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Avalon Tapestry II

The Avalon Tapestry II is a true haven on the river with two full decks of Panorama Suites with wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows that transform the living space into river cruising's only Open-Air Balcony. With 200 square feet, Panorama Suites are more than 30% larger than the industry standard, giving you the rare opportunity to wake each morning in your window-facing Comfort Collection bed to enchanting scenery. Onboard amenities and services include complimentary computer use in public areas and complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi access, a Fitness Center, an elevator, and a spacious Sky Deck with shade system, whirlpool, deck games, and the delightful Sky Bistro for al-fresco lunches of light grill fare. The Avalon Tapestry II weaves a wonderful river cruise experience from ship to shore.

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Accomodation Types

Award-Winning CABINS. HIGHEST-RATED COMFORT.

Cruise Critic named Avalon Best Cabins in River Cruising – and it’s easy to see why. Every stateroom is smartly designed, beautifully appointed, and built around what matters most: the view.

THE BEST VIEWS IN CRUISING. BY DESIGN.

Would you like your coffee with one castle or two? On an Avalon cruise, the scenery isn’t background – it’s the main event. From the moment you wake, Europe (and beyond) rolls right past your floor-to-ceiling windows: fairytale castles perched on hillsides, terraced vineyards tumbling to the water’s edge, cathedral spires piercing the sky, and swans gliding alongside your ship.

SEE THE WORLD. NOT THE WALL.

And Avalon’s Panorama SuitesSM were built to make sure you don’t miss a thing. Spanning two full decks of every Suite Ship®, these boutique-hotel-inspired rooms feature the industry’s only Open-Air Balconies® with wall-to-wall windows that open wide to bring the outside-in. Plus Comfort CollectionSM beds that face the ever-changing views instead of a never-changing wall.

• At 200 square feet, our rooms are an average of 30% larger than others – giving you more room to breathe, more light to live in, and more wonder at every turn!
• Open–Air Balconies® and Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Windows in all Panorama Suites℠
• Comfort Collection Beds℠ with choice of mattress firmness
• Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
• Full-size closet and mirror
• Additional under-bed storage
• Large bathroom featuring shower with glass door
• Premium L'Occitane® bath products & hairdryer
• Bathrobes & slippers
• Wide selection of free movie channels and English-speaking TV
• Individual climate control and in-room safe
• Well-stocked mini-bar

Royal Suite

Panorama Suite

Avalon Deluxe Stateroom

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Deck Plans

Award-Winning CABINS. HIGHEST-RATED COMFORT.

Cruise Critic named Avalon Best Cabins in River Cruising – and it’s easy to see why. Every stateroom is smartly designed, beautifully appointed, and built around what matters most: the view.

THE BEST VIEWS IN CRUISING. BY DESIGN.

Would you like your coffee with one castle or two? On an Avalon cruise, the scenery isn’t background – it’s the main event. From the moment you wake, Europe (and beyond) rolls right past your floor-to-ceiling windows: fairytale castles perched on hillsides, terraced vineyards tumbling to the water’s edge, cathedral spires piercing the sky, and swans gliding alongside your ship.

SEE THE WORLD. NOT THE WALL.

And Avalon’s Panorama SuitesSM were built to make sure you don’t miss a thing. Spanning two full decks of every Suite Ship®, these boutique-hotel-inspired rooms feature the industry’s only Open-Air Balconies® with wall-to-wall windows that open wide to bring the outside-in. Plus Comfort CollectionSM beds that face the ever-changing views instead of a never-changing wall.

• At 200 square feet, our rooms are an average of 30% larger than others – giving you more room to breathe, more light to live in, and more wonder at every turn!
• Open–Air Balconies® and Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Windows in all Panorama Suites℠
• Comfort Collection Beds℠ with choice of mattress firmness
• Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
• Full-size closet and mirror
• Additional under-bed storage
• Large bathroom featuring shower with glass door
• Premium L'Occitane® bath products & hairdryer
• Bathrobes & slippers
• Wide selection of free movie channels and English-speaking TV
• Individual climate control and in-room safe
• Well-stocked mini-bar

Sky Deck

Royal Deck

Sapphire Deck

Indigo Deck

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Dining

Farm-to-fork fare.
Fresh and local. While you take in the bountiful views, our innovative chefs bring the local bounties to your plate.

TIME TO INDULGE!

