Signature highlights
Two decks of Panorama Suites with floor-to-ceiling windows; window-facing beds; Sky Deck with whirlpool, lounge seating, games area, and Sky Bistro; covered observation lounge; elevator; complimentary Wi-Fi.
Avalon Expression
Live Position ● 3 weeks ago
Heading to: HUBUDCurrently on: 7 Nights Europe Cruise (7 nights) — En route to Linz, Austria — last stop Vilshofen, Germany (Embarkation)
Vilshofen, Germany (Embarkation)
→ Linz, Austria
→ Ybbs Excursion To Melk-Wachau Valley
→ Vienna
→ Bratislava, Slovakia
→ Budapest, Hungary
→ Budapest (Disembarkation)
10.5 knots
Under Way Using Engine
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About Avalon Expression
Avalon Expression is a 2013-built European river ship operated by Avalon Waterways. The 135-meter vessel carries up to 166 guests with 84 cabins and 47 crew. Its signature accommodation is the Panorama Suite, featuring wall-to-wall windows and a window-facing bed. Onboard facilities include a Sky Deck with whirlpool, Panorama Bistro, fitness center, observation lounge, elevator, and multiple indoor social spaces.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Avalon Waterways
- Builder / shipyard
- Den Breejen Shipyard, Hardinxveld-Giessendam, Netherlands
- Registry / flag
- Germany
- MMSI
- 211605060
Onboard Experience
Dining
Main dining room, Panorama Bistro, and Sky Bistro provide full-meal and lighter outdoor dining options. Avalon also highlights specialty coffees, teas, and a 24-hour Club Lounge beverage station.
Entertainment
Observation and Panorama lounges, a covered lounge, Club Lounge, Sky Deck games area, and scenic river viewing are the principal onboard leisure spaces.
Staterooms & suites
The ship offers 67 suites and 16 deluxe staterooms, including 200-square-foot Panorama Suites and 300-square-foot Royal Suites. Panorama Suites use wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling windows and window-facing beds.
For families
Avalon’s European river ships are primarily designed for adult travelers and do not advertise dedicated children’s clubs or family entertainment facilities.
Pools, spa & wellness
Fitness center onboard, plus a Sky Deck whirlpool and outdoor lounge areas.
Accessibility
An elevator serves the ship’s passenger decks. Avalon describes the interior as non-smoking; detailed accessibility limitations should be confirmed directly with the operator before booking.
Environmental features
Avalon reports fleet-wide waste and recycling programs, water-saving measures, energy and emissions controls, and Green Award recognition for its European fleet.
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Itineraries & Sailings
Ports of Call
Prague, Czech Republic, Prague, Regensburg, Germany-Vilshofen (Embarkation), Passau-Schlogen Oxbow +8 more
Next: Apr 5, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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Next: May 10, 2027
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Amsterdam, The Netherlands (Embarkation), Amsterdam, Cologne, Germany, Rhine-Gorgerudesheim +11 more
Next: May 24, 2027
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Next: Aug 20, 2026
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Next: Sep 10, 2026
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Basel, Switzerland (Embarkation), Breisach, Germany Excursion To Black Forest, Strasbourg, France, Speyer, Germany Heidelberg Excursion +1 more
Next: Nov 25, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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Next: May 5, 2027
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Next: Jun 7, 2027
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Next: Sep 29, 2026
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Next: Sep 24, 2026
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Next: Nov 29, 2027
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Next: Dec 14, 2026
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Next: Dec 4, 2027
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Next: Jun 6, 2027
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Next: Dec 10, 2027
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Next: Sep 23, 2026
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Next: Sep 27, 2026
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Next: May 3, 2027
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Next: Oct 7, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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Vilshofen, Germany (Embarkation), Passau-Schlogen Oxbow, Linz, Austria, Ybbs Excursion To Melk-Wachau Valley +4 more
Next: Jun 12, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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Next: Apr 28, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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Vilshofen, Germany (Embarkation), Passau-Schlogen Oxbow, Linz, Austria, Ybbs Excursion To Melk-Wachau Valley +4 more
Next: Jul 30, 2026
1 upcoming departure
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Next: Oct 4, 2026
1 upcoming departure
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Next: Sep 3, 2026
1 upcoming departure
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Next: Oct 30, 2026
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Next: Oct 6, 2027
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Next: Oct 3, 2026
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Next: Dec 2, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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Next: Dec 12, 2026
1 upcoming departure
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Basel, Switzerland (Embarkation), Breisach, Germany Excursion To Black Forest, Strasbourg, France, Rudesheim, Germany-Rhine Gorge +5 more
Next: Nov 6, 2026
1 upcoming departure
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Prague, Czech Republic, Prague, Regensburg, Germany-Vilshofen (Embarkation), Passau-Schlogen Oxbow +6 more
Next: Jun 10, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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Next: Apr 7, 2027
1 upcoming departure