perched on a rocky hill surrounded by forests.
  • A vibrant street scene with a tall church tower and cafes.
  • A view of a city with a historic church and modern buildings.
  • An aerial view of a cityscape with a river running through it.
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  • The food was excellent and plentiful..as was the beverages! The excursions were without a doubt the best way to really see/get to know these countries...and conveniently!

    SR
    Suzanne, traveled in June
    5.0
  • An aerial view of a historic fort surrounded by greenery.
  • Colorful hillside houses in a layered arrangement.
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Avalon Waterways
River Cruise
Scenic waterways and effortless exploration
Group Tour
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Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 30 - 160
Ages 8+

Places You’ll See

  • Bucharest
    Bucharest
  • Brasov
    Brasov
  • Oltenita
    Oltenita
  • Veliko Tarnovo
    Veliko Tarnovo
  • Vidin
    Vidin
  • Belgrade
    Belgrade
  • Novi Sad
    Novi Sad
  • Mohacs
    Mohacs
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Highlights

  • Explore Bucharest, the 'Paris of the East'
  • Tour the grand Peles Castle in Sinaia
  • Experience Dracula's Bran Castle by night
  • Sightsee historic Bucharest and Royal Palace
  • Discover ancient Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 BUCHAREST, ROMANIA
  2. Day 2 BUCHAREST–SINAIA–BRASOV
  3. Day 3 BRASOV
  4. Day 4 BRASOV–BUCHAREST–OLTENITA (EMBARKATION)
  5. Day 5 ROUSSE, BULGARIA. VELIKO TÂRNOVO & ARBANASSI EXCURSION
  6. Day 6 VIDIN
  7. Day 7 IRON GATES GORGE–GOLUBAČ, SERBIA. EXCURSION TO LEPENSKI VIR
  8. Day 8 BELGRADE
  9. Day 9 NOVI SAD
  10. Day 10 ILOK, CROATIA
  11. Day 11 MOHÁCS, HUNGARY. EXCURSION TO PÉCS
  12. Day 12 BUDAPEST (DISEMBARKATION)
  13. Day 13 BUDAPEST
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What's Included

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  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
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What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Operated by

Avalon Waterways

4.6
(234 reviews)
This operator has high review ratings and responds promptly to enquiries

Number of tours

550

Age Range

8 to 99 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

70%

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Avalon Waterways Ship

  • Avalon Passion
    Avalon Passion
    Offering splendid river views, the Avalon Passion offers an exciting array of state-of-the-art amenities. Each Panorama Suite is fitted w… Read more
    Built
    2016
    Guests
    84 - 166
    Crew
    47
    Length
    135 m / 443 ft
    Suites
    67
    Staterooms
    16
    Gross Tonnage
    2775 gt
    Beam
    12 m / 39 ft
    Cruising Speed
    12 kn / 22 kph / 14 mph
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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Food
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Tour Operator
    Avalon Waterways
    4.6
  • SR
    · June 17th, 2022
    We waited for two years to enjoy this cruise!...
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    Trip date: May 2022

Dates & Availability

13 days
The Danube from Romania to Budapest with 1 Night in Bucharest, 2 Nights in Transylvania & 1 Night in Budapest 2026
From Bucharest to Budapest

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Tour ID: 288217

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  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveler from New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F.

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    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Bulgaria, Hungary, Serbia and Romania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Bulgaria and Romania. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Bulgaria, Croatia, Hungary, Serbia and Romania. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Croatia and Hungary. Ideally 6 months before travel.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Romania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
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    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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    • For any tour departing before December 25th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after December 25th, 2025, a minimum payment of $750 is required to confirm your booking with Avalon Waterways. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 95 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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