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Avalon Passion

Avalon Waterways
69 upcoming departures  ·  69 itineraries

Avalon Passion is a 166-guest Avalon Waterways river cruise ship, in service since 2016. This page lists 69 upcoming departures across 69 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.

✓ Couples wanting large river-view accommodations ✓ Scenic cruising from panoramic indoor spaces ✓ Travelers preferring relaxed onboard dining
69 itineraries · from $3,179 ● Where is it now?
Class Rivership
Built / Refurb 2016 / 2024
Gross Tonnage 2,775
Guests 166
Crew 47
Length 135.0 m
Beam 12.0 m
Decks 4
Cabins 83
Max speed 12.0 kn
Flag Switzerland
Guests per crew 3.5
Space ratio 17

Avalon Passion 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

  • Couples wanting large river-view accommodations
  • Scenic cruising from panoramic indoor spaces
  • Travelers preferring relaxed onboard dining
  • Adults using fitness and outdoor viewing areas
  • Guests who enjoy small-ship social lounges

Think twice if you want

  • Families seeking dedicated kids facilities
  • Travelers wanting a full-service spa
  • Passengers requiring extensive wheelchair assistance
  • Guests seeking multiple pools or water attractions
  • Travelers who prefer formal evening dress

Live Position ● 31 minutes ago

Heading to: ILOK

Currently on: 8 Nights N/A Cruise (8 nights) — En route to Vidin — last stop Rousse, Bulgaria Veliko Tarnovo & Arbanassi Excursion

Oltenita, Romania (Embarkation) → Rousse, Bulgaria Veliko Tarnovo & Arbanassi Excursion → Vidin → Belgrade → Novi Sad → Ilok, Croatia → Budapest (Disembarkation)
Coming up
  1. Vidin
  2. Belgrade
  3. Novi Sad
0.0 knots

Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.

About Avalon Passion

Avalon Passion is a 135-meter Avalon Waterways Suite Ship operating on Europe’s major rivers. Its 83 accommodations include two full decks of 200-square-foot Panorama Suites with wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling windows that open toward the river. Passenger amenities include a Sky Deck with whirlpool, lounge areas, deck games and Sky Bistro, plus a fitness center, elevator, Panorama Lounge and multiple dining venues. The ship entered service in 2016 and received interior and public-area enhancements as part of Avalon’s fleet refurbishment program.

Ship at a Glance

Operator
Avalon Waterways
Builder / shipyard
Severnav Shipyard, Turnu Severin, Romania; completed by Jac. den Breejen, Netherlands
Registry / flag
Switzerland (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
Call sign
HE7540
IMO number
9763954
MMSI
269057540

Onboard Experience

Signature highlights

Panorama Suites with open-air balcony-style windows, a spacious Sky Deck, Panorama Lounge and Bar, fitness center, elevator, whirlpool, deck games and complimentary Wi-Fi.

For families

Avalon’s European river ships are oriented primarily toward adult travelers and do not advertise dedicated children’s facilities. Public areas include deck games and open viewing spaces.

Pools, spa & wellness

Fitness center, Sky Deck whirlpool, lounge chairs and shaded outdoor seating. The ship also provides space for relaxed scenic viewing and outdoor recreation.

Accessibility

An elevator serves the passenger decks. Avalon publishes ship-specific accessibility limitations for river-ship boarding and mobility equipment; travelers should confirm suitability before booking.

Environmental features

Avalon identifies its European Suite Ship fleet as part of its responsible-cruising program, citing energy, waste, recycling and water-conservation initiatives and Green Award recognition for the 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 Passion deck plans from Avalon Waterways →

Cabins & suites

Oceanview 19% Balcony 78% Suite 2%
CategoryTypeCabinsSizeSleepsDecks
Deluxe StateroomCategories D and E; fixed non-opening windows. Oceanview 16 172 sq ft 2 1
Panorama SuiteCategories A, B and P; category A is forward on Sapphire Deck, B is aft on Sapphire Deck, and P is on Royal Deck. Sliding panoramic windows create an open-air balcony effect without a separate exterior balcony. Balcony 65 200 sq ft 2 2, 3
Royal SuiteCategory S; sliding panoramic windows create an open-air balcony effect without a separate exterior balcony. 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 restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Panorama Bistro Included
Deck 3
Alternative venue for lighter meals and regional specialties.
Sky Grill Included
Deck 4
Open-air venue serving light grill fare and drinks.

Bars & lounges

Bar Varies
Deck 3
Bar service associated with the Panorama Lounge.
Club Lounge Included
Deck 3
Indoor lounge with self-service specialty coffee, tea and refreshments.
Sky Lounge Varies
Deck 4
Outdoor seating area associated with the Sky Bistro.

All 12 venues, including pools, spa and entertainment →

History & sister ships

  1. 2016Entered service, built by Severnav Shipyard, Turnu Severin, Romania; completed by Jac. den Breejen, Netherlands.
  2. 2024Avalon Waterways refurbished the ship's public-area interiors, flooring and furniture, redesigned the Sky Deck, expanded Observation Lounge seating, upgraded the fitness room, improved Wi-Fi equipment and added bicycles.

