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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.
Approx 172 Square Feet
Stateroom Amenities Include:
Comfort Collection by Avalon
Deluxe beds with premium mattress covers
Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
European-style duvets
Choice of soft or firm pillows
Extra blankets
Choice of bed configuration
Nightly turn-down service
Bedside tables with reading lamps
Hairdryer
L’Occitane bath amenities
Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage
Easy under-bed luggage storage
Flatscreen satellite TV with movie channels
Alarm clock
Direct-dial telephone
Bathrobes & slippers
Well-stocked minibar
Complimentary bottled water
In-room safe
Individual climate control
Modern Finishings
Large mirror in bathroom
Approx 172 Square Feet
Stateroom Amenities Include:
Comfort Collection by Avalon
Deluxe beds with premium mattress covers
Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
European-style duvets
Choice of soft or firm pillows
Extra blankets
Choice of bed configuration
Nightly turn-down service
Bedside tables with reading lamps
Hairdryer
L’Occitane bath amenities
Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage
Easy under-bed luggage storage
Flatscreen satellite TV with movie channels
Alarm clock
Direct-dial telephone
Bathrobes & slippers
Well-stocked minibar
Complimentary bottled water
In-room safe
Individual climate control
Modern Finishings
Large mirror in bathroom
Approx 200 Square Feet
Stateroom Amenities Include:
Comfort Collection by Avalon
Deluxe beds with premium mattress covers
Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
European-style duvets
Choice of soft or firm pillows
Extra blankets
Choice of bed configuration
Nightly turn-down service
Bedside tables with reading lamps
Hairdryer
L’Occitane bath amenities
Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage
Easy under-bed luggage storage
Flatscreen satellite TV with movie channels
Alarm clock
Direct-dial telephone
Bathrobes & slippers
Well-stocked minibar
Complimentary bottled water
In-room safe
Individual climate control
Modern Finishings
Large mirror in bathroom
Approx 200 Square Feet
Stateroom Amenities Include:
Comfort Collection by Avalon
Deluxe beds with premium mattress covers
Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
European-style duvets
Choice of soft or firm pillows
Extra blankets
Choice of bed configuration
Nightly turn-down service
Bedside tables with reading lamps
Hairdryer
L’Occitane bath amenities
Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage
Easy under-bed luggage storage
Flatscreen satellite TV with movie channels
Alarm clock
Direct-dial telephone
Bathrobes & slippers
Well-stocked minibar
Complimentary bottled water
In-room safe
Individual climate control
Modern Finishings
Large mirror in bathroom
Approx 200 Square Feet
Stateroom Amenities Include:
Comfort Collection by Avalon
Deluxe beds with premium mattress covers
Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
European-style duvets
Choice of soft or firm pillows
Extra blankets
Choice of bed configuration
Nightly turn-down service
Bedside tables with reading lamps
Hairdryer
L’Occitane bath amenities
Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage
Easy under-bed luggage storage
Flatscreen satellite TV with movie channels
Alarm clock
Direct-dial telephone
Bathrobes & slippers
Well-stocked minibar
Complimentary bottled water
In-room safe
Individual climate control
Modern Finishings
Large mirror in bathroom
Approx 300 Square Feet
Suite Amenities Include:
Comfort Collection by Avalon Deluxe beds with premium mattress covers
Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
European-style duvets
Choice of soft or firm pillows
Extra blankets
Choice of bed configuration
Nightly turn-down service
Bedside tables with reading lamps
Hairdryer
L’Occitane bath amenities
Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage
Easy under-bed luggage storage
Flatscreen satellite TV with movie channels
Alarm clock
Make-up mirror
Direct-dial telephone
Bathrobes & slippers
Well-stocked minibar
Complimentary bottled water
In-room safe
Individual climate control
Modern Finishings
Large mirror in bathroom
Marble countertops in bathroom
Private cocktail party
Having set sail in 2012, the Avalon Vista adds to our unique offering of Suite Ships. The Vista’s two full decks of suites feature 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 expanded fitness center, Internet corner, complimentary Wi-Fi access, and a spacious Sky Deck with premium lounge chairs, shade system, whirlpool, and the delightful open-air bistro.
Ship Profile & Stats
- Length: 443 feet
- Maiden Voyage: 2012
- Passenger Capacity (dbl): 166
- Crew Nationality: European
- Officer Nationality: European
- Dining Staff Nationality: European
Ship Facilities
- Observation lounge – open-air lounge seating forward of Panorama lounge
- Reception and Atrium – guest services and Cruise Director desk
- Panorama Lounge
- Bar
- Club Lounge – intimate lounge of the rear of the ship
- Dining Room – main dining venue
- Panorama Bistro – light alternative dining
- Sky Deck – premium lounge chairs and shade awnings
- Sky Lounge – open-air seating
- Whirlpool – on Sky Deck
- Hair Salon
- Fitness Centre – running equipment, weights, yoga mats etc.
