Ships
Avalon Illumination
Part of Avalon''s cutting-edge fleet of Suite Ships, the Avalon Illumination came onto the river cruising scene with a bang. This gorgeous ship features two full decks of Panorama Suites with Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Windows that transform the living space into a unique Open-Air Balcony. 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 alternative light dining option in the Panorama Bistro, an expanded Fitness Center, complimentary Wi-Fi access, and a spacious Sky Deck with premium lounge chairs, whirlpool, and light al fresco lunches at the Sky Bistro on the Sky Deck.
- Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Windows
- Sky Deck with shade system & premium lounge chairs
- Sky Deck with shade awnings
- Expanded fitness center
- Non-smoking interior
- Elevator
- Elegant, contemporary design throughout
- 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 for Continental breakfast & beverages (service fee applies)
- Sky Deck Whirlpool
- Internet Corner
- Hair salon (manicures available)
- Complimentary Wi-Fi Access
- Onboard movie nights
- Biking excursions available in Amsterdam and Durnstein
- Alternate light lunch and dinner in the Panorama Bistro
- Behind-the-scenes ship tour
- Choice of excursions - Leisurely, Traditional or Essential Sightseeing options
- Use of Nordic walking sticks
- Local Favorites onboard experiences with local chefs, entertainers, artisans & experts
- Expanded "on-demand" in-room entertainment
- Onboard assistance is available to recommend, reserve and further personalize your cruise
- Panorama Bistro
- Sky Deck Game Area
- Self-serve beverage station with complimentary tea, hot chocolate & premium coffees
- Fitness Center
- Well-stocked library
- Complimentary maps
- Fresh fruit available throughout the day
- Selection of Local Favorites to bring the customs, cultures, and tastes of your destination to life
- Avalon Fresh healthy cuisine focusing on nutritious, delicious recipes with fresh, local ingredients (coming in 2017)
- Self-serve beverage station with complimentary tea, hot chocolate & premium coffees
- Captain's reception with sparkling wine and canapas
- Welcome dinner
- Five-course farewell dinner
- Spacious, open-seating dining room
- Daily early-riser breakfast
- Daily late-riser breakfast
- Full buffet breakfast with sparkling wine and made-to-order egg station
- Complimentary juices with breakfast
- Lunch buffet with carving and pasta stations
- Sky Bistro on the Sky Deck
- Breakfast buffets with foods that are low calorie, low fat, high fiber, low cholesterol, and high energy
- Afternoon Tea featuring tea, coffee, and sweet treats
- Social hour and drink specials in Panorama Lounge
- Seasonal cuisine featuring the freshest local ingredients
- Chef-inspired regional & Western recipes
- Four-course dinners with choice of appetizers, soups, salads, entrees and desserts or cheese
- Complimentary regional wines, beer, or soft drinks with dinner
- Night fare served at 10:30 pm
- Room service available featuring Continental breakfast and beverages
- Upscale bar serving premium spirits
- Healthy meal options
- Alternate light lunch and dinner in the Panorama Bistro
- Panorama Bistro
- Tastings - sample the destination's famous delicacies
- Coffee or tea after dinner
Please note: Stateroom images and features are samples only. Actual furniture, fixtures, colors, configurations and window/porthole views may vary.
Sky Deck
Let your mind wander and imagine the cruise of your dreams. The perfect ship. The most captivating places. A stateroom without equal. You fill in the rest. With Avalon, your cruise experience can be as unique as you are, because we give you the freedom to truly personalize it...just the way you want. Everywhere you turn, the choice is yours...from a great selection of menu and dining options to a range of sightseeing paces, optional excursions, and even bed configuration. Avalon offers more than 70 cruise options, with unique itineraries, exciting themes, cruise combinations, and pre- and post-cruise extensions. Travelers gave our river cruise vacations a 97% satisfaction rating on post-river cruise surveys.