PULL UP A CHAIR OR PULL UP THE COVERS WITH YOUR CHOICE OF DINING EXPERIENCES—FROM DINNER IN THE DINING ROOM, TO DELICACIES ON THE SKY DECK, TO BREAKFAST IN BED!

Breakfast - Fresh brews and panoramic views are served with countless sunrise selections including towers of super foods and made-to-order specialties.

Lunch - Refuel for your adventures with regional treats and homemade sweets—from out-of-this-world specialty dishes to down-to-earth favourites you crave.

Dinner - Whether you opt for a sumptuous four-course dinner or a lighter tasting menu, hand-crafted excellence is always on the menu.

Turning the tables on cruise dining.

Avalon Fresh: The heart-healthy menu everyone loves.

With our exclusive Avalon Fresh menu, you can take an indulgent cruise without drifting from your healthy habits. From eye-opening juices at breakfast to artfully crafted salads at lunch to high-protein plates at dinner, Avalon Fresh options—including vegetarian and vegan specialties—are available at every meal so you can guiltlessly partake in creative cuisine without sacrificing great taste.

Dinner's Ready (Or Breakfast & Lunch) When You Are.

Avalon's Flex Dining® puts a whole new meaning to "Where should we eat?" with your choice of when and where you dine on board. Mix it up with a variety of menus and venues without the strict schedules that cut into your fun. Dine in style in your ship's spacious and elegant glass-walled Panorama Dining Room or mix it up with bite-sized delights in the cozy Panorama Bistro. Al fresco dining more your style? Grab a complimentary picnic lunch for a tasty takeaway on shore, pull up a chair for an al fresco lunch on the observation deck, or savour sizzling selections atop the Sky Deck with specialties served hot off the Sky Grill! Need an afternoon nosh? Be our guest for elegant tea service each afternoon in the Panorama Bistro to satisfy your sweet tooth!

The Foods You Love…Minus Ingredients that Don’t Love You Back

Our Avalon kitchens are designed to cater to your dietary sensitivities with ease. In fact, you’re invited to share any restrictions or preferences with us on day one so that we may make your dining experience worry free and wonderful! Dig in to a variety of delicious options at every meal to accommodate your unique dietary requirements, including gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, vegetarian, or other special dishes prepared upon request to accommodate any sensitivities or allergies to keep you feeling great!

Our menus are complete with allergen labels, indicating which dishes include the following ingredients: gluten, milk products, eggs, peanuts, fish, crustaceans, lupines, nuts, sulfur dioxide and sulfites, celery, mustard, sesame seed, soy, and mollusks.

Dining

• Chef-prepared onboard meals with regional cuisine and familiar favorites
• Seasonal cuisine featuring the freshest local ingredients
• Avalon Fresh® healthy cuisine options at every meal
• Spacious, open-seating Panorama Dining Room
• Daily breakfast buffet with full range of classic breakfast items, healthy Avalon Fresh® options and daily a la carte specials
• Complimentary room service for Continental breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Daily lunch buffet featuring regional specialties, classic dishes, healthy Avalon Fresh® options and rotating chef’s features including carving & pasta stations. Alternatively, you may dine al fresco at our Sky Grill on the Sky Deck (weather and itinerary permitting) or enjoy a light lunch in the Panorama Lounge.
• Afternoon Tea featuring tea, coffee, sweet treats and sandwiches
• Four-course dinners with choice of appetizers, soups, salads, entrées and desserts or cheese
• Linger over several selections from the Panorama Bistro's tasting menu for a less formal "sit-down" atmosphere
• Al Fresco dinner at the Sky Grill (on selected days, weather and itinerary permitting)
• Complimentary wine and beer with lunch and dinner
• Complimentary soft drinks throughout the day
• Avalon FlexDining® flexible dining times with menu & venue options
• Vegetarian options at every meal, as well as vegan, low calorie, low fat, high fiber, low cholesterol, high energy and allergy-free selections
• Panorama Lounge & Bar with premium spirits, cozy seating, panoramic windows & dance floor
• Welcome & farewell cocktails with sparkling wine & canapés
• Included Happy Hour every evening (after embarkation day) featuring house beer, wine, cocktails and a drink of the day
• Cocktails with a view on the Sky Deck
• Specialty coffees, espresso drinks and beWell Essence flavored and infused water available throughout each day

Dining Room

Panorama Bistro

Sky Grill

Room Service

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Entertainment

A SHIP BUILT AROUND YOU

A perfectly designed cruise starts with a perfectly designed ship. At Avalon, every space – from light-filled lounges to al fresco decks – was created with one goal: to bring the world closer, more comfortably. With an average of just 150 guests per ship, you’ll enjoy more room to breathe, more places to unwind, and more personal attention everywhere you go.

