(LifeWire) - Company Information
Avalon Waterways, owned by international travel company Globus, bills itself as the world's youngest river-cruise fleet. The line's vessels are state-of-the-art and feature a contemporary design scheme throughout. Avalon Waterways ships offers spacious staterooms that average 172 square feet. The accommodations have all the amenities of a fine hotel, including flat-screen televisions, Egyptian linens and minibars. Most rooms have wide sliding-glass doors and balconies, giving passengers ample opportunity to enjoy the view.
Mission
Avalon Waterways, founded by Globus in 2003, offers award-winning luxury river cruises. Avalon Waterways has received many awards, including Condé Nast Traveler's Top Cruise Ships 2009 and Gold List 2009, reflecting its commitment to service and traveler satisfaction.
Destinations
South America, Europe, Egypt and Asia
Tour Participant Demographics
The majority of Avalon Waterway's passengers are over age 55.
Single Traveler Information
There is a single-supplement fee, which varies according to itinerary and time of cruise. Room-sharing programs are offered on European river cruises only.
Cost
Fares range from $1,800 for a nine-day Christmas in the Heart of Germany cruise to $9,500 for a 24-day North and Black Sea cruise with suite accommodations.
Trip Length
Nine to 24 days
Quick Facts About Avalon Cruises:
- Wine with dinner is included in the fare. Gratuities are not included.
- The official language onboard all cruises is English.
- There is one captain's dinner per cruise. The dress code is semi-formal.
- Meals vary according to cruise. European cruises offer buffet lunches. Chinese specialties are served on the Yangtze River trips, while the Galapagos cruises feature Ecuadorian cuisine. Dinners are multi-course; entree choices are cooked with local ingredients and paired with regional wines. There is a buffet breakfast on all cruises. Seating is open for all meals.
- On-shore excursions are operated by Globus and are included in the fare. Examples of excursions include cooking demonstrations, wine and beer tastings, and guided tours of cities and towns.
- Theme cruises include a spring Tulip Time Cruise through Holland and Belgium, as well as cruises that focus on windmills and vineyards.
- Avalon Waterways offers an optional travel-protection plan that protects against losses due to trip cancellation or delay and medical emergencies.
- Avalon Waterways ships cruise close to land and are always near medical facilities. There is a doctor onboard the Galapagos cruises.
Contact Information
(877) 797-8791
Avalon Waterways
5301 South Federal Circle
Littleton Circle, Colorado 80123
www.avalonwaterways.com
