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Avalon Waterways


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Avalon Waterways is a member of the Globus family of tour operators. The company offers river and small ship cruising to Europe, Egypt, China and the Galapagos on board sleek, elegant ships with state-of-the-art engineering that allows for a smoother, quieter sailing.

Avalon Waterways caters to the North American market with personalized services and an English-speaking staff. Passengers can relax in comfort and style in their spacious staterooms featuring satellite television, private bathroom facilities and hotel-style beds with Egyptian cotton sheets. Each ship highlights a wide array of resort-style amenities, including fine gourmet dining, a six-person whirlpool and quality entertainment from local musicians. Panoramic picture windows on every ship present the perfect opportunity to take in the magnificent landscapes.

While the ship is in port, experienced local guides point out popular tourist destinations as well as hidden hot spots. Guided sightseeing tours and special inside visits to historic destinations are included as part of your cruise. Passengers can also discover port towns on their own. Whether cruising the waterways of Europe, exploring the Yangtze River or marveling at the natural wonders of the Galapagos, Avalon Waterways offers a unique, quality vacation on water.

  • Avalon Waterways offers river and small ship cruises in Europe, Egypt, China and the Galapagos Islands.
  • Tours are classified according to the quality and amenities of accommodations and restaurants. Avalon Waterways specializes in first-class travel, as Avalon cruises typically range from $80 to $275 per person, per day, plus airfare.
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    Click any of the following Avalon Waterways cruises for a complete description including dates and prices.

      Vacation Name Days Company Quality* From*
    Avalon Waterways - Africa
    Egyptian Splendor 2011 9 Avalon 1st Class $2,247
    Egyptian Splendor 2010 10 Avalon 1st Class $2,161
    Grand Tour of Egypt 2011 11 Avalon 1st Class $2,756
    Grand Tour of Egypt 2010 12 Avalon 1st Class $2,558

    Avalon Waterways - Asia & Far East
    Magical China & The Yangtze River 2011 11 Avalon 1st Class $2,599
    Magical China & The Yangtze River 2010 13 Avalon 1st Class $2,879
    Magical China & The Yangtze River With Hong Kong Extension 2011 14 Avalon 1st Class $3,719
    Cultural China & Tibet With Yangtze River Cruise 2010 15 Avalon 1st Class $5,209
    Cultural China & Tibet with Yangtze River Cruise 2011 15 Avalon 1st Class $4,059
    Magical China & The Yangtze River With Hong Kong Extension 2010 16 Avalon 1st Class $3,799
    The Heart of China & The Yangtze River 2011 16 Avalon 1st Class $4,119
    The Heart Of China & The Yangtze River 2010 17 Avalon 1st Class $4,189
    Cultural China & Tibet with Yangtze & Hong Kong Pre Ext 2011 18 Avalon 1st Class $4,799
    Cultural China & Tibet With Yangtze River & Hong Kong Extension 2010 18 Avalon 1st Class $4,829
    Fascinating China & Mongolia With Yangtze River Cruise 2010 18 Avalon 1st Class $5,469
    The Heart of China & The Yangtze River with Bangkok Extension 2011 19 Avalon 1st Class $4,669
    Cultural China & Tibet with Yangtze River Cruise and Mongolia Extension 2011 20 Avalon 1st Class $6,249
    The Heart Of China & Yangtze River Cruise With Bangkok 2010 20 Avalon 1st Class $4,759
    Cultural China & Tibet with Yangtze River Cruise with Hong Kong & Mongolia 2011 23 Avalon 1st Class $7,019

