Danube River Cruises
As Europe's second-longest river and a vital means of transportation for 2,000 years, the Danube is the only major European river to flow from the west to the east.
Rekindle Your Love for River Cruising.
Are you missing the world and the adventures it promises? Has your heart felt heavy during these months apart? Fatigued by too many trips down memory lane, too much screen time and not enough personal connection? Wishing you were here, there or anywhere else? If so, we have some good news!
It’s finally time to reunite and rekindle your travel romance! Time to move on from melancholy and enjoy moving experiences that take you along ancient cobblestone alleyways, on alluring waterways and on top of mystical, craggy hilltops overlooking incredible landscapes and landmarks. To give a warm, welcoming hug to new people and places, cultures, customs and cuisines. And wrap your arms around wonderment, curiosity and intrigue.
The world is waiting! What are you waiting for? Rediscover the passion and pleasure only travel can bring. The World Wants You to Come Back. And Avalon Can Take You There!
Introducing Storyteller Series
If you’re ready to turn the page on the classic river cruise, we have some exciting news for you! Now, you can transport yourself through time and tales with revered raconteurs on Avalon Waterways' Storyteller Series of Suite Ship sailings. These celebrity-hosted European river cruises invite travel enthusiasts, like you, to meet legends in legendary landscapes. To sail past cliffside castles while uncovering cliff-hangers. And capture insider narratives outside the pages of novels, scripts or song lyrics.
- Candace Bushnell, international bestselling author of the Sex in the City anthology
- Cheryl Strayed, international bestselling author of Wild
- Gillian Flynn, international bestselling author of Gone Girl
- Christopher Moore, international bestselling comic fantasy novelist
- Sister Hazel, an American alternative rock band
Rhine River Cruises
Flowing from the Swiss Alps to Holland's North Sea, the Rhine is perhaps most famous for its legendary Lorelei rock and the imposing medieval castles that line its banks.
Main River Cruises
Quaint, quiet, & quintessentially German, the Main winds leisurely through the country's most stunning areas, passing hilltop castles & storybook medieval villages alike.
Moselle River Cruises
Flowing through France, Luxembourg, and Germany, the Moselle River is known for the excellent wines produced along its banks as well as for its picturesque medieval castles.
Rhône River Cruises
An important inland trade and transportation route since Greek times, the Rhône River flows south to the Mediterranean, winding through the orchards and vineyards of the fertile Rhône Valley.
Saône River Cruises
The Saône River-its name derived from the Gallic river goddess, Souconna-flows from northeastern France to join the Rhône River in Lyon. The Saône passes through the picturesque wine-making landscapes of Burgundy and Beaujolais.
Seine River Cruises
The Seine rises just northwest of Dijon and flows in northwesterly through Paris before emptying into the English Channel at Le Havre. It's one of Europe's great historic rivers and since the early Middle Ages has been considered the river of Paris.
Special Interest Cruises
Avalon puts the “you” in “unique” with special interest themed river cruises that are suited to your passions and pursuits. Appreciate a fine wine or hearty ale? Do you love gardens and nature? Our WWII or Habsburg & Royalty cruises provide the epic page-turner you’ve been looking for!
Active & Discovery Cruises
Everyone travels to see new things, but many travel to do new things as well. Avalon offers activities for travelers with varying interests and for all energy and fitness levels. From action-packed experiences and interactive discoveries, to traditional sightseeing, you can tailor a vacation to suit your interests and pace.
The Mekong River
From its source high up in the Tibetan Plateau the powerful Mekong River courses for over 3,000 miles through China, Myanmar, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam, providing a lifeline for millions of people. By the end of your journey along the Mekong you will have a better understanding of life along the river. Cruises on the Mekong run through Cambodia and Vietnam.
The Ganges River
Along the Ganges, you’ll meet saree weavers, goldsmiths, and pottery makers. Explore the fascinating Hare Krishna headquarters in Mayapur, and visit Saint Mother Teresa’s former home. On land, discover the capital city of Delhi, and tour the massive Amber Fort towering over Jaipur. Visit India’s most iconic site, the Taj Mahal, for stunning views at sunrise and sunset. All of this and more await you on this gripping voyage through the heart of India.
The Galápagos Islands
Consisting of 13 large and hundreds of small islands in the Pacific Ocean off the western coast of South America, the Galápagos Islands, a region of Ecuador, are home to some of the world's most fascinating animal life. From Quito, Ecuador, fly to Baltra Island, then board your luxury yacht and cruise from island to island, encountering species found nowhere else in the world like giant tortoises, penguins, sea lions, iguanas, and a whole host of diverse bird species. As you explore these remarkable volcanic isles firsthand, you'll discover the wildlife that inspired Charles Darwin.
The Mighty Amazon River
Embark on a journey to one of the world's vastly unexplored regions, the mighty Amazon. Experience the Amazon wilderness where it originates in Peru. The Amazon Basin covers an area larger than Western Europe, but it's in Peru's Amazon where biodiversity is at its greatest and the rainforest is untamed. Imagine venturing deep into the Amazon jungle in search of elusive wildlife, taking a swim with pink dolphins, and visiting native communities, all while returning to an air-conditioned suite, hot shower, and an over-sized plush bed. Cruises on the Amazon River run through Peru.
The Nile River
Journey along the lifeline of Egyptian civilization, experiencing incredible sights that include ancient temples, tombs, and local villages. Measuring 4,160 miles, the Nile is the longest river in the world, flowing north from Lake Victoria through Uganda, Sudan, and Egypt. Passing rainforests, mountains, savannas, swamps, and desert landscapes, it culminates in the fertile Nile Delta and drains into the Mediterranean Sea.Special Interest River Cruises
Pack your Passion
When packing your polos and pashminas, there’s no reason to leave your passions or pursuits behind. Whether you’re an accomplished or aspiring photographer, a green thumb who dreams of the largest gardens in Europe, a wine or beer lover, a history buff, foodie, or chef, we’ve got the perfect cruise for you.
- Active & Discovery
- Wine Appreciation
- Beer Enthusiasts
- Oberammergau Cruises - Limited Staterooms Available
- Culinary Experience
- Christmas & Festive Season
- WWI, WWII History & Habsburg Royalty
- Garden & Nature Lovers
- International Horticultural Exhibition Floriade Expo 2022
- Photography Enthusiasts
- Jewish Heritage
Combine with a Vacation Package - Cruise & Package
Monograms is independent travel without the hassles that typically come with "ordinary" independent travel. You'll never have to worry about whether or not your hotel will have your reservation, how to get from here to there, or where to go once you get to your destination-it's the perfect addition to your Avalon river cruise vacation!
Combine with a Globus Escorted Tour - Cruise & Tour
Globus creates vacations with just the right balance of included features and free time, place you in great hotels, and tell the stories within every journey that bring your destination to life. Simply put, Globus is passionate in our belief that there's no better way to travel. So find your dream vacation and come along with us...your story awaits.