No matter what you’re into: food, wine, history, art, music or anything else,
we give you the freedom to personalize your vacation with optional excursions that speak to your interests.
When you book your excursions with us, you can be assured that every optional excursion that we offer coordinates with the free time that you'll have in your destination,
so you'll never have conflicts between included and optional activities.
Our team of travel experts carefully selects each optional excursion that we offer to ensure that you receive the highest quality at a great value.
Our tried-and-true partners have a finger on the pulse of the city in which they operate so they deliver the very best experiences.
We offer experiences you cannot create on your own and because you’re booking with us, we coordinate all your transportation and timing needs.
The following optional excursions are examples only for this vacation. These may or may not be offered, and availability is subject to days of operation and seasonality. Please select a departure date to view optional excursions and pricing for a specific date (due to currency fluctuation, pricing shown is subject to change until purchased). Optional excursions are available for purchase on our MyAvalon site 90 days prior to the tour start date.
Price Ranges
$ ($50 USD and under)
$$ ($51 - $100 USD)
$$$ ($101 - $150 USD)
$$$$ (Over $150)
Budapest
Vienna
Passau
Regensburg
Prague
Packages
Budapest
Tastes of Hungary Dinner & Wine Pairing
Explore the piquant flavors of traditional Hungarian cuisine and learn the best wines to pair with it during this fun and delicious food and wine-pairing dinner!
Price Range: $$
Belle Époque Art & Architecture of Budapest
Travel back to the Golden Age of Budapest's Belle Époque on this captivating guided excursion featuring Andrássy Avenue, glass-painter Miksa Róth's Memorial House, and the crown jewel of Budapest: the incomparable Hungarian State Opera House!
Price Range: $$
Lunch & Wine Tasting in the Hungarian Countryside
Travel into the beautiful Hungarian countryside for an enriching half-day discovery of the Etyek wine region, including two wine cellar visits with wine tasting.
Price Range: $$
Private Budapest Jewish Heritage Discovery
Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Eastern Europe's largest Jewish community on this captivating guided tour through Budapest's former Jewish ghetto. This private excursion is only available for purchase online in advance of travel through the Avalon Waterways website.
Price Range: $$$$
Discover the Hungarian Puszta
Travel into the heart of the Puszta to an authentic horse ranch, where a breathtaking equestrian show, carriage ride, and hearty Hungarian lunch with Gypsy music await!
Price Range: $$
Vienna
Classical Concert
Enjoy a spellbinding evening of classical works by Mozart and Johann Strauss, performed brilliantly by professional Salon Orchestra Alt-Wien musicians in one of Europe's prettiest venues.
Price Range: $$
A Day in the Life of an Austrian Family
This fantastic half-day excursion takes you into the Burgenland region to meet a local family and see what life is like in eastern Austria. Learn about daily routines and traditions; hear how the area's superb soils and 300-plus sunny days a year make this the perfect place to grow agricultural crops; and visit the winery the family has run since the 18th century. You will also get the chance to taste the local wines, accompanied by homemade cheese, cherry chutney, and more!
Price Range: $$
Schönbrunn Palace, Crown Jewel of Vienna
Visit magnificent Schönbrunn Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and former summer residence of the Habsburg imperial family.
Price Range: $$
Vienna Food and Cultural Tour
Experience the romance of Vienna's daily life through the city's cuisine and culture.
Price Range: $$
Passau
Southern Bohemia
You'll feel like you've stepped right into the Middle Ages on this full-day excursion to Ceský Krumlov, the 'Pearl of the Bohemian Forest'.
Price Range: $$$
Sound of Music Salzburg
From Mozart to "The Sound of Music", this delightful excursion provides an in-depth look at both the city of Salzburg and its majestic surroundings.
Price Range: $$$
Regensburg
Weltenburg: Bavaria's Oldest Abbey
Visit Bavaria's oldest monastery, 7th-century Weltenburg Abbey with its stunning setting in the Danube Gorge, splendid interior, and the oldest monastic brewery in the world!
Price Range: $$
Prague
Prague Food and Cultural Tour
Explore the backstreets of Prague with an expert guide to discover the city¿s best local eateries, meet the people behind the food, and to sample some mouthwatering specialties!
Price Range: $$
Czech Dinner & Folklore Show
Experience the heart and traditions of the Czech Republic at this festive evening featuring the country¿s traditional food, music, song, and dance!
Price Range: $$
The Terrible Tragedy of Terezin
Prepare for a moving encounter with Terezin, a magnificent 18th-century Austrian fortress with a terrible past. This guided excursion reveals the tragic suffering that took place under the brutal Nazi regime at what became the Terezín Concentration Camp.
Price Range: $$
Wonders & Wines of Castle Melník
Travel into the Bohemian wine country for an engaging guided visit of medieval Castle Melník and a tasting of the locally produced wines!
Price Range: $$
Prague's Hidden Treasures
Walk with an expert guide around Prague's Charles Bridge and ancient Malá Strana district on the Left Bank of the Vltava River to discover the city's tucked-away treasures.
Price Range: $
Packages
Celebration Packages
Celebrating a birthday or anniversary while you're cruising? Add an Avalon Celebration Package to your vacation. You can make your special day even more memorable with special touches ranging from flowers to a private cocktail reception.
Price Range: $$$$