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Avalon Expression

Avalon Waterways
80 upcoming departures  ·  80 itineraries

Avalon Expression is a 166-guest Avalon Waterways river cruise ship, in service since 2013. This page lists 80 upcoming departures across 80 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.

✓ Travelers wanting unusually large river-ship accommodations ✓ Scenery-focused passengers who value panoramic windows ✓ Couples preferring relaxed dining and lounge spaces
80 itineraries · from $2,868 ● Where is it now?
Class Rivership
Built 2013
Gross Tonnage 2,775
Guests 166
Crew 47
Length 135.0 m
Beam 11.5 m
Decks 4
Cabins 84
Max speed 12.0 kn
Flag Germany
Guests per crew 3.5
Space ratio 17

Avalon Expression at a glance

Ship size

Bigger than 25%

A small expedition-size ship at 2,775 gross tons — #416 of 566 ships we track. 17 tons of ship per guest.

Best for

  • Travelers wanting unusually large river-ship accommodations
  • Scenery-focused passengers who value panoramic windows
  • Couples preferring relaxed dining and lounge spaces
  • Guests who enjoy outdoor deck seating and a whirlpool
  • Adults seeking a child-free-style atmosphere without kids facilities

Think twice if you want

  • Families seeking dedicated children’s activities
  • Travelers wanting a full-service spa
  • Passengers needing extensive accessibility assistance
  • Guests looking for theaters or large-scale entertainment
  • Travelers preferring private full-size balconies

Live Position ● 35 minutes ago

Heading to: Budapest

Currently on: 14 Nights Europe Cruise (14 nights) — En route to Amsterdam (Disembarkation) — last stop Amsterdam, Holland

Budapest, Hungary (Embarkation) → Budapest → Bratislava, Slovakia → Vienna, Austria → Durnstein-Wachau Valley → Passau, Germany → Regensburg → Roth Excursion To Nuremberg → Bamberg → Wurzburg → Miltenberg → Rudesheim-Rhine Gorge → Cologne → Amsterdam, Holland → Amsterdam (Disembarkation)
Coming up
  1. Amsterdam arrives Arrive end of cruise
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Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.

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 (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
MMSI
211605060

Onboard Experience

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.

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.

Deck plans

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Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it

Deck 3

Observation Lounge Panorama Bistro Panorama Lounge Bar Club Lounge Adventure Center Reception Lobby Panorama Suite Royal Suite

Full deck-by-deck guide →

View the official Avalon Expression deck plans from Avalon Waterways →

Cabins & suites

Oceanview 19% Balcony 78% Suite 2%
CategoryTypeCabinsSizeSleepsDecks
Deluxe StateroomCategories D and E; rectangular non-opening porthole windows. Oceanview 16 172 sq ft 2 1
Panorama SuiteCategories A, B and P; opening panoramic windows function as an Open-Air Balcony. Balcony 65 200 sq ft 2 2, 3
Royal SuiteCategory S. Suite 2 300 sq ft 2 3

Compare all 3 cabin categories →

Dining, bars & venues

9 included 0 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.

Dining

Dining Room Included
Deck 2
Main dining venue serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Panorama Bistro Included
Deck 3
Alternative dining venue serving lighter fare and regional selections.
Sky Grill Included
Deck 4
Open-air venue serving light meals on the Sky Deck.

Bars & lounges

Bar Varies
Deck 3
Ship bar serving drinks in the main lounge area.
Club Lounge Included
Deck 3
Indoor lounge with a self-service station for specialty coffees, tea, hot chocolate and snacks.
Sky Lounge Varies
Deck 4
Outdoor seating area on the Sky Deck.

All 12 venues, including pools, spa and entertainment →

History & sister ships

Other Rivership ships

Avalon Envision Avalon Waterways Avalon Panorama Avalon Waterways · 2011 Avalon Visionary Avalon Waterways · 2012 Avalon Vista Avalon Waterways · 2012 Avalon Artistry II Avalon Waterways · 2013 Avalon Illumination Avalon Waterways · 2014 Avalon Impression Avalon Waterways · 2014 Avalon Poetry II Avalon Waterways · 2014 Avalon Siem Reap Avalon Waterways · 2015 Avalon Tapestry II Avalon Waterways · 2015 Avalon Tranquility II Avalon Waterways · 2015 Avalon Imagery II Avalon Waterways · 2016

Where Avalon Expression sails, month by month

Oct
26		 Nov
26		 Dec
26		 Jan
27		 Feb
27		 Mar
27		 Apr
27		 May
27		 Jun
27		 Jul
27		 Aug
27		 Sep
27
European River Cruises 1 2 4 0 0 0 4 6 11 1 0 0
From / night $619 $504 $455 0 0 0 $529 $447 $538 $447 0 0

Departures per month over the next 12 months, from the cruise line's published schedule. Lowest advertised fare per night is in July 2028 (prices change; check when booking).

Ports it visits most

Vienna61× Budapest59× Bratislava River31× Vilshofen an der Donau30× Regensburg29× Linz28× Nuremberg28× Passau24× Belgrade23× Novi Sad23× Prague23× Ruse23×

Explore This Ship

Jump from Avalon Expression sailings into the broader destination network with cruise line and region hub pages.

