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We travel to see new things, try new things, and experience new cultures. So it only makes sense to set sail on a river cruise that’s just as far from the ordinary. From endless views to endless possibilities, Avalon Waterways charts a whole new course in river cruising.

Our new Active Discovery river cruises down the Danube, Rhine and Rhône Rivers offer a deeper immersion in each destination. Enjoy beautiful views of castles as you glide along legendary riverbanks in a canoe or perfect your brushstrokes in a local art studio. From steering a bicycle through Europe’s must-see sights to searing today’s catch in a lively cooking class, our Active Discovery river cruises present a whole new level of engagement.

Book your 2019 Active Discovery cruise by 30 November 2018, and you can save up to £865pp. So there's no better time to see Europe's rivers from our award-winning staterooms and river cruises.

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Active Discovery on the Rhine

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New for 2018

from £1,934 per person

  • 8 days
  • Price based on 11 May 19
  • 6 dates available

An exciting way to river cruise and to actively discover well-known and off-the-beaten-path treasures along the Rhine. At each stop, you choose your activity and get some exercise with an active outing. Discover a fascinating but perhaps lesser-known site, or do the more traditional sightseeing activity. From cycling along the Rhine and exploring Amsterdam on a running tour, to learning about German food on a guided culinary walk in Duisburg and exploring the corridors of an ancient volcano, the choice is yours.
  • Deluxe Stateroom from £1,934
  • Panorama suite from £2,744
  • Royal suite from £4,634

Canals, Vineyards & Castles - Amsterdam to Remich

from £2,840 per person

  • 8 days
  • Price based on 13 Jun 19
  • 5 dates available

Start this magnificent European river cruise vacation in Holland’s popular, modern capital of Amsterdam. See the treasures of this 700-year-old city from a unique perspective—on a canal cruise along the elegant grachten. Then, begin your scenic cruise along the Rhine River and come to Cologne, Germany—a 2,000 year-old city known for its gothic architecture. On a guided city walk, see the famous twin-spired cathedral and explore the cobblestone streets of the Old City. You’ll sail through the dramatic Rhine Gorge—the most beautiful stretch of the Rhine River where ancient castles stand on cliffs 400 feet above the water. In the charming wine town of Rüdesheim, enjoy a stroll through its famous cobblestone Drosselgasse lined with shops, restaurants, and lively taverns. Along the Moselle River, you’ll stop at the picturesque town of Cochem where the Riesling grape is cultivated. Visit Reichsburg Castle, nestled among vineyards and offering breathtaking views of the town and river valley below. In Bernkastel, enjoy a guided walk and taste some of the region’s best-loved wines. Go on an excursion to historical Luxembourg City, offering unique and dramatic views as it is set on two levels—high above on straddling hills and dropping into two river valleys.
  • Deluxe Stateroom from £2,840
  • Panorama suite from £3,599
  • Royal suite from £4,240

Blue Danube Discovery

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from £2,218 per person

  • 13 days
  • Price based on 28 Nov 18
  • 30 dates available

This timeless Europe river cruise holiday begins with two nights in vibrant Budapest in Hungary, then sails along the Danube River with exciting stops in Austria and Germany, and end with two nights in Prague - the capital of the Czech Republic. In Budapest, Hungary’s lively capital, marvel at the eight bridges spanning the river and enjoy an introduction to the city by a local expert who shows you the must-see sights. Vienna, Austria, offers stunning St Stephen’s Cathedral, the Habsburg Palace and the Vienna Opera House. In the heart of the Wachau wine region is Dürnstein, a 16th-century town with charming cobblestone streets and the baroque Stiftskirche with its luminous blue façade. In the picturesque town of Melk, visit Austria’s majestic Benedictine Abbey, one of Europe’s largest monasteries, and enjoy a tasting of some of the Wachau Valley’s famous wines. You’ll love a guided walk through Passau, with its narrow streets and beautiful Patrician houses. Further up the Danube River, you’ll come to the medieval walls of Regensburg - the only German city not bombed during WWII. Your last stop is the thousand-year-old city of Nuremberg, where you’ll marvel at the medieval fortifications, extraordinary gothic churches, and the Imperial Castle. Disembark and travel to beautiful Prague, known as the “Golden City.” See the sights with a local guide and explore on your own. Stroll across Charles Bridge, mix with the locals on Wenceslaus Square, and shop for hand-cut crystal and art books. A perfect ending to a memorable river cruise holiday!
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The open-air balcony in a Panorama suite
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Panorama Suite interior on Avalon Visionary
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Avalon Impression - Panorama Suite
Indulge inside your Royal Suite

Indulge inside your Royal Suite
Artistry II - Marble bathroom

Artistry II - Marble bathroom
A suite on board Avalon Saigon and Siem Reap

A suite on board Avalon Saigon and Siem Reap
Tranquillity II - Royal Suite

Tranquillity II - Royal Suite
Breakfast by the water

Breakfast by the water
Poetry II - Marble bathroom in a Royal Suite

Poetry II - Marble bathroom in a Royal Suite
Illumination - Royal Suite

Illumination - Royal Suite
Champagne with a view - Artistry II, Royal Suite

Champagne with a view - Artistry II, Royal Suite
Delfin III - Estuary Suite

Delfin III - Estuary Suite
Avalon Myanmar – Irrawaddy Deck

Avalon Myanmar – Irrawaddy Deck
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Welcome to river cruising - a new way of seeing the world that gives you the exceptional service and luxury of small-ship ocean cruising with intimacy, choice and attention to detail.

On an Avalon river cruise, we take care of everything. We host fewer passengers so we can offer a personal, intuitive service, whether it's the wine expert who remembers which vintage you enjoyed yesterday, the pillows you prefer on your bed, or the way you like your steak cooked at dinner.

Our spacious, elegant ships offer you the chance to explore each new horizon in sheer comfort, while our expert-led excursions bring each port of call to life - the moment you step off the ship.

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