Expression
The Avalon Expression sets sail in Europe, adding to the unique offering of Suite Ships. The Expression's two full decks of suites feature Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Windows that transform the living space into a unique Open-Air Balcony. Cruise along the legendary Rhine, Main, and Danube Rivers, enjoying fresh breezes and enchanting scenery from the comfort of your suite.
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443
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Length
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2013
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Built Year
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47
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Crew
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166
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Pax Capacity
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67
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Suites
Sailings
| Sail Date | Operator | Ship | Departs | Returns | Length | Price |
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| Apr 09, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Amsterdam | Amsterdam | 8 | $4,130 |
| Apr 16, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Amsterdam | Amsterdam | 8 | $3,730 |
| Apr 23, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Amsterdam | Amsterdam | 8 | $4,330 |
| Apr 30, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Amsterdam | Amsterdam | 8 | $4,330 |
| May 07, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Amsterdam | Amsterdam | 8 | $4,430 |
| May 14, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Amsterdam | Budapest | 15 | $7,961 |
| May 28, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Vilshofen | 8 | $4,430 |
| May 28, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Prague | 10 | $5,119 |
| Jun 02, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Prague | Budapest | 12 | $5,685 |
| Jun 04, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Vilshofen | Budapest | 10 | $4,996 |
| Jun 12, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Munich | 9 | $3,967 |
| Jun 12, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Vilshofen | 7 | $3,088 |
| Jun 13, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Munich | 8 | $3,668 |
| Jun 13, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Vilshofen | 6 | $2,789 |
| Jun 16, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Prague | Budapest | 10 | $5,119 |
| Jun 18, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Vilshofen | Budapest | 8 | $4,430 |
| Jun 25, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Amsterdam | 15 | $7,361 |
| Jul 09, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Amsterdam | Bucharest | 23 | $11,000 |
| Jul 09, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Amsterdam | Bucharest | 22 | $10,791 |
| Jul 09, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Amsterdam | Budapest | 15 | $6,761 |
| Jul 09, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Amsterdam | Bucharest | 25 | $11,810 |
| Jul 12, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Munich | 19 | $9,412 |
| Jul 12, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Prague | 21 | $10,101 |
| Jul 14, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Munich | 17 | $8,602 |
| Jul 14, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Prague | 19 | $9,291 |
| Jul 15, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Munich | 16 | $8,393 |
| Jul 23, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Vilshofen | 8 | $4,330 |
| Jul 23, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Prague | 10 | $5,019 |
| Jul 28, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Prague | Budapest | 10 | $5,019 |
| Jul 30, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Vilshofen | Budapest | 8 | $4,330 |
| Aug 20, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Amsterdam | 15 | $6,761 |
| Sep 03, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Amsterdam | Amsterdam | 8 | $4,730 |
| Sep 10, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Amsterdam | Budapest | 15 | $7,961 |
| Sep 23, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Munich | 9 | $4,862 |
| Sep 23, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Vilshofen | 7 | $3,613 |
| Sep 24, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Vilshofen | 6 | $3,314 |
| Sep 27, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Munich | Budapest | 9 | $5,012 |
| Sep 27, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Munich | Budapest | 8 | $4,713 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Vilshofen | Budapest | 7 | $3,763 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Vilshofen | Budapest | 6 | $3,464 |
| Oct 03, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Vilshofen | 9 | $5,179 |
| Oct 03, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Prague | 11 | $5,868 |
| Oct 04, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Prague | 10 | $5,519 |
| Oct 04, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Vilshofen | 8 | $4,830 |
| Oct 09, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Munich | Budapest | 9 | $4,292 |
| Oct 09, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Munich | Budapest | 8 | $3,993 |
| Oct 11, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Vilshofen | Budapest | 7 | $3,413 |
| Oct 11, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Vilshofen | Budapest | 6 | $3,114 |
| Oct 16, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Amsterdam | 15 | $6,261 |
| Nov 06, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Basel | Munich | 11 | $5,542 |
| Nov 06, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Basel | Nuremberg | 9 | $4,663 |
| Dec 12, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Prague | Vienna | 9 | $3,636 |
| Dec 14, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Nuremberg | Vienna | 7 | $2,947 |
| Mar 31, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Vilshofen | 8 | $2,651 |
| Mar 31, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Prague | 10 | $3,400 |
| Apr 05, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Prague | Budapest | 12 | $4,372 |