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Itineraries & Sailings

10 Nights

10 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise

European River Cruises
From $6,389 · $639/night
Ports of Call
Budapest, Hungary, Budapest (Embarkation)-Danube Bend, Visegrad, Vienna, Austria +6 more
Next: Oct 6, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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10 Nights

10 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise

European River Cruises
From $5,614 · $561/night
Ports of Call
Budapest, Hungary, Budapest (Embarkation)-Danube Bend, Visegrad, Vienna, Austria +6 more
Next: Sep 25, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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10 Nights

10 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise

European River Cruises
From $4,820 · $482/night
Ports of Call
Budapest, Hungary (Embarkation), Vukovar, Novi Sad, Serbia, Belgrade +7 more
Next: May 4, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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10 Nights

10 Nights Europe Cruise

European River Cruises
From $5,042 · $504/night
Ports of Call
Basel, Switzerland (Embarkation), Breisach, Germany Excursion To Black Forest, Strasbourg, France, Rudesheim, Germany-Rhine Gorge +6 more
Next: Nov 6, 2026
1 upcoming departure
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10 Nights

10 Nights Europe Cruise

European River Cruises
From $4,575 · $458/night
Ports of Call
Bucharest, Romania, Bucharest, Rousse, Bulgaria Veliko Tarnovo & Arbanassi Excursion, Vidin +7 more
Next: May 10, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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11 Nights

11 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise

European River Cruises
From $5,822 · $529/night
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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11 Nights

11 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise

European River Cruises
From $5,824 · $529/night
Ports of Call
Budapest, Hungary, Budapest, Budapest (Embarkation), Vienna, Austria +7 more
Next: Sep 10, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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11 Nights

11 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise

European River Cruises
From $5,149 · $468/night
Ports of Call
Budapest, Hungary, Budapest (Embarkation), Vukovar, Novi Sad, Serbia +8 more
Next: May 3, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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11 Nights

11 Nights Europe Cruise

European River Cruises
From $11,044 · $1,004/night
Ports of Call
Frankfurt, Germany (Embarkation), Main River Village, Wurzburg, Bamberg +7 more
Next: Nov 29, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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All 80 itineraries and their departure dates

All Upcoming Departures

Departure Return Itinerary Nights Region Book
Oct 30, 2026Nov 6, 20267 Nights Western Europe Cruise7European River CruisesBook →
Nov 6, 2026Nov 16, 202610 Nights Europe Cruise10European River CruisesBook →
Nov 6, 2026Nov 14, 20268 Nights Western Europe Cruise8European River CruisesBook →
Dec 12, 2026Dec 20, 20268 Nights Europe Cruise8European River CruisesBook →
Dec 12, 2026Dec 20, 20268 Nights Europe Cruise8European River CruisesBook →
Dec 14, 2026Dec 20, 20266 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise6European River CruisesBook →
Dec 14, 2026Dec 20, 20266 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise6European River CruisesBook →
Apr 5, 2027Apr 16, 202711 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise11European River CruisesBook →
Apr 7, 2027Apr 16, 20279 Nights Europe Cruise9European River CruisesBook →
Apr 28, 2027May 7, 20279 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise9European River CruisesBook →
Apr 28, 2027May 5, 20277 Nights Europe Cruise7European River CruisesBook →
May 3, 2027May 10, 20277 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise7European River CruisesBook →
May 3, 2027May 11, 20278 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise8European River CruisesBook →
May 5, 2027May 11, 20276 Nights Europe Cruise6European River CruisesBook →
May 5, 2027May 10, 20275 Nights Europe Cruise5European River CruisesBook →
May 10, 2027May 24, 202714 Nights Europe Cruise14European River CruisesBook →
May 24, 2027Jun 7, 202714 Nights Europe Cruise14European River CruisesBook →
Jun 6, 2027Jun 12, 20276 Nights Europe Cruise6European River CruisesBook →
Jun 6, 2027Jun 14, 20278 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise8European River CruisesBook →
Jun 7, 2027Jun 12, 20275 Nights Europe Cruise5European River CruisesBook →
Jun 7, 2027Jun 14, 20277 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise7European River CruisesBook →
Jun 10, 2027Jun 27, 202717 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise17European River CruisesBook →
Jun 10, 2027Jun 29, 202719 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise19European River CruisesBook →
Jun 10, 2027Jun 19, 20279 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise9European River CruisesBook →

Showing the next 24 of 80 departures. Every itinerary and its dates are listed under All itineraries above.

Avalon Expression FAQ

What flag does Avalon Expression sail under?

Avalon Expression is registered in Germany.

How many passengers does Avalon Expression hold?

Avalon Expression carries about 166 guests with roughly 47 crew.

How old is Avalon Expression?

Avalon Expression entered service in 2013.

How big is Avalon Expression?

At 2,775 gross tons and 135 m long, Avalon Expression is a small expedition-size ship — larger than 25% of the 566 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.

What is the dress code on Avalon Expression?

Dress is generally casual. Dinner is also casual, although guests often wear collared shirts and slacks or comparable attire for special evenings.

What dining is included on Avalon Expression?

Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included in the main Dining Room, and the ship also offers included lighter dining options such as the Panorama Bistro and Sky Grill. Complimentary wine and beer are served with lunch and dinner in Europe, with sparkling wine at breakfast.

Is Wi-Fi included on Avalon Expression?

Yes. Avalon states that Wi-Fi is complimentary on its European ships, although signal reliability can vary while cruising.

Is Avalon Expression accessible for passengers with mobility limitations?

Avalon makes reasonable efforts to accommodate disabled and mobility-impaired travelers, but individual assistance and wheelchair-accessible transportation cannot be guaranteed. Passengers should discuss specific requirements with Avalon before booking.

Are children allowed on Avalon Expression?

Children under eight are not accepted. The ship does not provide special arrangements or activities for children.