Avalon Panorama
The Avalon Panorama led the way as the first of its kind in the industry to feature two full decks of Panorama Suites complete with wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows. You'll cruise in river cruising's only Open-Air Balcony in a 200-square-foot suite that's 30% larger than the industry standard. Avalon's Comfort Collection beds actually face the view, so you can stretch out and relax with the world at your feet.
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Avalon Panorama Reviews (11) View all 464 reviews of Avalon Panorama from past clients of Global Journeys
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Avalon Panorama was a perfect experience, each day waking up in a new country was so fascinating. The on board experience from the beautiful big window , happy hour, four course meals or optional casual, a place to sit quietly and read or watch the world go by. The room was a good size with a very functional bathroom. The people who made the trip was ...read more the staff , the tour director Simona , our room gentleman Blessing ,every person I interacted with was kind, polite and happy to be there . They made it fun, interesting and a pleasure.
We can't recommend Avalon Waterways cruise enough - it was brilliant from start to finish. The facilities were well maintained, modern and spacious (the bed was extremely comfortable). The staff went out of their way to make you feel welcomed. The excursions were very well run and informative. The food was delicious and plentiful, and the free drinks ...read more were also generous. Entertainment was great. With only 100 guests onboard we felt we were valued guests. Will definitely be returning to do another Avalon cruise.
Being a single passenger, I only booked this Avalon cruise since they sometimes have a few cabins available with no single supplement. I had never been on a river cruise and this one had 106 passengers out of a maximum possible 168. I went for the "dungeon" lower deck with 2 small top of the room windows looking out at river level since it was the ...read more cheapest. Not really a problem as it was only used for sleeping and I was out on excursions every day and one could sit on the viewing decks if necessary.
Having been on over 30 coach tours of Europe, this provided a different experience, with visits to places I had not been to. My personal highlights were Strasbourg, cycling the Dutch countryside, and cruising past the castles one afternoon. The staff were excellent and friendly even though English was not their first language; the food, of course, was superb, and the range of tours at every location was impressive, to the extent that one could repeat the tour but end up seeing different attractions at each venue. There are just a couple of points I wish to make. One, is that the internet signal was variable, and sometimes non-existent. Secondly, the cruise is called 'Romantic Rhine'. For the most part, all one saw on the banks were factories, warehouses, nuclear plants and unkempt river banks. It was only one afternoon when the cruise passed a host of castles. I thank Hannah at GJ for organising the tour for me, and have booked on another Avalon cruise in 2024.
Having been on over 30 coach tours of Europe, this provided a different experience, with visits to places I had not been to. My personal highlights were Strasbourg, cycling the Dutch countryside, and cruising past the castles one afternoon. The staff were excellent and friendly even though English was not their first language; the food, of course, was superb, and the range of tours at every location was impressive, to the extent that one could repeat the tour but end up seeing different attractions at each venue. There are just a couple of points I wish to make. One, is that the internet signal was variable, and sometimes non-existent. Secondly, the cruise is called 'Romantic Rhine'. For the most part, all one saw on the banks were factories, warehouses, nuclear plants and unkempt river banks. It was only one afternoon when the cruise passed a host of castles. I thank Hannah at GJ for organising the tour for me, and have booked on another Avalon cruise in 2024.
Absolutely brilliant, the cabins were spacious with plenty of storage space to unpack. The staff were amazing, the food was excellent. There were onshore activities that you could participate in or you could just sit back and relax on board. Would recommend to anyone.
We recently took a river cruise on the Danube with Avalon & Global Journeys. Our much needed break away was everything and more we had hoped for. From beginning to end, we enjoyed professional service in every area, from booking with Global Journeys through to the experienced captain and crew on our cruise. Our Cruise Director, Tony was exceptional ...read more and obviously very experienced.
Every detail was attended to above and beyond our expectations. The meals were delicious, with the menu changing daily including local cultural delicacies. There were many 'extras' included in our daily tours and there simply isn't any better way to travel than watching the villages and local landmarks pass before your eyes, sipping on a glass of something special in the warmth of the sunshine as you cruise along the riverways. We can warmly recommend Avalon and Global Journeys river cruises.
Every detail was attended to above and beyond our expectations. The meals were delicious, with the menu changing daily including local cultural delicacies. There were many 'extras' included in our daily tours and there simply isn't any better way to travel than watching the villages and local landmarks pass before your eyes, sipping on a glass of something special in the warmth of the sunshine as you cruise along the riverways. We can warmly recommend Avalon and Global Journeys river cruises.
Excellent arrangements from Hannah Campbell at Global Journeys, as usual, great to work with. First ship was excellent then changed onto second ship - not as welcoming. Tour director was excellent and all ground tours were very well arranged with great additions for those who were less mobile - which was very much appreciated. Overall a really great ...read more tour - ready to do the next one!