- Elevator
Cruise Itinerary
| Date | Activity | Arrive | Depart |
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| 07 May '22 | Basel, Switzerland |
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| 08 May '22 | Breisach, Germany |
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| 09 May '22 | Strasbourg, France |
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| 10 May '22 | Heidelberg, Germany |
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| 10 May '22 | Mainz, Germany |
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| 11 May '22 | Rudesheim, Germany |
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| 12 May '22 | Cologne, Germany |
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| 13 May '22 | Amsterdam, Rivers |
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| 14 May '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.
7 Night Cruise sailing from Basel to Amsterdam aboard Avalon Vista.
DAY 1: BASEL, SWITZERLAND (EMBARKATION)
Welcome to Switzerland. Your Suite Ship is Ready for Boarding. Flights into Zurich or Basel must arrive by 3 pm. Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm. Enjoy dinner and explore the ship on your first night on board. EVENING CRUISE TO BREISACH (D)
DAY 2: BREISACH, GERMANY. EXCURSION TO BLACK FOREST
German Winemakingand the Beautiful Black Forest Visit the Adventure centre for today’s activities with your Adventure Host. DISCOVERY – Join a full-day Guided Tour to the magical Black Forest to experience the Vogtsbauernohf open-air-museum, visit an authentic water mill, and see a traditional butter-making demonstration, OR: DISCOVERY – Visit to Badischer Winzerkeller, the largest German wine producer in Europe. Learn about German winemaking in the vineyards of Baden, and enjoy a wine tasting. You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to visit the charming village of Colmar in the morning, with its half-timbered medieval and early renaissance buildings. EVENING CRUISE TO STRASBOURG (B,L,D)
DAY 3: STRASBOURG, FRANCE
A Grand Cathedral and La Petite France CLASSIC – Join a City Sightseeing Tour, including Strasbourg’s Gothic, stained-glass cathedral with its celebrated ancient murals and astronomical clock, as well as the magical La Petite France District. You may also choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to the historic Maginot Line-the pre-WWII fortifications designed to protect the eastern border of France, or visit Alsace’s wine country today. Alternatively, take some free time in Strasbourg to visit a museum, or stroll across the city centre. EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO LUDWIGSHAFEN (B,L,D)
DAY 4: MAINZ, GERMANY. EXCURSION TO HEIDELBERG
Castle Walls, and the World’s Biggest Wine Barrel CLASSIC – Enjoy a Guided Tour to Heidelberg Castle to see the ruins of the magnificent renaissance treasure towering above the city, and its famed Great Vat, the “World’s Largest Wine Barrel,” OR: ACTIVE – Join your Avalon Adventure Host for a Hike up Philosophers’ Way for an inspiring view of the city below, OR: CLASSIC – Enjoy a Guided City Walk in Mainz, including a visit to the Gutenberg Museum to see the captivating history of printing. Enjoy live entertainment on board your ship this evening. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN MAINZ (B,L,D)
DAY 5: RUDESHEIM-RHINE GORGE
Eat, Drink, and Be Merry in Wine Country DISCOVERY – Take a Guided Tour of 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 2000 Years Of Monumental History Enjoy free time in Koblenz before a relaxing evening on board with dinner and live entertainment. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN KOBLENZ (B,L,D)
DAY 6: COLOGNE
Prost! Celebrate in the Rhineland Join your Adventure Host for today’s special activities. CLASSIC – Take a Guided City Walk of Cologne-with its soaring twin-steepled gothic cathedral, OR: DISCOVERY – Choose 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! AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO AMSTERDAM (B,L,D)
DAY 7: 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.” During tulip season, you may take a Guided Optional Excursion to Keukenhof gardens-with more than seven million tulips, daffodils and hyacinths, as well as other bulbs, planted each year. Outside of tulip season, join a Guided Optional Excursion to Zaanse Schans to see historic windmills and charming Dutch houses. You may also choose an Optional Biking Tour to discover the countryside. Take some free time to explore Amsterdam’s colourful streets and canal houses, galleries, and shops. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN AMSTERDAM (B,L,D)
DAY 8: AMSTERDAM (DISEMBARKATION)
Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning. (B)