Thinking about exploring Europe in 2026? If drifting through fairytale towns, sipping wine by medieval castles, and waking up to riverside views sounds like your kind of holiday, Avalon Waterways has just what you're looking for. And at Cruise Deals, we’ve got the inside scoop on how to make it even more affordable.
Why Choose Avalon Waterways? Here’s What Sets Them Apart
Avalon Waterways has revolutionised river cruising by designing experiences that go against the current and beyond the ordinary. They're the #1 top-rated river cruise line in Europe, and it’s easy to see why.
Unmatched Comfort: Avalon’s Signature Suite Ships™
Avalon's Suite Ships™ are like boutique hotels on the water. Here's what makes them a guest favourite:
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Panorama Suites™: 80% of the cabins feature Open-Air Balconies™ with wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling windows.
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Comfort Collection Beds™: Designed to face the view, not the wall.
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Spacious Design: Ships accommodate just 150 guests or fewer.
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Personal Service: Enjoy a 3:1 guest-to-crew ratio.
Dining That Delivers
Avalon’s FlexDining® means no rigid dining schedules. Choose from:
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The elegant Panorama Dining Room
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The relaxed Panorama Bistro
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Outdoor feasts at the Sky Grill
Every dish is crafted with fresh, local ingredients designed to delight every palate.
Experiences Tailored to You
From relaxing to adventurous, Avalon offers:
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Classic guided tours
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Discovery experiences like local cooking classes
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Active options like hiking, kayaking or biking
Where Can Avalon Take You?
Avalon sails Europe’s most legendary rivers:
Rhine | Main | Danube | Moselle | Seine | Rhône
Depart from beautiful cities like Budapest, Vienna, Cologne, and Paris.
Looking beyond Europe? Avalon also cruises:
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Mekong River (Vietnam & Cambodia)
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Nile River (Egypt)
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Peruvian Amazon & Galápagos Islands (South America)
Itinerary highlights:
- Rhine & Rhone Revealed For Wine Lovers - 15-Day Arles to Amsterdam & v.v.
- Timeless Rivers of Europe: The Rhine And Seine - 15-Day Basel to Paris
- Grand France for Wine Lovers - 15-Day Paris to Arles
- Iconic Rivers of Europe; The Rhine, Main & Danube - 23-Day Amsterdam to Oltenita (near Bucharest)
- Vineyards, Chateaux & Bordeaux - 22-Day Basel to Bordeaux
plus many more...see full list with dates below.
Love a Theme? Check Out Avalon’s Special Interest Cruises
Avalon offers themed itineraries for every kind of traveller, including:
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✅ Wine Lovers Cruises (with onboard sommeliers and cellar tours)
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✅ Culinary Cruises (through Burgundy, Provence & more)
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✅ Christmas Market Cruises (festive magic in Europe!)
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✅ WWII History Cruises (walk in the footsteps of heroes)
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✅ Beer Cruises, Jazz Cruises, Garden Cruises, and more!
You can even cruise with your favourite authors, musicians or storytellers.
What’s Included in Your Avalon Cruise?
Avalon cruises come with heaps of value built in:
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✅ Spacious Panorama Suites™ with Comfort Collection Beds™
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✅ All meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
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✅ Sparkling wine at breakfast, plus wine, beer or soft drinks with lunch & dinner
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✅ Daily Happy Hour
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✅ Room service continental breakfast
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✅ Cultural onboard entertainment
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✅ Free Starlink Wi-Fi
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✅ Daily excursions with local guides
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✅ Access to fitness centre, bicycles, and walking gear
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✅ Dedicated Avalon Adventure Host™ for active excursions
Hot Deal: Save Up to $10,600 Per Couple on 2026 Avalon River Cruises!
Book early and take advantage of Avalon's limited-time offer on select 2026 Europe cruises:
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Save $5,300 per person ($10,600 per couple)
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Applies to all cabin categories – even for solo travellers (single supplement applies)
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Offer valid for new bookings deposited by 30 June 2025 or until sold out
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Requires a $750 non-refundable deposit per person/per cruise
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Can be combined with Welcome Back Credit and Second Tour Discount
✅ EXCLUSIVE CRUISE DEALS OFFER: Save an Extra $1000 Per Couple
Only at Cruise Deals, enjoy an extra $1000 off per couple when you book ANY Avalon Waterways river cruise with us!
Yes, that’s up to $11,600 in total savings per couple when you combine Avalon’s Europe deal with ours!
Ready to Book Your 2026 River Cruise?
Whether you're a first-time cruiser or a river cruise regular, this is the perfect time to lock in your 2026 Avalon Waterways dream escape.
✅ Explore available itineraries now
✅ Secure your spot early for the best value
✅ Enjoy exclusive savings only at Cruise Deals
Book Online Now or call our expert team to learn more. Don’t miss your chance – these deals won’t last forever!
Rhine & Rhône Revealed for Wine Lovers (Southbound) - WAL-T7
- November 10, 2026
Rhine & Rhône Revealed with 2 nights in French Riviera for Wine Lovers (Southbound) - WALE-T7
- November 10, 2026
Iconic Rivers of Europe - the Rhine, Main & Danube - WAO
- July 9, 2026
Iconic Rivers of Europe - the Rhine, Main & Danube with 1 Night in Bucharest - WAOB
- July 9, 2026
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- July 9, 2026
Rhine & Rhône Revealed (Northbound) - WLA
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- November 8, 2026
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Grand France for Wine Lovers (Southbound) - WPL-T7
- November 10, 2026
Grand France with 2 Nights in French Riviera for Wine Lovers (Southbound) - WPLE-T7
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European Masterpiece: the Rhine, Seine and Rhône Revealed - WZL
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European Masterpiece: The Rhine, Seine & Rhône Revealed with 2 Nights in French Riviera - WZLE
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European Masterpiece: the Rhine, Seine and Rhône Revealed with 2 Nights in Lucerne - WZLQ
- June 28, 2026
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European Masterpiece: the Rhine, Seine and Rhône Revealed with 2 Nights in Lucerne and 2 Nights in French Riviera - WZLY
- June 28, 2026
- August 9, 2026
Timeless Rivers of Europe: the Rhine and Seine - WZP
- November 10, 2026
Timeless Rivers of Europe: the Rhine and Seine for Wine Lovers - WZP-T7
- November 3, 2026
Timeless Rivers of Europe: the Rhine and Seine with Swiss Alps, 3 Nights in Lake Como & 1 Night in Lucerne - WZP1
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Timeless Rivers of Europe: the Rhine and Seine with 2 Nights in Lucerne for Wine Lovers - WZPQ-T7
- November 1, 2026
Vineyards, Chateaux & Bordeaux - WZX
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Vineyards, Chateaux & Bordeaux with Swiss Alps, 3 Nights in Lake Como & 1 Night in Lucerne - WZX1
- June 19, 2026
- July 3, 2026
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- October 9, 2026
Vineyards, Chateaux & Bordeaux with 2 Nights in Lucerne - WZXQ
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