Avalon Waterways redefines the river cruise experience through thoughtful ship design and a strong emphasis on personal space. Their Suite Ships average just 150 guests, creating a quieter, more relaxed environment compared to traditional river cruises.
Panorama Suites feature Open-Air Balconies with floor-to-ceiling windows and beds positioned to face the view, keeping Europe’s landscapes present throughout the journey. This design-forward approach allows travelers to stay connected to the destination even while on board.
Limited-Time Offer on Select 2026 Europe River Cruises
When you reserve through our travel agency, you can take advantage of a limited-time offer available on select Avalon Waterways Europe river cruises in 2026:
- Free airfare or savings of $1,500 per person
- Prepaid gratuities on select Active & Discovery itineraries
Active & Discovery Itineraries: Explore at Your Own Pace
Avalon’s Active & Discovery itineraries offer a level of flexibility rarely found on European river cruises. With up to 28 included excursions on select sailings, travelers choose how they want to experience each destination.
Options may include culinary tastings; guided biking, hiking or cultural walking tours; or sight seeing for those who crave history, art, and iconic landmarks. The experience adapts to how you prefer to travel, not the other way around.
What’s Included on Avalon River Cruises
Every Avalon Waterways river cruise includes carefully planned comforts and experiences designed to simplify travel while maximizing time in the destination.
Included on every cruise:
- Spacious staterooms and Panorama Suites
- Avalon Choice shore excursions
- All meals on board featuring regional cuisine
- Complimentary Happy Hour
- Your choice of mattress firmness with the mattress menu
- Attentive service throughout the voyage
Planning the right Europe river cruise involves choosing the right itinerary, season and travel style. Our travel advisors provide destination knowledge, access to current offers and personalized support before, during and after your journey.
Featured Sailings:
Arles, France
8-Day Active & Discovery on the Rhône River – Northbound
Avalon Poetry II
Departing April – September 2026
Arles, Port-Saint-Louis, Avignon, Viviers, Tournon, Tain-l’Hermitage, Lyon
Fares from $5,030 per person
Rouen, France
9-Day Active & Discovery on the Seine River – Northbound
Avalon Tapestry II
Departing April – September 2026
Paris, Conflans, Les Andelys, La Roche-Guyon, Rouen, Caudebec with excursion to Normandy, Le Havre, transfer back to Paris
Fares from $5,419 per person
Avalon Expression
8-Day Active & Discovery on the Danube River – Westbound
Avalon Expression | Avalon Visionary | Avalon Illumination
Departing May – October 2026
Budapest, Visegrád, Vienna, Krems, Grein, Mauthausen, Linz, Engelhartszell, Schlögen Oxbow, Vilshofen
Fares from $4,330 per person
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
8-Day Active & Discovery on the Rhine River – Southbound
Avalon Vista | Avalon Panorama
Departing May – October 2026
Amsterdam, Düsseldorf, Koblenz, Rhine Gorge, Speyer with excursion to Heidelberg, Kehl with excursion to Strasbourg, Breisach with excursion to the Black Forest, Basel
Fares from $4,830 per person
Ghent, Belgium
8-Day Active & Discovery in Holland & Belgium – Southbound
Avalon Expression | Avalon Impression | Avalon Illumination
Departing May – September 2026
Amsterdam, Middelburg, Ghent, Brussels, Antwerp, Rotterdam, Amsterdam
Fares from $4,330 per person
