Avalon Waterways

24/06/2024

Bigger. Better. Bolder.

Welcome to your signature, no-one-does-it-like-this Panorama Suite.

At 200 square feet, Avalon’s Panorama Suites are 30% larger and 100% dreamier than the average industry stateroom, featuring a unique design that maximises space, magnifies the view, and enhances your river cruising experience 👉 https://bit.ly/3Xf9uLY

23/06/2024

Brussels is one of my favorite cities in Belgium 😍 Brussels is just a 2-hour train ride from Amsterdam or Paris and an hour train ride from Antwerp! 🚄 It's the perfect day trip location from any of these cities. Did you know you can take a river cruise and include Brussels during your trip?

Here are some of my "must-dos" when visiting Brussels:
🧇Waffles from Maison Dandoy
🍻Choose from 2,000 beers from Delirium Cafe
🏰Spend time at a cafe overlooking Grand Place
🍟French fries (frites) from Fritland
⛲️Manneken P*s Statue and Cafe
🍝Dinner at Ricotta & Parmesan for the BEST meal
- Mollymmt on Instagram

If Brussels is on your bucket list, start your river cruise in this magnificent city before exploring the waterways of Belgium and the Netherlands 👉 https://bit.ly/45eqzI1

19/06/2024

Have you already ticked off a river cruise in Europe? Or perhaps you’re after a river cruise in a more colourful destination? Avalon Waterways offers several cruises along famed rivers such as the Mekong, Nile and Amazon.

With cruises along the Mekong, Nile and Amazon, here’s how to choose which river to cruise on with Avalon’s Exotics collection.

18/06/2024

As the river, Rieslings and pilsners flow from the Black Forest of Germany all the way to the Black Sea, colourful experiences await at every palatial port along the Danube River 👉 https://bit.ly/45aKPdn

16/06/2024

With its abundant menu of immersive experiences from Lyon to Arles, an Avalon Active & Discovery cruise along the Rhone presents the ultimate holiday of dreams. What would you choose? https://bit.ly/3RfhWXJ

15/06/2024

"Welcoming and very passenger-oriented - that's how I'd describe Avalon in 5 words! Seeing new places, learning about them, and meeting a great variety of people while cruising is wonderful. I'd recommend making sure you involve yourself with all that's offered to get the most out of your time.

I highly recommend travelling with Avalon - we did Magnificent Europe (Budapest to Amsterdam) in August 2012, and both the Irrawaddy and Mekong rivers in 2015."
- Jacquie, Australia

Thank you for sharing these wonderful memories with us, Jacquie 💙

12/06/2024

Preparing for your first river cruise? You asked and we’ve answered. Read on for some tips for first-time river cruisers with Avalon Waterways.

Preparing for your first river cruise? Read on for some tips for first-time river cruisers with Avalon Waterways.

12/06/2024

The settings you crave.

Where shall you eat? Here, there and everywhere. While we’re frequently lauded for our exceptional cuisine, we’re also praised for our menu of dining venues. Whether you’re in the mood for the elegance of the glass-walled Panorama Dining Room, the cosiness of the Panorama Bistro, the breeziness of the Sky Grill or the simple allure of the great outdoors, we have just the table – or picnic basket – for you. Join us to try out the Avalon dining experience for yourself: https://bit.ly/4bZsemM

10/06/2024

OOH, LA, LA!

Master the art of French cruising from café-lined lanes in centuries-old cities to breathtaking beauty along the hero-filled banks of history on the Seine: https://bit.ly/4aHAdUN

07/06/2024

When you start or end your river cruise in "Buda-ful" Budapest, we suggest taking a leisurely stroll along the Danube Promenade. Stretching from the Chain Bridge to the Elizabeth Bridge, this walk offers breathtaking views of the Buda Castle and the Parliament Building.

All aboard for Budapest! Check out our river cruises that include the magnificent Hungarian capital city: https://bit.ly/3VavNzJ

Video by norbertlepsik on Instagram

05/06/2024

The Angkor complex is one of the world’s greatest ruins known to mankind. Found near modern-day Siem Reap, Cambodia, the Angkor area covers well over 400 square kilometres. Here’s a guide to the Angkor complex, covering its history in brief.

The Angkor area is one of the world’s greatest ruins known to mankind. Here’s a guide to the Angkor complex.

05/06/2024

Melk's magnificent Benedictine Abbey is a treasure along the Danube. Marvel at its frescoed ceilings, statues, incredible library, ornate pipe organ, and panoramic views across the river from its lofty perch.

Melk is just one of the many incredible stops on our 10-day Illuminations on the Danube cruise. Take a look at the full itinerary today 👉 https://bit.ly/4bKCMGH

Photos by littletravelhouse (on Instagram) who visited Melk with us.

01/06/2024

"Now that my children have grown up and left home, I'm just starting to travel and sailed on the Avalon Tranquillity II in 2022 from Budapest to Amsterdam. I love the ease of travelling with Avalon: unpacking in a luxurious room, gourmet meals made with local produce, staff that showed real care and become temporary family, and solo travellers warmly welcomed. One cruise and I'm a river cruise convert, hooked on Avalon's excellent staff, food and itineraries!

Sailing along the Danube was a dream come true. The Operetta in Vienna was simply marvellous to experience the grandeur of a past period, and I loved all of the beautiful towns and cities like Regensburg and Bratislava. 5 words to describe cruising with Avalon? Luxury from start to finish. I can't wait for my next river cruise!"
- Jill, Australia

Thank you for sharing these wonderful memories with us, Jill 💙

31/05/2024

Move and be moved.

