Avalon European River Cruises 2021
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With spectacular journeys along the famous waterways of Europe, Egypt, China and the Galápagos Islands, Avalon Waterways river cruises and small ship cruising offer a comfortable and relaxing way to see the worlds. Named one of Travel & Leisure's Top-10 Small-Ship Cruise Lines (2007), Avalon River Cruise's new generation of ships are equipped with state-of-the art technology and were built to create a warm and inviting ambiance and with the travelers' comfort and safety in mind. Avalon specializes in European river cruises, Danube river cruises-Magnificent Europe Amsterdam to Budapest, Rhine river cruises-Romantic Rhine Zurich to Amsterdam, Moselle river cruises-Canals, Vineyards, and Paris, Nile river cruises, and China Yangtze river cruises.
Docking frequently to explore the charming cities and towns along the way, our experienced Local Guides will show you around and help you experience each destination like a local. Back on board, you'll find spacious staterooms with hotel-style beds, first-class dining with complementary wine at dinner, and remarkable amenities such as a fitness center, lounges and sun desks. As part of the award-winning, 80-year-old Globus family of brands, an Avalon River Cruise is sure to deliver on quality and leave you with a new perspective on the old world.
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2022: Romantic Rhine with 2 Nights in Lucerne (Southbound) (WAZ2) - Expression
From $3,887.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Expression
Your 10-day river cruise vacation includes stays in Holland, Germany, France, and Switzerland-all beginning with your Avalon Rhine River ...2022: German Grandeur (Eastbound) (WZN) - Tranquility II
From $3,599.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Tranquility II
Your picturesque European river cruise begins on the Rhine River in Basel, Switzerland.2022: The Heart of Cambodia & Vietnam with Bangkok (Southbound) (WSIB) - Saigon
From $7,159.00 (USD)
Destination: Asia/Far East
Ship: Saigon
This inspiring Southeast Asia river cruise vacation begins in vibrant Bangkok, Thailand.2021: Danube Symphony (Eastbound) (WPB) - View
From $2,499.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: View
Experience views to awaken the senses on your Danube River cruise from Germany to Hungary.2021: Romantic Rhine (Northbound) (WZA) - Panorama
From $2,899.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Panorama
One of Europe's most legendary rivers awaits you on this exciting journey along the Rhine River, which begins in Switzerland and stops in F...2021: A Taste of the Danube with 2 Nights in Budapest (Eastbound) (WVBE) - Envision
From $2,029.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Envision
Experience your Danube River cruise your way with two nights in Budapest after your cruise.2022: Colorful India & the Ganges River with Kathmandu (WDKE) - Ganges Voyager
From $7,329.00 (USD)
Destination: Asia/Far East
Ship: Ganges Voyager
Enter a world of color, culture, and cherished spiritual tradition of India and Nepal.2022: Enchanted Europe with 2 Nights in Lucerne (Eastbound) (WZB1) - Tranquility II
From $8,286.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Tranquility II2022: Balkan Discovery with 1 Night in Budapest & 2 Nights in Transylvania (WBOY) - Passion
From $4,657.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Passion
See the highlights of Eastern Europe on this Balkan river cruise adventure along the Danube River!2022: Romantic Rhine (Southbound) (WAZ) - Expression
From $2,849.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Expression
One of Europe's most legendary rivers awaits you on this exciting journey along the Rhine River, which takes you across Germany-and touch...2021: The Blue Danube Discovery with 2 Nights in Prague (WBNE) - Imagery II
From $3,629.00 (USD)
2022: Danube Symphony with 2 Nights in Munich (Eastbound) (WPBQ) - Envision
From $3,298.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Envision
Experience your Danube River cruise from Germany to Hungary your way with two nights in Munich before your cruise.2022: Enchanted Europe (Eastbound) (WZB) - Tranquility II
From $7,248.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Tranquility II
Your breathtaking river cruise begins on the Rhine River in Basel, Switzerland.2021: Festive Season in the Heart of Germany (WNF) - Impression
From $2,099.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Impression
This festive Christmastime river cruise begins in Nuremberg, the unofficial capital of the Holy Roman Empire.2021: Active & Discovery on the Danube (Westbound) (WBLQ) - Impression
From $3,729.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Impression
Whether you're an art lover, a foodie, a history buff, or an energetic adventurer, your Active & Discovery cruise on the Danube River off...2021: Burgundy & Provence with 1 Night in Marseille, 2 Nights in Paris & 3 Nights in London (Northbo
From $5,185.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Poetry II
Take a wondrous river cruise through beautiful France along the Rhone and Saone Rivers with guided sightseeing in the well-known French tr...2021: Romantic Rhine with 3 Nights in Paris & 3 Nights in London (Northbound) (WZA1) - Panorama
From $4,976.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Panorama
Your stunning river cruise on the Rhine will commence in Basel, for an amazing vacation which begins in Switzerland and stops in France, Ge...2021: Christmastime from Nuremberg to Basel (WNM) - Envision
From $4,098.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Envision
Celebrate this magical time of year with a delightful Christmastime river cruise through the beautiful views of the heart of Germany, on th...2022: Paris to Normandy with 3 Nights in London (WPP1) - Tapestry II
