Newest River Cruise Ships
Avalon sets a new standard in
river cruising! Built to create
a warm and pleasant ambiance,
and with the travelers' comfort
and safety in mind, our vessels
are sleek and elegant and part
of a new generation of river
cruisers, with state-of-the-art
technology. These ships offer
larger accommodations with
hotel-style beds, modern private
facilities, satellite
television, floor to ceiling
sliding glass doors in most
staterooms and some cabins with
private balcony. There's
internet access, fitness
equipment and much more.
Luxurious Amenities
On each vessel panoramic views
entice diners in the restaurant
and public lounge, and there is
ample outside viewing space.
Enjoy a drink at the bar or in
the lounge. Delight in the
romantic European landscape as
you sit outside on the Sun or
Sky Deck. These ships have
English-speaking staffs,
non-smoking interiors, and
Continental cuisine that appeals
to the North American palate.
You'll enjoy open seating and a
leisurely single sitting at
mealtimes, plus local wines and
choice of entrees with every
dinner.
Depending on the ship, travelers
can work out in the gleaming
fitness center, walk around the
walking track, relax in the
whirlpool, play a game with
large chess pieces, visit the
gift shop for souvenirs, or
splash in the fun-pool. For
those who want some pampering,
there is a salon and massage
service. Plus the quality
furnishings, bedding and
appointments lend a luxurious
feel to just lounging around.
Each vessel is designed with the
passenger's complete comfort in
mind.
Created for the North American
market
These new ships are built for
the North American market, with
either entirely non-smoking
interiors (Europe and Galapagos)
or smoking restricted to
specific areas (China and
Egypt). The crews are English
speaking. Staterooms are larger
than most other river cruise
vessels with comfortable beds
and large windows to view the
passing scenery. Meals are
tailored to North American
tastes, and in Europe coffee and
tea are available at no extra
charge throughout the day.
Our Ships are
Artistry
The
minute you step on board the
Avalon Artistry,
you know she's different.
The gleaming two-story
lobby, lit by a central
glass skylight, is a preview
of the light, airy feel and
the spectacular views you'll
enjoy on this modern,
spacious vessel. And the
friendliness and unsurpassed
personal service of the
English-speaking staff on
board and on shore always
make you feel welcome.
All rooms are designed by
the famous architect Hans
Sabert. There are two junior
suites (258 square feet) and
the vessel boasts some of
the largest staterooms (at
172 square feet) of any
river cruiser; they are all
outside staterooms. Some
have picture windows, while
70% have a unique French
balcony from which to enjoy
the passing scenery. The
Avalon Artistry
accommodates 178 passengers
in 87 staterooms and two
junior suites.
The dining room, lounge and
other recreation areas are
spacious and airy with both
the dining room and lounge
offering glass from floor to
ceiling so passengers can
enjoy panoramic views.
Unique to the Avalon
Artistry is the glazed
lobby that is open through
to the Sky Deck with a
central glass cupola
sparkling welcome to
passengers. The exercise
room is outfitted with
fitness equipment and a
whirlpool that can
accommodate six people.
Massages are also offered.
Imagry
The
Avalon Imagery
introduces a new type of
ship to cruising. The
navigational bridge is
located in the stern, behind
the passenger section,
allowing for a more spacious
and gracious interior
design. The lounge and
restaurant, located in the
front of the vessel, give
unimpeded views of the
passing landscape. In
addition, the Sky Deck is
vast for sunning, taking
pictures, or simply just
relaxing.
Avalon Imagery
features the Silent Drive
System (SDS) created to
enhance guest experiences.
SDS features ship engines
located at the stern,
separating it from the
passenger compartment,
allowing for a quieter
cruise experience than
traditional small ships.
Poetry
From the
minute you step on board you
know these vessels are
different. The gleaming
two-story lobby, lit by a
central glass skylight, is a
preview of the light, airy
feel and the spectacular
views you'll enjoy. Built to
the highest standards and
equipped with state of the
art technology, these modern
and spacious ships will make
river cruising a delight!
Add the friendliness and
unsurpassed personal service
of the English-speaking
staff on board, and you'll
immediately feel welcome and
at home.
The interiors are designed
by the well-known interior
architect, Hans Sabert.
There are four junior suites
on the Avalon Poetry
and two on the Avalon
Artistry (258 square
feet) and the vessels boast
some of the largest
staterooms (at 172 square
feet) of any river cruiser;
they are all outside
staterooms. Some have
picture windows, while 70%
have a floor to ceiling
sliding glass door from
which to enjoy the passing
scenery. The Avalon
Poetry accommodates 176
passengers in 84 staterooms
and four junior suites.
The dining room, lounge and
other recreation areas are
spacious and airy with both
the dining room and lounge
offering floor to ceiling
windows so passengers can
enjoy panoramic views.
Unique to these two vessels
is the glazed lobby that is
open through to the Sky Deck
with a central glass
cupola-a sparkling welcome
to passengers. Each vessel
has an exercise room
outfitted with fitness
equipment and a whirlpool
that can accommodate six
people. There is also a hair
salon on board.
Tapestry
New in
2006, the Avalon
Tapestry is a new type
of ship for river cruising,
offered exclusively by
Avalon Waterways on the
English-speaking market.
Contrary to other vessels on
the rivers today, the
navigational bridge is
located in the stern, behind
the passenger section,
thereby allowing for more
spacious and gracious
interior designs. The lounge
and restaurant, located in
the front of the vessel,
give unimpeded views on
three sides of the passing
river landscape. The Sky
Deck is a vast area for
sunning, taking your
pictures, or just relaxing!
