Danube Dreams River Cruise - London to Budapest - Package incl. flights from NZ

Fly from NZ to London, Upon arrival in London, reach your hotel and check-in. The remainder of the day will be yours for leisure activities. Have a peaceful overnight stay at your hotel.

Today is at your leisure, spend the day shopping in London which will give you time to buy gifts for friends and families. The first big shopping street you’ll come across is also the busiest in London – Oxford Street. That’s where you’ll find Selfridges (close to Marble Arch). Next up is Regent Street, where you’ll find Hamleys and Carnaby Street (you’ll see an entrance near Hamleys). At the end of Regent Street are the bright neon lights of Piccadilly Circus. No trip to London would be complete without a photo of yourself standing underneath the Eros fountain. You are right in the heart of the West End now. Have a look through our theatre guide to see what’s on. Most of the theatres can be found around Covent Garden, Shaftesbury Avenue and Piccadilly Circus. You may choose to watch theatre or return back to your hotel for overnight stay.

Check-out from the hotel and make your way to the airport for your onward flight. Fly from London to Munich and proceed to your hotel. Rest of the day is free at leisure exploring this great German city

• After breakfast, make you way to the train station, train from Munich to Deggendorf. Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm. Explore your ship and enjoy dinner on your first evening on board.
• EVENING CRUISE TO PASSAU (D)

• Where the Danube, Inn, and Ilz Rivers Meet ACTIVE - Follow your Avalon Adventure Host for Hiking from Oberhaus along a trail down to the valley and along Ilz River, OR: CLASSIC - Join a Guided City Walk to learn more about this beautiful "City of Three Rivers." Before sailing to Linz. take a little free time to explore Passau's cobblestone streets and galleries of Artists' Alley. Maybe stop at St. Stephen's Cathedral to catch a concert rehearsal. This afternoon, cruise to Linz through the Danube's dramatic horseshoe bend called Schlogen Oxbow. Later, enjoy live entertainment on board.
• OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN LINZ (B,L,D)

• Legendary and Lovely Linz Visit the Adventure centre for today's activities with your Adventure Host. CLASSIC - Take a Guided Walk through the city's historic and beautiful sites along the shore of the Danube and see Hauptplatz-Austria's largest medieval square-and the towering white-marble Trinity Column. Consider a full-day Guided Optional Excursion to Salzburg-the city of Mozart, or to the picturesque Bohemian town of Cesky Krumlov. You may otherwise spend the afternoon on a biking picnic along the banks of the Danube or hike through Linz's beautiful nature trails to Postlingberg for a bird's-eye view of the city and river below.
• EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO YBBS (B,L,D)

• Frescoes Above and Vineyards Below CLASSIC - Visit the Lower Austrian little town of Ybbs. Admire the fine architecture of the Babenberger and its romantic old town, OR: CLASSIC - Take a Guided Tour of Melk's magnificent Benedictine Abbey to marvel at its frescoed ceilings, statues, incredible library, and ornate pipe organ. Later, stretch out on the Sky Deck as you sail through the Wachau Valley past vineyards, castles, and charming villages on your way to Durnstein. DURNSTEIN: A King's Ransom and Castle Ruins ACTIVE - Join a Guided Hike up to the castle ruins to take in the spectacular view of the village, Danube, and the Wachau Valley below, OR: CLASSIC - Join a Guided Walk, and hear the legendary tale of King Richard the Lionheart-who was imprisoned in the castle here during the Crusades. Later, enjoy live entertainment on board your ship.
• OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO VIENNA (B,L,D)

• Viennese Waltzes on the Blue Danube ACTIVE - Explore Vienna's Danube Island by bike with your Adventure Host, OR: CLASSIC - Explore the Habsburg empire with a morning Guided City Tour of Vienna's gilded landmarks. See the Imperial Palace complex-the winter residence of the Imperial Family, the iconic Vienna Opera House and stunning St. Stephen's Cathedral. Join a Guided Optional Excursion to Schonbrunn Palace-summer home of the Habsburg monarchy. Spend free time strolling on the pedestrian Karntnerstrasse-the most famous shopping avenue in central Vienna. Take a bike ride through the city and stop in a local cafe to enjoy Sachertorte or Apfelstrudel. This evening, enjoy an unforgettable musical performance with an Optional Excursion to attend a Royal Waltz Concert in an elegant hall.
• OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN VIENNA (B,L,D)

• Natural Beauty in Austria Enjoy some free time in the village of Hainburg or take a Guided Optional Excursion to discover the natural beauties of this area. During lunchtime enjoy a short cruise to Bratislava. BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA: Cathedral Coronations and a Crowning Castle ACTIVE - Follow your Avalon Adventure Host on a hike to lofty Bratislava Castle, OR: CLASSIC - Take a Guided City Walk, including the quaint streets of Old Town, Town Hall, and the sight of royal coronations at St. Martin's Cathedral.
• OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BUDAPEST (B,L,D)

• War Heroes and Hot Water ACTIVE - Hike up to a magnificent viewpoint in Budapest with your Adventure Host, OR: CLASSIC - Enjoy a Guided City Sightseeing, including the iconic Heroes' Square. This afternoon choose among a wide offer of Optional Guided Excursions or take in the beauty of Budapest while enjoying some free time exploring such famous sights as the Chain Bridge. Get to know the city's cafes and pubs, or take a hike through the hills above the Danube.
• OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN BUDAPEST (B,L,D)

Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning. Following the cruise the day is at your leisure. Later make your way to the hotel and check-in.

Spend the say exploring all that Budapest has to offer.

Check-out from your hotel and make your way to the airport.