And with a fleetwide refresh for 2026, every Suite Ship® shines brighter than ever – modern interiors, updated amenities, and elevated style that matches the views outside.

Spaces Made For You

From the light-filled Panorama Lounge to the cozy Club Lounge to the nearly football-field-sized Sky Deck, every space was designed for comfort, connection, and views. Indoors or out, there’s always room to relax, recharge, and take it all in.

Sky Deck

Panorama Lounge

Club Lounge

Observation Lounge

Reception

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Enrichment

Curate Your Curiosities

When your Suite Ship® docks, the world comes into view in all new, all you ways. With Avalon Choice® Excursions, you don’t just step off the ship – you step into extraordinary experiences crafted to inspire. Whether you’re drawn to art, adventure, culture, cuisine – or all the things in-between – we’ve curated multiple excursions along the world’s waterways to match your passions and your pace.

With more included choices than any other river cruise line – Avalon gives you the freedom to match each moment to your passion and pace. Avalon’s exclusive Active & Discovery cruises take this concept to the next level with an average of 22 included excursions.

Dock in the heart of it all. Do what you love. Discover more with Avalon.

Active & Discovery Cruises

MOVE. TASTE. PADDLE. PAINT. DISCOVER.

With Avalon Choice® Excursions, every Avalon cruise invites you to sail, see, and savor. But Active & Discovery℠ cruises go further – adding a full spectrum of action verbs to your vocabulary of travel. Hike, bike, kayak, paint, cook, or sip your way through Europe’s most legendary rivers and their picture-perfect villages, towns, and cities. Does your river cruise do this?

NOT YOUR AVERAGE CRUISE

No one does cruising like this. With up to 28 excursions on a single itinerary – more than any other river cruise line – Active & Discovery cruises invite you to design every day your way. Whether you’re climbing through castles, whipping up Chantilly cream, pedaling through vineyards, or paddling picture-perfect canals, you’ll activate all your senses.

And it’s not just about activity. These itineraries were built for immersion. Imagine street art tours, foodie walks, early morning museum access, painting workshops, or underground wine tastings – each experience was crafted to move you.

Classic Excursions

For the Dreamer

For the icons, legends, and history that never go out of style.

Small Groups. Big Impressions.

No crowds. No cattle calls. Our excursions are capped for comfort and connection promising meaningful, memory-filled moments.

Avalon YourWay

More ways to cruise. More ways to explore.

Why let the adventure begin and end with the cruise? With Avalon YourWay, you can start sooner, stay longer, and explore deeper – with every detail seamlessly arranged for you. Add extra nights in Europe’s most iconic cities. Pair your cruise with a guided Globus tour. Or simply linger longer in the places that capture your heart. More time to discover. Less time planning.

Complimentary Bicycles

Cyclists rejoice! We give freewheeling a new meaning on select Avalon ships equipped with complimentary bicycles and e-bikes for scenic land cruising and in-town adventures. See your Avalon Adventure Host for maps, suggestions and personally tailored routes created with Komoot, the top-rated planning and navigation app for cycling and hiking.

Avalon Adventure Host

The Adventure Center in your ship’s lobby has everything you need to make every day count, including FitBit trackers, stretch bands, yoga mats, and more. For those who believe the world is a gym, your Adventure Host is ready to help you cruise down the road, up a mountain, or along the riverbank with complimentary bicycles, Nordic walking sticks, and kayaks.

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Health & Fitness

Fitness & Wellbeing

Deck Games Area

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Kids & Teens

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Useful Information

Accessibility

At Avalon Waterways, we strive to accommodate the needs of disabled and mobility-impaired travellers to the best of our abilities. However, we want to clarify that we may not always be able to fulfil every request due to certain limitations. While we make reasonable efforts to assist travellers, we cannot assume responsibility if we are unable to provide individual assistance in certain situations.

It's important to note that most of our transportation services are not equipped with wheelchair ramps. We encourage you to review our terms and conditions for further information regarding our services and their specific accommodations. To learn more about how we can assist you, please don't hesitate to contact us directly. We are here to address any questions or concerns you may have regarding your specific needs. 

