Face it. We’ve redefined River Cruising. No other fleet of river cruise ships offers you a view of the world like Avalon. Relax in spacious Panorama Suites, where beds actually face the floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows - so you can fall in love with every heart-melting view. Aboard our award-winning Suite Ships - awarded Best River Cruise Line and Best Cabins by Cruise Critic – you’ll enjoy bigger experiences and smaller crowds. From your choice of daily excursions to complimentary Happy Hour cocktails, included gratuities and our guest-to-crew ratio of 3:1, you’ll discover that when it comes to the little touches, we think big. Smaller Ships Aboard our award-winning Suite Ships, “crowd pleasing” is not in our vocabulary. Instead, we set our sights on pleasing you with thoroughly modern, best-in-class ships averaging just 150 guests–or less. Smaller is a bigger idea in giving you the space, the time, and the personalised attention you deserve. The days of crowded cruising? That ship has sailed! Bigger Experiences Less crowds. More wow! On shore, Avalon keeps things personal with smaller excursion groups. That means front-row access to landmarks, richer connections with Local Guides, and deeper dives into culture, history, and hidden corners. We don’t just check the boxes. Avalon unlocks larger-than-life moments in smaller, smarter, and more intentional ways. It doesn’t get any suiter. Enjoy the perfect blend of elegance and ease – where little touches are bold, gestures are grand and the views even grander. There’s a reason our ships are the critics’ darlings and favorites among our most discerning guests. Our boutique-hotel-inspired Panorama Suites feature the industry’s only Open-Air Balconies with the widest-opening windows in cruising and decadent Comfort Collection beds that face the ever-changing scenery.
Your favourite chair. Your go-to snack. Your signature sip. You can’t help but feel at home aboard an Avalon Suite Ship®. Avalon cruisers know that feeling aboard our intimate Suite Ships—not as another face in the crowd or a number on a guest list. When you cruise with Avalon, there are certain words you’ll never hear on board. “Take a number” is simply not in our vocabulary. That’s because our staff—from captain to crew to housekeeping to chefs—know the meaning of ‘You First’ when it comes to worldclass service. With a 3:1 guest-to-crew ratio, you’ll enjoy personalised VIP treatment delivered with a relaxed luxury that’s never stuffy—just home, sweet home.
From your first welcome to our final wave goodbye, your Avalon staff and crew are at your service to ensure an extraordinary cruise experience. From Captain to Cruise Director to crew members, we deliver first-rate service that’s second to none.Your View is Ready
From our spacious, award-winning Panorama Suites to expansive Royal Suites to comfortably appointed Deluxe Staterooms, you'll drift away with innovative amenities and thoughtful details designed for the sweetest of Suite Ship® dreams.
Avalon casts cookie-cutter cruising overboard with more choices on board and on shore. From starting sooner or staying longer—you choose how you cruise with a variety of itineraries and Avalon Choice excursions that are perfect for you.
Avalon Active & Discovery cruises are packed with included excursions for classic history lovers, cultural discovery seekers, and active-minded explorers. Choose from a variety of included Classic, Active, and Discovery excursions that speak to you.
We’re lighting up the night—and your holiday—with Avalon After Dark: a sparkling new lineup of after-hours experiences that prove some of the best stories begin at sunset. Who says river cruising ends when the sun dips below the horizon?
It’s the little things that add up to a big, beautiful experience on each Avalon river cruise. Thoughtful little touches combine to create big impressions that are at the heart of everything we do on board our Avalon Suite Ships®.
Dig into delicious where fresh, local ingredients inspire each fantastic dish. From regional flavours and traditional favourites—culinary excellence is served morning, noon, and night with a variety of venues and mouthwatering menus.
From creative cocktails and mocktails to locally sourced, regional wines to complimentary happy hours, afternoon tea service, round-the-clock coffee to go and a healthy selection of H2O, there’s no shortage of reasons to celebrate on an Avalon cruise.
While Avalon shares the heart and soul of each destination, your heart and soul are also in view! From healthy dining options to a healthy doses of fitness activities, Avalon makes it easier than ever to follow your health-minded pursuits.