| Apr 07, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Vilshofen | Budapest | 10 | $3,623 |
| Apr 15, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Munich | 9 | $4,257 |
| Apr 15, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Vilshofen | 7 | $3,308 |
| Apr 16, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Munich | 8 | $3,928 |
| Apr 16, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Vilshofen | 6 | $2,979 |
| Apr 28, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Vilshofen | 8 | $3,651 |
| Apr 28, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Prague | 10 | $4,400 |
| May 03, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Munich | Budapest | 9 | $4,482 |
| May 03, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Munich | Budapest | 8 | $4,153 |
| May 05, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Vilshofen | Budapest | 7 | $3,533 |
| May 05, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Vilshofen | Budapest | 6 | $3,204 |
| May 10, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Amsterdam | 15 | $7,203 |
| May 24, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Amsterdam | Budapest | 15 | $7,203 |
| Jun 06, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Munich | 9 | $4,382 |
| Jun 06, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Vilshofen | 7 | $3,433 |
| Jun 07, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Munich | 8 | $4,053 |
| Jun 07, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Vilshofen | 6 | $3,104 |
| Jun 08, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Vilshofen | 19 | $8,857 |
| Jun 08, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Prague | 21 | $9,606 |
| Jun 10, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Vilshofen | 17 | $7,997 |
| Jun 10, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Prague | Bucharest | 18 | $8,110 |
| Jun 10, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Prague | Budapest | 10 | $4,250 |
| Jun 10, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Prague | 19 | $8,746 |
| Jun 10, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Prague | Bucharest | 20 | $8,970 |
| Jun 11, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Oltenita | Vilshofen | 16 | $7,738 |
| Jun 12, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Vilshofen | Bucharest | 18 | $8,221 |
| Jun 12, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Vilshofen | Oltenita | 15 | $7,102 |
| Jun 12, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Vilshofen | Bucharest | 16 | $7,361 |
| Jun 12, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Vilshofen | Budapest | 8 | $3,501 |
| Jun 19, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Vilshofen | 8 | $3,751 |
| Jun 19, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Prague | 10 | $4,500 |
| Jul 03, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Amsterdam | 15 | $6,003 |
| Jul 17, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Amsterdam | Budapest | 15 | $6,003 |
| Jul 30, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Munich | 9 | $4,257 |
| Jul 30, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Vilshofen | 7 | $3,308 |
| Jul 31, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Munich | 8 | $3,928 |
| Jul 31, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Vilshofen | 6 | $2,979 |
| Aug 03, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Prague | Budapest | 10 | $3,900 |
| Aug 05, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Vilshofen | Budapest | 8 | $3,151 |
| Aug 26, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Amsterdam | 15 | $6,203 |
| Sep 09, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Amsterdam | Budapest | 15 | $6,953 |
| Sep 23, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Vilshofen | 8 | $4,401 |
| Sep 23, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Prague | 10 | $5,150 |
| Sep 28, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Prague | Budapest | 10 | $4,900 |
| Sep 30, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Vilshofen | Budapest | 8 | $4,151 |
| Oct 06, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Vilshofen | 9 | $4,540 |
| Oct 06, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Prague | 11 | $5,289 |
| Oct 07, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Prague | 10 | $4,900 |
| Oct 07, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Vilshofen | 8 | $4,151 |
| Oct 12, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Munich | Budapest | 9 | $4,582 |
| Oct 12, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Munich | Budapest | 8 | $4,253 |
| Oct 14, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Vilshofen | Budapest | 7 | $3,633 |
| Oct 14, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Vilshofen | Budapest | 6 | $3,304 |
| Oct 19, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Amsterdam | 15 | $5,603 |
| Nov 25, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Basel | Nuremberg | 10 | $6,272 |
| Nov 25, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Basel | Frankfurt | 5 | $2,793 |
| Nov 25, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Basel | Vienna | 16 | $10,387 |
| Nov 25, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Basel | Prague | 12 | $7,161 |
| Nov 29, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Frankfurt | Vienna | 12 | $7,594 |
| Nov 29, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Frankfurt | Nuremberg | 6 | $3,329 |
| Nov 29, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Frankfurt | Prague | 8 | $4,218 |
| Dec 02, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Prague | Vienna | 9 | $4,714 |
| Dec 04, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Nuremberg | Vienna | 7 | $3,965 |
| Dec 10, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Vienna | Prague | 9 | $4,364 |
| Dec 10, 2027 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Vienna | Nuremberg | 7 | $3,615 |
Ship Information
- Maiden Voyage: 2013
- Length: 443
- Passenger Capacity: 166
- Normal Crew Size: 47
- Staterooms: 83
- Suites: 67
Dining
Early Riser Coffee, 6 a.m. Start your day right with self-service coffee, hot water, croissants, cookies, and assorted finger foods. Breakfast Buffet, 7 a.m.-8:30 a.m.
