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You’ve always forged your own path…with your own distinct perspective of looking at the world. Avalon Waterways presents a river cruise experience with your unique style in mind-offering expansive views and wider perspectives. With river cruising’s only Open-Air BalconySM, these wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling windows open wider than any other in the industry, blurring the line between outside and in, forming a spacious seating area for six, and creating an open invitation to discover and dream. Even if you’re a seasoned traveler, you’ve never seen Europe like this.
Whether you’d like a romantic mini-break, an extended exploration, or something in between, with Avalon Waterways, you get to choose the river cruise that reveals the very best of Europe, Asia or South America.
What defines luxury? Is it the enjoyment of the good things in life, or is it simply having things just the way you prefer them? At Avalon Waterways, we navigate with both elegance and ease to deliver a “just right” experience – one that transports you at just the right pace, with just the right amenities, and just the right views. Along the legendary waterways of Europe, we balance enriching activities, included excursions, mouthwatering cuisine, and unmatched service to offer the perfect degree of relaxed indulgence. We call this the Avalon difference.
Cabins feature:
Flatscreen satellite TV and radio
Comfortable, hotel-style beds
Comfortable beds that can be configured as two twins or one queen
European-style duvets
Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
Private bathroom with shower
Cabins feature:
Flatscreen satellite TV and radio
Comfortable, hotel-style beds
Comfortable beds that can be configured as two twins or one queen
European-style duvets
Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
Private bathroom with shower
Cabins feature:
Flatscreen satellite TV and radio
Comfortable, hotel-style beds
Comfortable beds that can be configured as two twins or one queen
European-style duvets
Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
Private bathroom with shower
Cabins feature:
Flatscreen satellite TV and radio
Comfortable, hotel-style beds
Comfortable beds that can be configured as two twins or one queen
European-style duvets
Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
Private bathroom with shower
Cabins feature:
Flatscreen satellite TV and radio
Comfortable, hotel-style beds
Comfortable beds that can be configured as two twins or one queen
European-style duvets
Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
Private bathroom with shower
Royal Suite features floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors and French balconies
Royal Deck passengers can order Continental breakfast to their staterooms
Flatscreen satellite TV and radio
Comfortable, hotel-style beds
Comfortable beds that can be configured as two twins or one queen
European-style duvets
Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
Private bathroom with shower
Large closets
Minibar, hairdryer and safe
Individual climate control
The Avalon Artistry II® delivers an intimate setting, along with two full decks of suites featuring Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Windows that transform the living space into a unique Open-Air? Balcony. With 200 square feet, Panorama Suites? are more than 30% larger than the industry standard, giving you the rare opportunity to wake each morning to the enchanting scenery and fresh breezes. Onboard amenities include an Internet corner, complimentary Wi-Fi access, an expanded fitness center, and a spacious Sky Deck with premium lounge chairs, shade system, whirlpool, and the delightful open-air bistro.
Ship Profile & Stats
- Length: 361 feet
- Maiden Voyage: 2013
- Passenger Capacity (dbl): 128
- Crew Nationality: European
- Officer Nationality: European
- Dining Staff Nationality: European
Ship Facilities
- Sky Deck – premium lounge chairs and shade awnings
- Dining Room – main dining venue
- Panorama Lounge
- Bar
- Observation lounge – open-air lounge seating forward of Panorama lounge
- Club Lounge – intimate lounge of the rear of the ship
- Reception and Atrium – guest services and Cruise Director desk
- Sky Bistro – al fresco grill station lunch venue
- Panorama Bistro – light alternative dining
- Sky Lounge – open-air seating
- Hair Salon
- Fitness Centre – running equipment, weights, yoga mats etc.
- Elevator
Cruise Itinerary
| Date | Activity | Arrive | Depart |
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| 11 Oct '22 | Frankfurt, Germany |
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| 12 Oct '22 | Rudesheim, Germany |
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| 12 Oct '22 | Koblenz, Germany |
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| 13 Oct '22 | Cologne, Germany |
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| 14 Oct '22 | Amsterdam, Rivers |
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| 15 Oct '22 | Amsterdam, Rivers |
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.
4 Night Curise sailing from Frankfurt to Amsterdam aboard Avalon Artistry II.
DAY 1: FRANKFURT, GERMANY (EMBARKATION)
Welcome to Germany. Your Suite Ship is Ready for Boarding. Flights into Frankfurt must arrive by 2 pm. Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm. Sail to Rudesheim while having dinner on your first night onboard. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN RUDESHEIM (D)
DAY 2: RUDESHEIM-RHINE GORGE
Eat, Drink, and Be Merry in Wine Country DISCOVERY – Tour the incredible Mechanical Music Museum for a one-of-a-kind instrumental experience; based on your departure enjoy a local special treat, OR: ACTIVE – Enjoy a hike with your Avalon Adventure Host through the picturesque vineyards of Rudesheim. Relax on the Sky Deck for an afternoon cruise through the spectacular Rhine Gorge to Koblenz. Sail past the legendary rock of The Lorelei-where the siren of mythology sang songs to lure ill-fated sailors. KOBLENZ Travel Through 2,000 Years Of Monumental History Enjoy free time in Koblenz before a relaxing evening with live entertainment on board. OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO COLOGNE (B,L,D)
DAY 3: COLOGNE
Prost! Celebrate in the Rhineland Visit the Adventure centre for today’s activities with your Adventure Host. CLASSIC – Take a Guided City Walk of Cologne- explore the Old City and see its soaring twin-steepled gothic cathedral, OR: DISCOVERY – Join a Guided Walking Tour of Cologne’s important Jewish heritage sites. Spend free time over a glass of Kolsch pale lager-locally brewed for over 100 years! This evening, enjoy dinner on board your ship. AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO AMSTERDAM (B,L,D)
DAY 4: AMSTERDAM, HOLLAND
Canals of Colorful Amsterdam CLASSIC – Explore the iconic waterways of Amsterdam on a Guided Canal Cruise past stately homes of Amsterdam’s “Golden Age.” You might consider an Optional Excursion to Zaanse Schans-a quintessential Dutch town complete with windmills, waterways, and flower farms, or a Guided Optional Biking Excursion to the Dutch countryside. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN AMSTERDAM (B,L,D)
DAY 5: AMSTERDAM (DISEMBARKATION)
Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning. (B)