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Explore unforgettable voyages with Avalon Waterways.
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Get to know Avalon Waterways — the experience on board, and why travellers keep coming back.
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 ShipsAboard 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 ExperiencesLess 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.
Why Choose Us
The standout reasons travellers choose Avalon Waterways for their cruise holiday.
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?
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With the Globus family of brands, you not only go beyond the ordinary, you can also see more of the world more often! With our Welcome Back Credit, the more you travel, the more credit you earn toward future vacations. You can easily redeem your Welcome Back Credit towards a future Avalon Waterways river cruise, or use your credit to experience a Globus or Cosmos tour.
When you’re ready, we’re here to deliver you the world beyond– stress-free and hassle-free. After all, we believe you deserve that credit!
WELCOME BACK CREDIT PROGRAMHow You Earn: While you’re enjoying your trip, you’re earning valuable Welcome Back Credits to use on a future vacation.
What You Earn: The credit amount is based on the overall value of your vacation, from a £100 - £225, or €120 – €250 credit per person.
How You Redeem: Upon returning home, visit GlobusFamily.com/WelcomeBack to activate your Welcome Back Credit. Only after activated are they ready for use toward a new trip.
Once activated, you’re on the doorstep of your next dream destination! Simply shop and book your next Globus family of brands trip with your travel agent or your Globus family of brands Vacation Planner within two years of the credit issue date, and your Welcome Back Credit value is applied to your new vacation. The best part is your credits combine with most promotions and deals.
So why wait? The credit you earned is waiting for you—and so are we!
The Fine Print: The Welcome Back Credit is awarded upon completion of Globus family of brands holidays. Credit amount can only be applied to the land/cruise or cruise only portion of a new Globus family of brands holiday (excluding Custom Tours and Avalon Charters). Credit amount is per person and must be redeemed for a future holiday with a deposit within 2 years from date of credit issue. Bookings can be made by calling the Globus family of brands, online, or by contacting your preferred travel advisor. Passenger must activate redemption credit prior to redemption. Combinable with all applicable consumer promotions except those with any Globus family of brands special discount programs. Credit must be applied before final payment on a future booking. Credit is not redeemable for cash, non-refundable deposit, airfare, transfers, travel insurance, prepaid gratuities, pre/post nights, or optional excursions and is non-transferrable. All federal, state, and local laws and regulations apply. Valid for all participating Globus family of brands offices. Additional restrictions may apply.
The lowest-priced Avalon Waterways sailings right now — cabins, dates and ships handpicked for value.
21 ships ready to take you around the world — each with its own character, dining and entertainment.
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Plan your Avalon Waterways cruise with the latest brochures and official resources.
Answers to the questions travellers ask most when booking a Avalon Waterways cruise.
Booking a Avalon Waterways cruise with Vibes Group UK is easy. Use the cruise search on this page to compare Avalon Waterways sailings by destination, departure date and duration, then follow the simple steps to secure your cabin. Our cruise experts are also on hand to help you find the right voyage.
Avalon Waterways sails a fleet of 21 ships, each offering its own mix of dining, entertainment and accommodation. Explore the fleet section on this page to discover every Avalon Waterways ship available to book.
Yes. Use the departure port option in the cruise search to choose a UK port such as Southampton and browse no-fly Avalon Waterways sailings where available, or combine your cruise with flights for worldwide departures.
Many Avalon Waterways sailings cater to families with a mix of cabin types, dining choices, entertainment and onboard activities. Check the individual cruise details or speak to our team to find the best Avalon Waterways itinerary for your family.
Yes, Vibes Group UK offers flexible payment options on eligible Avalon Waterways bookings, including low deposit options and instalment plans through selected payment providers.
The handpicked Avalon Waterways deals on this page are updated regularly with the best-value sailings. You can also browse all cruise offers on our cruises page or sign up for updates so you never miss a Avalon Waterways deal.
