On this Balkan River Cruise, you will have time to relax on your ship as well as explore the most fascinating cities, with free time and guided sightseeing. You’ll begin with two overnights in lively Budapest, while exploring its iconic landmarks such as the statues of Heroes’ Square and the lovely lookout towers of Fishermen’s Bastion.

Sail into beautiful Croatia and discover Vukovar as part of a guided sightseeing, including Ilok with its 1,000-year-old winemaking tradition. Continue to Belgrade, the capital of Serbia, where the Sava River meets the Danube. The lively pedestrian boulevard of Knez Mihailova is dotted with historical buildings and charming cafés and you’ll see St. Sava, the world’s largest Orthodox Church.

Admire the dramatic views of Iron Gates Gorge, visit Belogradchik’s fascinating rock formations, and Bulgaria’s ancient capital of Veliko Tarnovo. From Oltenita, transfer to Bucharest, where a local expert will show you many of its historical treasures, such as the Arc de Triomphe.

Take a trip to Transylvania to visit the Bran Castle of Dracula Fame, the city of Brasov, and beautiful Peles Castle.

Avalon Passion: gracing Europe’s waterways with style and relaxed luxury as only Avalon can deliver, the Avalon Passion lives up to its name. On board, passengers enjoy complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi access, complimentary computer use in public areas, a Fitness Center, an elevator, and an expansive Sky Deck with shade system, premium lounge chairs, whirlpool, deck games, and the delightful Sky Bistro for al fresco lunches of light grill fare.

Contact your JWT Cruise team for more information on this beautiful Balkan River Cruise along the Danube with Avalon Waterways.