River Cruise Holidays & Packages with Avalon Waterways

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Rooms with a View

The window of opportunity to see and experience the world just got a whole lot wider. Our beds actually face the view with the widest-opening, wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows in river cruising. Think of it as a room with a view!

Relaxed Luxury

Delight in the difference and comfort. Leaving the rules behind, but not the luxury. From free time to optional excursions, enjoy your cruise at your pace, your way.

Taste the World

Great food feeds your soul, fuels your passion, and shapes your memories. Taste decadent local delicacies, fresh regional wine and produce. On an Avalon cruise, dining is part of the journey.

Unpack Once

We've mastered the art of blending luxury with comfort. Unpack once and its smooth sailing as we share our welcoming spirit throughout the ship.

Earn Qantas Points on your next Avalon cruise!

Qantas Frequent Flyer members can now earn 2 Qantas Points for every $1 spent on Avalon Waterways river cruises. Explore our wide range of cruises and book today!

SEE AND DO WITH AVALON

Choose from 3 different types of excursions to enjoy each destination you visit with Avalon - from the classic sights to immersing yourself in the local culture.

Popular Cruises 2022

ACTIVE & DISCOVERY ON THE DANUBE WITH BUDAPEST

DEGGENDORF BUDAPEST

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Tour: WLBE

ACTIVE & DISCOVERY ON THE DANUBE WITH BUDAPEST

Whether you’re an art lover, a foodie, a history buff, or an energetic adventurer, your Active & Discovery cruise on the Danube River offers just-right included activities and excursions to suit your...

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DANUBE DREAMS

DEGGENDORF BUDAPEST

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Tour: WDB

DANUBE DREAMS

Cruise along the peaceful Danube River through Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary—stopping at some of Central Europe’s most splendid capitals and charming towns along the way. Visit Passau,...

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BURGUNDY & PROVENCE

ARLES CHALON

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Tour: WLJ

BURGUNDY & PROVENCE

Take a wondrous journey through beautiful views of France along the Rhône and Saône Rivers with guided sightseeing in the well-known French treasures and some hidden gems too! Embark your ship in...

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MAGNIFICENT RIVERS OF EUROPE

BUDAPEST AMSTERDAM

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Tour: WBA

MAGNIFICENT RIVERS OF EUROPE

From Budapest to Amsterdam, and in many exciting stops along the way, you’ll be immersed in the culture of Central Europe in a unique way on this timeless European river cruise holiday. You’ll begin...

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TULIP TIME CRUISE

AMSTERDAM AMSTERDAM

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Tour: WAA

TULIP TIME CRUISE

This springtime river cruise gets underway in Holland’s colourful capital of Amsterdam. This 700-year-old city offers an abundance of classic architecture, cafés, and restaurants to explore before you...

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MEKONG DISCOVERY

HO CHI MINH CITY (SAIGON) PHNOM PENH

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Tour: WHS

MEKONG DISCOVERY

On this unique and inspiring Southeast Asia river cruise through Vietnam and Cambodia, you’ll be immersed in the cultures and ancient traditions as you sightsee and spend time with locals in the most...

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Feature Cruise

Popular Cruise

A TASTE OF THE DANUBE

Tour: WVB VIENNA -> BUDAPEST

Get a taste of the treasures of the Danube River on this 4-day European river cruise. Sail through the natural beauty of Austria’s Wachau Valley, with stops in quaint towns and iconic cities. Board...

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