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Avalon Poetry II

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Avalon Waterways Poetry 2 river cruise ship exterior
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Overview

It’s the life you’ll experience while sailing through the rivers of Europe on Avalon Waterways’ Avalon Poetry II that you’ll remember forever. The sights and sounds will inspire you and the compelling history you learn on complimentary walking tours and excursions in the many ports will enrich you. The tastes of locally cultivated cheeses, aged wines from nearby vineyards and hearty European meat dishes will be hard to duplicate back at home. In all, the experience is even sweeter when you can slip into the whirlpool on the Sky Deck for a special sunset viewing spot or meet local artisans who come aboard the Avalon Poetry II to showcase their work.

Quick Facts

Year Built

2014

Refurbished

-

Wheelchair Accessible

No

Godmother

Katherine Grainger

Passenger Capacity

128

Crew

37

Passenger to Crew Ratio

3.46

Activities & Amenities

Bar
Bar
Club Lounge
Club Lounge
Panorama Bar
Panorama Bar
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
Atrium
Atrium
Coffees Station
Coffees Station
Guest Service
Guest Service
Internet Corner
Internet Corner

The Reviews Are In

Avalon Waterways Poetry 2 river cruise ship exterior

4.0

Based on 1 reviews

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Sep 22, 2024

4 out of 5 stars

Leaving boat instructions not well defined especially when crossing through other ships

Pros: Included shore excursions well planned

Cons:

Accommodations

4

Activities

4

Entertainment

1

Food

4

Staff

5

Itinerary

4

Value

0

Overall

4

Recommend

Yes

Deck Plans

Sky Deck

Royal Deck

Sapphire Deck

Indigo Deck

Staterooms

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

Royal 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 Av...

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...

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 • Choi...

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 • Choi...

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