Avalon Waterways, part of the renowned Globus family of brands with over 80 years of travel experience, offers a premier river and small-ship cruising experience. Known for its modern fleet, Avalon features some of the newest, quietest, and most spacious ships on the water. Each vessel is equipped with state-of-the-art, resort-style amenities and delivers exceptional service, ensuring guests cruise in comfort and style through destinations like Europe, Egypt, China, and the Galápagos Islands.
Avalon's ships are thoughtfully designed to maximize the travel experience. All staterooms are positioned on the outside of the ship and offer panoramic views, with many featuring open-air balconies and luxurious, contemporary interiors. This design allows guests to soak in stunning scenery from the privacy of their own rooms, enhancing the journey with comfort and elegance.
As part of the Globus family of brands,
Avalon Waterways is backed by 80-plus years of travel expertise offering river cruising & small-ship cruising. Offering the newest, quietest, and most spacious river cruise and small-ship cruise ships, state-of-the-art resort-style amenities, and incomparable service, Avalon lets you cruise Europe, Egypt, China, and the Galápagos Islands in a world-class way. These river cruise & small-ship cruise ships allow see the world's most beautiful landscapes-even from the privacy of your luxuriously appointed stateroom featuring modern amenities. That's because on an Avalon river cruise ship all staterooms enjoy an outside location and are designed to enhance your river cruise experience.
Fellow Passengers –The typical Avalon guest is a seasoned traveler, often older and more affluent, seeking a refined and immersive cruise experience. While the cruises attract a global clientele, most passengers come from English-speaking countries. European itineraries are particularly popular among North American and Australian travelers, while cruises in South America and China also see a strong presence of guests from the United Kingdom.