From $4,209.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Tapestry II
This fabulous Seine River cruise begins and ends in Paris with a 3-night Monograms vacation in London to crown your European vacation in...2022: The Rhine & Moselle: Canals, Vineyards & Castles with 1 Night in Amsterdam (WARQ) - Imagery II
From $3,658.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Imagery II
This magnificent European river cruise vacation begins in Holland's colorful, modern capital of Amsterdam.2021: Danube Symphony (Eastbound) (WPB) - View
From $2,499.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: View
Experience views to awaken the senses on your Danube River cruise from Germany to Hungary.2022: Burgundy & Provence with 2 Nights in Paris & 2 Nights in Nice (Southbound) (WJLY) - Poetry II
From $4,957.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Poetry II
Take a delightful river cruise through France along the Rhone and Saone Rivers with guided sightseeing in well-known French treasures and ...2022: Romantic Rhine with 3 Nights in Lake Como & 1 Night in Lucerne & Mount Pilatus (Northbound) (W
From $5,171.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Imagery II
Your European vacation begins with a Monograms vacation package in Lake Como and Lucerne, with a special excursion up Mount Pilatus for s...2021: The Danube from Germany to the Black Sea (WDOO) - Passion
From $11,276.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Passion
Embark on a 16-day Danube River cruise from Germany to Romania.2022: Romantic Rhine with 2 Nights in Lucerne (Southbound) (WAZ2) - Expression
From $3,887.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Expression
Your 10-day river cruise vacation includes stays in Holland, Germany, France, and Switzerland-all beginning with your Avalon Rhine River ...2022: Burgundy & Provence with 2 Nights in Nice, 2 Nights in Paris, 3 Nights in Venice & 3 Nights in
From $7,389.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Poetry II
Take a wondrous river cruise through beautiful France along the Rhone and Saone Rivers with guided sightseeing in the well-known French tr...2022: A Taste of the Rhine (Northbound) (WFA) - Impression
From $2,099.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Impression
Discover extraordinary destinations in Germany and Holland on this Rhine River cruise to sample local charms and traditions from Frankfu...2022: The Blue Danube Discovery with 2 Nights in Budapest (WBNQ) - Artistry II
From $4,038.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Artistry II
This timeless European vacation begins with two nights in vibrant Budapest, Hungary, before your Danube River cruise with exciting stops...2022: Christmastime from Nuremberg to Basel (WNM) - Imagery II
From $4,098.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Imagery II
Celebrate this magical time of year with a delightful Christmastime river cruise through the beautiful views of the heart of Germany, on ...2022: A Taste of the Danube with 2 Nights in Budapest (Westbound) (WBVQ) - Artistry II
From $2,088.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Artistry II
From the Gypsy violins of Budapest to the romantic sounds of Vienna, the 'City of Music,' this European river cruise highlights the natu...
Embark with Avalon on your choice of 80 cruises on 10 rivers through 20 countries in Europe, Asia, and South America.
Showing 2021 Information. Switch to 2022 » Your vacation in France begins with a night in Paris—“The City of Light.” You’ll board your Avalon Suite Ship® in Le Havre and enjoy guided sightseeing in the port town before embarking on your Seine River cruise. Showing 2021 Information. Switch to 2022 » If you’ve dreamed of seeing the legendary flowers of Holland and Belgium, this is the perfect way to spend springtime among the tulips! This 2-week European river cruise begins and ends in Amsterdam to explore the flowering fields, windmills, and delicious Dutch cuisine, culture, and art.
Avalon European River Cruises 2021
Discover the European continent on its legendary rivers from the North Sea to the Black Sea. From the English Channel to the Mediterranean Sea, discover timeless tradition and beauty on the Rhine, Danube, Seine, and Rhône – to name just a few.
Avalon View With the youngest fleet of ships on Europe's waterways, Avalon Waterways continues our outstanding commitment to comfortable luxury and excellence with the View. Passengers can choose from two full decks of award-winning Panorama Suites, featuring wall-to-wall and floor-to-ceiling Panoramic Windows that transform your living space. Search for great cruise deals and compare prices to help you plan your next Avalon Waterways cruise vacation to Europe. Sailing Date: 4/14/2021. Avalon Artistry II. 2021 Christmas Market River Cruise: Experience the holiday season the European way! Enjoy Christmas market cruises. Book a Christmas cruise with Avalon today!
Or explore South America with a cruise on the Amazon or an expedition to the Galápagos Islands. Discover ancient traditions on the Mekong in Southeast Asia, the sacred Ganges in India, or the mysterious Nile in Egypt. Whatever you decide, cruise your way with countless combinations of land stays before or after your cruise.
You could be discovering endless wonders as you experience Europe like never before. Glide past imposing medieval castles, lush riverbank vineyards and remarkable ancient wonders and be close enough you can almost touch the river banks from the comfort of your suite. Every gentle bend of the river reveals another fascinating sight as your luxurious river cruise ship winds its way through scenic landscapes, delivering you right to the heart of some of Europe’s most celebrated cities.