    Avalon Waterways - Europe
    A Taste of the Danube 2011 (Vienna to Budapest) 4 Avalon 1st Class $949
    A Taste of the Danube 2010 (Vienna to Budapest) 5 Avalon 1st Class $999
    A Taste of the Danube 2011 (Budapest to Vienna) 5 Avalon 1st Class $1,229
    Christmastime in Alsace & Germany 2011 (Frankfurt to Basel) 5 Avalon 1st Class $1,049
    Christmastime in Alsace & Germany 2011 (Zurich to Frankfurt) 5 Avalon 1st Class $1,049
    A Taste of the Danube 2010 (Budapest to Vienna) 6 Avalon 1st Class $1,289
    A Taste of the Danube 2011 (Vienna to Budapest with Budapest Post-Extension) 6 Avalon 1st Class $1,329
    A Taste of the Danube 2011 (Vienna to Budapest with Vienna Pre-Extension) 6 Avalon 1st Class $1,309
    Christmas in the Heart of Germany 2011 (Frankfurt to Nuremberg, Cruise-only) 6 Avalon 1st Class $1,349
    A Taste Of The Danube 2010 (Vienna to Budapest with Budapest Post-Extension) 7 Avalon 1st Class $1,379
    A Taste Of The Danube 2010 (Vienna to Budapest with Vienna Pre-Extension) 7 Avalon 1st Class $1,359
    A Taste of the Danube 2011 (Budapest to Vienna with Budapest Pre-Extension) 7 Avalon 1st Class $1,659
    A Taste of the Danube 2011 (Budapest to Vienna with Vienna Post-Extension) 7 Avalon 1st Class $1,639
    Christmastime Nuremberg to Basel 2011 - Cruise Only 7 Avalon 1st Class $2,399
    Christmastime on the Danube 2011 - Cruise Only (Nuremberg to Vienna) 7 Avalon 1st Class $1,649
    Christmastime on the Danube 2011 - Cruise Only (Vienna to Prague) 7 Avalon 1st Class $1,749
    A Taste Of The Danube 2010 (Budapest to Vienna with Budapest Pre-Extension) 8 Avalon 1st Class $1,719
    A Taste Of The Danube 2010 (Budapest to Vienna with Vienna Post-Extension) 8 Avalon 1st Class $1,699
    A Taste of the Danube 2011 (Vienna to Budapest with Both Extensions) 8 Avalon 1st Class $1,739
    Black Sea Discovery 2011 - Cruise Only (Bucharest to Budapest) 8 Avalon 1st Class $2,439
    Burgundy & Provence 2011 - Cruise Only (Arles to Chalon-sur-Saone) 8 Avalon 1st Class $2,199
    Burgundy & Provence 2011 - Cruise Only (Chalon-sur-Saone to Arles) 8 Avalon 1st Class $2,449
    Central European Experience 2011 - Cruise Only (Nuremberg to Remich) 8 Avalon 1st Class $2,641
    Central European Experience 2011 - Cruise Only (Remich to Nuremberg) 8 Avalon 1st Class $2,641
    Christmas in the Heart of Germany 2011 (Frankfurt to Prague) 8 Avalon 1st Class $1,669
    Christmas in the Heart of Germany 2011 (Prague to Frankfurt) 8 Avalon 1st Class $1,669
    Christmas in the Heart of Germany 2011 - Cruise Only (Prague to Frankfurt) 8 Avalon 1st Class $1,669
    Paris to Normandy's Landing Beaches 2011 8 Avalon 1st Class $2,249
    Romantic Rhine 2011 (Amsterdam to Basel) 8 Avalon 1st Class $1,749
    Romantic Rhine 2011 (Zurich to Amsterdam) 8 Avalon 1st Class $1,649
    The Blue Danube Discovery 2011 - Cruise Only (Budapest to Nuremberg) 8 Avalon 1st Class $1,899
    The Legendary Danube 2011 (Nuremberg to Budapest Cruise Only) 8 Avalon 1st Class $2,199
    A Taste Of The Danube 2010 (Vienna to Budapest with Both Extensions) 9 Avalon 1st Class $1,789
    A Taste of the Danube 2011 (Budapest to Vienna with Both Extensions) 9 Avalon 1st Class $2,069
    Christmas In The Heart Of Germany 2010 (Frankfurt to Prague) 9 Avalon 1st Class $1,759
    Christmas In The Heart Of Germany 2010 (Prague to Frankfurt) 9 Avalon 1st Class $1,759
    Christmastime on the Danube 2011 (Prague to Vienna) 9 Avalon 1st Class $1,969
    Christmastime on the Danube 2011 (Vienna to Prague) 9 Avalon 1st Class $2,069
    Paris to Normandy's Landing Beaches 2010 9 Avalon 1st Class $2,249
    Romantic Rhine 2010 (Amsterdam to Basel) 9 Avalon 1st Class $2,139
    Romantic Rhine 2010 (Zurich to Amsterdam) 9 Avalon 1st Class $2,239
    Tulip Time Cruise 2011 9 Avalon 1st Class $1,979
    A Taste Of The Danube 2010 (Budapest to Vienna with Both Extensions) 10 Avalon 1st Class $2,129
