View Sailings One of Europe’s most legendary rivers awaits you on this exciting journey along the Rhine River, which begins in Switzerland and visits France, Germany, and Holland! Board your Avalon Suite Ship® in Basel, Switzerland, then head for Breisach, Germany, at the foot of the Kaiserstuhl Mountain on the French-German border. Here you’ll find the gateway to Germany’s Black Forest, an area of unrivaled natural beauty, best known for Black Forest ham, cherry cake, and the cuckoo clock. Continue your river cruise to Strasbourg, France, and marvel at the red-sandstone Gothic-style cathedral with ancient murals and the fascinating astronomical clock. Stroll through the lovely La Petite France district with its quaint shops, delightful bistros, and peaceful waterfront promenade. Visit the ruins of Heidelberg Castle, towering magnificently over the city, or stop in Mainz for a guided walk and a visit to the captivating Gutenberg Museum. Sail to the charming wine town of Rüdesheim, and a visit to the unique Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum, then pass through the dramatic Rhine Gorge—the most beautiful view of the Rhine River where ancient castles stand on cliffs 400 feet above the water. Last stop in Germany is Cologne—a 2,000-year-old city known for its Gothic-style architecture and famous twin-spired cathedral.

At the conclusion of your Rhine River cruise, you’ll spend time in colorful Amsterdam. See the treasures of this 700-year-old city on an included canal cruise along the elegant grachten lined with homes dating back to the city’s “Golden Age.” Spend free time discovering world-famous museums, and an abundance of restaurants in the vibrant, modern capital of Holland.

View Sailings Innovative, transformative, original. Avalon Waterways has redefined cruising by going against the current and away from the ordinary. 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 mesmerizing waterways. One step aboard our modern, luxurious Suite Ships with the grandest views in cruising and you’ll see how the tides they are a-changin’.

View Sailings As you dream of a European river cruise, what’s the first thing you would want to do when you arrive? Perhaps it’s riding a bicycle on a path that runs parallel to the Danube. Or picking up a paintbrush to recreate a Dutch landscape in the style of Van Gogh. Or sipping French wine in the middle of a vineyard where grapes were first gathered.

View Sailings A European river cruise during Christmas is not your average holiday getaway. For anyone who’s ever dreamed of experiencing true winter wonderland magic, Avalon Waterways grants your wish with spectacular sailings to the very heart of some of Europe’s most renowned regions.

View Sailings Avalon Imagery II®
Itinerary*: Amsterdam (overnight), Cologne, Rhine Gorge, Rüdesheim, Koblenz, Cochem, Bernkastel, Remich, Luxembourg, Remich

*Itinerary may vary.

View Sailings The moment you step across the threshold of your stateroom, it’s as if you’ve slipped into the scenery of Europe’s most magical shores. Avalon Waterways’ wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling windows and Open-Air Balcony® are game changers in the world of river cruising.

View Sailings Board your Avalon Suite Ship® in Budapest to embark on an unforgettable 6-day European river cruise on the Danube. You’ll begin with a visit to Slovakia’s quaint town of Bratislava for guided sightseeing along the streets of Old Town and St. Martin’s Cathedral. In Vienna, learn about the Habsburg Empire with guided sightseeing, and see the Imperial Palace complex, the Opera House, and stunning St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Explore Krems on a guided tour of a town seemingly untouched by the modern world. Cruise through the Wachau Valley—home of charming villages and Austrian wines from its beautiful vineyards. Visit Ybbs with a guided tour of its romantic old town. Visit the magnificent 9th-century St. Florian Monastery, still home to Augustine Monks, or take a a guided sightseeing of Linz.

In Linz, enjoy free time to sample its famous pastries, and cruise overnight to conclude your river cruise in Vilshofen, Germany. A fantastic combination of history, art, food, and wine on your Danube River cruise.

View Sailings Avalon Passion®
ITINERARY: Budapest (overnight), Bratislava, Vienna, Düernstein, Ybbs an der Donau, Melk, Linz, Schlögener Schlinge, Passau, Vilshofen

View Sailings Avalon Poetry II®
Itinerary: Lyon (overnight), Tournon, Viviers (overnight), Bollène, Avignon, Arles, Port-Saint-Lous-du-Rhône, Arles

View Sailings Caribbean Princess
Itinerary*:Ft. Lauderdale, Grand Cayman (George Town), Falmouth (Jamaica), Puerto Limón, Panama Canal, Colon (Panama), Oranjestad, Curaçao, Ft. Lauderdale

*Itinerary may vary.