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Avalon Expression

4.5

2 Reviews

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Overview

A big part of a trip to Europe is tasting the beautiful cuisine of countries like France, Germany, and the Netherlands. With each stop on your cruise onboard Avalon Waterways’ Avalon Expression, you’ll get to visit the local bakeries, cafes, and treat shops.

Onboard you’ll also have regional food made with fresh, local ingredients. Avalon will delight you by bringing the area’s chefs, artists, experts, and musicians onboard the Avalon Expression to cook, sing and educate you. And mealtime is never too far away, there are always complimentary snacks available and local wines are served with the four and five-course dinner menus.

Quick Facts

Year Built

2013

Refurbished

-

Wheelchair Accessible

No

Godmother

Patricia Schultz

Passenger Capacity

166

Crew

47

Passenger to Crew Ratio

3.53

Deck Plans

Sky Deck

Royal Deck

Sapphire Deck

Indigo Deck

The Reviews Are In

Avalon Waterways Expression river cruise ship exterior

4.5

Based on 2 reviews

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Sep 7, 2022

5 out of 5 stars

Even though we were unable to cruise to our last port arrangements were made for excursions and other activities plus bus tour of Rhine gorge. Cabin was lovely and staff very helpful and friendly.

Pros: Enjoyed the biking and yoga, Kroller Muller Museum, Eberbach Vineyards, plus other excursions.

Cons: Not able to complete original itinerary due to low water levels.

Accommodations

5

Activities

5

Entertainment

5

Food

5

Staff

5

Itinerary

4

Value

0

Overall

5

Recommend

Yes

Jul 31, 2023

4 out of 5 stars

Great pace and enjoyable itinerary. Dinner variety appeared fine but preparation was not great. Cool to warm, not hot, food served. When advising head waiter that chicken was dry, he stated “but you ordered chicken breast, so it will always be dry.” Bartenders couldn’t make a dry martini and baffled by certain orders. Addition there was a noticeable lack of Rhine Valley wines offered (a significant reason for choosing this itinerary).

Pros: Pace

Cons: Dinner, bartenders, did not feature local wines.

Accommodations

5

Activities

5

Entertainment

1

Food

3

Staff

5

Itinerary

4

Value

0

Overall

4

Recommend

Yes

Staterooms

Panorama Suite
Panorama Suite

on

Royal Deck

Panorama Suite
Panorama Suite

on

Sapphire Deck

Royal Suite
Royal Suite

on

Royal Deck

Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door with French Balcony, Full shower with glass door, Writing desk, Vanity, Bed, Sink, Toilet, Sofa, Coffee table. Size: 258 sq.ft. Stateroom Amenities: • Comfort Collection by Aval...

Panorama Suite
Panorama Suite

on

Sapphire Deck

Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door with French Balcony, Full shower with glass door, Writing desk, Vanity, Bed, Sink, Toilet. Size: 172 sq. ft. Stateroom Amenities: • Comfort Collection by Avalon • Deluxe be...

Deluxe Stateroom
Deluxe Stateroom

on

Indigo Deck

Size: 172 sq. ft. Stateroom Amenities: Two windows • Comfort Collection by Avalon • Deluxe beds with premium mattress covers • Egyptian super-combed cotton linens • European-style duvets • Choice of soft or firm pillows &bull...

Deluxe Stateroom
Deluxe Stateroom

on

Indigo Deck

Size: 172 sq. ft. Stateroom Amenities: Two windows • Comfort Collection by Avalon • Deluxe beds with premium mattress covers • Egyptian super-combed cotton linens • European-style duvets • Choice of soft or firm pillows &bull...

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