Perhaps immersing yourself in an unforgettable fusion of distinctive sights, colourful cultures and ancient traditions along the legendary rivers of Asia is more your thing. With a maximum of 36 guests on Southeast Asia cruises and 56 on India cruises, Avalon gets you closer to the must-see sights and introduces you to the unique stories and people in each destination. An expert Cruise Director and carefully selected Certified Local Guides accompany you throughout your adventure, ensuring no detail is overlooked.
European River Cruises
While travel has come to a necessary pause in 2020, nothing can stop us from letting our hearts and minds wander! No matter what comes to mind, Avalon has a cruise in every far flung corner of the world: the dense Amazon rainforest, the spiritual meccas of India, the buzz of the Mekong river, the enthralling environments at the Galapagos Islands and the medieval fortresses of central Europe. Avalon can – and will – get you there!
On the eight-day Mekong Discovery river cruise you’ll be immersed in the cultures and ancient traditions as you sightsee and spend time with locals in interesting places along the mighty Mekong River. Enjoy experiences such as an ox cart ride among rice paddy fields and witness the daily lives of farmers, and visit a silversmith village and watch craftsmen making silver artwork using ancient techniques.
Extend your Mekong Discovery with the 13 day Fascinating Vietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong river cruise and enjoy extra stays in Siem Reap and Ho Chi Minh. In Siem Reap, get up close to the phenomenal Temples of Angkor with an intricacy and architectural grandeur unmatched in the world. In bustling Ho Chi Minh City, visit the famous landmarks then try your hand in the kitchen, Vietnamese-style, with a cooking class.
If a festive river cruise through Central Europe takes your fancy, look no further than the Christmastime on the Danube itinerary, and enter a stunning world of cherished Christmas traditions along the Danube River. Enjoy magical moments visiting famous Christmas markets in Nuremberg, Regensburg, Passau and Vienna.
MEKONG DISCOVERY
Charming and hospitable people welcome you into their villages to share their culture and stories on this unforgettable cruise through Vietnam and Cambodia. Candy makers, weavers, master silversmiths, and local school children are just a few of those who carry the Mekong River traditions through the generations. Join Avalon for discoveries along the legendary Mother of Water.
FASCINATING VIETNAM, CAMBODIA & THE MEKONG RIVER
Explore Cambodia’s spectacular Angkor temple complex, including the famed Angkor Wat, on an intimate Avalon ship experience to further reaches of the Mekong River. Stroll through the sights and sounds of daily life in local markets to find no shortage of inspirational stories and warm local people to share them. Discover a different world on this life-giving river through Vietnam and Cambodia.
CHRISTMASTIME ON THE DANUBE
This Danube River cruise features the most popular Christmas markets in Central Europe. Shop and enjoy the glowing market stalls in Nuremberg, Regensburg and Vienna on this cruise from Nuremberg to Vienna. Few experiences could compare to the winter holiday season on the blue Danube!
With another season comes another range of incredible river cruising experiences just waiting to be had! One of Europe’s most legendary rivers awaits you on the exciting Romantic Rhine that takes you across Germany and touches Holland, France, and Switzerland! Enjoy special moments such as a canal cruise exploring the iconic waterways of Amsterdam and a wine tasting at the largest German wine producer.
Many culinary delights can be found on the eight-day Burgundy & Provence itinerary. This river cruise through France along the Rhône and Saône Rivers will showcase well known French treasures and some hidden gems too! In Lyon, join a culinary walk through the city to discover (and taste!) why Lyon is known as the gastronomic capital of France. In Arles, channel your inner Van Gogh and attend a Painting Workshop to learn his techniques and create your own painting in the style of the legendary artist. This cruise will leave you inspired in more ways than one!
If elevating your heart rate is more your speed, Avalon’s new Active & Discovery river cruises offer a deeper immersion into each destination with the most engaging activities imaginable. From inspiring food and wine tastings to invigorating kayaking tours and hiking tours, Active & Discovery on the Danube was designed for every type of doer. The possibilities are as wide open as the views.
ROMANTIC RHINE
The beautiful banks of the Rhine River are spotted with vineyards, castles and palaces. This cruise sails through stunning views of Amsterdam, Cologne, the Rhine Gorge, Strasbourg and the Black Forest on the romantic and remarkably beautiful Rhine.
BURGUNDY & PROVENCE
Spend a few days in Burgundy, and sail on the Saône River to where it meets the Rhône River at the culinary capital of France – Lyon. Discover the beautiful vineyards of charming Provence, and sail the entirety of the Rhône to Port Saint Louis. A banquet for the senses in Burgundy and Provence!
ACTIVE & DISCOVERY ON THE DANUBE
Experience the Danube River at its best with time to explore charming villages and exciting cities such as Budapest and Deggendorf. Included active excursions and cultural discoveries alongside classic sightseeing offer something for everyone on this Active & Discovery cruise.