Avalon Waterways River Cruises
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.
Current Promotions:
Ships
- Affinity
- Artistry II
- Century Legend
- Century Paragon
- Delfin III
- Envision
- Expression
- Felicity
- Ganges Voyager
- Illumination
- Imagery II
- Impression
- Isabela II
- Luminary
- Myanmar
- Panorama
- Passion
- Poetry II
- Saigon
- Siem Reap
- Sonesta St George
- Tapestry II
- Tranquility II
- Treasure of Galapagos
- View
- Visionary
- Vista
Destinations
Featured Avalon Waterways River Cruises
2020: A Taste of the Rhine (Northbound) (WFA) - Artistry II
From $1,999.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Artistry II
Get the perfect view of Germany's Rhine River with a sample of its charms from Mainz to Amsterdam.2020: Mekong Discovery (Southbound) (WSH) - Siem Reap
From $3,949.00 (USD)
Destination: Asia/Far East
Ship: Siem Reap
On this unique and inspiring Southeast Asia river cruise through Cambodia and Vietnam, you'll be immersed in the cultures and ancie...2020: Balkan Discovery with 2 Nights in Transylvania (WBOE) - Passion
From $4,448.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Passion
Expect outstanding views on your Danube River cruise from Hungary to Romania!2020: The Rhine & Moselle (Southbound) (WHZ) - Visionary
From $5,399.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Visionary
Your river cruise vacation starts in marvelous Amsterdam where there is much to see!2020: Christmastime from Nuremberg to Basel (WNM) - Tranquility II
From $4,098.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Tranquility II
Celebrate this magical time of year with a delightful Christmastime river cruise through the beautiful views of the heart of Germany,...2020: German Grandeur with 2 Nights in Munich (Eastbound) (WZNE) - Visionary
From $4,198.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Visionary
Your picturesque river cruise begins on the Rhine River in Basel, Switzerland.2020: Danube Serenade with 2 Nights in Transylvania (WPOE) - Passion
From $6,447.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Passion
Take in the views on your European river cruise from the Danube Delta through the Balkans, Austria, and Germany.2020: Fascinating Vietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong River with Hanoi & Ha Long Bay (Southbound) (WSHH)
From $5,899.00 (USD)
Destination: Asia/Far East
Ship: Siem Reap
On this inspiring Southeast Asia river cruise through Vietnam and Cambodia, you'll be immersed in the cultures and ancient traditio...2020: Central European Experience with 2 Nights in Prague & 2 Nights in Paris (Westbound) (WNR1) - A
From $4,875.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Artistry II
Savor the experience of Central Europe's gems along the Rhine, Moselle, and Main Rivers, and continue your ad-venture with a wonderful v...2020: German Grandeur (Westbound) (WNZ) - Visionary
From $3,499.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Visionary
See the grandeur of Germany with a scenic river cruise through its most picturesque destinations along the Main and Rhine Rivers.2020: Grand France with 1 Night in Marseille (Southbound) (WPLE) - Tapestry II and Poetry II
From $6,588.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Tapestry II
This French river cruise highlighting the best views of France is certainly grand!2020: Romantic Rhine with 3 Nights in Paris & 3 Nights in London (Northbound) (WZA1) - View
From $6,005.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: View
Your stunning river cruise on the Rhine will commence in Basel, for an amazing vacation which begins in Switzerland and stops in France, German...2020: Burgundy & Provence with 2 Nights in Aix-en-Provence & 2 Nights in Nice (Southbound) (WJL3) -
From $4,561.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Poetry II
Take a delightful river cruise through France along the Rhone and Saone Rivers with guided sightseeing in known French treasures and some ...2020: Magnificent Rivers of Europe (Westbound) (WBH) - Artistry II
From $7,197.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Artistry II
Amazing views on the Danube, Main, and Rhine rivers await on your European cruise.2020: The Danube from the Black Sea to Germany with 2 Nights in Prague & 2 Nights in Berlin (WODB) -
From $9,047.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Passion
