The greatest days are the ones where we wake to a wide-open agenda, a world of possibilities and a blank canvas to color as we please. All Avalon cruises present an exciting menu of included Avalon Choice excursions that put our cruisers in the pursuit of history, mystery, culture, and cuisine with an unparalleled variety in elevated ways. With Avalon, cruisers can be choosers.
Paddle through picturesque landscapes or pedal through classic cityscapes. Stir up delicious dishes passed down through generations or mix up paints to trace the strokes of artistic geniuses. Dream through ancient castle halls or dally along the alleys of cobblestoned villages. Pick how you play with exclusive and included Avalon Choice excursions for the perfect way to play to your preferences, passion, and personal style.
Whether you enjoy sightseeing by kayak, on two wheels, or on your own two feet, you’ll relish the energy of Avalon’s Active excursion collection. Biking, hiking, and boating tours pack real get-up-and-go for those who like to do the same.
An awakening for the senses, Avalon’s Discovery excursions present heartwarming, brain-tingling, hands-on adventure. Pull up a chair to hear a Viennese waltz, roll up your sleeves to paint like Van Gogh, or grab an apron to whip up a local delicacy.
Nothing beats the classics! Avalon’s Classic excursions put you in the story with timeless tales on guided tours in iconic cities, capitals, and castles. Skip the lines while your heart skips a beat in the rooms where history happened.
The average number of included Avalon Choice excursions is 22 on our Active & Discovery cruises – so you can pick your passions, design your days and customize the perfect cruise.
What is an Expert Local Guide? It goes without saying, but we think a true local guide knows the region from experience—not a guidebook. Your local guides on an Avalon Waterways vacation have a passion for sharing the legends and stories behind the sites. They love to share their corner of the world with you, so you walk away with a true feeling and understanding for newly discovered destinations.
Make it Personal with exciting optional excursions that speak to you. It's easy to choose how to customize your cruise with selections on your MyAvalon site. Your Cruise Director has loads of free-time tips to make the most of your day, while having each destination's possibilities at your fingertips on your complimentary AvalonGO app.
Explore confidently to make the most of your free time while cruising! Our complimentary AvalonGO mobile app is packed with expertly curated directions, dining tips, and entertainment venues. You'll find everything you need to lose yourself without getting lost along the cobblestones, cafes, and charming corners in the heart of it all. Just download, tap, and go to your heart's content!
Backed by nearly a century of sharing the world with travelers, we’ve made a few friends along the way. Our global partnerships allow us to offer exciting optional excursions at unbeatable rates to share with you. Each optional excursion is hand-selected by our savvy team of travel experts and are scheduled during free time, so you’ll never have to choose between an included and optional activity.