Avalon Waterways
You've always forged your own path...with your own distinct perspective of looking at the world. Avalon Waterways presents a river cruise experience with your unique style in mind-offering expansive views and wider perspectives. With river cruising's only Open-Air BalconySM, these wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling windows open wider than any other in the industry, blurring the line between outside and in, forming a spacious seating area for six, and creating an open invitation to discover and dream. Even if you're a seasoned traveler, you've never seen Europe like this.
Whether you'd like a romantic mini-break, an extended exploration, or something in between, with Avalon Waterways, you get to choose the river cruise that reveals the very best of Europe, Asia or South America.
What defines luxury? Is it the enjoyment of the good things in life, or is it simply having things just the way you prefer them? At Avalon Waterways, we navigate with both elegance and ease to deliver a "just right" experience - one that transports you at just the right pace, with just the right amenities, and just the right views. Along the legendary waterways of Europe, we balance enriching activities, included excursions, mouthwatering cuisine, and unmatched service to offer the perfect degree of relaxed indulgence. We call this the Avalon difference.
Ships
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Avalon Panorama, Romantic Rhine ex Basel to Amsterdam
7 Night Cruise sailing from Basel, Switzerland onboard Avalon Panorama
- Departs: 16 Nov 2024
- Cruise line: Avalon Waterways
- Ship: Avalon Panorama
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Avalon Passion, The Blue Danube Discovery ex Budapest to Nuremberg
7 Night Cruise sailing from Budapest, Hungary onboard Avalon Passion
- Departs: 18 Nov 2024
- Cruise line: Avalon Waterways
- Ship: Avalon Passion
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Avalon Tapestry II, Paris To Normandy Paris Return
7 Night Cruise sailing from Paris, France onboard Avalon Tapestry II
- Departs: 19 Nov 2024
- Cruise line: Avalon Waterways
- Ship: Avalon Tapestry II
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Avalon Poetry II, Burgundy & Provence (wine Appreciation) ex Chalon to Arles
7 Night Cruise sailing from Chalon-sur-Saone, France onboard Avalon Poetry II
- Departs: 19 Nov 2024
- Cruise line: Avalon Waterways
- Ship: Avalon Poetry II
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Avalon Panorama, Romantic Rhine ex Amsterdam to Basel
7 Night Cruise sailing from Amsterdam, Rivers onboard Avalon Panorama
- Departs: 23 Nov 2024
- Cruise line: Avalon Waterways
- Ship: Avalon Panorama
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Avalon Passion, The Legendary Danube ex Nuremberg to Budapest
7 Night Cruise sailing from Nuremberg, Germany onboard Avalon Passion
- Departs: 25 Nov 2024
- Cruise line: Avalon Waterways
- Ship: Avalon Passion
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Avalon Saigon, Mekong Discovery ex Ho chi minh city (saigon) to Phnom penh
7 Night Cruise sailing from Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam onboard Avalon Saigon
- Departs: 28 Nov 2024
- Cruise line: Avalon Waterways
- Ship: Avalon Saigon
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Avalon Panorama, Romantic Rhine (festive) ex Basel to Amsterdam
7 Night Cruise sailing from Basel, Switzerland onboard Avalon Panorama
- Departs: 01 Dec 2024
- Cruise line: Avalon Waterways
- Ship: Avalon Panorama
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Avalon Tranquility II, Christmastime In Alsace And Germany ex Basel to Frankfurt
4 Night Cruise sailing from Basel, Switzerland onboard Avalon Tranquility II
- Departs: 02 Dec 2024
- Cruise line: Avalon Waterways
- Ship: Avalon Tranquility II
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Avalon Illumination, Christmastime On The Danube ex Nuremberg to Vienna
6 Night Cruise sailing from Nuremberg, Germany onboard Avalon Illumination
- Departs: 02 Dec 2024
- Cruise line: Avalon Waterways
- Ship: Avalon Illumination
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Avalon Tranquility II, Christmastime From Basel To Nuremberg ex Basel to Nuremberg
9 Night Cruise sailing from Basel, Switzerland onboard Avalon Tranquility II
- Departs: 02 Dec 2024
- Cruise line: Avalon Waterways
- Ship: Avalon Tranquility II
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Avalon Passion, Christmastime From Budapest To Vienna ex Budapest to Vienna
5 Night Cruise sailing from Budapest, Hungary onboard Avalon Passion
- Departs: 02 Dec 2024
- Cruise line: Avalon Waterways
- Ship: Avalon Passion
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Avalon Impression, Christmastime On The Danube ex Vienna to Nuremberg
6 Night Cruise sailing from Vienna, Austria onboard Avalon Impression
- Departs: 03 Dec 2024
- Cruise line: Avalon Waterways
- Ship: Avalon Impression
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Avalon Envision, The Blue Danube Discovery (festive) ex Budapest to Nuremberg
7 Night Cruise sailing from Budapest, Hungary onboard Avalon Envision
- Departs: 04 Dec 2024
- Cruise line: Avalon Waterways
- Ship: Avalon Envision
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Avalon Saigon, Mekong Discovery ex Phnom penh to Ho chi minh city (saigon)
7 Night Cruise sailing from Phnom Penh, Cambodia onboard Avalon Saigon
- Departs: 05 Dec 2024
- Cruise line: Avalon Waterways
- Ship: Avalon Saigon
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Avalon Tranquility II, Festive Season In The Heart Of Germany ex Frankfurt to Nuremberg
5 Night Cruise sailing from Frankfurt, Germany onboard Avalon Tranquility II
- Departs: 06 Dec 2024
- Cruise line: Avalon Waterways
- Ship: Avalon Tranquility II
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Avalon Panorama, Romantic Rhine (festive) ex Amsterdam to Basel
7 Night Cruise sailing from Amsterdam, Rivers onboard Avalon Panorama
- Departs: 08 Dec 2024
- Cruise line: Avalon Waterways
- Ship: Avalon Panorama
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Avalon Illumination, Christmastime From Vienna To Basel ex Vienna to Basel
15 Night Cruise sailing from Vienna, Austria onboard Avalon Illumination
- Departs: 08 Dec 2024
- Cruise line: Avalon Waterways
- Ship: Avalon Illumination
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Avalon Illumination, Christmastime On The Danube ex Vienna to Nuremberg
6 Night Cruise sailing from Vienna, Austria onboard Avalon Illumination
- Departs: 08 Dec 2024
- Cruise line: Avalon Waterways
- Ship: Avalon Illumination
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Avalon Illumination, Christmastime From Vienna To Frankfurt ex Vienna to Frankfurt
11 Night Cruise sailing from Vienna, Austria onboard Avalon Illumination
- Departs: 08 Dec 2024
- Cruise line: Avalon Waterways
- Ship: Avalon Illumination
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Inspired by Local Ingredients. Created by Top Chefs. Savored by All Aboard.
