Avalon Waterways River Cruises

Suite Ships®, open-air balconies, and a cruise-your-way approach with Classic, Active or Discovery excursions on every itinerary.

  • Suite Ships® Views

    Wall-to-wall panoramic windows with beds facing the river.

  • Excursions, Your Way

    Choose Classic, Active or Discovery options every day.

  • Avalon Fresh® Dining

    Locally sourced, nutritious flavours in a relaxed setting.

  • Relaxed Luxury

    Flexible onboard atmosphere with casual dress code.

What Makes Avalon Different?

  • Suite Ships® & Open-Air Balconies – wall-to-wall windows; beds face the river.
  • Excursions, Your Way – Classic, Active or Discovery options included daily.
  • Avalon Fresh® – locally sourced, nutritious dining.
  • Relaxed Luxury – flexible, casual onboard atmosphere.

Programme and inclusions can vary by itinerary and date.

Every Avalon Waterways sailing is fully bookable with The River Cruise Company.

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Avalon Waterways FAQs

In Europe: the Danube, Rhine, Main, Moselle, Seine, Rhône & Saône, and Douro, plus the Dutch & Belgian Waterways. Beyond Europe, Avalon also offers select itineraries on the Mekong and the Nile.
Wall-to-wall panoramic windows that open to create an Open-Air Balcony®, with beds facing the view—a signature Avalon design for more light and river scenery.
Daily excursions (Classic, Active or Discovery), onboard dining with regional specialities, complimentary Wi-Fi in most areas, and various onboard activities. Exact inclusions vary by itinerary and date—your quote will confirm details.
A dining philosophy featuring locally sourced, seasonal ingredients with lighter, nutritious options—alongside classic favourites—served in a relaxed atmosphere.
Relaxed luxury: smart-casual works day and night. No formal nights required; some guests dress up a touch for special evenings.
Yes—complimentary Wi-Fi is available on most ships; signal quality can vary by location along the river.

Inclusions and policies may change by ship, destination and date—your quote will confirm exactly what’s covered.