From graffiti walks and wine tastings. to chocolate workshops and the sweetest discoveries on foot, bicycle, canoe or gondola, Avalon Choice excursions – included in the price of the cruise – on our Active & Discovery cruises present the most up-close and in-depth ways to devour the Danube, seize the Seine and rule the Rhine and Rhône Rivers 🚴🛶🏃 https://bit.ly/3wMbY9N

29/05/2024

Bon voyage! Are you on board for a longer cruise?

Next year, we're testing the theory that “life is better on a boat” with a boatload of new cruises that set sail for 10+ days! Here's one of our favourite, new additions - Timeless Rivers of Europe: The Rhine & Seine (15 days, from Basel to Paris) 👉 https://bit.ly/4aneykr

📍Les Andelys, France

26/05/2024

Raise your glasses to our newest river cruise on the Douro River 🥂

Winding through terraced vineyards and remote, rustic villages, Portugal’s dreamy Douro River serves up medieval castles, cinematic scenery, and all the wine, bread, olives, and cheeses your heart desires. Find out more today: https://bit.ly/4blhIqh

24/05/2024

Cruises so cool they're hot!

Cruising in the off-season goes together like winter and a warm sweater. And now you're invited to enjoy uncorked fun in Europe's autumn on these special Wine Cruises - many of which take place during harvest season: https://bit.ly/4andZqP

22/05/2024

From charming France to vibrant Portugal, these two Western Europe countries certainly have their fair share of rivers between them. To help you plan your holiday, here are some tips on how to choose which river to cruise on in Western Europe.

To help you plan your holiday, here are some tips on how to choose which river to cruise on in Western Europe.

21/05/2024

Welcome to a new wave in cruising elevated 👉 https://bit.ly/3USPigr

Delivering unparalleled experiences and boundless exploration, Avalon puts you in the captain’s seat to navigate your journey, fuel your passions and steer clear of the unexpected as you cruise down the world’s most memorable and mesmerising waterways.

19/05/2024

Christmas in Vienna? Yes please!

From seeing St Stephen's Cathedral lit up at night, to tasty crepes and mulled wine, and charming Christmas markets...what are you waiting for? We still have availability for December 2024 departures on our Christmastime on the Danube cruise. Book today to avoid disappointment: https://bit.ly/4af4tWJ

18/05/2024

Oh wheelie?!?!

Did you know that nearly every Avalon ship is equipped with complimentary bicycles for on-your-own scenic land cruising and in-town adventures? If you've explored on two wheels with us, show your pics in the comments!

17/05/2024

A few of my favourite from Regensburg, Germany 🇩🇪 - kfillierec on Instagram

Discover Regensburg with its cobblestone streets, colourful buildings and quaint Bavarian charm on our Blue Danube Discovery cruise: https://bit.ly/3WxdEyq

15/05/2024

Matt, from our Sales team in Australia, recently experienced our 8-day Avalon Waterways Danube Dreams river cruise in November last year. As a first-time river cruiser, Matt’s expectations were exceeded.

As a first-time river cruiser, Matt’s expectations were exceeded. Read on to find out what a river cruise newbie didn’t expect.

14/05/2024

"I first travelled with Avalon Waterways from Vienna to Budapest as a solo traveller in 2016, and have been hooked ever since! It was everything I could have hoped for (and more). Avalon's hospitality was second to none and I made so many memories that will last a lifetime, and friendships to match.

My second cruise with Avalon was from Luxembourg to Amsterdam in 2019, this time with my new husband on our honeymoon. My husband now has the river cruising bug and we're planning on another in 2024! I can't name a favourite excursion because I was so grateful to be able to enjoy a river cruise before retirement (I always thought it was a retiree's option), and blessed again to be able to enjoy another. Every single moment was a favourite excursion in my books 😍

My tips for future river cruisers? Pack less than you think you'll need, and don't be scared to talk to people as they might just become lifelong friends and future travel companions."
- Michelle, Australia

Check out our full range of river cruises today 👉 https://bit.ly/3WdEDip

11/05/2024

Unbeatable sunset views across the Danube, taken in from the Sky Deck that gives you 360 degree panoramic views 😍

08/05/2024

For an unforgettable trip, why not travel with your Mum? It’s a wonderful way to create special memories together while discovering the world. Here are five places to visit with your Mum.

Travelling with your Mum wonderful way to create special memories together. Here are five places to visit with your Mum.

08/05/2024

"Jet lag had me up early so we went for morning yoga. Had a gratitude moment doing yoga in front of a Christmas tree, looking at a river with my sister beside me! Went on a tour of Budapest, love getting the scoop on a city, fills my history bucket. In the afternoon we went on a foodie tour to try all the local foods. Sailing away was breathtaking, we bundled up and went up top and it was worth it! Sailing by the parliament buildings was stunning. Ended the night jiving to the Rock a Billies as we sailed to Bratislava, Slovakia."

Thanks for sharing these amazing photos with us, experiencestravelyyc! Is a festive river cruise on your bucket list? 2024 dates are selling fast but we also have 2025 dates available too 👉 https://bit.ly/3Jx4J8x

05/05/2024

Wine. Dine. Let's Rhine!

Go cuckoo for culture, cruising under castle-dotted hilltops, through fairytale villages and vineyard-clad valleys on these cruises along the riveting Rhine River 👉 https://bit.ly/3w8F9nf

04/05/2024

"So sad to leave the Netherlands and Belgium. Such a fantastic trip! We lucked out with better than expected weather for most of the trip, making it even better. I just loved all the charming cities we visited, new friends we made, the delicious food, and enjoying time on our ship! River cruising is one of the easiest and best ways to visit Europe in my opinion and I can't wait to be back onboard hopefully sometime soon!"

Thanks for sharing these amazing photos with us, traveling_with_terri 💙