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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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| 12 Aug '22 | Amsterdam, Rivers |
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| 13 Aug '22 | Amsterdam, Rivers |
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| 14 Aug '22 | Cologne, Germany |
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| 15 Aug '22 | Rudesheim, Germany |
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| 16 Aug '22 | River Cruising |
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| 17 Aug '22 | Wurzburg, Germany |
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| 18 Aug '22 | Volkach, Bavaria, Germany |
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| 19 Aug '22 | Bamberg, Germany |
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| 20 Aug '22 | Roth, Germany |
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| 21 Aug '22 | Regensburg, Germany |
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| 22 Aug '22 | Passau, Germany |
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| 23 Aug '22 | Melk , Austria |
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| 23 Aug '22 | Vienna, Austria |
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| 24 Aug '22 | Vienna, Austria |
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| 25 Aug '22 | Budapest, Hungary |
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| 26 Aug '22 | Budapest, Hungary |
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.
14 Night Cruise sailing from Amsterdam to Budapest aboard Avalon Artistry II.
DAY 1: AMSTERDAM, HOLLAND (EMBARKATION)
Welcome to Holland. Your Suite Ship is Ready for Boarding Flights into Amsterdam must arrive by 3:30 pm. Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm. During tulip season, you may take a Guided Optional Excursion to the gardens at Keukenhof-with more than seven million tulips, daffodils and hyacinths as well as other bulbs, planted each year. Outside of tulip season, consider joining a Guided Optional Excursion to Zaanse Schans to see historic windmills and charming Dutch houses. Spend free time exploring the colourful streets, bridges, and canals of Amsterdam-with its many cafes and art galleries. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN AMSTERDAM (D)
DAY 2: AMSTERDAM
Canals of Colorful Amsterdam CLASSIC – Explore the iconic waterways of Amsterdam with a Guided Canal Cruise past stately homes of Amsterdam’s “Golden Age.” This afternoon choose among the Guided Optional Excursions available. AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO COLOGNE (B,L,D)
DAY 3: COLOGNE, GERMANY
Prost! Celebrate in the Rhineland Join your Adventure Host for today’s special activities. 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. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy free time over a glass of Kolsch pale lager-locally brewed for over 100 years! This evening, enjoy live entertainment on board your ship. OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO RUDESHEIM (B,L,D)
DAY 4: RHINE GORGE-RUDESHEIM
Eat, Drink, and Be Merry in Wine Country This morning cruise through the dramatic Rhine Gorge and see the famous rock of the Lorelei. 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 – Take an open-air cable car ride to the Niederwald Monument. Ride or walk back down through the vineyards; based on your departure enjoy a local special treat. Later, local musicians will join us on board for live entertainment. AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO MAIN RIVER VILLAGE (B,L,D)
DAY 5: MAIN RIVER VILLAGE
Beauty on the Main River Ask about today’s energizing or relaxing Adventure Host activities. CLASSIC – Join a Guided Walking Tour of a picturesque Bavarian village. Spend free time riding a bike through the beautiful villages on the Main River shores. EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO WURZBURG (B,L,D)
DAY 6: WURZBURG
A Perfect Day in the Pearl of the Romantic Road CLASSIC – Take a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Wurzburg with its Old Main Bridge, towering fortress, and baroque Bishop’s Residenz-with the largest known ceiling fresco. Enjoy the city on your own or visit a local winery. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN WURZBURG (B,L,D)
DAY 7: VOLKACH
Storybook Settings You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to the beautiful Bavarian town of Rothenburg. See the local sights and enjoy the fairytale atmosphere that has inspired artists. Sail to Volkach and get ready for your afternoon activity. CLASSIC – Join a Walking Tour of the quaint town of Volkach with its half-timbered houses and cobblestoned streets. EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BAMBERG (B,L,D)
DAY 8: BAMBERG
The City of Seven Hills CLASSIC – Take a Guided Walking Tour of the former home to imperial dynasties, and see its Romanesque cathedral, Old Town Hall, and seven hills crowned with churches. Later, enjoy live entertainment performance while sailing this evening. AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO ROTH (B,L,D)
DAY 9: ROTH. EXCURSION TO NUREMBERG
Legends and History Lessons Visit the Adventure centre for today’s activities with your Adventure Host. CLASSIC – Enjoy a Guided Sightseeing Tour of the Bavarian town of Roth-with its half-timbered houses, market square, and 1535 hunting lodge Schloss Ratibor, OR; CLASSIC – Choose a Guided Tour of Nuremberg’s medieval architecture, gilded fountain, gothic cathedral, and Kaiserburg Castle, OR; CLASSIC – Join a Guided Tour of the historic Nuremberg Rally Grounds-used by the Third Reich. DISCOVERY – Enjoy an Onboard Lecture about the Main-Danube Canal-linking these two rivers to make a vital connection enabling navigation between the North and Black Seas. AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO REGENSBURG (B,L,D)
DAY 10: REGENSBURG
Bavaria’s Medieval Miracle CLASSIC – Join a Guided City Walk and see Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall) and Porta Pretoria-built in 179 AD as the entrance to Castra Regina fortress. You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to visit the Benedictine Monastery in Weltenburg. Alternatively, spend a free afternoon exploring Regensburg on foot or by bike through its charming streets. EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO PASSAU (B,L,D)
DAY 11: PASSAU
Where the Danube, Inn, and Ilz Rivers Meet CLASSIC – Join a Guided City Walk to learn more about this beautiful “City of Three Rivers.” You may join a full day Guided Optional Excursion to Salzburg, the city of Mozart, or a full-day Guided Optional Excursion to the picturesque Bohemian town of Cesky Krumlov. Alternatively, cruise to the lovely town of Linz. LINZ, AUSTRIA Legendary, Lovely Linz This evening, feel free to explore Linz on your own. Later, enjoy live entertainment on board. OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO MELK (B,L,D)
DAY 12: MELK-WACHAU VALLEY
Frescoes Above and Vineyards Below CLASSIC – Take a Guided Tour of the frescoed ceilings, statues, incredible library, and ornate pipe organ of Melk’s Benedictine Abbey, OR: ACTIVE – Join your Avalon Adventure Host for a Morning Hike through Melk’s beautiful countryside. Enjoy a coffee or cocktail on the Sky Deck as you sail through the picturesque Wachau Valley to wonderful Vienna this afternoon. VIENNA Viennese Waltzes on the Blue Danube Consider joining a Guided Optional Excursion to attend a Royal Waltz Concert in an elegant hall this evening. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN VIENNA (B,L,D)
DAY 13: VIENNA
Royal Collections and Amusing Attractions CLASSIC – Explore the Habsburg Empire with a morning Guided City Tour of Vienna’s gilded landmarks. See the Imperial Palace complex-the winter residence of the Imperial Family, the iconic Vienna Opera House and stunning St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Join a Guided Optional Excursion to Schonbrunn Palace-summer home of the Habsburg familyor choose a Guided Optional Excursion to fascinating Bratislava. Consider a tram ride to Vienna’s Prater amusement park or to one of the many museums nearby. Later, enjoy live entertainment as you sail to Budapest. EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BUDAPEST (B,L,D)
DAY 14: BUDAPEST, HUNGARY
The Pearl of the Danube CLASSIC – Enjoy a Guided City Sightseeing tour of Budapest, including the iconic Heroes’ Square. This afternoon choose among a wide offer of Optional Guided Excursions or enjoy Budapest on your own. Indulge in a piece of cream cake in one of the many cafes. Consider a scenic hike above the Danube. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN BUDAPEST (B,L,D)
DAY 15: BUDAPEST (DISEMBARKATION)
Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning. (B)