A world beyond.
 Hassle-free planning, regional Tour Directors & Local Guides, Handpicked hotels and inclusions, seamless transportation, VIP access, and rare Local Favourites that go beyond the guidebook. 

Adventure is knocking.
 Turn “never thought I would” into “glad I did” with a budget-friendly tour that includes all the essentials plus a great mix of included excursions and free time. 

Cruising Elevated.
Cruise on Suite Ships with the widest stateroom views from your window-facing bed. Relaxed luxury flows throughout the ship in every detail plus personalise with Classic, Active, and Discovery excursions.

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Europe River Cruise Deals

Save up to $8,000* per couple when you cruise on Europe's storied rivers

Europe Single Traveller Offer

Solo travellers can save up to $14,382* on select river cruises in 2024 and 2025

Asia river cruise deals

Save up to $5,600* per couple when you cruise the majestic Mekong River

Qantas Frequent Flyer

Earn Qantas Points on an Avalon Waterways Cruise!

All-in-one Packages

Combine a Globus tour or city stay with an Avalon River Cruise for the ultimate adventure

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    Our Current Cruise Deals

  • Europe River Cruise Deals

    • Save up to $8,000* per couple when you cruise on Europe's storied rivers

  • Europe Single Traveller Offer

    • Solo travellers can save up to $14,382* on select river cruises in 2024 and 2025

  • Asia river cruise deals

    • Save up to $5,600* per couple when you cruise the majestic Mekong River

  • Qantas Frequent Flyer

    • Earn Qantas Points on an Avalon Waterways Cruise!

  • All-in-one Packages

    • Combine a Globus tour or city stay with an Avalon River Cruise for the ultimate adventure

    • See all Cruise Deals

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BETTER BY DESIGN

A perfectly designed river cruise starts with a perfectly designed ship. Our fleet of award-winning Avalon Suite Ships in Europe and Southeast Asia take river cruising to a whole new level. Each of our magnificently modern, best-in-class ships consists of 80% Panorama Suites featuring the industry’s only Open-Air Balconies and the widest-opening windows in cruising. Plus, our ships average just 150 guests – some much less – to give you the space, the time, and the attention you deserve on holiday.

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Smaller Ships. Bigger Experiences.

Your ship has come in.

Designed from the bottom up for comfort, space, and room to dream, our fleet of Suite Ships present light-filled rooms, cosy nooks, outdoor oases and gracious gathering spots for every type of activity.

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Smaller Ships. Bigger Experiences.

It doesn’t get any suiter.

30% larger and 100% dreamier than the average industry stateroom, Avalon’s Panorama Suites feature a unique design that maximises space, magnifies the view, and enhances your river cruising experience.

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Smaller Ships. Bigger Experiences.

A dollop of delectable.

While we naturally present the signatures delicacies of the regions visited on trip, we enrich the gastronomic journey by offering multiple dining venues and bringing unexpected culinary experiences to the table.

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Virtual Suite Ship Tour

Using our 3D virtual tour, you can see exactly what you'll be seeing as you step aboard an award-winning Avalon Waterways Suite Ship. Just click to step aboard for a virtual tour of the Avalon Envision®, one of the newest ships in our European fleet.

EXPERIENCE A SUITE SHIP

AVALON ALEGRIASM

Explore Portugal's dazzling Douro River on Avalon's newest addition to our award-winning fleet of Suite Ships.

 

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AVALON VIEW®

As the newest addition to our fleet of Suite Ships, the Avalon View certainly lives up to its name! With the youngest fleet of ships offering the widest views on Europe's waterways, The View continues our outstanding commitment to relaxed luxury. 

 

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AVALON ENVISIONSM

Just envision Europe's most spectacular views passing your panoramic window like ever-changing picture postcards. The Avalon Envision brings this dream to life as part of the youngest fleet of ships.

 

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AVALON EXPRESSION®

The Avalon Expression features two full decks of Panorama Suites with wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows that transform the living space into river cruising's only Open-Air Balcony. 

 

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AVALON ILLUMINATION®

Shining bright in Avalon's award-winning fleet of Suite Ships, the Avalon Illumination features two full decks of Panorama Suites with wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows that transform your living space into river cruising's only Open-Air Balcony. 

 

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AVALON IMAGERY II®

If image is everything, the Avalon Imagery II is the real thing. The Avalon Imagery II embodies all of Avalon's outstanding traditions to deliver exceptional cruise experiences and service. 

 

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AVALON IMPRESSION℠

Part of Avalon's award-winning fleet of Suite Ships, the Avalon Impression features two full decks of Panorama Suites with wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows that transform the living space into river cruising's only Open-Air Balcony. 

 

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AVALON PANORAMA®

The Avalon Panorama led the way as the first of its kind in the industry to feature two full decks of Panorama Suites complete with wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows.

 

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AVALON PASSION®

We're so passionate about our Suite Ships, we christened this Suite Ship the Avalon Passion. Gracing Europe's waterways with style and relaxed luxury as only Avalon can deliver, the Avalon Passion lives up to its name.

 

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AVALON POETRY II®

The Avalon Poetry II offers a delightfully intimate cruise setting.

 

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AVALON TAPESTRY II®

The Avalon Tapestry II weaves a wonderful river cruise experience from ship to shore.

 

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AVALON TRANQUILITY II®

Your Avalon river cruise will bring new tranquility to your traveller's soul, but you'll also find plenty of ways to excite your adventurous spirit to cruise your way! 

 

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AVALON VISIONARY®

Part of Avalon's award-winning fleet of Suite Ships, the Avalon Visionary features two full decks of Panorama Suites with wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows that transform the living space into river cruising's only Open-Air Balcony. 

 

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AVALON VISTA®

Sweeping views are yours to enjoy on the Avalon Vista!

 

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