Memorable and excellent experience cruising Amsterdam to Budapest 4 Suzanne & Fay, New Zealand, Jul 2017
Highlights included the attention to detail and highly organised and well orchestrated operation with multiple opportunities to get off the ship and explore the various cities and towns that we visited. The ship felt spacious and clean and the cabins comfortable (106) and products used in the bathroom of good quality. The Cruise Director was extremely ...read more good and balanced a great sense of humor with meticulous attention to detail and highly effective and organised.
Avalon Waterways 'hardware' lived up to all expectations. The October weather was better than average but we just managed to complete the full cruise as a lack of rain meant the Danube was only just navigable (shallow water) at the Nurenberg end. Food was generally very good though the breakfast and lunch menus were similar daily (but of a good quality). ...read more Shore excursions varied from very interesting and enjoyable to one or two that were a little mundane. Their pricing seemed on the expensive side when compared to the purchase of similar tours in situ. There was plenty of opportunity for own adventures, however. The crew were very helpful, though I think that at the end of the cruise season they may have been a little tired and were a bit reluctant to enter conversation; this may have been to do with language too as I only speak English.
Cities visited on this cruise (Blue Danube Discovery - Budapest to Prague) were well chosen for history, architecture and culinary experiences. Passengers were a good bunch, dominated by North Americans (American cruise line?). Overall I was very pleased to complete this journey which has been a long term objective and I would recommend it. Booking was easy through Global Journeys with one comment that contact seemed to be principally by email following voice message. Direct phone communication may have been easier on one or two occasions (minor comment after a hassle free experience).
Cities visited on this cruise (Blue Danube Discovery - Budapest to Prague) were well chosen for history, architecture and culinary experiences. Passengers were a good bunch, dominated by North Americans (American cruise line?). Overall I was very pleased to complete this journey which has been a long term objective and I would recommend it. Booking was easy through Global Journeys with one comment that contact seemed to be principally by email following voice message. Direct phone communication may have been easier on one or two occasions (minor comment after a hassle free experience).
Traveled on the Avalon Impression, which was beautiful ship and our room on the Royal Deck was fantastic. The staff were great and had to deal with two incidents involving other boats, which impacted on our cruise, but dealt with those situations efficiently and graciously. Loved the places we visited and the tour guides we were allocated. Spending ...read more time in the Christmas markets in the lead up to Xmas was fantastic: the atmosphere is great and we enjoyed the sights, smells and sounds, which certainly put us in a festive mood. Would recommend this trip.
Our Christmas cruise was wonderful, it was just one amazing Christmas market after another and in between each beautiful village we visited we were spoiled back on board our floating hotel with fabulous food and extremely comfortable rooms and service. The booking process was easy and the service we received from Yvonne was marvellous, we will definitely ...read more use Global Journeys again.
Life on Board Avalon Panorama What can you expect when cruising on board Avalon Panorama
Avalon Panorama
Float along Europe's most famous waterways in relaxed luxury aboard one of Avalon's award-winning Suite Ships. Read more
Our Vision. Your View.
With the only Open-Air Balconies in river cruising, experience Europe with a view like no other in a Panorama Suite. Read more
Exclusive Meets Inclusive
Avalon features all the right inclusions which compliment your luxurious river cruise experience. Read more
Avalon Choice
Personalise your cruise to make it your own with Avalon Choice. Select whichever included excursions interest you the most. Read more
Active & Discovery
Avalon's Active & Discovery river cruises offer activities for travellers with varying interests & for all energy and fitness levels. Read more
From View to Table
Savour regional cuisine and familiar favourites using the freshest local ingredients throughout your river cruise. Read more
Deck Plans
Deluxe Stateroom
Category E
Category E
Deluxe Stateroom
Category D
Category D
Panorama Suite
Category B
Category B
Panorama Suite
Category A
Category A
Panorama Suite
Category P
Category P
Royal Suite
Cabins
Deluxe Stateroom (Cat. E & D)