Enjoy a tempting selection of breads, cereals, fruits, cold cuts and cheeses, smoked salmon, pastries, yogurts, and juices. Hot items such as eggs, sausage, and bacon vary daily.
*Buffet breakfast items are conveniently color coded on all Avalon Waterways river cruise ships to indicate foods that are low calorie, low fat/low calorie, high fiber, low cholesterol, and high energy
Lunch Buffet, 12:30 p.m. Select from intriguing appetizers, hearty soups, hot dishes, homemade breads, cold cuts and cheeses, salads, and delectable desserts. Afternoon Tea, 4 p.m. Take a mid-day break with coffee or tea and cake or cookies served in the lounge or on the top deck. Dinner, 7:30 p.m. Dine elegantly with a sit-down meal served in a single sitting. The chef will delight you with gourmet selections and the perfect, complimentary wines (complimentary beer or soft drinks also available). Menus typically feature an appetizer, soup, entree, dessert, and coffee or tea.
Note: Meal times may vary depending on cruise schedule.
Age Restrictions
Travelers who are less than 18 years old on the departure date must be accompanied by an adult throughout the duration of the vacation. We do not accept children less than 8 years old on any Avalon Waterways vacations. If a child will be traveling with adults other than the parents or with only one parent, it is recommended that a notarized letter be written by the parents or non-traveling parent granting authorization to travel, including the dates of travel.
Tipping
Gratuities on board and on land are not included in the cruise price. Tipping is a personal way to show your satisfaction for good service and is always appreciated. It is recommended that tips be paid in cash.
Cabins
Square Footage: 172
Category E
Staterooms have comfort collection beds, deluxe beds with memory foam mattress toppers, Egyptian super-combed cotton linens, European-style duvets, choice of soft or firm pillows, extra blankets, choice of bed configuration, nightly turn-down service, bedside tables with reading lamps, hair dryer, L'Occitane bath amenities, spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage, easy under-bed luggage storage, flat screen satellite TV with movie channels, alarm clock, direct-dial telephone, bathrobes & slippers, well-stocked minibar, complimentary bottled water, in-room safe, individual climate control, elegant, contemporary design throughout, and a large mirror in bathroom. Located on Indigo Deck Forward.
Square Footage: 172
Category D
Staterooms have comfort collection beds, deluxe beds with memory foam mattress toppers, egyptian super-combed cotton linens, European-style duvets, nightly turn-down service, bedside tables with reading lamps, hair dryer, L'Occitane bath amenities, spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage, easy under-bed luggage storage, flat screen satellite TV with movie channels, alarm clock, direct-dial telephone, bathrobes & slippers, well-stocked minibar, in-room safe, individual climate control, elegant, contemporary design throughout, and a large mirror in bathroom. Located on Indigo Deck Aft.
Square Footage: 200
Category B
Panorama Suites feature comfort collection beds, deluxe beds with memory foam mattress toppers, Egyptian super-combed cotton linens, European-style duvets, nightly turn-down service, bedside tables with reading lamps, hair dryer, L'Occitane bath amenities, spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage, easy under-bed luggage storage, flat screen satellite TV with movie channels, well-stocked minibar, wall-to-wall panoramic window with open-air Balcony, open-air balcony with full 6-person seating area. Located on Sapphire Deck Aft.
