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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
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| 19 May '22 | Deggendorf, Germany |
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| 20 May '22 | Passau, Germany |
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| 21 May '22 | Linz, Austria |
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| 22 May '22 | Ybbs, Austria |
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| 23 May '22 | Vienna, Austria |
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| 24 May '22 | Bratislava, Slovakia |
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| 25 May '22 | Budapest, Hungary |
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| 26 May '22 | Budapest, Hungary |
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| 27 May '22 | Mohacs, Hungary |
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| 28 May '22 | Novi Sad, Serbia |
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| 29 May '22 | Belgrade, Serbia |
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| 30 May '22 | Iron Gate, Romania, Serbia |
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| 31 May '22 | Vidin, Bulgaria |
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| 01 Jun '22 | Russe, Bulgaria |
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| 02 Jun '22 | Oltenita (for Bucharest), Romania |
Diembark | Transfer to Bucharest |
| 02 Jun '22 | Bucharest, Romania |
Hotel | |
| 03 Jun '22 | Bucharest, Romania |
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.
15 Night Cruise sailing from Deggendorf to Oltenita aboard Avalon Passion. Hotel stay post-cruise in Bucharest.
DAY 1: DEGGENDORF, GERMANY (EMBARKATION)
Welcome to Germany. Your Suite Ship is Ready for Boarding. Flights into Munich must arrive by 2 pm. Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm. Explore your ship and enjoy dinner on your first evening on board. EVENING CRUISE TO PASSAU (D)
DAY 2: PASSAU-SCHLOGEN OXBOW
Where the Danube, Inn, and Ilz Rivers Meet CLASSIC – Join a Guided City Walk to learn more about this beautiful “City of Three Rivers.”, OR: ACTIVE – Follow your Avalon Adventure Host for Hiking from Oberhaus along a trail down to the valley and along Ilz River. Before sailing to Linz, take a little free time to explore Passau’s cobblestone streets and galleries of Artists’ Alley. Maybe stop at St. Stephen’s Cathedral to catch a concert rehearsal. This afternoon, cruise to Linz through the Danube’s dramatic horseshoe bend called Schlogen Oxbow. Later, enjoy live entertainment on board. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN LINZ (B,L,D)
DAY 3: LINZ, AUSTRIA
Legendary and Lovely Linz Visit the Adventure centre for today’s activities with your Adventure Host. CLASSIC – Take a Guided Walk through the city’s historic and beautiful sites along the shore of the Danube and see Hauptplatz-Austria’s largest medieval square-and the towering white-marble Trinity Column. Consider a full-day Guided Optional Excursion to Salzburg-the city of Mozart, or to the picturesque Bohemian town of Cesky Krumlov. You may otherwise spend the afternoon on a biking picnic along the banks of the Danube or hike through Linz’s beautiful nature trails to Postlingberg for a bird’s-eye view of the city and river below. EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO YBBS (B,L,D)
DAY 4: YBBS. EXCURSION TO MELK-WACHAU VALLEY
Frescoes Above and Vineyards Below CLASSIC – Visit the Lower Austrian little town of Ybbs. Admire the fine architecture of the Babenberger and its romantic old town, OR: CLASSIC – Take a Guided Tour of Melk’s magnificent Benedictine Abbey to marvel at its frescoed ceilings, statues, incredible library, and ornate pipe organ. Later, stretch out on the Sky Deck as you sail through the Wachau Valley past vineyards, castles, and charming villages on your way to Durnstein. DURNSTEIN A King’s Ransom and Castle Ruins CLASSIC – Join a Guided Walk, and hear the legendary tale of King Richard the Lionheart-who was imprisoned in the castle during the Crusades, OR: ACTIVE – Join a Guided Hike up to the castle ruins to take in the spectacular view of the village, Danube, and the Wachau Valley below. Later, enjoy live entertainment on board your ship. OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO VIENNA (B,L,D)
DAY 5: VIENNA
Viennese Waltzes on the Blue Danube 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 grand historic Vienna Opera House and stunning St. Stephen’s Cathedral. You may decide to take a Guided Optional Excursion to Schonbrunn Palace-the former imperial summer home of the Habsburg monarchy. Spend free time strolling in the pedestrian Karntnerstrasse-the most famous shopping avenue in central Vienna. Take a bike ride through the city and stop in a local cafe to enjoy Sachertorte or Apfelstrudel. This evening, enjoy an unforgettable musical performance with an Optional Excursion to attend a Royal Waltz Concert in an elegant hall. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN VIENNA (B,L,D)
DAY 6: HAINBURG, AUSTRIA
Enjoy some free time in the village of Hainburg or take a Guided Optional Excursion to discover the natural beauties of this area. During lunchtime enjoy a short cruise to Bratislava BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA Cathedral Coronations and a Crowning Castle CLASSIC – Take a Guided City Walk, including the quaint streets of Old Town, Town Hall, and the sight of royal coronations at St. Martin’s Cathedral. OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BUDAPEST (B,L,D)
