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Avalon Visionary

Avalon Waterways
57 upcoming departures  ·  57 itineraries

Avalon Visionary is a 128-guest Avalon Waterways river cruise ship, in service since 2012. This page lists 57 upcoming departures across 57 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 river views from bed ✓ Travelers who prefer intimate ships ✓ Guests who enjoy casual indoor and outdoor dining
57 itineraries · from $3,047 ● Where is it now?
Class Rivership
Built 2012
Guests 128
Crew 37
Length 110.0 m
Beam 12.0 m
Decks 4
Cabins 64
Flag Germany
Guests per crew 3.5

Avalon Visionary at a glance

Best for

  • Couples wanting river views from bed
  • Travelers who prefer intimate ships
  • Guests who enjoy casual indoor and outdoor dining
  • Active travelers using the fitness room and deck games
  • Adults seeking a relaxed European river-cruise setting

Think twice if you want

  • Families seeking dedicated children's facilities
  • Travelers wanting a spa, casino or theatre
  • Guests requiring an accessible stateroom
  • Passengers preferring large resort-style ships
  • Travelers wanting a full range of specialty restaurants

Live Position ● 60 minutes ago

Heading to: Budapest

Currently on: 7 Nights Europe Cruise (7 nights) — Currently at Budapest

Budapest, Hungary (Embarkation) → Budapest → Bratislava, Slovakia → Vienna → Durnstein-Wachau Valley → Linz → Vilshofen (Disembarkation)
Coming up
  1. Bratislava River
  2. Vienna
  3. Dürnstein
0.0 knots

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

About Avalon Visionary

Avalon Visionary is a 128-passenger European river ship designed around spacious suite accommodations and panoramic river views. Its 64 cabins include 50 Panorama Suites, two Royal Suites, and 12 Deluxe Staterooms; the Panorama Suites feature wall-to-wall windows that open the living space to the outdoors. Four passenger decks include a Sky Deck with loungers, a whirlpool, Sky Grill, and 360-degree views. The ship operates on European waterways including the Rhine, Main, and Danube.

Ship at a Glance

Operator
Avalon Waterways
Builder / shipyard
Den Breejen Shipyard, Netherlands
Registry / flag
Germany (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
Call sign
DK6613
MMSI
211573780

Onboard Experience

Signature highlights

A four-deck Suite Ship with wall-to-wall panoramic windows, an open-air balcony concept in Panorama Suites, a Sky Deck, whirlpool, Sky Grill, Panorama Lounge, and onboard Adventure Center.

For families

The ship offers an intimate, adult-oriented river-cruise environment with onboard games, bikes, Nordic walking sticks, and active excursions; no dedicated children's facilities were identified.

Pools, spa & wellness

Fitness center, Sky Deck whirlpool, premium loungers, and access to bicycles and Nordic walking equipment through the Adventure Center.

Accessibility

Elevator service is listed onboard, connecting the principal passenger decks. Specific accessible-cabin features were not verified.

Environmental features

Avalon identifies its European fleet as participating in responsible-cruising initiatives, including energy, waste, recycling, and water-conservation programs; the fleet has Green Award status.

Deck plans

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

Deck 3

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

Full deck-by-deck guide →

View the official Avalon Visionary deck plans from Avalon Waterways →

Cabins & suites

Suite 81% Oceanview 19%
CategoryTypeCabinsSizeSleepsDecks
Royal SuiteCategory S. Suite 2 300 sq ft 2 3
Panorama SuiteCategories A, B and P; panoramic sliding glass doors create an open-air balcony effect without separate exterior floor space. Suite 50 200 sq ft 2 2, 3
Deluxe StateroomCategories D and E; fixed windows. Oceanview 12 172 sq ft 2 1

Compare all 3 cabin categories →

Dining, bars & venues

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

Dining

Sky Grill Included
Deck 4
A casual outdoor dining option serving light meals on the Sky Deck.
Panorama Bistro Included
Deck 3
An alternative light-dining venue on the Royal Deck.
Panorama Dining Room Included
Deck 2
The main dining room serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Bars & lounges

Sky Lounge Varies
Deck 4
An upper-deck lounge for drinks and panoramic river views.
Observation Lounge & Bar Varies
Deck 3
A forward lounge and bar with broad views from the Royal Deck.
Bar Varies
Deck 3
The bar serving drinks in the central lounge area.

All 12 venues, including pools, spa and entertainment →

History & sister ships

  1. 2012Entered service, built by Den Breejen Shipyard, Netherlands.
  2. 2017The ship was refurbished according to published ship statistics.
  3. 2026Avalon Waterways scheduled the ship for its Better By Design refurbishment program, covering public-area décor, the Sky Deck, Observation Lounge, fitness room and onboard connectivity.

Other Rivership ships

Avalon Envision Avalon Waterways Avalon Panorama Avalon Waterways · 2011 Avalon Vista Avalon Waterways · 2012 Avalon Artistry II Avalon Waterways · 2013 Avalon Expression 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 Visionary 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 6 4 0 0 0 2 0 4 2 0 0
From / night $561 $436 $467 0 0 0 $536 0 $617 $557 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

Vienna40× Budapest30× Nuremberg26× Regensburg26× Passau22× Wachau Valley19× Bratislava River18× Linz15× Prague15× Amsterdam13× Bernkastel-Kues11× Breisach am Rhein11×

Explore This Ship

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

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Itineraries & Sailings

10 Nights

10 Nights N/A Cruise

European River Cruises
From $5,786 · $579/night
Ports of Call
Nuremberg, Germany (Embarkation), Bamberg, Wurzburg, Wertheim +6 more
Next: Sep 4, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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10 Nights