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Where Avalon Passion 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 0 1 4 0 0 0 0 14 5 0 0 0
Northern Europe 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0
From / night 0 $789 $514 0 0 0 $636 $447 $525 0 0 0

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

Ports it visits most

Budapest56× Vienna44× Belgrade33× Novi Sad33× Ruse33× Vidin33× Bucharest26× Nuremberg24× Regensburg23× Passau21× Bratislava River20× Ilok20×

Explore This Ship

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

All Avalon Waterways port guides European River Cruises cruises Northern Europe cruises

Itineraries & Sailings

10 Nights

10 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise

European River Cruises
From $5,320 · $532/night
Ports of Call
Budapest, Hungary (Embarkation), Vukovar, Novi Sad, Serbia, Belgrade +7 more
Next: May 20, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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10 Nights

10 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise

European River Cruises
From $4,839 · $484/night
Ports of Call
Budapest, Hungary, Budapest (Embarkation)-Danube Bend, Visegrad, Vienna, Austria +6 more
Next: May 17, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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10 Nights

10 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise

European River Cruises
From $5,470 · $547/night
Ports of Call
Budapest, Hungary (Embarkation), Vukovar, Novi Sad, Serbia, Belgrade +7 more
Next: Apr 4, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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10 Nights

10 Nights Europe Cruise

European River Cruises
From $5,750 · $575/night
Ports of Call
Bucharest, Romania, Bucharest, Rousse, Bulgaria Veliko Tarnovo & Arbanassi Excursion, Vidin +7 more
Next: May 26, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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10 Nights

10 Nights Europe Cruise

European River Cruises
From $4,475 · $448/night
Ports of Call
Bucharest, Romania, Bucharest, Rousse, Bulgaria Veliko Tarnovo & Arbanassi Excursion, Vidin +7 more
Next: Apr 10, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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11 Nights

11 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise

European River Cruises
From $5,922 · $538/night
Ports of Call
Prague, Czech Republic, Prague, Regensburg, Germany-Vilshofen (Embarkation), Passau-Schlogen Oxbow +8 more
Next: Nov 4, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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11 Nights

11 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise

European River Cruises
From $5,649 · $514/night
Ports of Call
Budapest, Hungary, Budapest (Embarkation), Vukovar, Novi Sad, Serbia +8 more
Next: May 19, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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11 Nights

11 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise

European River Cruises
From $5,649 · $514/night
Ports of Call
Budapest, Hungary, Budapest, Budapest (Embarkation), Vienna, Austria +7 more
Next: Nov 13, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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11 Nights

11 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise

European River Cruises
From $5,799 · $527/night
Ports of Call
Budapest, Hungary, Budapest (Embarkation), Vukovar, Novi Sad, Serbia +8 more
Next: Apr 3, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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All 69 itineraries and their departure dates

All Upcoming Departures

Departure Return Itinerary Nights Region Book
Nov 27, 2026Dec 2, 20265 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise5European River CruisesBook →
Dec 2, 2026Dec 10, 20268 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise8European River CruisesBook →
Dec 2, 2026Dec 8, 20266 Nights Europe Cruise6European River CruisesBook →
Dec 6, 2026Dec 14, 20268 Nights Europe Cruise8European River CruisesBook →
Dec 8, 2026Dec 14, 20266 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise6European River CruisesBook →
Apr 1, 2027Apr 8, 20277 Nights Northern Europe Cruise7Northern EuropeBook →
May 6, 2027May 30, 202724 Nights Europe Cruise24European River CruisesBook →
May 6, 2027May 28, 202722 Nights Europe Cruise22European River CruisesBook →
May 6, 2027May 20, 202714-Night European River Cruises: Amsterdam to Budapest via Cologne & Rhine-Gorgerudesheim14European River CruisesBook →
May 6, 2027May 27, 202721 Nights Europe Cruise21European River CruisesBook →
May 19, 2027May 30, 202711 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise11European River CruisesBook →
May 19, 2027May 28, 20279 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise9European River CruisesBook →
May 20, 2027May 30, 202710 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise10European River CruisesBook →
May 20, 2027May 28, 20278 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise8European River CruisesBook →
May 20, 2027May 27, 20277 Nights Europe Cruise7European River CruisesBook →
May 24, 2027Jun 5, 202712 Nights Europe Cruise12European River CruisesBook →
May 24, 2027Jun 4, 202711 Nights Europe Cruise11European River CruisesBook →
May 26, 2027Jun 5, 202710 Nights Europe Cruise10European River CruisesBook →
May 26, 2027Jun 4, 20279 Nights Europe Cruise9European River CruisesBook →
May 27, 2027Jun 4, 20278 Nights N/A Cruise8European River CruisesBook →
Jun 8, 2027Jun 26, 202718 Nights Europe Cruise18European River CruisesBook →
Jun 8, 2027Jun 28, 202720 Nights Europe Cruise20European River CruisesBook →
Jun 10, 2027Jun 28, 202718 Nights Europe Cruise18European River CruisesBook →
Jun 10, 2027Jun 26, 202716 Nights Europe Cruise16European River CruisesBook →

Showing the next 24 of 69 departures. Every itinerary and its dates are listed under All itineraries above.

Avalon Passion FAQ

What flag does Avalon Passion sail under?

Avalon Passion is registered in Switzerland.

How many passengers does Avalon Passion hold?

Avalon Passion carries about 166 guests with roughly 47 crew.

How old is Avalon Passion?

Avalon Passion entered service in 2016 and was last refurbished in 2024.

How big is Avalon Passion?

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

What is the dress code on Avalon Passion?

Dress is casual onboard. Dinner is generally relaxed, although some guests dress up for receptions or farewell dinners.

What dining is included on Avalon Passion?

Breakfast, lunch and dinner in the Dining Room are included, as is the alternative Panorama Bistro dining. Complimentary wine and beer are offered with lunch and dinner in Europe, with sparkling wine at breakfast.

Is Wi-Fi included on Avalon Passion?

Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout Avalon's European ships, although signal reliability can vary while sailing.

Is Avalon Passion accessible for passengers with mobility limitations?

Avalon makes reasonable efforts to accommodate disabled and mobility-impaired travelers, but individual assistance and fully accessible transportation are not guaranteed. Passengers should discuss requirements with Avalon before booking.

Are children allowed on Avalon Passion?

Children under eight are not accepted. The ship has no special children's facilities or activities.