Signature highlights
Two full decks of Panorama Suites feature Avalon’s Open-Air Balcony concept, with panoramic windows that open from the living area. The Sky Deck includes loungers, a whirlpool, and an open-air dining area.
Avalon Artistry II
Avalon Artistry II is a 128-guest Avalon Waterways river cruise ship, in service since 2013. This page lists 8 upcoming departures across 8 itineraries in European River Cruises, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.
Live Position ● 10 hours ago
Heading to: FRBODCurrently on: 7 Nights Europe Cruise (7 nights) — En route to Bordeaux — last stop Libourne Excursion To Saint-Emilion
Bordeaux, France (Embarkation)
→ Cussac Fort Medoc
→ Blaye-Bourg
→ Libourne Excursion To Saint-Emilion
→ Bordeaux
→ Bordeaux Excursion To Arcachons Bay
→ Bordeaux (Disembarkation)
10.3 knots
Not Defined
Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About Avalon Artistry II
Avalon Artistry II is a 2013-built European river ship designed around spacious accommodation and scenery-focused cruising. Its 64 cabins include two full decks of Panorama Suites with wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling windows that open the living area to the river air. The ship carries 128 passengers with 37 crew members and provides four passenger decks, including a Sky Deck, Panorama Bistro, fitness center, lounge spaces, whirlpool, and dining room.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Avalon Waterways
- Builder / shipyard
- Scheepswerf Den Breejen Shipyard, Hardinxveld-Giessendam, Netherlands
- Registry / flag
- Germany
- Call sign
- DJ5910
- MMSI
- 211593740
Onboard Experience
Dining
Main dining is complemented by the Panorama Bistro and an open-air Sky Bistro. Avalon describes regional, vegetarian, and healthy cuisine among its onboard dining offerings.
Entertainment
Onboard public areas include a club lounge, Panorama Lounge, bar, and Sky Lounge. Avalon also lists local evening entertainment and enrichment activities as part of its river-cruise experience.
Staterooms & suites
The ship has 2 Royal Suites, 50 Panorama Suites, and 12 Deluxe Staterooms, for 64 cabins in total. Royal Suites are approximately 300 square feet and Panorama Suites approximately 200 square feet.
For families
Avalon does not position this vessel as a family-focused ship and does not provide dedicated children’s facilities. Children under eight are generally not permitted on Avalon vacations.
Pools, spa & wellness
Facilities include a fitness center and a Sky Deck whirlpool.
Accessibility
The ship has an elevator serving its decks, but detailed accessibility specifications were not located in the reviewed sources.
Environmental features
Avalon reports fleet-wide waste and recycling programs, water-saving measures, and technologies intended to reduce energy use, consumption, and emissions.
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Itineraries & Sailings
Ports of Call
Next: Mar 28, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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Next: Mar 26, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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Arrive In Madrid, Spain, Madrid, Madrid-Cordoba-Seville, Seville +12 more
Next: Apr 8, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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Next: May 15, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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Next: Apr 4, 2027
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: Mar 26, 2028
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: Mar 28, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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Next: Oct 18, 2026
1 upcoming departure
All Upcoming Departures
| Departure | Return | Itinerary | Nights | Region | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 18, 2026 | Oct 27, 2026 | 9 Nights Western Europe Cruise | 9 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Mar 28, 2027 | Apr 4, 2027 | 7 Nights Western Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Mar 28, 2027 | Apr 7, 2027 | 10 Nights Western Europe Cruise | 10 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Apr 4, 2027 | Apr 20, 2027 | 16 Nights Western Europe Cruise | 16 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| May 15, 2027 | May 30, 2027 | 15 Nights Europe Cruise | 15 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Mar 26, 2028 | Apr 2, 2028 | 7 Nights Western Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Mar 26, 2028 | Apr 5, 2028 | 10 Nights Western Europe Cruise | 10 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Apr 8, 2028 | Apr 23, 2028 | 15 Nights Europe Cruise | 15 | European River Cruises | Book → |