- Deluxe Stateroom (172 sq ft)
- Twin Windows
- Comfort Collection Bed with Egyptian super-combed cotton linens, woolen blankets & European style duvets
- Private bathroom featuring full shower, hairdryer & premium L'Occitane bath amenities
- Spacious three-door closets and easy under-bed luggage storage
- Flatscreen satellite with movie channel
- In-room safe, writing Desk/Vanity & direct-dial telephone
- Complimentary Wi-Fi access
- Individual thermostat
- Bathrobes & slippers
Panorama Suite (Cat. B, A & P)
- Wall-to-wall Panoramic Window measuring 11'- 50% larger than industry standard (200 sq ft)
- Wall-to-wall Panoramic Window opens to transform the living space into a large Open-Air-Balcony
- Open-Air-Balcony with spacious sitting area
- Comfort Collection Bed with Egyptian super-combed cotton linens, woolen blankets & European style duvets
- Private bathroom featuring full shower, hairdryer & premium L'Occitane bath amentities
- Spacious three-door closets and easy under-bed luggage storage
- Flatscreen satellite with movie channel
- In-room safe, writing Desk/Vanity & direct-dial telephone
- Complimentary Wi-Fi access
- Individual thermostat
- Bathrobes & slippers
Royal Suite
- Wall-to-wall Panoramic Window measuring 11'- 50% larger than industry standard (300 sq ft)
- Wall-to-wall Panoramic Window opens to transform the living space into a large Open-Air-Balcony
- Open-Air-Balcony with spacious sitting area
- Comfort Collection Bed with Egyptian super-combed cotton linens, woolen blankets & European style duvets
- Private bathroom featuring full shower, hairdryer & premium L'Occitane bath amentities
- Spacious three-door closets and easy under-bed luggage storage
- Flatscreen satellite with movie channel
- In-room safe, writing Desk/Vanity & direct-dial telephone
- Complimentary Wi-Fi access
- Individual thermostat
- Bathrobes & slippers
Avalon Panorama Cruise Schedule All 248 cruise sailings by departure date on board Avalon Panorama
| Starts | Days | Name | Itinerary | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday 15 Jun 2024 | 8 | Romantic Rhine | Basel to Amsterdam | 6,031 |
| Saturday 13 Jul 2024 | 8 | Active & Discovery on the Rhine | Basel to Amsterdam | 5,892 |
| Sunday 06 Apr 2025 | 10 | The Netherlands in Bloom | Amsterdam to Amsterdam | 7,429 |
| Tuesday 15 Apr 2025 | 10 | The Netherlands in Bloom | Amsterdam to Amsterdam | 7,429 |
| Thursday 24 Apr 2025 | 10 | The Netherlands in Bloom | Amsterdam to Amsterdam | 7,579 |
| Saturday 03 May 2025 | 8 | Active & Discovery in Holland & Belgium | Amsterdam to Amsterdam | 6,529 |
| Saturday 10 May 2025 | 8 | Romantic Rhine | Amsterdam to Basel | 6,529 |
| Saturday 17 May 2025 | 8 | Romantic Rhine | Basel to Amsterdam | 6,529 |
| Saturday 24 May 2025 | 8 | Active & Discovery on the Rhine | Amsterdam to Basel | 6,529 |
| Saturday 31 May 2025 | 8 | Romantic Rhine | Basel to Amsterdam | 6,529 |
| Saturday 07 Jun 2025 | 8 | Active & Discovery on the Rhine | Amsterdam to Basel | 6,529 |
| Saturday 21 Jun 2025 | 8 | Romantic Rhine | Amsterdam to Basel | 6,529 |
| Saturday 28 Jun 2025 | 8 | Romantic Rhine | Basel to Amsterdam | 6,529 |
| Saturday 05 Jul 2025 | 8 | Active & Discovery on the Rhine | Amsterdam to Basel | 6,529 |
| Saturday 12 Jul 2025 | 8 | Romantic Rhine | Basel to Amsterdam | 6,529 |
| Saturday 19 Jul 2025 | 8 | Romantic Rhine | Amsterdam to Basel | 6,529 |
| Saturday 26 Jul 2025 | 8 | Romantic Rhine | Basel to Amsterdam | 6,529 |
| Saturday 02 Aug 2025 | 8 | Romantic Rhine | Amsterdam to Basel | 6,529 |
| Saturday 09 Aug 2025 | 8 | Romantic Rhine | Basel to Amsterdam | 6,529 |
| Saturday 06 Sep 2025 | 8 | Romantic Rhine | Basel to Amsterdam | 7,129 |
| Saturday 13 Sep 2025 | 8 | Romantic Rhine | Amsterdam to Basel | 7,129 |
| Saturday 20 Sep 2025 | 8 | Romantic Rhine | Basel to Amsterdam | 7,129 |
| Saturday 27 Sep 2025 | 8 | Romantic Rhine | Amsterdam to Basel | 7,129 |
| Saturday 04 Oct 2025 | 8 | Romantic Rhine | Basel to Amsterdam | 7,129 |
| Saturday 11 Oct 2025 | 8 | Active & Discovery on the Rhine | Amsterdam to Basel | 6,979 |
| Saturday 18 Oct 2025 | 8 | Romantic Rhine | Basel to Amsterdam | 6,829 |
| Saturday 25 Oct 2025 | 10 | Reflections on the Rhine | Amsterdam to Basel | 8,479 |
| Saturday 29 Nov 2025 | 5 | Christmastime in Alsace and Germany | Basel to Frankfurt | 4,055 |
| Saturday 06 Dec 2025 | 8 | Festive Season in the Heart of Germany with Prague | Prague to Frankfurt | 5,538 |
| Monday 08 Dec 2025 | 6 | Festive Season in the Heart of Germany | Nuremberg to Frankfurt | 4,580 |
Cruise Content
Cabin images are sourced from Avalon River Cruises. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on sailing dates.
Cabin images are sourced from Avalon River Cruises. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on sailing dates.
