Avalon Expression

- Built
- 2013
- Guests
- 84 - 166
- Crew
- 47
- Length
- 135 m / 443 ft
- Suites
- 67
- Staterooms
- 16
- Gross Tonnage
- 2775 gt
- Beam
- 12 m / 39 ft
- Country Regions
- Rhine Valley, Bavaria
Ship Overview
Part of Avalon's cutting-edge fleet of Suite Ships®, the Avalon Expression came onto the European river cruising scene with a bang. This gorgeous ship features two full decks of Panorama SuitesSM with Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Windows that transform the living space into a unique Open-Air BalconySM. Awake in your Comfort Collection window-facing bed each morning with seamless river views that become part of your living space. With 200 square feet, Panorama SuitesSM are more than 30% larger than the industry standard, delivering incomparable views of Europeans most stunning landscapes. 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 premium lounge chairs, whirlpool, shade awnings, & outdoor deck game area
- State-of-the-art fitness center
- Non-smoking staterooms & ship interior
- Convenient Elevator Service
- Elegant, contemporary design
- Outside viewing deck
- Headsets for guided shore excursions in Europe
- English-speaking friendly crew, staff & professional Cruise Director
- Sightseeing with Expert Local Guides
- Onboard lectures, activities & entertainment
- Room service for Continental breakfast & beverages (service fee applies)
- Sky Deck whirlpool
- Complimentary computer use in public areas
- Complimentary Wi-Fi access
- Biking excursions available in Amsterdam and Durnstein
- Onboard Adventure Center with active gear, bikes, Nordic walking sticks, watercraft & maps
- Light lunch & casual dinner in the Panorama Bistro
- Behind-the-scenes galley tour
- Choice of Leisurely, Traditional or Independent sightseeing pace options
- Nordic walking sticks available onboard for complimentary check-out
- Onshore & Onboard experiences with regional customs, cultures & tastings with local artisans, experts & entertainers
- Flatscreen satellite TV with English-speaking channels & over 100 free movie options
- Onboard assistance is available to recommend, reserve and further personalize your cruise
- Linger over several selections from the Panorama Bistro's tasting menu for a less formal "sit-down" atmosphere
- Sky Deck game area
- Self-serve beverage station with complimentary tea, hot chocolate & premium coffees, including decaf options
- Well-stocked library with books, cards, and board games
- Complimentary bottled water, fresh fruit, and cookies available throughout the day
- Full-size closet mirror
Reviews
- ABAndrea5.0 - ExcellentWritten on June 5th, 2024
 Bruce4.5 - ExcellentWritten on October 18th, 2019 Bruce4.5 - ExcellentWritten on October 18th, 2019
- DPDr. Dyann Pryor3.0 - AverageWritten on October 20th, 2018
- RKRichard4.5 - ExcellentWritten on October 7th, 2018
- LLindaShah5.0 - ExcellentWritten on September 21st, 2018
- JOJennifer4.5 - ExcellentWritten on September 2nd, 2018
 Terry5.0 - ExcellentWritten on June 14th, 2018 Terry5.0 - ExcellentWritten on June 14th, 2018
- LHLee5.0 - ExcellentWritten on May 1st, 2017
- MCMurray5.0 - ExcellentWritten on July 27th, 2016
- KBKatherine5.0 - ExcellentWritten on July 27th, 2016
Staterooms / Suites
- Avalon Deluxe Stateroom (D, E) (172 ft²)