The Avalon Tapestry
provides a complete break
from the pressures of every
day. The public rooms are
elegant, and the dining room
is extra spacious. The
cuisine and wines on board
will surpass your
expectations. Pampered by
our crew, our guests will
make new friends and enjoy
the casual camaraderie that
leisurely cruising creates.
You unpack only once, then
enjoy life by lazing on the
Sky Deck as timeless
landscapes pass before you.
Avalon Tapestry
features the Silent Drive
System (SDS) created to
enhance guest experiences.
SDS features ship engines
located at the stern,
separating it from the
passenger compartment,
allowing for a quieter
cruise experience than
traditional small ships.
Tranquilitry
The
Avalon Tranquility
introduces a new type of
ship to cruising. The
navigational bridge is
located in the stern, behind
the passenger section,
allowing for a more spacious
and gracious interior
design. The lounge and
restaurant, located in the
front of the vessel, give
unimpeded views of the
passing landscape. In
addition, the Sky Deck is
vast for sunning, taking
pictures, or simply just
relaxing.
Avalon Tranquility
features the Silent Drive
System (SDS) created to
enhance guest experiences.
SDS features ship engines
located at the stern,
separating it from the
passenger compartment,
allowing for a quieter
cruise experience than
traditional small ships.
Scenery
The
Avalon Scenery is
the newest addition to
the Avalon fleet, with a
design that reflects the
uniqueness of the area,
and which differentiates
her from the other
Avalon vessels. Carrying
a maximum of just 138
passengers, she is the
smallest of the Avalon
ships, yet the
staterooms are equally
spacious and well
appointed, with
floor-to-ceiling windows
on two decks. In
addition, there is an
elevator, and the fun
pool on the Sky Deck
allows for a refreshing
dip after a day of
sightseeing. The rear
lounge is perfect for
small groups.
Victoria
Anna
The newly
built Victoria Anna
is setting the standard for
Yangtze river cruising. A
three-story atrium lobby
welcomes guests to a decor
blending modern comfort and
elegant Asian design. A
large sun deck, two lounges,
three bars, a gym, library,
multiple gift shops, and two
elevators complement two
restaurants including a main
dining room and an ŕ la
carte restaurant. All of the
ship's generously sized
cabins include
floor-to-ceiling windows
with a glass door opening to
a private balcony. The
Victoria Anna
accommodates 226 passengers.
The newest and most
luxurious ship on the
Yangtze, the Victoria
Anna promises a journey
of unbelievable comfort and
grand style.
Royal Lotus
Pure
luxury and unrivalled Swiss
hospitality await you on the
Royal Lotus. This
new, modern river vessel
offers spacious
accommodations and a range
of public areas from where
you can absorb the
ever-changing panorama
between Luxor and Aswan. The
luxuriously furnished
cabins, each with an area of
approx. 22 square meters,
mirror the colors of the
landscape of Upper Egypt and
their panoramic windows
offer unhindered views of
the spectacular
ever-changing scenery. The
Royal Lotus
restaurant serves
mouth-watering meals, while
the elegantly decorated
Crescent Lounge and Bar are
the perfect place to relax
with a drink after a day of
sightseeing. A dip into the
refreshing plunge pool may
be just what you desire, and
the loungers are perfect for
sun worshippers. There is
also a fully equipped
fitness room, bridge tables
for card enthusiasts in the
Observation Bar, and a dance
floor in the Crescent Bar
and Lounge. The Royal
Lotus accommodates 124
passengers.
La Pinta
Seeing
the Galápagos Islands on
board the La Pinta
goes beyond the concept of
traditional cruising,
evolving into an expedition
approach in order to
authentically discover and
explore the natural wonders
of this region. The La
Pinta is built to
luxurious standards and
encourages an elegant yet
relaxed atmosphere.
New for 2008, the La
Pinta yacht features
snorkeling equipment,
wetsuits, and kayaks for
guests. While on board, work
out in the fitness center or
relax on the Sun Deck. The
La Pinta's expert crew and
knowledgeable multilingual
naturalist/guides delight
passengers with diverse
natural history
explanations, superb on-deck
talks, and fascinating
lectures on this amazing
archipelago.
The 24-stateroom La Pinta
each feature a Jacuzzi and
an observation platform for
dolphin and whale watching
on the top deck. Each ship's
dining room, lounge, and bar
are elegantly appointed, as
is the well-stocked
library/reading room. All
staterooms are outside and
feature air-conditioning,
private bathrooms,
hairdryers, and safety
deposit boxes. The La
Pinta accommodates 48
passengers
Santa Cruz
Seeing
the Galápagos Islands on
board the M/V Santa Cruz
goes beyond the concept of
traditional cruising,
evolving into an expedition
approach in order to
authentically discover and
explore the natural wonders
of this region. The M/V
Santa Cruz is built to
luxurious standards and
encourages an elegant yet
relaxed atmosphere.
The 46-stateroom M/V
Santa Cruz features a
Jacuzzi and an observation
platform for dolphin and
whale watching on the top
deck. Each ship's dining
room, lounge, and bar are
elegantly appointed, as is
the well-stocked
library/reading room. All
staterooms are outside and
feature air-conditioning,
private bathrooms,
hairdryers, and safety
deposit boxes. The M/V
Santa Cruz accommodates
88 passengers.
The M/V Santa Cruz
has gained worldwide
recognition for its
excellent standards,
including superb service,
expert crew, the most
knowledgeable multilingual
naturalist/guides, and menus
that feature the very best
international cuisine and
celebrated Ecuadorian
dishes.
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