From the 'Paris of the East' in Bucharest, Romania, to Germany's capital city of Berlin, and passing through the Czech Republic's 'Golden Ci...2020: Tulip Time Cruise (WAA) - Tranquility II
From $2,949.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Tranquility II
This scenic river cruise gets underway from Holland's popular, modern capital of Amsterdam.2020: Tulips of Northern Holland (WHA) - Tranquility II
From $3,149.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Tranquility II
Explore the well-known sites of Holland, plus some off the beaten paths, for a unique and fascinating river cruise vacation.2020: Danube Dreams (Westbound) (WBD) - Envision
From $3,299.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Envision
Cruise along the peaceful Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, and Germany-stopping at some of Central Europe's most splendid c...2020: Romantic Rhine with Mount Pilatus, 1 Night in Lucerne & 3 Nights in Lake Como (Southbound) (WA
From $5,092.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Impression
One of Europe's most legendary rivers awaits you on this exciting journey along the Rhine River, which takes you across Germany-and touch...2020: Burgundy & Provence with 2 Nights in Paris, 2 Nights in Nice & 3 Nights in Barcelona (Southbou
From $6,070.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Poetry II
This France river cruise adventure begins in style with two overnights in Paris-one of the world's most romantic and vibrant cities!2020: Central European Experience with 2 Nights in Paris & 2 Nights in Prague (Eastbound) (WRN1) - I
From $5,036.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Imagery II
Savor the experience of Central Europe's gems along the Rhine, Moselle, and Main Rivers, and begin your adven-ture with a wonderful visit...2020: Tulip Time Cruise with 3 Nights in Paris (WAA1) - Tranquility II
From $4,207.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Tranquility II
Your scenic river cruise through Holland and Belgium begins in the colorful capital of the Nether-lands-Amsterdam.2020: Romantic Rhine (Southbound) (WAZ) - Artistry II
From $3,599.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Artistry II
One of Europe's most legendary rivers awaits you on this exciting journey along the Rhine River, which takes you across Germany-and touc...2020: Central European Experience with 2 Nights in London, 2 Nights in Paris & 2 Nights in Prague (E
From $5,727.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Imagery II
Savor the experience of Central Europe's gems along the Rhine, Moselle, and Main Rivers, and begin your adventure with a visit for 2 nigh...2020: Jewels of Central Europe with 2 Nights in Budapest & 2 Nights in Paris (Westbound) (WBR1) - Ar
From $7,624.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Artistry II
Explore Germany, Austria, and Hungary on your European river cruise with timeless views from four magnificent rivers.2020: From the Inca Empire to the Peruvian Amazon with the Nazca Lines & Galapagos Cruise (WAMY) - D
From $11,079.00 (USD)
Destination: South America
Ship: Delfin III
Experience the fascinating Nazca Lines, archaeological treasures, and gastronomic delights of Peru, with the untamed rainforest of...2020: Grand German Sojourn with 2 Nights in Prague (Eastbound) (WANE) - Artistry II
From $4,978.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Artistry II
For a grand view of many of Holland's and Germany's charming and captivating towns, you'll cruise on the Rhine and Main Rivers from Amst...2020: The Danube from the Black Sea to Germany with 2 Nights in Prague & 2 Nights in Berlin (WODB) -
From $9,047.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Passion
From the 'Paris of the East' in Bucharest, Romania, to Germany's capital city of Berlin, and passing through the Czech Republic's 'Golden Ci...2020: Danube Dreams (Westbound) (WBD) - Envision
From $3,299.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Envision
Cruise along the peaceful Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, and Germany-stopping at some of Central Europe's most splendid c...2020: Danube Dreams with 2 Nights in Prague & 2 Nights in Berlin (Westbound) (WBDB) - Envision
From $4,378.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: Envision
Cruise along the peaceful Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, and Germany-stopping at some of Central Europe's most splendid c...