- Panorama Suite (A, B, P) (200 ft²)
- Royal Suite (300 ft²)

Features
- Television
- Large windows
- In-room phone
- Double bed
- Twin beds
- Bathrobe
- Slippers
- In-room safe
- Hair dryer
- Luxury bed linen
- Toiletries
- Storage space
- Alarm clock
- Reading lamp
- Side table
- Mirror
- Bottled water
- Writing desk
- Extra bedding
- Dressing area
- Shower
- Wi-Fi
- Mini-fridge
- Climate control system
- USB ports
- Maid service
Dining

- Avalon FreshSM healthy cuisine options at every meal
- Self-serve beverage station with complimentary tea, hot chocolate & premium coffees, including decaf options
- Welcome & farewell cocktails with sparkling wine & canapés
- 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
- Healthy Corner options including low calorie, low fat, high fiber, low cholesterol, and high energy choices
- Vegetarian options at every meal, as well as vegan and allergy-free selections
- Lunch buffet with carving and pasta stations
- Al fresco lunch in the Sky Grill
- Cocktails with a view on the Sky Deck
- Afternoon Tea featuring tea, coffee, and sweet treats
- Happy Hour every evening including featured drink specials
- Seasonal cuisine featuring the freshest local ingredients
- Chef-prepared onboard meals with regional cuisine and familiar favorites
- Four-course dinners with choice of appetizers, soups, salads, entrées and desserts or cheese
- Complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks with lunch and dinner
- Room service for Continental breakfast & beverages (service fee applies)
- Panorama Lounge & Bar with premium spirits, cozy seating, panoramic windows & dance floor
- Night Fare served at 10:30 pm
- Healthy meal options
- Light lunch & casual dinner in the Panorama Bistro
- Linger over several selections from the Panorama Bistro's tasting menu for a less formal "sit-down" atmosphere
- Tastings - sample the destination's famous delicacies
- Coffee or tea after dinner
Avalon Expression Tours
 Romantic Rhine with 2 Nights in Lucerne (Southbound) 2023 10 daysStarts AmsterdamEnds LucerneSold Out Romantic Rhine with 2 Nights in Lucerne (Southbound) 2023 10 daysStarts AmsterdamEnds LucerneSold Out
 Romantic Rhine with 1 Night in Amsterdam & 2 Nights in Lucerne (Southbound) 2023 11 daysStarts AmsterdamEnds LucerneSold Out Romantic Rhine with 1 Night in Amsterdam & 2 Nights in Lucerne (Southbound) 2023 11 daysStarts AmsterdamEnds LucerneSold Out
 Christmastime on the Danube with 2 Nights in Prague (Eastbound) 2026 9 daysStarts PragueEnds Vienna$7,289 Christmastime on the Danube with 2 Nights in Prague (Eastbound) 2026 9 daysStarts PragueEnds Vienna$7,289
 Romantic Rhine with 2 Nights in Lucerne (Northbound) 2023 10 daysStarts LucerneEnds AmsterdamSold Out Romantic Rhine with 2 Nights in Lucerne (Northbound) 2023 10 daysStarts LucerneEnds AmsterdamSold Out
 Magnificent Europe 2026 15 daysStarts AmsterdamEnds Budapest$12,704 Magnificent Europe 2026 15 daysStarts AmsterdamEnds Budapest$12,704
 Active & Discovery in Holland & Belgium 2026 8 daysStarts AmsterdamEnds Amsterdam$7,135 Active & Discovery in Holland & Belgium 2026 8 daysStarts AmsterdamEnds Amsterdam$7,135
 Danube Symphony with 1 Night in Budapest & 2 Nights in Munich (Westbound) 2026 9 daysStarts BudapestEnds Munich$7,270 Danube Symphony with 1 Night in Budapest & 2 Nights in Munich (Westbound) 2026 9 daysStarts BudapestEnds Munich$7,270
