Avalon Visionary

Overview

The all new Avalon Visionary is a completely new class of ship, designed to revolutionise river cruising and deliver the ultimate in comfort, style and superb service. Launching in 2012, this intimate and innovative ‘Suite Ship’ will offer two full decks of Suites each with wall-to-wall panoramic windows that open to create unique Open-Air Balconies™. Avalon Visionary was designed with comfort in mind and with upgrades and enhancements throughout, offers impeccable personal service and attention to detail as well as fine dining and chic, contemporary decor. Every suite provides the very best in size, views and design. Each is sized at an incredibly spacious 200 square feet and features an impressive wall-to-wall panoramic window which opens to an airy two thirds across, giving the feeling of having your own exclusive open-air balcony. Even the placement of the bed allows you to wake up and retire to bed each day facing the magnificent river views.

Avalon Visionary's innovative design includes:

  • A completely new class of ship with a modern approach to technology and design for the ultimate river cruise experience
  • Revolutionary engineering
  • State-of-the-art navigational technologies
  • Elegant and contemporary décor including meticulous woodwork, hand-finished surfaces, and elegant polished metal and glass throughout
  • Impressively spacious public areas
  • Two full decks of suite accommodation sized at a generous 200 sq ft
  • Plush, comfortable furnishings and fabrics renowned for their quality, beauty and functionality
  • Designer lighting
  • Enhanced soundproofing
  • Panoramic windows in all public areas
  • Non-smoking interior

Deck Plans

Explore the range of amenities and stateroom categories available on board Avalon Visionary:

Deck Plan Legend: 

 

Deck Plan Key: Technical Data: Stateroom Categories:
1.   Sky Lounge
2.   Navigation Bridge
3.   Sky Bistro
4.   Whirlpool
5.   Premium lounge chairs and shade awnings
6.   Deck Game area
7.   Observation Lounge
8.   Panorama Bistro
9.   Panorama Lounge
10. Bar
11. Internet centre
12. Reception/Guest services
13. Lift
14. Atrium
15. Hairdresser
16. Club Lounge
17. Kitchen
18. Dining room
19. Fitness centre
Built: 2012
Length: 361 ft
Crew members: 35
Deluxe Staterooms: 12
Panorama Suites: 50
Royal Suites: 2

Ship Amenities

One of the youngest river cruise fleets in Europe, Avalon Waterways river cruise ships are equipped with an unrivalled selection of contemporary amenities, as well as being incredibly spacious and modern. Ship amenities include:

  • Two full decks of suite accommodaton
  • Wall-to-wall panoramic windows opening to create an Open-Air Balcony™ in every suite
  • Spacious Sky Deck with shade system, premium lounge chairs and whirlpool
  • Open-air bistro on Sky Deck
  • Spacious, open-seating dining room including a five-star fine dining service and full panoramic windows
  • Two lounges, one with first class bar serving premium spirits
  • Self service hot drinks centre with complimentary coffee & tea throughout the day
  • Fitness centre
  • Internet centre
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi access
  • Hairdressing salon
  • Well-stocked library

Your stateroom

  • Wall-to-wall panoramic window with an 11-foot width
  • Wall-to-wall panoramic window opens to transform the living space into a large Open-Air Balcony™
  • Open-air balcony with 6-person seating area
  • Complimentary use of Apple iPad (Royal Suites only) NB. Apple does not endorse or sponsor this service. iPad is a trademark of Apple Inc.
  • Comfortable, hotel-style beds
  • Choice of bed configuration (twin beds or a queen-size double bed, Royal Suites have a king-size double bed)
  • Choice of soft or firm pillows
  • Comfort Collection by Avalon featuring premium mattress covers, Egyptian super-combed cotton linens, duvets and extra blankets
  • Nightly turn-down service
  • Bedside tables with reading lamps
  • Flatscreen satellite TV with film channels & radio
  • Spacious 3-door wardrobe with shelves
  • Writing desk and dressing table with mirror
  • Easy under-bed luggage storage
  • Large private designer bathroom, fully equipped with full shower with glass door, marble countertops, vanity unit with large mirror, hairdryer and premium L'Occitane bathroom amenities
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Well-stocked minibar
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • In-room safe
  • Alarm clock
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi access
  • Direct-dial telephone
  • Individual climate control
  • Continental breakfast and beverage service available

Your excursions and entertainment

  • Onboard lectures, activities and evening piano music
  • Captain's reception with Champagne and canapés
  • Special welcome and farewell dinners
  • Social Hour in the main lounge
  • Services of a professional Cruise Director
  • Individual audio systems for all guided shore excursions
  • Sightseeing with Local Guides and excursions as per the Included Highlights section of each cruise description

Staterooms

Avalon Visionary offers you a choice of stateroom styles for your river cruise:

Royal Suite 300 sq ft    
     
         
         

 

Category B, A & P Panorama Suites 200 sq ft    
     
         
         

 

Category D & E Deluxe Stateroom 172 sq ft    
     
         
         

Cruises

Avalon Waterways offer a selection of river cruise holidays aboard your chosen ship: