river cruise line
Avalon Waterways
17 ships in the fleet
Why Book With Waterways Cruise?
Four decades of expertise, one dedicated advisor, and every detail handled — from your front door to the gangway and back.
Personal Service — Your Own Cruise Concierge
One dedicated advisor who knows your name and your preferences — not a call center, and never a stranger. Same person, start to finish.
Tailor-Made — 100% Custom-Built
This is not a package. Flights, hotels, transfers and shore days — all planned from scratch around how you actually like to travel.
Expertise — 40+ Years in Travel
Founded by J. Richard, a four-decade veteran of the travel industry, and solely focused on premium river and ocean cruising.
Security — Book With Total Confidence
A proud member of Signature Travel Network — with shipboard credits, exclusive perks, and your vacation investment protected.
Avalon Waterways has transformed river cruising with its award-winning Suite Ships, featuring revolutionary Panorama Suites. These industry-leading accommodations boast wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling windows that open into open-air balconies, putting the destination completely front and center. Operating across Europe, Asia, South America, and Egypt, Avalon emphasizes personalized choice via their Avalon Choice program, allowing guests to tailor daily excursions from active hikes to cultural discoveries. With exceptional regional cuisine, a relaxed premium atmosphere, and a commitment to sustainable travel, Avalon Waterways offers an innovative, stylish, and deeply immersive perspective on river travel.