 Danube Symphony with 2 Nights in Munich (Westbound) 2026 8 daysStarts BudapestEnds Munich$6,750 Danube Symphony with 2 Nights in Munich (Westbound) 2026 8 daysStarts BudapestEnds Munich$6,750
 Active & Discovery on the Danube (Westbound) 2026 8 daysStarts BudapestEnds Vilshofen an der Donau$7,135 Active & Discovery on the Danube (Westbound) 2026 8 daysStarts BudapestEnds Vilshofen an der Donau$7,135
 Christmastime on the Danube (Eastbound) 2026 7 daysStarts NurembergEnds Vienna$6,090 Christmastime on the Danube (Eastbound) 2026 7 daysStarts NurembergEnds Vienna$6,090
 Tulip Time Cruise 2026 8 daysStarts AmsterdamEnds Amsterdam$6,612 Tulip Time Cruise 2026 8 daysStarts AmsterdamEnds Amsterdam$6,612
 Active & Discovery on the Rhine (Northbound) 2023 8 daysStarts BaselEnds AmsterdamSold Out Active & Discovery on the Rhine (Northbound) 2023 8 daysStarts BaselEnds AmsterdamSold Out
 Magnificent Europe 2025 15 daysStarts AmsterdamEnds BudapestSold Out Magnificent Europe 2025 15 daysStarts AmsterdamEnds BudapestSold Out
 Tulip Time Cruise for Garden & Nature Lovers 2025 8 daysStarts AmsterdamEnds AmsterdamSold Out Tulip Time Cruise for Garden & Nature Lovers 2025 8 daysStarts AmsterdamEnds AmsterdamSold Out
 Iconic Rivers of Europe - the Rhine, Main & Danube with 1 Night in Bucharest 2025 23 daysStarts AmsterdamEnds BucharestSold Out Iconic Rivers of Europe - the Rhine, Main & Danube with 1 Night in Bucharest 2025 23 daysStarts AmsterdamEnds BucharestSold Out
 Iconic Rivers of Europe - the Rhine, Main & Danube 2025 22 daysStarts AmsterdamEnds OltenitaSold Out Iconic Rivers of Europe - the Rhine, Main & Danube 2025 22 daysStarts AmsterdamEnds OltenitaSold Out
 Magnificent Rivers of Europe 2025 16 daysStarts BudapestEnds Amsterdam$13,227 Magnificent Rivers of Europe 2025 16 daysStarts BudapestEnds Amsterdam$13,227
 Iconic Rivers of Europe - the Rhine, Main & Danube with 1 Night in Bucharest and 2 Nights in Transylvania 2025 25 daysStarts AmsterdamEnds BucharestSold Out Iconic Rivers of Europe - the Rhine, Main & Danube with 1 Night in Bucharest and 2 Nights in Transylvania 2025 25 daysStarts AmsterdamEnds BucharestSold Out
 Danube Dreams (Westbound) 2025 8 daysStarts BudapestEnds Vilshofen an der Donau$6,786 Danube Dreams (Westbound) 2025 8 daysStarts BudapestEnds Vilshofen an der Donau$6,786
 Balkan Discovery with 1 Night in Bucharest 2025 9 daysStarts BudapestEnds BucharestSold Out Balkan Discovery with 1 Night in Bucharest 2025 9 daysStarts BudapestEnds BucharestSold Out
 Balkan Discovery 2025 8 daysStarts BudapestEnds OltenitaSold Out Balkan Discovery 2025 8 daysStarts BudapestEnds OltenitaSold Out
 Christmastime from Budapest to Vienna 2025 6 daysStarts BudapestEnds Vienna$6,525 Christmastime from Budapest to Vienna 2025 6 daysStarts BudapestEnds Vienna$6,525
 The Danube from Germany to Romania with 2 Nights in Prague, 1 Night in Bucharest & 2 Nights in Transylvania 2025 20 daysStarts PragueEnds BucharestSold Out The Danube from Germany to Romania with 2 Nights in Prague, 1 Night in Bucharest & 2 Nights in Transylvania 2025 20 daysStarts PragueEnds BucharestSold Out
 The Danube from Germany to Romania 2025 15 daysStarts Vilshofen an der DonauEnds OltenitaSold Out The Danube from Germany to Romania 2025 15 daysStarts Vilshofen an der DonauEnds OltenitaSold Out