    Blue Danube To The Black Sea - Cruise Only (Istanbul to Vienna) 2011 10 Avalon 1st Class $2,949
    Christmastime On The Danube 2010 (Prague to Vienna) 10 Avalon 1st Class $1,869
    Christmastime On The Danube 2010 (Vienna to Prague) 10 Avalon 1st Class $1,869
    Black Sea Discovery 2011 (Bucharest to Budapest) 11 Avalon 1st Class $3,099
    Black Sea Discovery 2011 (Budapest to Bucharest) 11 Avalon 1st Class $3,149
    Burgundy & Provence 2011 (Côte d’Azur to Paris) 11 Avalon 1st Class $2,989
    Burgundy & Provence 2011 (Paris to Côte d’Azur) 11 Avalon 1st Class $3,239
    The Legendary Danube 2011 11 Avalon 1st Class $2,809
    The Upper Rhine To The City Of Music - Cruise Only 2011 11 Avalon 1st Class $3,399
    Windmills, Vineyards & Paris 2011 - Cruise Only (Remich to Amsterdam) 11 Avalon 1st Class $3,299
    Black Sea Discovery 2010 (Bucharest to Budapest) 12 Avalon 1st Class $2,949
    Burgundy & Provence 2010 (Côte d'Azur to Paris) 12 Avalon 1st Class $3,069
    Burgundy & Provence 2010 (Paris to Côte d'Azur) 12 Avalon 1st Class $2,969
    Central European Experience 2011 (Paris to Prague) 12 Avalon 1st Class $3,519
    Central European Experience 2011 (Prague to Paris) 12 Avalon 1st Class $3,519
    Christmastime in Germany & Austria 2011 (Frankfurt to Vienna) 12 Avalon 1st Class $2,949
    Christmastime in Germany & Austria 2011 (Vienna to Frankfurt) 12 Avalon 1st Class $3,049
    Christmastime Prague to Basel 2011 12 Avalon 1st Class $2,789
    Christmastime Zürich to Prague 2011 12 Avalon 1st Class $2,789
    The Legendary Danube 2010 12 Avalon 1st Class $2,549
    Windmills, Vineyards & Paris - Cruise Only (Amsterdam to Paris) 2011 12 Avalon 1st Class $3,549
    Windmills, Vineyards & Paris 2011 - Cruise Only (Amsterdam to Remich) 12 Avalon 1st Class $3,549
    Black Sea Discovery 2011 (Bucharest to Budapest with Bucharest Extension) 13 Avalon 1st Class $3,839
    Black Sea Discovery 2011 (Budapest to Bucharest with Bucharest Extension) 13 Avalon 1st Class $3,889
    Blue Danube to the Black Sea 2011 (Bucharest to Vienna) 13 Avalon 1st Class $3,589
    Blue Danube to the Black Sea 2011 (Vienna to Bucharest) 13 Avalon 1st Class $3,309
    Burgundy & Provence 2011 (Paris to Côte d’Azur with Provence Extension) 13 Avalon 1st Class $4,140
    Central European Experience 2010 (Paris to Prague) 13 Avalon 1st Class $3,319
    Central European Experience 2010 (Prague to Paris) 13 Avalon 1st Class $3,319
    Christmastime In Germany & Austria 2010 (Frankfurt to Vienna) 13 Avalon 1st Class $2,719
    Christmastime In Germany & Austria 2010 (Vienna to Frankfurt) 13 Avalon 1st Class $2,719
    European Splendor 2011 (Amsterdam to Vienna) 13 Avalon 1st Class $3,069
    European Splendor 2011 (Vienna to Amsterdam) 13 Avalon 1st Class $3,599
    The Blue Danube Discovery 2011 13 Avalon 1st Class $2,989
    The Upper Rhine to the City of Music 2011 13 Avalon 1st Class $3,809
    Windmills, Vineyards & Paris 2011 (Paris to Amsterdam) 13 Avalon 1st Class $3,889
    Black Sea Discovery 2010 (Bucharest to Budapest with Bucharest Pre-Extension) 14 Avalon 1st Class $3,527
    Black Sea Discovery 2010 (Budapest to Bucharest with Bucharest Extension) 14 Avalon 1st Class $3,627
    Blue Danube to the Black Sea 2010 (Bucharest to Vienna) 14 Avalon 1st Class $3,439
    Blue Danube to the Black Sea 2010 (Vienna to Bucharest) 14 Avalon 1st Class $3,639
    Burgundy & Provence 2010 (Paris to Côte d'Azur with Provence Extension) 14 Avalon 1st Class $3,578
    European Splendor 2010 (Amsterdam to Vienna) 14 Avalon 1st Class $3,799
    European Splendor 2010 (Vienna to Amsterdam) 14 Avalon 1st Class $3,499
    The Blue Danube Discovery 2010 (Budapest to Prague) 14 Avalon 1st Class $3,179
    The Rhine & Moselle 2011 14 Avalon 1st Class $3,929
