New 2009 River Cruises

New 2009 Small Ship and River Cruises

A Breath of Fresh Air: Intimate Cruising with Avalon

Now is the time to explore where great cities began, where exotic species thrive, and where beautiful landscapes defy description—with Avalon Waterways. Part of the Globus family of brands, Avalon is backed by 80-plus years of travel expertise, more than 200 professional support staff members in Europe, and 37 offices worldwide, an ongoing collaboration to ensure guest satisfaction that continually raises the bar when it comes to small-ship cruising. Offering the newest, quietest, and most spacious ships, state-of-the-art resort-style amenities, and incomparable service by English-speaking crews, Avalon lets you discover Europe, Egypt, China, and the Galápagos Islands in a world-class way. So, the next time you travel, enjoy a breath of fresh air—with Avalon Waterways.

Special Offers

Standard Amenities & Services

  • Deluxe cruise in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds
  • Services of a professional Cruise Director
  • Onboard lectures, activities & nightly piano music
  • Sightseeing with Local Guides
  • Headsets for all guided shore excursions

With Avalon Waterways you’ll sail on the newest ships on the European waterways—an impressive fleet that averages just two years in age. In fact, each year Avalon adds new award-winning vessels—2009 sees the launching of the Avalon Affinity and the Avalon Creativity.

New 2009 River Cruises

Windmills, Vineyards & Paris River Cruise Windmills, Vineyards & Paris
Experience France, Luxembourg, Germany, Belgium, and Holland on this fantastic river cruise vacation.
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European Splendor River Cruise European Splendor
This splendid river cruise introduces you to the magnificent Moselle, Rhine, and Main Rivers, as well as to the fascinating Main-Danube Canal.
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Blue Danube to the Black Sea River Cruise Blue Danube to the Black Sea
A deluxe Danube River cruise is the highlight on this fascinating getaway through Eastern Europe.
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North Sea-Black Sea Cruise River Cruise North Sea-Black Sea Cruise
The North Sea, the Black Sea, and the rivers in between are the focus of this memorable cruise along the magnificent Rhine, Main, and Danube Rivers.
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Christmas in the Heart of Germany River Cruise Christmas in the Heart of Germany
Experience the holiday season the Central European way on this festive vacation featuring a deluxe 5-night cruise on the Main River.
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Fascinating China & Mongolia with Yangtze River CruiseFascinating China & Mongolia with Yangtze River Cruise
Discover the wonders of China and Mongolia on this incredible vacation that includes a 4-night cruise along the magnificent Yangtze.
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