Avalon Waterways Cruise Reviews

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Highlights of Holland/Belgian Cruise

Review for a Europe - River Cruise Cruise on Avalon Visionary

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Asdflkjh
First Time Cruiser • Age 70s

My father fought in the Battle of the Bulge during WW2. I was interested in history of Belgium as well as a river cruise..unlimited.. food, liquor, friends, Didn't know about availability of Avalon tour to Bastogne. Found out about it when I returned.... disappointed. Really liked Walonia.... history of region. Not so much Amsterdam. Weather was fine. We got what we paid for. Wanted ...
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Sail Date: April 2023

Cabin Type: Outside Stateroom with French Balcony


The Partial Cruise

Review for a Europe - River Cruise Cruise on Avalon Poetry II

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condorbo
2-5 Cruises • Age 80s

I chose this cruise because thirteen friends and family were going on cruise. Unfortunately, I was the only one who made it. Two got covid, and the others cancelled because cruise was shortened to four nights, due to strikes in France. I was already in Paris so I decided to take the abbreviated cruise. I can't really call it much of a cruise as we only spent two days actually cruising and ...
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Sail Date: April 2023


Great experience - despite a "lock" issue

Review for a Europe - River Cruise Cruise on Avalon Tapestry II

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countingmomma
6-10 Cruises • Age 50s

This was our first river cruise (we've taken many ocean cruises). We (my husband & I) traveled with another couple. We chose Avalon, and this particular itinerary, because we had friends who had sailed with them about a year and a half ago (yes, fall of 2021) and recommended it. I also did my research and chose Avalon because of the various excursion choices that are included in the cost of ...
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Sail Date: April 2023

Cabin Type: Outside Stateroom with French Balcony


Lovely trip through the flowers and canals

Review for a Europe - River Cruise Cruise on Avalon Impression

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RNCsonic
2-5 Cruises • Age 50s

The times worked out well, and we liked the itinerary. The stops along the way were lovely and even when it was raining, we could still do a lot. It was helpful that the cruise director would go over the itinerary the night before. It was nice having different tour options for people with different ability levels. I noticed that there was assistance for those people who needed it. It was very ...
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Sail Date: April 2023

Cabin Type: Panorama Suite with French Balcony


Tulip Time

Review for a Europe - River Cruise Cruise on Avalon Impression

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josplg
2-5 Cruises • Age 70s

This cruise line was recommended to us by Fox World Travel. We wanted to cruise during Tulip Time. We were extremely pleased with Avalon Impression. The ship, crew, and everyone involved in making the cruise possible were excellent. The food was out of this world. Every meal was a pleasure. Happy hour every night was enjoyable. Karolien Cazenier, Cruise Director, was the highlight of the ...
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Sail Date: April 2023

Cabin Type: Panorama Suite with French Balcony


Loved the ship; Excursions felt rushed

Review for a Europe - River Cruise Cruise on Avalon Expression

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vinson79
First Time Cruiser • Age 60s

We really loved Avalon, its people and especially the stateroom layout. The staff was friendly and competent, the facilities first class and the food, while not spectacular, was very good and met out expectations. The lounge staff was a bit overwhelmed at happy hour, and it could be difficult to get a drink then, but otherwise it was very comfortable and pleasant. The 24/7 coffee machines were ...
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Sail Date: March 2023


1st River Cruise

Review for a Europe - River Cruise Cruise on Avalon Expression

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angierh
6-10 Cruises • Age 60s

We chose this cruise because it was the only one available with the cabins we wanted when we were looking. The service we received from the staff was excellent! The biggest improvement I would suggest is to improve the quality of the food and drinks. Cold oatmeal, lukewarm white wine, etc. There was not much to do on the ship. I would think a small spa would be the perfect addition since the ...
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Sail Date: March 2023


This was a 7 night canal cruise focused on seeing tulips and drinking beer.

Review for a Europe - River Cruise Cruise on Avalon Tranquility II

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cruisin newbies
First Time Cruiser • Age 60s

We chose this cruise because we have friends that had already signed up. We had always wanted to do a river cruise and were unfamiliar with Avalon. However, we found Avalon to be an excellent river cruise company. They had very good communication and were definitely focused on safety. One nice feature was their GoAvalon app on our phones that helped keep us up to date on the itinerary. We had ...
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Sail Date: March 2023

Cabin Type: Outside Stateroom with French Balcony


Expanded Cruise provides perfect vacation!

Review for a Europe - River Cruise Cruise on Avalon Vista

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TinaTravel
2-5 Cruises • Age 60s

Sailing with Avalon definitely was the perfect experience. Making new friends during cocktail hour and dining with them provided us with the ultimate opportunity to learn from friends in other countries. This cruise provided an extra night in Amsterdam and allowed us to visit both Keukenhof Gardens and the Anne Frank House (pre-plan 6 weeks prior as tickets are limited.) We upgraded our cabin ...
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Sail Date: March 2023

Cabin Type: Panorama Suite with French Balcony


LOVED Every Moment on the Imagery II Tulip Time Cruise.

Review for a Europe - River Cruise Cruise on Avalon Imagery II

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Sleep7
6-10 Cruises • Age 60s

Hello! We sailed last week on the Imagery II seven day Tulip Time cruise and it was awesome. If you want to see a more in depth review I wrote a very detailed cruise blog/report on the CC river cruise board with the title "Just Back.. Our Bloomingly Beautiful Tulip Time Cruise Aboard Avalon's Imagery II. Full trip report with tons of pix!" Here is just an overview of our cruise. We have ...
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Sail Date: March 2023

Cabin Type: Outside Stateroom with French Balcony


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