With approximately 300+ days of sunshine each year, you’ll certainly be chasing the sun in Portugal. If that’s not enough to put it on your bucket list, there is everything from vibrant cities and stunning coastlines to a rich history and divine cuisine to boot. While its lands offer so much to explore, don’t overlook its waters – namely the Douro River. From sleepy villages to centuries-old wine cellars, discover the […]
The Lower Danube is often overlooked by other European rivers, yet it’s as equally intriguing. From Central Europe to the Balkans, this river connects capitals to countryside towns. Exploring the Lower Danube with Avalon Waterways is an unforgettable adventure, offering a seamless way to experience its diversity. Grand capitals shaped by the Danube There’s no better place to start your Lower Danube river cruise […]
Being on holiday doesn’t mean you should have to take a pause from your hobbies. That’s why Avalon Waterways has created their collection of special interest river cruises. Complement stories with stout, winding scenery with wine, palatial impressions with photography, and fairytale villages with holiday festivities. Pack your passions on one of these special interest river cruises with […]
The Danube River’s ebbs and flows deliver a melting pot of cultures, cuisines and history. This legendary river doesn’t just flow through Europe; it connects it. With fairytale towns, magnificent capital cities and vineyard-lined valleys, here’s why a Danube river cruise is the best way to explore Central Europe. Unpack once, see it all One of the many perks of river […]
Flowing from the glacial waters of the Swiss Alps to the Mediterranean Sea, the Rhône River winds its way through the lush lavender fields, sun-washed storybook villages and fabled French vineyards that inspired Van Gogh, Cézanne and Gaugin. Here’s why you should say ‘oui’ to the Rhône. Savour the savoir-faire Treat yourself to the lands of […]
Tiptoe through the tulips…or float past them, cycle past them and even paint them on an Active & Discovery in Holland and Belgium river cruise. Flower fields and markets, classic paintings and street art come to life when experiencing them in interactive ways. Choose from Classic, Active or Discovery excursions each day – there’s no better way to soak in the culture of […]