    The Upper Rhine to the City of Music 2010 (Zurich to Vienna) 14 Avalon 1st Class $3,509
    Windmills, Vineyards & Paris 2010 (Paris to Amsterdam) 14 Avalon 1st Class $3,689
    Windmills, Vineyards & Paris 2011 (Amsterdam to Paris) 14 Avalon 1st Class $4,139
    Grand Black Sea Cruise - Cruise Only (Bucharest to Prague) 2011 15 Avalon 1st Class $4,629
    Grand France 2011 (Arles to Paris Cruise Only) 15 Avalon 1st Class $4,799
    Grand France 2011 (Paris to Arles Cruise Only) 15 Avalon 1st Class $4,749
    Jewels Of Central Europe 2011 - Cruise Only 15 Avalon 1st Class $4,879
    Magnificent Europe 2011 (Amsterdam to Budapest) 15 Avalon 1st Class $3,649
    Magnificent Europe 2011 (Budapest to Amsterdam) 15 Avalon 1st Class $3,499
    The Rhine & Moselle 2010 (Amsterdam to Basel) 15 Avalon 1st Class $3,629
    Windmills, Vineyards & Paris 2010 (Amsterdam to Paris) 15 Avalon 1st Class $3,939
    Blue Danube to the Black Sea 2011 (Bucharest to Vienna with Istanbul Extension) 16 Avalon 1st Class $6,438
    Blue Danube to the Black Sea 2011 (Vienna to Bucharest with Istanbul Extension) 16 Avalon 1st Class $6,158
    Grand Christmastime Cruise 2011 (Vienna to Basel) 16 Avalon 1st Class $4,048
    Grand Christmastime Cruise 2011 (Zürich to Vienna) 16 Avalon 1st Class $3,948
    Grand France 2011 (Côte d’Azur to Paris) 16 Avalon 1st Class $5,299
    Grand France 2011 (Paris to Côte d’Azur) 16 Avalon 1st Class $5,099
    Magnificent Europe 2010 (Amsterdam to Budapest) 16 Avalon 1st Class $3,989
    Magnificent Europe 2010 (Budapest to Amsterdam) 16 Avalon 1st Class $4,199
    Blue Danube To The Black Sea with Istanbul Extension 2010 (Bucharest to Vienna) 17 Avalon 1st Class $5,958
    Blue Danube To The Black Sea with Istanbul Extension 2010 (Vienna to Bucharest) 17 Avalon 1st Class $6,158
    Grand France 2010 (Côte d'Azur to Paris) 17 Avalon 1st Class $4,779
    Grand France 2010 (Paris to Côte d'Azur) 17 Avalon 1st Class $4,379
    Jewels of Central Europe 2011 (Paris to Budapest) 17 Avalon 1st Class $5,419
    Grand France 2011 (Paris to Côte d’Azur with Provence Extension) 18 Avalon 1st Class $6,000
    Jewels Of Central Europe 2010 (Paris to Budapest) 18 Avalon 1st Class $4,819
    Grand Black Sea Cruise 2011 (Bucharest to Prague) 19 Avalon 1st Class $5,519
    Grand Black Sea Cruise 2011 (Prague to Bucharest) 19 Avalon 1st Class $5,719
    Grand France 2010 (Paris to Côte d'Azur with Provence Extension) 19 Avalon 1st Class $4,988
    Jewels of Central Europe 2011 (Budapest to Paris) 19 Avalon 1st Class $5,899
    Grand Black Sea Cruise 2010 (Bucharest to Prague) 20 Avalon 1st Class $5,319
    Grand Black Sea Cruise 2011 (Bucharest to Prague with Bucharest Extension) 21 Avalon 1st Class $6,259
    Grand Black Sea Cruise 2011 (Prague to Bucharest with Bucharest Extension) 21 Avalon 1st Class $6,459
    Black Sea - North Sea Cruise 2011 - Cruise Only (Bucharest to Amsterdam) 22 Avalon 1st Class $7,199
    Grand Black Sea Cruise with Bucharest Extension 2010 (Bucharest to Prague) 22 Avalon 1st Class $5,897
    Grand Black Sea Cruise with Bucharest Extension 2010 (Prague to Bucharest) 22 Avalon 1st Class $6,147
    Black Sea - North Sea Cruise 2011 23 Avalon 1st Class $6,629
    North Sea - Black Sea Cruise 2011 23 Avalon 1st Class $5,819
    North Sea-Black Sea Cruise 2010 (Amsterdam to Bucharest) 24 Avalon 1st Class $6,779
    North Sea-Black Sea Cruise 2010 (Bucharest to Amsterdam) 24 Avalon 1st Class $6,279
    Black Sea - North Sea Cruise 2011 (Bucharest to Amsterdam with Istanbul Extension) 26 Avalon 1st Class $9,478
    North Sea - Black Sea Cruise 2011 (Amsterdam to Bucharest with Istanbul Extension) 26 Avalon 1st Class $8,668
    North Sea-Black Sea Cruise with Istanbul Extension 2010 (Amsterdam to Bucharest) 27 Avalon 1st Class $9,298
    North Sea-Black Sea Cruise with Istanbul Extension 2010 (Bucharest to Amsterdam) 27 Avalon 1st Class $8,798

