Avalon Panorama is a 166-guest Avalon Waterways river cruise ship, in service since 2011. This page lists 38 upcoming departures across 38 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.
Currently on: 9 Nights Western Europe Cruise (9 nights) — En route to Amsterdam, Holland — last stop Cologne
Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
Avalon Panorama is a 135-meter European river ship designed around Avalon’s signature Panorama Suites, with wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling windows and beds facing the river views. The in-service vessel carries up to 166 guests with a 47-person crew and offers four passenger-accessible decks, including a Sky Deck, observation lounge, fitness area and complimentary Wi-Fi.
The ship’s defining feature is its two full decks of Panorama Suites with Open-Air Balconies created by opening the panoramic windows. Public areas include a covered observation lounge, Club Lounge, Sky Deck with whirlpool and shade awnings, library and fitness center.
Avalon Waterways does not position Avalon Panorama as a family-focused ship; facilities are primarily designed for adults and general river-cruise guests. No dedicated children’s club or major children’s activity program is identified on the official ship page.
Wellness facilities include a fitness center and a Sky Deck whirlpool, along with outdoor lounges and shaded relaxation areas.
The ship includes an elevator and accessible public areas, but cabin and mobility suitability can vary by deck and itinerary; guests should confirm specific accessibility requirements with Avalon before booking.
No ship-specific sustainability statistics were located in the reviewed operator materials.
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View the official Avalon Panorama deck plans from Avalon Waterways →
| Category | Type | Cabins | Size | Sleeps | Decks |
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| Deluxe StateroomCategories D and E; fixed windows rather than opening panoramic windows. | Other | 16 | 172 sq ft | 2 | 1 |
| Panorama SuiteCategories A and B on Sapphire Deck and category P on Royal Deck; the Open-Air Balcony is created by opening the panoramic window wall. | Balcony | 65 | 200 sq ft | 2 | 2, 3 |
| Royal SuiteCategory S. | Suite | 2 | 300 sq ft | 2 | 3 |
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| European River Cruises | 2 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Northern Europe | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| From / night | $804 | 0 | $508 | 0 | 0 | 0 | $582 | $450 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Avalon Panorama is registered in Switzerland.
Avalon Panorama carries about 166 guests with roughly 47 crew.
Avalon Panorama entered service in 2011.
Dress is generally casual, including at dinner. Some shore excursions and religious sites may require covered shoulders, covered knees or other modest clothing.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included. The ship offers a main Dining Room, Panorama Bistro and Sky Grill, with wine and beer included with lunch and dinner in Europe.
Gratuities for wait staff at included meals are covered. Gratuities for the Cruise Director, ship’s crew, local guides and drivers are discretionary and generally not included.
Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout Avalon’s European fleet, including Avalon Panorama, although the signal can vary while cruising through remote areas.
The ship has an elevator and some accessible staterooms, but Avalon warns that gangways, side-by-side docking and many shore excursions may require stairs, ramps or walking on uneven surfaces.
Children under eight are not accepted. The ship does not provide dedicated children’s activities or special arrangements for young travelers.
