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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.
Features Include:
172 Square Feet
Alarm clock
Bedside tables with reading lamps
Comfort Collection BedsSM
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Easy under-bed luggage storage
Elegant, contemporary design
Extra blankets
Full shower with glass door
Individual climate control
Large mirror in bathroom
Memory foam mattress toppers
Soft and firm pillows
Two windows
Well-stocked minibar
Bathrobes & slippers
Choice of bed configuration
Complimentary bottled water
Direct-dial telephone
Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
European-style duvets
Flatscreen satellite TV with movie channel
Hairdryer
In-room safe
L’Occitane bath products
Nightly turn-down service
Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage
Vanity
Writing desk
Features Include:
172 Square Feet
Alarm clock
Bedside tables with reading lamps
Comfort Collection BedsSM
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Easy under-bed luggage storage
Elegant, contemporary design
Extra blankets
Full shower with glass door
Individual climate control
Large mirror in bathroom
Memory foam mattress toppers
Soft and firm pillows
Two windows
Well-stocked minibar
Bathrobes & slippers
Choice of bed configuration
Complimentary bottled water
Direct-dial telephone
Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
European-style duvets
Flatscreen satellite TV with movie channel
Hairdryer
In-room safe
L’Occitane bath products
Nightly turn-down service
Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage
Vanity
Writing desk
Features Include:
200 Square Feet
6-person sitting area
Bathrobes & slippers
Choice of bed configuration
Comfort Collection BedsSM
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Easy under-bed luggage storage
Elegant, contemporary design
Extra blankets
Full shower with glass door
Individual climate control
Large mirror in bathroom
Make-up mirror
Memory foam mattress toppers
Sofa
Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage
Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Window with Open-Air Balcony®
Writing desk
Alarm clock
Bedside tables with reading lamps
Coffee table
Complimentary bottled water
Direct-dial telephone
Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
European-style duvets
Flatscreen satellite TV with movie channel
Hairdryer
In-room safe
L’Occitane bath products
Marble countertops in bathroom
Nightly turn-down service
Soft and firm pillows
Vanity
Well-stocked minibar
Features Include:
200 Square Feet
6-person sitting area
Bathrobes & slippers
Choice of bed configuration
Comfort Collection BedsSM
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Easy under-bed luggage storage
Elegant, contemporary design
Extra blankets
Full shower with glass door
Individual climate control
Large mirror in bathroom
Make-up mirror
Memory foam mattress toppers
Sofa
Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage
Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Window with Open-Air Balcony®
Writing desk
Alarm clock
Bedside tables with reading lamps
Coffee table
Complimentary bottled water
Direct-dial telephone
Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
European-style duvets
Flatscreen satellite TV with movie channel
Hairdryer
In-room safe
L’Occitane bath products
Marble countertops in bathroom
Nightly turn-down service
Soft and firm pillows
Vanity
Well-stocked minibar
Features Include:
200 Square Feet
6-person sitting area
Bathrobes & slippers
Choice of bed configuration
Comfort Collection BedsSM
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Easy under-bed luggage storage
Elegant, contemporary design
Extra blankets
Full shower with glass door
Individual climate control
Large mirror in bathroom
Make-up mirror
Memory foam mattress toppers
Sofa
Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage
Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Window with Open-Air Balcony®
Writing desk
Alarm clock
Bedside tables with reading lamps
Coffee table
Complimentary bottled water
Direct-dial telephone
Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
European-style duvets
Flatscreen satellite TV with movie channel
Hairdryer
In-room safe
L’Occitane bath products
Marble countertops in bathroom
Nightly turn-down service
Soft and firm pillows
Vanity
Well-stocked minibar
Features Include:
300 Square Feet
6-person sitting area
Bathrobes & slippers
Choice of bed configuration
Comfort Collection BedsSM
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Double sinks
Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
European-style duvets
Flatscreen satellite TV with movie channel
Hairdryer
In-room safe
L’Occitane bath products
Marble countertops in bathroom
Nightly turn-down service
Soft and firm pillows
Vanity
Well-stocked minibar
Alarm clock
Bedside tables with reading lamps
Coffee table
Complimentary bottled water
Direct-dial telephone
Easy under-bed luggage storage
Elegant, contemporary design
Extra blankets
Full shower with glass door
Individual climate control
Large mirror in bathroom
Make-up mirror
Memory foam mattress toppers
Sofa
Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage
Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Window with Open-Air Balcony®
Writing desk
2016 was another big year for Avalon, as we expand our fleet of innovative Suite Ships? once again. In addition to the Avalon Imagery II®, the beautiful Avalon Passion® will grace the waterways of Europe. Like its sister ships, Avalon Impression? and Avalon Illumination®, Passion features two full decks of Panorama Suites? with Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Windows that transform the living space into a unique Open-Air? Balcony. Cruise along the legendary Rhine, Main, and Danube Rivers, enjoying fresh breezes and enchanting scenery from the comfort of your suite. With 200 square feet, Panorama Suites? are more than 30% larger than the industry standard, affording you the incomparable opportunity to wake each morning facing the splendid passing scenery. Onboard amenities include an alternative dining option in the Panorama Bistro, an expanded fitness center, complimentary Wi-Fi access, and a spacious Sky Deck with premium lounge chairs, whirlpool, and light al fresco lunches at the open-air bistro.