    Avalon Waterways - South America
    Ecuador & The Galapagos 2010 9 Avalon 1st Class $3,329
    Ecuador & the Galápagos 2011-2012 9 Avalon 1st Class $3,299
    Discover the Galapagos & Peru 2011-2012 13 Avalon 1st Class $4,549
    Ecuador & The Galapagos with Amazon Extension 2010-2011 13 Avalon 1st Class $4,409
    Ecuador & the Galapagos with Amazon Extension 2011-2012 13 Avalon 1st Class $4,319
    Discover the Galapagos & Peru 2010 14 Avalon 1st Class $5,119
    Discover the Galapagos & Peru with Amazon Extension 2011-2012 17 Avalon 1st Class $5,549
    Discover the Galapagos & Peru with Amazon Extension 2010 18 Avalon 1st Class $6,149

    * Price per person based on double occupancy, not including air, on select dates.
    ** Land-only option not available. Click vacation name for air-inclusive prices.
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    * Key to Quality Ratings

    Tours are classified according to the quality of amenities and accommodations.

    Budget = Tours typically range from $45 to $130 per person, per day, plus airfare.
    First Class = Tours typically range from $80 to $275 per person, per day, plus airfare.
    Deluxe = Tours typically range from $100 to $400 per person, per day, plus airfare.
    Luxury = Tours typically range from $400 to $600 per person, per day, plus airfare.

    The prices shown are U.S. dollars per person, based on double occupancy, and subject to availability. Prices quoted for land arrangements are subject to increase without notice. Once we have received your deposit, land prices are guaranteed. Whenever air-inclusive tour prices are displayed, these prices do not include government taxes and fees, which are additional. Air prices are subject to increase and are guaranteed only from the time that full payment is received. Air-inclusive prices include air from a major U.S. gateway; air from other U.S. airports is available at an additional cost. Sorry, we are unable to offer air from countries other than the U.S. However, for those international customers who are able to arrange their own transportation to the tour origination city, we are able to offer the land portion of the package or tour, at the price quoted.

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