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Detailed Ship Information: The Avalon Expression's two full decks of suites feature Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Windows that transform the living space into a unique Open-Air Balcony. Enjoy fresh breezes and enchanting scenery from the comfort... Read More

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4 Night - Christmastime in Alsace & Germany (Northbound)
Starting in Basel, Switzerland (Embarkation), Breisach, Germany Excursion to Black Forest, Strasbourg, France, Speyer, Germany / Heidelberg Excursion, Frankfurt (Disembarkation)

2027 Sails: Nov 25

5 Night - Danube Symphony (Westbound)
Starting in Budapest, Hungary (Embarkation), Bratislava, Slovakia, Vienna, Austria, Krems / Wachau Valley, Linz, Vilshofen, Germany (Disembarkation)

2026 Sails: Jun 13, Sep 24

5 Night - Danube Symphony (Eastbound)
Starting in Vilshofen, Germany (Embarkation), Linz, Austria, Ybbs / Wachau Valley, Vienna, Bratislava, Slovakia, Budapest, Hungary (Disembarkation)

2026 Sails: Sep 29, Oct 11

5 Night - Danube Symphony (Westbound)
Starting in Budapest, Hungary (Embarkation), Bratislava, Slovakia, Vienna, Austria, Krems / Wachau Valley, Linz, Vilshofen, Germany (Disembarkation)

2027 Sails: Apr 16, Jun 7, Jul 31

5 Night - Danube Symphony (Eastbound)
Starting in Vilshofen, Germany (Embarkation), Linz, Austria, Ybbs / Wachau Valley, Vienna, Bratislava, Slovakia, Budapest, Hungary (Disembarkation)

2027 Sails: May 5, Oct 14

5 Night - Christmastime in the Heart of Germany
Starting in Frankfurt, Germany (Embarkation), Main River Village, Wurzburg, Bamberg, Nuremberg, Nuremberg (Disembarkation)

2027 Sails: Nov 29

6 Night - Christmastime On the Danube (Eastbound)
Starting in Nuremberg, Germany (Embarkation), Nuremberg, Regensburg, Passau, Melk, Austria, Vienna, Vienna (Disembarkation)

2026 Sails: Dec 14

6 Night - Christmastime On the Danube (Eastbound)
Starting in Nuremberg, Germany (Embarkation), Nuremberg, Regensburg, Passau, Melk, Austria, Vienna, Vienna (Disembarkation)

2027 Sails: Dec 4

6 Night - Christmastime On the Danube (Westbound)
Starting in Vienna, Austria (Embarkation), Vienna, Melk / Grein, Passau, Regensburg, Nuremberg, Nuremberg (Disembarkation)

2027 Sails: Dec 10

7 Night - Tulip Time Cruise
Starting in Amsterdam, Holland (Embarkation), Rotterdam, Antwerp, Belgium, Ghent, Middelburg, Holland, Willemstad AN, Amsterdam, Amsterdam (Disembarkation)

2026 Sails: Apr 2, Apr 9, Apr 16, Apr 23, Apr 30

7 Night - Active & Discovery in Holland & Belgium
Starting in Amsterdam, Holland (Embarkation), Middelburg, Ghent, Belgium, Brussels, Antwerp, Rotterdam, Holland, Amsterdam, Amsterdam (Disembarkation)

2026 Sails: May 7, Sep 3

7 Night - Danube Dreams (Westbound)
Starting in Budapest, Hungary (Embarkation), Budapest, Bratislava, Slovakia, Vienna, Durnstein / Wachau Valley, Linz, Schlogen Oxbow / Passau, Germany, Vilshofen (Disembarkation)

2026 Sails: May 28, Jul 23

7 Night - Danube Dreams (Eastbound)
Starting in Vilshofen, Germany (Embarkation), Passau / Schlogen Oxbow, Linz, Austria, Ybbs Excursion to Melk / Wachau Valley, Vienna, Bratislava, Slovakia, Budapest, Hungary, Budapest (Disembarkation)

2026 Sails: Jun 18, Jul 30

7 Night - Active & Discovery On the Danube (Westbound)
Starting in Budapest, Hungary (Embarkation) Danube Bend, Visegrad, Vienna, Austria, Vienna, Krems, Grein, Engelhartszell / Schlogen Oxbow, Vilshofen (Disembarkation)

2026 Sails: Oct 4

7 Night - Tim Vine On the Rhine, Where Laughter Flows as Freely as the River
Starting in Amsterdam, Holland (Embarkation), Amsterdam, Cologne, Germany, Rhine Gorge / Rudesheim, Mainz Excursion to Heidelberg, Kehl Excursion to Strasbourg, France, Breisach, Germany Excursion to Black Forest, Basel, Switzerland (Disembarkation)

2026 Sails: Oct 30

2027 Sails: Mar 31, Apr 28, Jun 19, Sep 23

2027 Sails: Jun 12, Aug 5, Sep 30

2027 Sails: Oct 7

8 Night - German Grandeur for Beer Enthusiasts (Eastbound)
Starting in Basel, Switzerland (Embarkation), Breisach, Germany Excursion to Black Forest, Strasbourg, France, Rudesheim, Germany / Rhine Gorge, Frankfurt Excursion to Seligenstadt, Wertheim, Wurzburg, Bamberg, Nuremberg (Disembarkation)

