Avalon View

Avalon View at a glance

Avalon View is a river cruise ship operated by Avalon Waterways, designed for small-group travel through the heart of Europe. Here are the essentials a traveller sizes her up by:

• Rivers sailed: Rhine, Main, and Maas
• Departure ports: Frankfurt am Main, Amsterdam, Basel, Nuremberg
• Cabin categories: Royal Suite and Deluxe Outside Cabin
• Longest sailing available: 11 nights

All current sailings depart from ports in Germany, the Netherlands and Switzerland, meaning every booking involves an international flight from Australia. When you book through Cruise1st, the cruise is the middle of a longer trip — we book the flights, the hotel either side and the transfers, as one holiday, so nothing falls through the cracks.

Cabins on Avalon View

Avalon View offers two cabin categories, each designed for two guests and with river views as standard.

The Royal Suite (grade S) is the largest suite on the ship at 27.9 m², giving couples nearly 50% more space than a Panorama Suite. It is a balcony cabin, making it the premium choice for those who want to take in the scenery from their own private outdoor space.

The Deluxe Outside Cabin (grade D) comes in at 16.0 m² and features two windows to bring in natural light and river views — more so than a standard stateroom. It is the well-priced option for travellers who want a comfortable, light-filled space without the footprint of a suite.

For a full breakdown of layouts and the ship's deck plans, visit the Avalon View cabins and deck plans page.

Where Avalon View sails

Avalon View operates exclusively in Europe, moving between three of the continent's most rewarding river systems.

The majority of sailings follow the Rhine, one of Europe's great waterways, passing through Germany, the Netherlands and Switzerland. The Main connects the Rhine heartland with cities like Nuremberg, while the Maas opens up routes through Belgium and the Netherlands — you can explore all Maas river cruises on our dedicated page.

The four main embarkation ports reflect the breadth of itineraries on offer. Frankfurt am Main is the most frequent starting point and sits at the crossroads of the Rhine and Main rivers. Cruises from Amsterdam offer a classic Dutch gateway, while Basel places you at the point where Germany, France and Switzerland meet. Nuremberg anchors the more easterly Main itineraries.

Booking Avalon View with Cruise1st

Because every Avalon View sailing departs from Europe, the flights are part of the planning — not an afterthought. Cruise1st packages the cruise with your international flights, pre- and post-cruise hotels, and airport transfers into a single Cruise1st Package, so you deal with one booking, one contact and one itinerary from departure to return.

Our Best Price Guarantee means you are not paying more by booking with us. And our Australian cruise experts are available seven days a week — call before you book if you want to talk through cabin grades, fare inclusions or which itinerary suits your travel dates. They know these ships and these rivers, and their job is to match you to the right sailing, not just confirm one.

Common questions about Avalon View

Do I need to fly to join Avalon View?

Yes. All current sailings on Avalon View depart from ports in Germany, the Netherlands or Switzerland. Australian travellers will need an international flight to reach the embarkation port. Cruise1st can bundle that flight, along with any hotels and transfers, into a single package booking.

Which cabin grade should I book on Avalon View?

If space and a private balcony are priorities, the Royal Suite at 27.9 m² is the ship's most generous option. If you want a comfortable outside cabin with natural light and river views at a lower price point, the Deluxe Outside Cabin at 16.0 m² is the practical choice. Our cruise experts can help you weigh up the options — call seven days a week before you book.

How long are the Avalon View cruises available through Cruise1st?

The longest available sailing is 11 nights. Itinerary lengths vary across the programme, so if you have a specific number of nights in mind, the search results on our Rhine and Main pages will let you filter down quickly.

Can I combine Avalon View with time in Amsterdam or Frankfurt?

Absolutely — and it makes good sense when you are flying from Australia. Both cities are major embarkation ports and worth a day or two in their own right. When you book a Cruise1st Package, pre- and post-cruise hotel nights can be added alongside your flights and transfers, all in one booking.