10 Nights Western Europe Cruise

European River Cruises
From $5,536 · $554/night
Ports of Call
Munich, Germany, Munich, Munich-Nuremberg (Embarkation), Bamberg +7 more
Next: Sep 2, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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10 Nights

10 Nights Western Europe Cruise

European River Cruises
From $5,459 · $546/night
Ports of Call
Basel, Switzerland (Embarkation), Breisach, Germany Excursion To Black Forest, Strasbourg, France, Ludwigshafen, Germany Excursion To Heidelberg +7 more
Next: Sep 12, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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11 Nights

11 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise

European River Cruises
From $6,122 · $557/night
Ports of Call
Prague, Czech Republic, Prague, Regensburg, Germany-Vilshofen (Embarkation), Passau-Schlogen Oxbow +8 more
Next: Jul 1, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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11 Nights

11 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise

European River Cruises
From $4,799 · $436/night
Ports of Call
Budapest, Hungary, Budapest, Budapest (Embarkation), Vienna, Austria +7 more
Next: Nov 25, 2026
1 upcoming departure
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11 Nights

11 Nights N/A Cruise

European River Cruises
From $6,372 · $579/night
Ports of Call
Amsterdam, The Netherlands (Embarkation), Amsterdam, Nijmegen, Cologne, Germany +7 more
Next: Oct 6, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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11 Nights

11 Nights Western Europe Cruise

European River Cruises
From $6,069 · $552/night
Ports of Call
Amsterdam, The Netherlands, Amsterdam, Amsterdam (Embarkation), Nijmegen +7 more
Next: Sep 20, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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11 Nights

11 Nights Western Europe Cruise

European River Cruises
From $6,069 · $552/night
Ports of Call
Paris, France, Paris, Paris-Remich, Luxembourg (Embarkation), Remich-Trier +7 more
Next: Sep 27, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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12 Nights

12 Nights N/A Cruise

European River Cruises
From $6,735 · $561/night
Ports of Call
Munich, Germany, Munich, Munich-Nuremberg (Embarkation), Bamberg +8 more
Next: Sep 2, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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All 57 itineraries and their departure dates

All Upcoming Departures

Departure Return Itinerary Nights Region Book
Oct 23, 2026Oct 30, 20267 Nights Europe Cruise7European River CruisesBook →
Nov 13, 2026Nov 22, 20269 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise9European River CruisesBook →
Nov 18, 2026Nov 27, 20269 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise9European River CruisesBook →
Nov 25, 2026Dec 4, 20269 Nights Europe Cruise9European River CruisesBook →
Nov 25, 2026Dec 6, 202611 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise11European River CruisesBook →
Nov 27, 2026Dec 4, 20267 Nights Europe Cruise7European River CruisesBook →
Nov 27, 2026Dec 6, 20269 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise9European River CruisesBook →
Dec 2, 2026Dec 10, 20268 Nights Europe Cruise8European River CruisesBook →
Dec 4, 2026Dec 10, 20266 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise6European River CruisesBook →
Dec 10, 2026Dec 18, 20268 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise8European River CruisesBook →
Dec 10, 2026Dec 16, 20266 Nights Europe Cruise6European River CruisesBook →
Apr 8, 2027Apr 17, 20279 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise9European River CruisesBook →
Apr 10, 2027Apr 17, 20277 Nights Europe Cruise7European River CruisesBook →
Jun 10, 2027Jun 19, 20279 Nights Europe Cruise9European River CruisesBook →
Jun 12, 2027Jun 19, 20277 Nights Europe Cruise7European River CruisesBook →
Jun 17, 2027Jun 26, 20279 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise9European River CruisesBook →
Jun 19, 2027Jun 26, 20277 Nights Europe Cruise7European River CruisesBook →
Jul 1, 2027Jul 12, 202711 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise11European River CruisesBook →
Jul 3, 2027Jul 12, 20279 Nights Europe Cruise9European River CruisesBook →
Nov 25, 2027Dec 3, 20278 Nights Europe Cruise8European River CruisesBook →
Nov 27, 2027Dec 3, 20276 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise6European River CruisesBook →
Dec 3, 2027Dec 8, 20275 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise5European River CruisesBook →
Dec 8, 2027Dec 13, 20275 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise5European River CruisesBook →
Apr 3, 2028Apr 12, 20289 Nights Eastern Europe Cruise9European River CruisesBook →

Showing the next 24 of 57 departures. Every itinerary and its dates are listed under All itineraries above.

Avalon Visionary FAQ

What flag does Avalon Visionary sail under?

Avalon Visionary is registered in Germany.

How many passengers does Avalon Visionary hold?

Avalon Visionary carries about 128 guests with roughly 37 crew.

How old is Avalon Visionary?

Avalon Visionary entered service in 2012.

What is the dress code on Avalon Visionary?

Dress is generally casual. Dinner is typically smart casual, and jackets or formalwear are optional rather than required.

What dining is included on Avalon Visionary?

The main dining room, Panorama Bistro and Sky Bistro are included in the standard cruise fare. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are provided, with regional dishes and familiar alternatives.

Is Wi-Fi included?

Complimentary Wi-Fi is available on Avalon ships in Europe, including Avalon Visionary. Signal quality can vary while cruising.

Is Avalon Visionary accessible for wheelchair users?

Avalon makes reasonable efforts to accommodate mobility-impaired travelers, but individual assistance is limited and the ship does not have adapted staterooms. Travelers should confirm their requirements before booking.

Are children allowed on Avalon Visionary?

Children under eight are not accepted on Avalon cruises. The ship has no dedicated children's facilities or organized children's activities.