DAY 7: BUDAPEST, HUNGARY
War Heroes and Hot Water CLASSIC – Enjoy a Guided City Sightseeing, including the iconic Heroes’ Square. This afternoon, select from a variety of Guided Optional or spend free time soaking in one of Budapest’s famous thermal baths. Consider a scenic hike above the Danube, or enjoy Budapest’s cafes, pubs andnightlife. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN BUDAPEST (B,L,D)
DAY 8: BUDAPEST
The Pearl of the Danube in the Heart of Europe Take free time to enjoy Budapest’s famed thermal baths. You can also take a scenic hike in the hills above the Danube. Take time to explore the city’s cafes and restaurants. OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO MOHACS (B,L,D)
DAY 9: MOHACS
Hungarian History in a Harbor Town Visit the Adventure centre for today’s activities with your Adventure Host. CLASSIC – Join a morning Guided Sightseeing Tour of Mohacs-the quiet Danube harbor town with its historical memorial parks, statues, and distinctive churches. Tour the remarkable medieval St. Nicholas Watermill-one of only a few remaining watermills performing stone-ground grain processing, OR: CLASSIC – Take a Guided Tour of nearby Pecs to see its 4th-century Christian underground tombs, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with fascinating murals. You’ll also enjoy an organ concert on your tour. EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO ILOK (B,L,D)
DAY 10: ILOK, CROATIA
History and Culture in Croatia CLASSIC – Join a Guided Tour of Ilok, with its 1,000-year-old winemaking tradition still thriving and its medieval fortress protected for its Croatian cultural heritage. Enjoy a brief cruise to Novi Sad while having lunch onboard. NOVI SAD, SERBIA Heritage and Hilltop Vintages CLASSIC – Join a Guided Tour of Novi Sad, the second largest town in Serbia. Admire its Austro-Hungarian old town, with its baroque buildings, and ancient fortifications. OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BELGRADE (B,L,D)
DAY 11: BELGRADE
Fortresses and Folklore CLASSIC – Join a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Belgrade-where the Danube and Sava Rivers converge-and see the city’s many fascinating sights, including Saint Sava-one of the world’s largest Orthodox churches. DISCOVERY – Attend an onboard Lecture to learn about the rich history, destinations, and culture of the Balkan states. Spend your free time exploring the city on your own this afternoon on Knez Mihailova Street-Belgrade’s central pedestrian thoroughfare with many lively cafes, shops, and cultural spots. This evening, you might like to join an Optional authentic Bohemian Dinner in the Quarter of Skadarlija. OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO GOLUBA? (B,L,D)
DAY 12: GOLUBA?-DONJI MILANOVAC. EXCURSION TO LEPENSKI VIR-IRON GATES GORGE
Ancient Artifacts and the Iron Gates CLASSIC – Visit the Fortress of Goluba?, one of the best-preserved medieval fortresses in Europe. . You’ll hear about its tumultuous history as a border control defense in the Middle Ages, and a source of conflict between Serbia, the Habsburg Monarchy and the Ottoman Empire. Enjoy a brief sailing to Donji Milanovac. CLASSIC – Join a Guided Tour to the Mesolithic archaeological site of Lepenski Vir- with unique views of the Danube Gorge. Sail through the spectacular and narrow Iron Gates Gorge-a natural border between Serbia and Romania. AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO VIDIN (B,L,D)
DAY 13: VIDIN, BULGARIA
Rocks, ruins and Balkan Beauty CLASSIC – Join your Adventure Host for today’s special activities. CLASSIC – Join Guided Sightseeing in Vidin, followed by a Guided Tour of Belogradchik. Marvel at the remarkable rock formations on the western slopes of the Balkan Mountains, sculpted by 200 million years of natural elements. AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO ROUSSE (B,L,D)
DAY 14: ROUSSE. VELIKO TARNOVO & ARBANASSI EXCURSION
Fortresses and Folklore CLASSIC – Join a full-day Guided Tour to the former Bulgarian capital of Veliko Tarnovo-with its ancient stone houses clinging to the cliffs above the Yantra River. Discover one of the oldest towns in Bulgaria (circa 4300 BC), as well as the Bulgarian Revival architecture in the 15th-century town of Arbanassi, OR: CLASSIC – Join a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Bulgaria’s largest inland port and visit its impressive Holy Trinity Church, OR: ACTIVE – Join a walk through the park with your Avalon Adventure Host. Later, enjoy live entertainment on board with a Bulgarian folklore show. OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO OLTENITA (B,L,D)
DAY 15: OLTENITA, ROMANIA (DISEMBARKATION)-BUCHAREST
The “Paris of the East CLASSIC – Take a Guided Tour of the Romanian capital city of Bucharest with its tree-lined boulevards and Arc de Triomphe-honoring WWI Romanian soldiers. See the Royal Palace Square-the scene of the city’s 1989 riots to overthrow the communist dictator Nicolae Ceausescu. Spend some free time exploring on your own to visit shops and museums.See the beautiful home, and churches along Victory Avenue. (B)
DAY 16: BUCHAREST
Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. (B)