Avalon Waterways
Avalon Waterways

Avalon Waterways

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What they’re known for
River cruises to classic and exotic destinations with a luxury flair and personalization options.
Why we love this operator
They combine the assurance of working with a large cruise operator with the warmth and personal service of a boutique provider.
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Christmastime from Frankfurt to Vienna
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River Cruise
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy

Highlights

  • Onboard welcome reception
  • Guided tour
  • Guided tour, visit the Bishop’s Residence; Christmas market
12 days$517 / day
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Fascinating Vietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong River with Bangkok (Northbound)
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River Cruise
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy

Highlights

  • Welcome to Vietnam
  • Walking tour; visit the famous Rex Hotel for a drink, War Remnants Museum, and Ben Thanh Market; cooking class and lunch
  • Cu Chi Tunnels excursion
16 days$444 / day
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Mekong Discovery (Northbound)
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River Cruise
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy

Highlights

  • Onboard welcome reception
  • Visit a local workshop to see how rice paper, rice wine, and traditional candy are made in Vinh Long; interact with sampan-making and conical hat making families in Cu Lao Gieng
  • Visit a local market and the religious sites at Sam Mountain in Chau Doc; walking tour of Long Khanh A with cotton-weaving demonstration
8 days$592 / day
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Why we love Avalon Waterways

They combine the assurance of working with a large cruise operator with the warmth and personal service of a boutique provider.

The Danube from Germany to Romania with 2 Nights in Prague, 1 Night in Bucharest & 2 Nights in Transylvania
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River Cruise
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy

Highlights

  • Welcome to Prague
  • Guided sightseeing, see the Astronomical Clock and visit Hradcany Castle grounds
  • Travel by motorcoach to Regensburg, guided sightseeing; transfer to Vilshofen; onboard welcome reception
20 days$459 / day
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Enchanted Europe with 2 Nights in Budapest (Westbound)
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River Cruise
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy

Highlights

  • Welcome to Budapest!
  • Guided tour, see Heroes' Square
  • Onboard welcome reception
18 days$489 / day
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Danube Symphony with 1 Night in Budapest (Westbound)
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River Cruise
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy

Highlights

  • Welcome to Budapest
  • Guided tour, see Heroes' Square; onboard welcome reception
  • Choice of a guided sightseeing, visit St. Martin's Cathedral or hike to Bratislava Castle with your Adventure Host
7 days$425 / day
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Avalon Waterways Reviews & Ratings

4.7/5  Excellent
1,815  Reviews
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Excellent
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Great
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Average
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Disappointing
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crezet kickartz

Feb 2025

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My husband and I went on our first trip from Amsterdam to Basel. It was so great and as it was my first big OE the sights were very breath-taking.

The Avalon was so wonderful and all staff were very helpful in many ways, we couldn't fault the ship or staff. Would recommend Avalon river cruises. The rooms are lo...

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James Allen

Jan 2025

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Great Staff

The staff was interactive, polite, and memorable. We were lucky enough to have met and interacted with the staff on 2 different boats. Avalon handled the necessary c...

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Ashley Everett

Jan 2025

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The whole experience of Avalon: 10/10

The crew, the boat, the service, the food, and especially our favorite waiter- Gino- were the BEST! I would highly recommend this ship and cruise line to anyone! I h...

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Norman J Romagosa

Jan 2025

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Avalon is #1

The crew was impeccable and offered the best service possible. The vessel was very clean and modern and the food was very good. Most of the excursions were very in...

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Carole Hilmer

Dec 2024

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Excellent staff care

Excellent staff to care for our wishes and needs. From room ser...

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