 Balkan Discovery with 1 Night in Budapest & 1 Night in Bucharest 2025 10 daysStarts BudapestEnds BucharestSold Out Balkan Discovery with 1 Night in Budapest & 1 Night in Bucharest 2025 10 daysStarts BudapestEnds BucharestSold Out
 Balkan Discovery with 1 Night in Bucharest & 2 Nights in Transylvania 2025 11 daysStarts BudapestEnds BucharestSold Out Balkan Discovery with 1 Night in Bucharest & 2 Nights in Transylvania 2025 11 daysStarts BudapestEnds BucharestSold Out
 Balkan Discovery with 1 Night in Budapest, 1 Night in Bucharest & 2 Nights in Transylvania 2025 12 daysStarts BudapestEnds BucharestSold Out Balkan Discovery with 1 Night in Budapest, 1 Night in Bucharest & 2 Nights in Transylvania 2025 12 daysStarts BudapestEnds BucharestSold Out
 The Danube from Germany to Romania with 1 Night in Bucharest 2025 16 daysStarts Vilshofen an der DonauEnds BucharestSold Out The Danube from Germany to Romania with 1 Night in Bucharest 2025 16 daysStarts Vilshofen an der DonauEnds BucharestSold Out
 The Danube from Germany to Romania with 1 Night in Bucharest and 2 Nights in Transylvania 2025 18 daysStarts Vilshofen an der DonauEnds BucharestSold Out The Danube from Germany to Romania with 1 Night in Bucharest and 2 Nights in Transylvania 2025 18 daysStarts Vilshofen an der DonauEnds BucharestSold Out
 The Danube from Germany to Romania with 2 Nights in Prague and 1 Night in Bucharest 2025 18 daysStarts PragueEnds BucharestSold Out The Danube from Germany to Romania with 2 Nights in Prague and 1 Night in Bucharest 2025 18 daysStarts PragueEnds BucharestSold Out
 Danube Dreams (Eastbound) 2025 8 daysStarts Vilshofen an der DonauEnds Budapest$6,786 Danube Dreams (Eastbound) 2025 8 daysStarts Vilshofen an der DonauEnds Budapest$6,786
 Christmastime on the Danube (Eastbound) 2025 7 daysStarts NurembergEnds Vienna$8,377 Christmastime on the Danube (Eastbound) 2025 7 daysStarts NurembergEnds Vienna$8,377
 The Danube from Romania to Budapest with 1 Night in Bucharest and 1 Night in Budapest 2025 11 daysStarts BucharestEnds BudapestSold Out The Danube from Romania to Budapest with 1 Night in Bucharest and 1 Night in Budapest 2025 11 daysStarts BucharestEnds BudapestSold Out
 The Danube from Romania to Budapest with 1 Night in Bucharest and 2 Nights in Transylvania 2025 12 daysStarts BucharestEnds BudapestSold Out The Danube from Romania to Budapest with 1 Night in Bucharest and 2 Nights in Transylvania 2025 12 daysStarts BucharestEnds BudapestSold Out
 The Danube from Romania to Budapest with 1 Night in Bucharest 2025 10 daysStarts BucharestEnds BudapestSold Out The Danube from Romania to Budapest with 1 Night in Bucharest 2025 10 daysStarts BucharestEnds BudapestSold Out
 The Danube from Romania to Budapest with 1 Night in Bucharest, 2 Nights in Transylvania & 1 Night in Budapest 2025 13 daysStarts BucharestEnds BudapestSold Out The Danube from Romania to Budapest with 1 Night in Bucharest, 2 Nights in Transylvania & 1 Night in Budapest 2025 13 daysStarts BucharestEnds BudapestSold Out
 Christmastime on the Danube with 2 Nights in Prague (Eastbound) 2025 9 daysStarts PragueEnds Vienna$9,472 Christmastime on the Danube with 2 Nights in Prague (Eastbound) 2025 9 daysStarts PragueEnds Vienna$9,472