2026 Sails: Nov 6

9 Night - Illuminations On the Danube (Eastbound)
Starting in Vilshofen, Germany (Embarkation), Passau / Schlogen Oxbow, Linz, Austria, Melk / Wachau Valley, Vienna, Austria, Vienna, Bratislava, Slovakia, Esztergom, Hungary, Budapest, Hungary, Budapest (Disembarkation)

2026 Sails: Jun 4

2027 Sails: Apr 7

9 Night - Christmastime from Basel to Nuremberg
Starting in Basel, Switzerland (Embarkation), Breisach, Germany Excursion to Black Forest, Strasbourg, France, Speyer, Germany / Heidelberg Excursion, Frankfurt Excursion to Rudesheim, Main River Village, Wurzburg, Bamberg, Nuremberg, Nuremberg (Disembarkation)

2027 Sails: Nov 25

11 Night - Christmastime from Frankfurt to Vienna
Starting in Frankfurt, Germany (Embarkation), Main River Village, Wurzburg, Bamberg, Nuremberg, Nuremberg (Disembarkation) Excursion to Munich (Embarkation), Nuremberg, Regensburg, Passau, Melk, Austria, Vienna, Vienna (Disembarkation)

2027 Sails: Nov 29

14 Night - Magnificent Europe
Starting in Amsterdam, Holland (Embarkation), Amsterdam, Cologne, Germany, Rhine Gorge / Rudesheim, Miltenberg, Wurzburg, Volkach, Bamberg, Nuremberg, Regensburg, Passau, Melk / Wachau Valley, Vienna, Budapest, Hungary, Budapest (Disembarkation)

2026 Sails: May 14, Jul 9, Sep 10, 2027: May 24, Jul 17, Sep 9

14 Night - Magnificent Rivers of Europe
Starting in 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)

2026 Sails: Jun 25, Aug 20, Oct 16, 2027: May 10, Jul 3, Aug 26, Oct 19

14 Night - The Danube from Germany to Romania
Starting in Vilshofen, Germany (Embarkation), Passau / Schlogen Oxbow, Linz, Austria, Ybbs Excursion to Melk / Wachau Valley, Vienna, Bratislava, Slovakia, Budapest, Hungary, Budapest, Vukovar, Novi Sad, Serbia, Belgrade, Golubac / Donji Milanovac Excursion to Lepenski Vir / Iron Gates Gorge, Vidin, Bulgaria, Rousse / Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi Excursion, Oltenita, Romania (Disembarkation)

2027 Sails: Jun 12

15 Night - Christmastime from Basel to Vienna
Starting in Basel, Switzerland (Embarkation), Breisach, Germany Excursion to Black Forest, Strasbourg, France, Speyer, Germany / Heidelberg Excursion, Frankfurt Excursion to Rudesheim, Main River Village, Wurzburg, Bamberg, Nuremberg, Nuremberg (Disembarkation) Excursion to Munich (Embarkation), Nuremberg, Regensburg, Passau, Melk, Austria, Vienna, Vienna (Disembarkation)

2027 Sails: Nov 25

21 Night - Iconic Rivers of Europe - the Rhine, Main & Danube
Starting in Amsterdam, Holland (Embarkation), Amsterdam, Cologne, Germany, Rhine Gorge / Rudesheim, Miltenberg, Wurzburg, Volkach, Bamberg, Nuremberg, Regensburg, Passau, Melk / Wachau Valley, Vienna, Budapest, Hungary, Budapest, Vukovar, Novi Sad, Serbia, Belgrade, Golubac / Donji Milanovac Excursion to Lepenski Vir / Iron Gates Gorge, Vidin, Bulgaria, Rousse / Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi Excursion, Oltenita, Romania (Disembarkation)

2026 Sails: Jul 9

About Avalon Expression

The Avalon Expression's two full decks of suites feature Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Windows that transform the living space into a unique Open-Air Balcony. Enjoy fresh breezes and enchanting scenery from the comfort of your suite. With 200 square feet, Panorama Suites are more than 30% larger than the industry standard, affording you the incomparable opportunity to wake each morning facing the splendid passing scenery. Onboard amenities include an expanded fitness center, Internet corner, complimentary Wi-Fi access, and a spacious Sky Deck with premium lounge chairs, shade system, whirlpool, and the delightful open-air bistro.

Ship Amenities:
Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Windows
Sky Deck with premium lounge chairs
Sky Deck with shade awnings
Wi-Fi access
Expanded fitness center
Non-smoking interior
Elevator
Elegant, contemporary design throughtout
Outside Viewing Deck
Headsets for all guided shore excursions in Europe
English-speaking crew
Sightseeing with a Certified Local Guide
Cruise Director
Onboard lectures, activities & nightly entertainment
Revolutionary engineering
Room service available featuring Continental breakfast and beverages
Sky Deck Whirlpool
Internet Corner
Hair salon (manicures available)
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Relax and enjoy onboard movie nights
Complimentary use of iPad mobile digital devices
Biking excursions available in Amsterdam and Durnstein
Alternate dining experience with local specialties and lighter fare in the Panorama Bistro
Behind-the-scenes ship tour
Choice of excursions - Leisurely, Traditional or Essential Sightseeing options
Complimentary maps and use of Nordic walking sticks
Culture & Cruise onboard experiences with local chefs, entertainers, artisans and experts
Expanded "on-demand" in-room entertainment
Guest Services is available to recommend, reserve and further personalize your cruise
Panorama Bistro
Sky Deck Game Area

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