In addition to providing travelers the chance to immerse themselves in each destination they visit, we help them enjoy local cuisines, inspired by local ingredients and created by some of Europe's most highly skilled chefs, as well as regional wines on board our ships.
With help from our top European chefs, we offer cruisers the dining experience they crave. Some of the highlights of our vast menu of dining choices include:
Giving cruisers a choice of appetizer, salad, entrée, cheese and dessert
Featuring local fare options at each meal
Highlighting sustainable cuisine on our French itineraries
Providing cruisers more healthy menu options including low calorie, low sodium and glucose-free cuisine
Introducing Night Fare, served at 10:30 PM to cap off each day with a treat
And, with Avalon, the "most important meal of the day" really is the "most important." In addition to providing our travelers Early- and Late-riser breakfast options, we provide them complimentary sparkling wine – great for Mimosas – and made-to-order egg stations as well as a robust breakfast buffet. Guests can also order continental breakfast in their room and have drinks delivered throughout the day.
Avalon's menu of options doesn't begin and end with food. In addition to offering cruisers the customary complimentary wine, beer or soft drinks at dinner and soft drinks included with lunch, we feature a Cocktail Hour on our ships for cruisers interested in enjoying local wine, beer and other spirits before dinner, while socializing with fellow travelers. Complimentary cappuccino, espresso, latte and premium, Lavazza coffee are also provided to our passengers throughout the day. And, if that's not enough, we provide cruisers alcoholic and non-alcoholic drink packages that can be pre-purchased.
We also recognize that many of our cruisers are celebrating special occasions on our ships. That's why we offer them the chance to commemorate a birthday or anniversary with Celebration Package selections.
Meal Schedule
Early Riser Coffee, 6 a.m.
Start your day right with self-service coffee, hot water, croissants, cookies, and assorted finger foods.
Breakfast Buffet, 7 a.m.–8:30 a.m.
Enjoy a tempting selection of breads, cereals, fruits, cold cuts and cheeses, smoked salmon, pastries, yogurts, and juices. Hot items such as eggs, sausage, and bacon vary daily.*
*Buffet breakfast items are conveniently color coded on all Avalon Waterways river cruise ships to indicate foods that are low calorie, low fat/low calorie, high fiber, low cholesterol, and high energy
Late Riser Breakfast, 8:30 a.m.-9:30 a.m.
Self-service coffee, hot water, croissants, cookies and assorted finger foods.
Lunch Buffet, 12:30 p.m.
Select from intriguing appetizers, hearty soups, hot dishes, homemade breads, cold cuts and cheeses, salads, and delectable desserts.
Afternoon Tea, 4 p.m.
Take a mid-day break with coffee or tea and cake or cookies served in the lounge or on the top deck.
Dinner, 7:30 p.m.
Dine elegantly with a sit-down meal served in a single sitting. The chef will delight you with gourmet selections and the perfect, complimentary wines (complimentary beer or soft drinks also available). Menus typically feature an appetizer, soup, entrée, dessert, and coffee or tea.
Night Fare, 10:30 p.m.
Note: Meal times may vary depending on cruise schedule.
Tipping policy
Gratuities on board and on land are not included in the cruise price (except for Exclusive Collection cruises & New Zealand & Australian Guests). Tipping is a way to show your satisfaction for good service and is part of the cruising way of life. Many Australians and New Zealanders are unfamiliar with this custom and are unsure what to do when onboard, therefore Avalon Waterways have built in the cost to your cruise fare for all cruises in Europe. Please note we are unable to facilitate pre paid gratuities in Egypt, China or South America.
Children
n our many years of cruising experience, we have found that children under the age of eight typically are too young to fully enjoy a cruise vacation. Because of this and for the safety and enjoyment of all passengers, we do not accept children under eight years of age. In addition, please note that there are no special arrangements or activities for children on our ships.