Avalon Waterways Avalon Panorama Cruise Reviews

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Photo taken at one of the marrkets
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Taking in views of the Rhine from the open top deck.
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La Petite France in beautiful Strasbourg. So charming!
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Cable car in Cologne crossing the river to take you to the fortress!
Taken from my cabin on the Avalon Waterway's Panorama ship.
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Simply fabulous
"We could not have made a better decision: everything was wonderful: the staff, so caring, smiling all the time, hard working young people …exceptional.Extra orders could be made, no problem…I enjoyed every single day a lot...."Read More
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Christmas Market experience

Review for a Europe - River Cruise Cruise on Avalon Panorama

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Ivana McGrail
2-5 Cruises • Age 50s

I went on this cruise as part of a travel group of 20. There were some hiccups at the outset due to high water levels on the Rhine. Avalon did an amazing job to make sure their guests were well cared for and accommodated and still provided all the tours. The local guides provided were top notch and the food provided by Avalon delicious and plentiful. The staff worked incredibly hard and ...
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Sail Date: December 2023


Great Time with a Hardworking Crew

Review for a Europe - River Cruise Cruise on Avalon Panorama

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CRay8323
2-5 Cruises • Age 60s

This was a Specialty Cruise- Festive Christmas Markets, which are a very important part of the European holiday tradition. This was our first time on Avalon and experiencing the markets. We arrived an extra day early in Amsterdam to be able to see the Van Gogh and Anne Frank Museums. This and the Zans Schans excursion and the 9 streets area, as well as the Winter Festival of Lights Cruise, were so ...
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Sail Date: December 2023

Traveled with disabled person


Rhine Cruise - Amsterdam to Basel

Review for a Europe - River Cruise Cruise on Avalon Panorama

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Copona
First Time Cruiser • Age 60s

We had never been on a cruise of any kind before. My husband wasn’t fond of going on a sea cruise so we opted last minute for this river cruise with Avalon, one of the best decisions we’ve made in many years as it turned out! We were impressed with the customer focussed organisation and service provided by Avalon and its members of staff. To achieve such seamlessness indicates that this ...
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Sail Date: October 2023

Cabin Type: Panorama Suite with French Balcony


Fantastic experience cruising with Avalon

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Manxman1
First Time Cruiser • Age 60s

This was our first River Cruise, we could not have picked a better company to travel with. Prior to departure the travel information we received was second to none, on arrival our connections were informative and on arriving at the ship we were welcomed on board by all staff that passed us and introduced to other guests already onboard. Our room was perfect very comfortable and clean ( and ...
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Sail Date: September 2023


Superlative first time river cruise experience with Avalon

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Balooney
2-5 Cruises • Age 60s

We chose Avalon having got a good last minute deal and having heard from former river cruisers about infirm and very elderly clients on river cruises. Avalon has an ‘Active’ excursion leader and as such appeals to a slightly younger crowd. You do not have to be active to enjoy the cruise, it’s all at your own pace but the active excursions gave this cruise an edge in our opinion. We cruised ...
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Sail Date: July 2023

Cabin Type: Panorama Suite with French Balcony


Simply fabulous

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E.Ka
First Time Cruiser • Age 60s

I chose the cruise, because my friend is not able to do big walking tours as we used to and always wanted to see more of the River Rhine….So I decided that is our best way to go…..I was sceptical, could not imagine touring on a ship. At the end we were both exited. We could not have made a better decision: everything was wonderful: the staff, so caring, smiling all the time, hard working young ...
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Sail Date: July 2023

Traveled with disabled person


Amila cruise director

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Seniorchief8
2-5 Cruises • Age 70s

Cabin are large and spaceious and setup properly for viewing the sights as you cruise the Rhine. Balconies on the others sacrifice indoors space for a narrow outside sitting space. Not worth it. Special excursions are given that are not given on other river cruises. Small and quaint. You will definitely make friends from around the world more easily. Whether it be at breakfast, lunch, dinner or ...
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Sail Date: June 2023

Cabin Type: Panorama Suite with French Balcony


Sailing with excellent service

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Deer25
10+ Cruises • Age 70s

There are no better views from your cabin than with Avalon Waterways. I’ve sailed with Avalon before and love the 200’ cabin, with 11 foot glass wall that opens up to 7’ of water, sun, fresh air & spectacular views which can be seen from my river-facing bed!! Awesome!!! New awesome concepts are: 1. the fabulous coffee machine in the lounge area 2. station to refill water bottles 3. ...
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Sail Date: June 2023

Cabin Type: Panorama Suite with French Balcony


Best Trip with Parents Ever

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JRBowden80
First Time Cruiser • Age 40s

We loved the service, value, organization, energy, food, excursions and our room. There is not one thing I can say that is negative. The entire Avalonian's model is superb in every way! We are already looking to book our next trip! Unlike other boats this one is superior with certain things that you don't realize until you are on the cruise for the first time. Covered decks on top for days you ...
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Sail Date: May 2023


Fantastic vacation!

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Thanks mom and dad
10+ Cruises • Age 50s

Our first river cruise after many big sea cruises, and it was fantastic! Avalon did everything top notch. The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable and went out of their way to make sure that everything was great. Floating down the river was so relaxing and the scenery was beautiful. Our cabin was on the top floor and the view from it was great, especially from the bed facing the window ...
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Sail Date: May 2023

Cabin Type: Panorama Suite with French Balcony


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