Ship Profile & Stats
- Length: 443 metres
- Maiden Voyage: 2016
- Passenger Capacity (dbl): 166
- Crew Nationality: International
- Officer Nationality: International
- Dining Staff Nationality: International
Ship Facilities
- Sky Deck with premium lounge chairs
- Fitness Centre
- Elevator
- Outside Viewing Deck
- Headsets for all guided shore excursions in Europe
- Sky Deck whirlpool
- Internet Corner
- Hair salon (manicures available)
- Complimentary Wi-Fi access
- Onboard movie nights
- Panorama Bistro
- Sky Deck game area
- Self-serve beverage station with complimentary tea, hot chocolate & premium coffees
- Well-stocked library
- Navigation Bar
- Sky Bistro
- Observation Lounge
- Panorama Lounge
- Bar in the Panorama Lounge
- Club Lounge
- Dining Room
Cruise Itinerary
| Date | Activity | Arrive | Depart |
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| 12 Dec '22 | Nuremberg, Germany |
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| 13 Dec '22 | Nuremberg, Germany |
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| 14 Dec '22 | Regensburg, Germany |
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| 15 Dec '22 | Passau, Germany |
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| 16 Dec '22 | Melk , Austria |
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| 17 Dec '22 | Vienna, Austria |
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| 17 Dec '22 | Vienna, Austria |
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.
6 Night Cruise sailing from Nuremberg to Vienna aboard Avalon Passion.
DAY 1: NUREMBERG, GERMANY (EMBARKATION)
Welcome to Germany! Your Suite Ship is Ready for Boarding. Flights into Nuremberg must arrive by 3 pm. Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm. Indulge in traditional holiday fare and hot libations to warm your heart and soul. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN NUREMBERG (D)
DAY 2: NUREMBERG
Legends and History Lessons 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. Spend free time on your own to browse the spruce stalls of the Christmas Markets of Nuremberg. Sample favorite Bavarian fare-from dozens of bratwurst varieties, gingerbread, mulled blueberry wine, and countless other culinary delights of the Christkindlmarkt. Enjoy live entertainment as you sail EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO REGENSBURG (B,L,D)
DAY 3: REGENSBURG
Christmas Magic in Bavaria CLASSIC – Join a Guided City Walk and see Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall) and Porta Pretoria-entrance to the Castra Regina fortress built in 179 AD. Take time to browse Regensburg’s sparkling Christmas markets. Enjoy hot-mulled wine, candied almonds, gingerbread, or bratwurst. DISCOVERY – Enjoy a Christmas Traditions Lecture on board. EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO PASSAU (B,L,D)
DAY 4: PASSAU
Saint Stephen’s, Salzburg, and the Story of Silent Night CLASSIC – Join a Guided City Walk to learn more about this beautiful “City of Three Rivers.” You may like to join a Guided Optional Excursion to Salzburg, Austria. See the setting of The Sound of Music, and learn the story behind the beloved Christmas hymn, Silent Night. Spend free time in Passau’s charming Christkindlmarkt near magnificent St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Take a brief evening cruise to Linz, and go out for music and dancing or late-night dessert before sailing to Melk. OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO MELK (B,L,D)
DAY 5: MELK, AUSTRIA
Frescoes Above the Wachau Valley CLASSIC – Take a Guided Tour of Melk’s magnificent Benedictine Abbey to marvel at its frescoed ceilings. DISCOVERY – Enjoy an Austrian Cookie Tasting while sailing through the splendid Wachau Valley to Vienna. VIENNA Vienna’s Winter Wonderland This evening, you may choose to attend an Optional Excursion to a Royal Waltz Concert for an unforgettable evening of music in an elegant hall. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN VIENNA (B,L,D)
DAY 6: VIENNA
Royal Collections and Culinary Confections DISCOVERY – Join a Guided Tour of Vienna ending at magical Christmas Advent Markets! Along the way, discover the history of Austrian foods and traditions as you sample local specialties. You may join a Guided Optional Tour of Schonbrunn Palace-summer home of the Habsburg dynasty for 300 years. Spend free time on your own to enjoy the Christkindlesmarkt or relax by the fire’s glow in a Viennese cafe this evening. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN VIENNA (B,L,D)
DAY 7: VIENNA (DISEMBARKATION)
Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning. (B) Note: Christmas markets generally operate from late Nov until the third week of Dec.