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Danube Dreams for Music Lovers (Eastbound)

Over the course of a week – guests enjoy venturing through ports spanning 4 countries on a spectacular itinerary designed by specialists at Avalon Waterways.

Adventure through historic sites, cultural hotspots and breathtaking scenery on a combination of provided tours, hikes and bike rides.

Acting as your base throughout the duration of your journey – will be the spectacular Avalon Impression – one of Avalon’s luxury vessels designed to heighten the customer experience.

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  • Cruise Line: Avalon Waterways
  • Ship: Avalon Impression
  • Duration: 7 Nights
  • Departure: June
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Danube Dreams for Music Lovers (Eastbound) Cruise Prices

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Oct 17, 2026
£2,752 pp
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Jun 30, 2027
£2,483 pp
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Danube Dreams for Music Lovers (Eastbound) Cruise Itinerary

Over the course of eight days, guests revel in an itinerary designed with music lovers in mind. Venture through ports across Germany, Austria, Slovakia and Hungary – enjoying a range of provided Active, Classic and Discovery excursions to coveted highlights.

Day 1

Arrive to Vilshofen (EMBARK)

Begin your adventure in Vilshofen; where you’ll meet up with the spectacular Avalon Impression – your home for the next 7 nights.

Day 2

Passau / Schlogen Oxbow

Kick off your cruise on an Active Excursion hike along the trail from Oberhaus to the Ilz River. Alternatively, join a Classic guided city walk to learn more about the ‘City of Three Rivers’.

Day 3

Linz

Join a Discovery full-day guided tour of Salzburg or opt for a Classic guided walk through the city’s historic sites.

Day 4

Ybbs (excursion to Melk) / Wachau Valley / Durnstein

Today, you may wish to join Classic Excursion tours through Ybbs or Melk. Alternatively, join your Adventure Host for an Active biking excursion along some of Wachau’s bike trails.
Later, we arrived at Durnstein. Guests can choose between an Active guided hike to the city’s castle ruins or a Classic guided walk.

Day 5

Vienna

Guests can choose between an Active biking excursion, Classic guided city tour or visit to the legendary Kunsthistorisches Museum.
Alternatively, an Optional Excursion to Schonbrunn Palace is also available to guests.
Guests attend a Royal Waltz Concert as part of this evening’s Discovery Excursion.

Day 6

Bratislava

Follow your Adventure Host on an Active hike to Bratislava castle, embark on a Classic guided city walk of the Old Town and enjoy free time to explore under your own steam.

Day 7

Budapest

Today, enjoy an Active hike up to one of Budapest’s overlooking viewpoints or opt for a Classic guided sightseeing tour of the city’s highlights.

Day 8

Depart Budapest (DISEMBARK)

After breakfast this morning, disembark from your ship and begin your journey home.

DANUBE DREAMS FOR MUSIC LOVERS (EASTBOUND) CRUISE SHIPS

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Danube Dreams for Music Lovers (Eastbound) Deals

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Avalon Waterways
Departure: June
VISITING: Vilshofen (EMBARK) Passau / Schlogen Oxbow Linz Ybbs (excursion to Melk) / Wachau Valley / Durnstein Vienna Bratislava Budapest Budapest (DISEMBARK)
BENEFITS: Flights & Transfers Inc.All InclusiveDaily Excursions
FROM PER PERSON* £ 2,483
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7 Nights

Danube Dreams (Eastbound)

Avalon Waterways
Departure: Apr to Nov
VISITING: Vilshofen (EMBARK) Passau (Scholgan Oxbrow) Linz Ybbs (excursion to Wachau Valley – Dürnstein) Vienna Bratislava Budapest Budapest (DISEMBARK)
BENEFITS: Flights & Transfers Inc.All InclusiveDaily Excursions
FROM PER PERSON* £ 1,700
Avalon Waterways
Departure: May to Oct
VISITING: Vilshofen (EMBARK) Linz Ybbs / Wachau Valley / Krems Vienna Bratislava Budapest (DISEMBARK)
BENEFITS: Flights & Transfers Inc.All InclusiveDaily Excursions
FROM PER PERSON* £ 1,700

Danube Dreams for Music Lovers (Eastbound) Cruise Review

“So much fun! I genuinely had such a heartwarming experience getting to know everyone on the excursions, as well as chatting with the Adventure Host, who definitely seemed to know everything about every question you could possibly think to ask.”

Gemma Smith, Bradford

Danube Dreams for Music Lovers (Eastbound) FAQ

How many staff members are working aboard the Avalon Impression?

The Avalon Impression features a total of 47 working crew members.

How many countries are featured in this itinerary?

This itinerary traverses ports across four countries: Germany, Austria, Hungary and Slovakia.

What are the features of the Avalon Impression?

The spectacular Avalon Impression features complimentary Wi-Fi, panoramic windows, whirlpool, observation lounge and a range of luxurious amenities.

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