Square Footage: 200
Category A
Panorama Suites feature comfort collection beds, deluxe beds with memory foam mattress toppers, Egyptian super-combed cotton linens, European-style duvets, nightly turn-down service, bedside tables with reading lamps, hair dryer, L'Occitane bath amenities, spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage, easy under-bed luggage storage, flat screen satellite TV with movie channels, well-stocked minibar, wall-to-wall panoramic window with open-air Balcony, open-air balcony with full 6-person seating area. Located on Sapphire Deck Forward.
Square Footage: 200
Category P
Panorama Suites feature comfort collection beds, deluxe beds with memory foam mattress toppers, Egyptian super-combed cotton linens, European-style duvets, nightly turn-down service, bedside tables with reading lamps, hair dryer, L'Occitane bath amenities, spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage, easy under-bed luggage storage, flat screen satellite TV with movie channels, well-stocked minibar, wall-to-wall panoramic window with open-air Balcony, open-air balcony with full 6-person seating area. Located on Royal Deck.
Square Footage: 300
Category Royal Suite
Suites include Comfort Collection Beds, Deluxe beds with memory foam mattress toppers, Egyptian super-combed cotton linens, European-style duvets, Nightly turn-down service, bedside tables with reading lamps, Hair dryer, L'Occitane bath amenities, Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage, Easy under-bed luggage storage, Flatscreen satellite TV with movie channels, Alarm clock, Direct-dial telephone, Bathrobes & slippers, Well-stocked minibar, In-room safe Individual climate control, Elegant, contemporary design throughout, Large mirror in bathroom, Marble countertops in bathroom, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Complimentary use of iPad mobile digital devices, Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Window with Open-Air Balcony, Open-Air Balcony with full 6-person seating area, Full shower with glass door, Writing desk and Coffee table. Located on Royal Deck.
Life on Board
Dining Room
When it comes to dining, you'll savor your destination in more ways than one. Professional chefs will delight your taste buds with regional specialties as well as Western favorites. Located on the Sapphire Deck.
Panorama Bistro
Enjoy a light dinner alternative in the Panorama Bistro featuring regional specialties and wines. Located on the Royal Deck.
Sky Bistro
Why not sit outside and enjoy your lunch while watching the passing scenery. Located on the Sky Deck.
Club Lounge
An ever-changing landscape serves as the ultimate backdrop as you relax in the Club Lounge. Located on the Royal Deck.
Internet Corner
If you need to check your email and keep in touch, there are computers available for your personal use. Located on the Royal Deck.
Observation Lounge
Enjoy onboard lectures, activities & nightly entertainment with any outside viewing area. Located on the Royal Deck.
Panorama Lounge
Sit back and relax meeting new friends while having a drink at the lounge. Located on the Royal Deck.
Sky Deck
Relax at the Sky Deck with premium lounge chairs and a shade system or have fun at the game area. Located on the Sky Deck.
Fitness Center
The Fitness Center is well equipped so you can stick to your fitness program while on vacation. Take advantage of state-of-the-art cardio equipment while enjoying the view of unforgettable passing landscapes. Located on the Indigo Deck.
Salon
Of course you want to look your best on vacation, there is a salon for all your hair care and manicure needs. Located on the Royal Deck.
Whirlpool
The whirlpool is the perfect place to unwind after an exciting day of sightseeing. Located on the Sky Deck.Aga is the best. She responded to you promptly and goes out of her way to answer your questions. I had a complication situation in which the Avalon itinerary did not match and thus had arranged for buisiness in one city when indeed the ship was in another city. She call operations for the company found out the exact time things would occur and made a great recommendation for when i could have my business meeting. I encourage management to recognize her efforts!
Our vacation with Avalon Waterways was fantastic. The Tour Guide, Tony was the best person we have ever met for this type of tour. We are excited to look at other river cruises and will book with them again
All was good EXCEPT the optional tours were not worth it. The places were beautiful by the guides were not helpful.
OUr cruise was exactly as described and actually exceeded our expectations. Everything was so well done. Ship was great. Staff wonderful. Food excellennt. Couldn't have asked for moore.


Avalon River Cruises are GREAT!!! It is even more wonderful than Ocean Cruising. We will do this again.