Age Restriction

In our many years of cruising experience, we have found that children under the age of eight typically are too young to fully enjoy a cruise holiday. Because of this and for the safety and enjoyment of all passengers, we do not accept children under eight years of age. In addition, please note that there are no special arrangements or activities for children on our ships.   

Smoking Policy

All ships have non-smoking interiors. Smoking is permitted only in a designated outdoor area of each ship. 

Dress Code

Aboard Avalon Waterways, we prioritise a friendly atmosphere over formality, trading white gloves for warm welcomes and suits and gowns for comfortable suites and a sense of adventure. When it comes to cruise attire, our only code is comfort.

Onboard, dinner attire is casual, with guests typically opting for collared open-neck shirts, slacks, skirts, or dresses. While gentlemen are welcome to bring sports coats if they prefer a sporty look, they are not required. Some guests may choose to dress up for special occasions such as the Captain's Reception or Farewell Dinner. For your own comfort and that of your fellow cruisers, we kindly request that shorts not be worn in the Dining Room or Panorama Lounge during evenings. Additionally, bathing suits should be reserved for the Sky Deck when using the whirlpool or pool (varies by ship). 

Special Dietary Requirements

Guests should advise of any dietary or medical issues that may affect them during their holiday. In your MyAvalon, you can notify us in advance to ensure your special request will be accommodated. 

Internet Access

All Avalon ships in Europe and in Egypt have complimentary Wi-Fi available. Internet cafes can also be found in many towns in Western Europe, generally with reasonable charges. On the Mekong and Ganges, complimentary Wi-Fi access is available in the Panorama Lounge. The signal is not always reliable, as you will be cruising through remote areas. To access the ship's Wi-Fi Internet network, you will be given a PIN number at reception to use on your laptop, tablet, or mobile device. Wi-Fi is not available in the Amazon or Galápagos.

Medical Services

Due to the proximity to land, onshore medical services can be called rapidly. On Amazon and Galápagos ships, first-aid-trained staff are available.

Laundry

On board, you can take advantage of our convenient laundry service, available at a nominal charge. Please refer to the price list provided in your stateroom for details. Kindly note that dry cleaning facilities are not available on board for clothing items. To ensure your safety, we kindly request that passengers refrain from ironing their clothes in the staterooms as it poses a safety risk. However, you can utilise our onboard laundry service to have your clothes professionally pressed for a fee. Please be aware that laundry service is not available in the Galápagos region. 

Air Conditioning & Heating

All rooms on the ships are air conditioned and heated. All ships have individual controls in the staterooms.  

Sustainable Travel

Avalon is committed to minimizing its impact on the environment and to reducing its dependence on non-renewable resources. In this endeavor, we have implemented policies to support this mission and are working carefully to enhance our products with this mission and our values combined. We are committed to complying with all relevant legislation and/or regulations.

Avalon maintains a policy of "Leave Only Footprints and Take Only Photos." Our staff and major service providers strive to ensure that no removal of any natural or cultural artifacts or materials occurs to ensure each environment looks and functions the same before and after our visit. Our cruise directors educate passengers on our "do no harm" code of conduct to ensure passenger compliance.

Freedom Included. Rules not allowed.

Regional wine and beer with lunch and dinner. Complimentary continental breakfast served in your room. Onboard cultural presentations and local entertainment. Onshore excursions with expert Local Guides. A choice of Avalon FlexDining® menus and venues on board to dine when and where you like. Round-the-clock cappuccinos. Free Wi-Fi. Adventure Center with gear and guidance to explore your way. Avalon Adventure Host℠ to direct or accompany you on active pursuits. Also included? Freedom. The freedom to enjoy river cruising your way. You’re not like everyone else. Why should your river cruise be like everyone else's?

Language Onboard

The language on board is English. All staff, crew, and tour guides speak English. All announcements and commentary will be in English.  

Onboard Payments

What payment methods do you use?

We accept payment via Bpay, Electronic fund transfer (EFT), PayPal, Visa, MasterCard and American Express. Merchant fees apply to purchases made by credit card and PayPal.

What currency should I use on my holiday?

In Vietnam (Dong) and Thailand (Bhat), local currency is used primarily while in Cambodia U.S. dollars are widely accepted in addition to the local currency (Riel). ATMs are available in most large cities and will dispense the local currency. It is advised that you check with your bank to ensure your card will work; otherwise, we recommend you bring all the currency you’ll need from home.