 From Romania to the North Sea with 1 Night in Bucharest 2025 25 daysStarts BucharestEnds AmsterdamSold Out From Romania to the North Sea with 1 Night in Bucharest 2025 25 daysStarts BucharestEnds AmsterdamSold Out
 From Romania to the North Sea with 1 Night in Bucharest and 2 Nights in Transylvania 2025 27 daysStarts BucharestEnds AmsterdamSold Out From Romania to the North Sea with 1 Night in Bucharest and 2 Nights in Transylvania 2025 27 daysStarts BucharestEnds AmsterdamSold Out
 From Romania to the North Sea 2025 24 daysStarts OltenitaEnds AmsterdamSold Out From Romania to the North Sea 2025 24 daysStarts OltenitaEnds AmsterdamSold Out
 The Danube from Romania to Budapest 2025 9 daysStarts OltenitaEnds BudapestSold Out The Danube from Romania to Budapest 2025 9 daysStarts OltenitaEnds BudapestSold Out
 Christmastime on the Danube (Westbound) 2025 7 daysStarts ViennaEnds Nuremberg$5,916 Christmastime on the Danube (Westbound) 2025 7 daysStarts ViennaEnds Nuremberg$5,916
 Christmastime on the Danube with 2 Nights in Prague (Westbound) 2025 9 daysStarts ViennaEnds Prague$7,011 Christmastime on the Danube with 2 Nights in Prague (Westbound) 2025 9 daysStarts ViennaEnds Prague$7,011
 Danube Dreams with 2 Nights in Prague (Westbound) 2026 10 daysStarts BudapestEnds Prague$7,289 Danube Dreams with 2 Nights in Prague (Westbound) 2026 10 daysStarts BudapestEnds Prague$7,289
 Tulip Time Cruise for Garden & Nature Lovers 2026 8 daysStarts AmsterdamEnds Amsterdam$7,135 Tulip Time Cruise for Garden & Nature Lovers 2026 8 daysStarts AmsterdamEnds Amsterdam$7,135
 Danube Dreams (Eastbound) 2026 8 daysStarts Vilshofen an der DonauEnds Budapest$6,438 Danube Dreams (Eastbound) 2026 8 daysStarts Vilshofen an der DonauEnds Budapest$6,438
 Danube Dreams with 2 Nights in Prague (Eastbound) 2026 10 daysStarts PragueEnds Budapest$7,638 Danube Dreams with 2 Nights in Prague (Eastbound) 2026 10 daysStarts PragueEnds Budapest$7,638
 Danube Symphony with 1 Night in Budapest (Westbound) 2026 7 daysStarts BudapestEnds Vilshofen an der Donau$5,740 Danube Symphony with 1 Night in Budapest (Westbound) 2026 7 daysStarts BudapestEnds Vilshofen an der Donau$5,740
 Illuminations on the Danube (Eastbound) 2026 10 daysStarts Vilshofen an der DonauEnds Budapest$8,875 Illuminations on the Danube (Eastbound) 2026 10 daysStarts Vilshofen an der DonauEnds Budapest$8,875
 Magnificent Rivers of Europe 2026 15 daysStarts BudapestEnds Amsterdam$12,704 Magnificent Rivers of Europe 2026 15 daysStarts BudapestEnds Amsterdam$12,704
 Danube Dreams (Westbound) 2026 8 daysStarts BudapestEnds Vilshofen an der Donau$6,090 Danube Dreams (Westbound) 2026 8 daysStarts BudapestEnds Vilshofen an der Donau$6,090
 Danube Symphony (Westbound) 2026 6 daysStarts BudapestEnds Vilshofen an der Donau$5,220 Danube Symphony (Westbound) 2026 6 daysStarts BudapestEnds Vilshofen an der Donau$5,220
 Illuminations on the Danube with 2 Nights in Prague (Eastbound) 2026 12 daysStarts PragueEnds Budapest$10,074 Illuminations on the Danube with 2 Nights in Prague (Eastbound) 2026 12 daysStarts PragueEnds Budapest$10,074
 Danube Symphony (Eastbound) 2026 6 daysStarts Vilshofen an der DonauEnds Budapest$5,568 Danube Symphony (Eastbound) 2026 6 daysStarts Vilshofen an der DonauEnds Budapest$5,568






























































