River Cruising

River cruising has quickly become one of the most popular ways of traveling. From the waterways of Europe to sailing down the Mekong River, pack and unpack once and watch the beautiful scenery pass by. Find exciting itineraries for all tastes and budgets. Sail some of the most enchanting rivers like the Douro, the Danube, Rhine and many others. Hop on and off the ship for included excursions as you dock right in the heart of many of the world’s most fascinating cities.

Featured Travel Stories

Amsterdam - If you're a flower lover, a Tulip Time spring cruise in the Netherlands is already on your bucket list. If you're not a particular flower lover, it should still be on...

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Video Cruise Review: Tulips and Much More on an Avalon Spring Netherlands River Cruise
River or Ocean Cruises

This is the First US-based River Cruise Line to Restart Cruising in Europe

Europe - Americans are still barred from Europe, and Canadians are technically permitted into Europe but still under their own government restrictions against leisure travel and required... read more

River or Ocean Cruises

Discover Amsterdam's Local Food Scene on this Avalon Waterways Shore Excursion

Amsterdam - Everyone wants to try 'real' local food when they travel. But we don't always have a real local to point us in the right direction. That's... read more

Local Events

America's Tallest Monument Park Transformed in Time for One of Nation's Biggest 4th July Parties

St Louis - The view 630 feet above St. Louis from the top of its defining monument has changed after an immense, multi-year, $380-million renovation to the city's... read more