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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May 08, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Amsterdam | Bucharest | 25 | $13,077 |
May 08, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Amsterdam | Bucharest | 23 | $12,327 |
May 08, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Amsterdam | Bucharest | 22 | $12,128 |
May 08, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Amsterdam | Budapest | 15 | $7,719 |
May 21, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Bucharest | 12 | $5,137 |
May 21, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Bucharest | 10 | $4,387 |
May 22, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Bucharest | 11 | $4,858 |
May 22, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Bucharest | 9 | $4,108 |
May 22, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Bucharest | 8 | $3,909 |
May 26, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Munich | 19 | $10,097 |
May 26, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Budapest | 13 | $5,667 |
May 26, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Prague | 21 | $10,726 |
May 26, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Budapest | 12 | $5,388 |
May 28, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Munich | 17 | $9,347 |
May 28, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Budapest | 11 | $4,917 |
May 28, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Budapest | 10 | $4,638 |
May 28, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Prague | 19 | $9,976 |
May 29, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Budapest | 9 | $4,439 |
May 29, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Munich | 16 | $9,148 |
Jun 06, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Munich | 8 | $3,459 |
Jun 06, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Prague | 10 | $4,088 |
Jun 20, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Amsterdam | 16 | $7,949 |
Jul 05, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Amsterdam | Budapest | 15 | $7,219 |
Jul 19, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Munich | 8 | $4,109 |
Jul 19, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Prague | 10 | $4,738 |
Jul 24, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Prague | Budapest | 10 | $4,738 |
Jul 24, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Prague | Bucharest | 18 | $9,346 |
Jul 24, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Prague | Bucharest | 20 | $10,096 |
Jul 26, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Munich | Budapest | 8 | $4,109 |
Jul 26, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Munich | Bucharest | 18 | $9,467 |
Jul 26, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Munich | Bucharest | 15 | $8,518 |
Jul 26, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Munich | Bucharest | 16 | $8,717 |
Aug 01, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Bucharest | 12 | $5,637 |
Aug 01, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Bucharest | 10 | $4,887 |
Aug 02, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Bucharest | 11 | $5,358 |
Aug 02, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Bucharest | 9 | $4,608 |
Aug 02, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Bucharest | 8 | $4,409 |
Aug 06, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Amsterdam | 27 | $13,337 |
Aug 06, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Budapest | 13 | $6,067 |
Aug 06, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Budapest | 12 | $5,788 |
Aug 08, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Amsterdam | 25 | $12,587 |
Aug 08, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Budapest | 11 | $5,317 |
Aug 08, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Budapest | 10 | $5,038 |
Aug 09, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Budapest | 9 | $4,839 |
Aug 09, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Oltenita | Amsterdam | 24 | $12,358 |
Aug 17, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Amsterdam | 16 | $8,049 |
Sep 01, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Amsterdam | Bucharest | 25 | $13,577 |
Sep 01, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Amsterdam | Bucharest | 23 | $12,827 |
Sep 01, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Amsterdam | Bucharest | 22 | $12,628 |
Sep 01, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Amsterdam | Budapest | 15 | $7,919 |
Sep 14, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Bucharest | 12 | $5,437 |
Sep 14, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Bucharest | 10 | $4,687 |
Sep 15, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Bucharest | 11 | $5,158 |
Sep 15, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Bucharest | 9 | $4,408 |
Sep 15, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Bucharest | 8 | $4,209 |
Sep 19, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Budapest | 13 | $5,717 |
Sep 19, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Budapest | 12 | $5,438 |
Sep 21, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Budapest | 11 | $4,967 |
Sep 21, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Budapest | 10 | $4,688 |
Sep 22, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Budapest | 9 | $4,489 |
Sep 29, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Bucharest | 12 | $5,187 |
Sep 29, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Bucharest | 10 | $4,437 |
Sep 30, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Bucharest | 11 | $4,908 |
Sep 30, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Bucharest | 9 | $4,158 |
Sep 30, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Bucharest | 8 | $3,959 |
Oct 04, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Amsterdam | 27 | $13,537 |
Oct 04, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Budapest | 13 | $6,167 |
Oct 04, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Budapest | 12 | $5,888 |
Oct 06, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Amsterdam | 25 | $12,787 |
Oct 06, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Budapest | 11 | $5,417 |
Oct 06, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Budapest | 10 | $5,138 |
Oct 07, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Bucharest | Budapest | 9 | $4,939 |
Oct 07, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Oltenita | Amsterdam | 24 | $12,558 |
Oct 15, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Amsterdam | 16 | $7,649 |
Oct 30, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Amsterdam | Budapest | 15 | $7,119 |
Nov 24, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Vienna | 6 | $2,399 |
Nov 29, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Vienna | Prague | 9 | $4,058 |
Nov 29, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Vienna | Nuremberg | 7 | $3,429 |
Dec 11, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Vienna | Prague | 9 | $3,708 |
Dec 11, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Vienna | Nuremberg | 7 | $3,079 |
Dec 15, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Prague | Vienna | 9 | $4,208 |
Dec 17, 2025 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Nuremberg | Vienna | 7 | $3,579 |
Apr 02, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Amsterdam | Amsterdam | 8 | $3,930 |
Apr 09, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Amsterdam | Amsterdam | 8 | $4,130 |
Apr 16, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Amsterdam | Amsterdam | 8 | $3,480 |
Apr 23, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Amsterdam | Amsterdam | 8 | $3,580 |
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 | $3,680 |
May 28, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Prague | 10 | $4,369 |
Jun 02, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Prague | Budapest | 12 | $6,185 |
Jun 04, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Vilshofen | Budapest | 10 | $5,496 |
Jun 12, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Munich | 9 | $3,842 |
Jun 12, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Vilshofen | 7 | $2,963 |
Jun 13, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Munich | 8 | $3,543 |
Jun 13, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Vilshofen | 6 | $2,664 |
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 | $7,861 |
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 | $7,261 |
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 | $7,761 |
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 | $4,637 |
Sep 23, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Vilshofen | 7 | $3,388 |
Sep 24, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Munich | 8 | $4,338 |
Sep 24, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Vilshofen | 6 | $3,089 |
Sep 27, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Munich | Budapest | 9 | $4,762 |
Sep 27, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Munich | Budapest | 8 | $4,463 |
Sep 29, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Vilshofen | Budapest | 7 | $3,513 |
Sep 29, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Vilshofen | Budapest | 6 | $3,214 |
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 | $4,167 |
Oct 09, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Munich | Budapest | 8 | $3,868 |
Oct 11, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Vilshofen | Budapest | 7 | $3,288 |
Oct 11, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Vilshofen | Budapest | 6 | $2,989 |
Oct 16, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Budapest | Amsterdam | 15 | $7,761 |
Dec 12, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Prague | Vienna | 9 | $4,011 |
Dec 14, 2026 | Avalon Waterways | Expression | Nuremberg | Vienna | 7 | $3,322 |
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.Avalon vs. Viking: I would probably go back to Viking, but each has it's favorable points and room for improvement. The Avalon ship was spotless and the staff was quite good. The food was fine. The Cruise Director was the best I have experienced anywhere. The cabin was spacious, but I missed having the lanai. The guides were great and timing was spot-on. The onboard entertainer was mediocre at best, though, and that really was a downer. On our Viking cruise two years ago, the onboard entertainer was awesome and a good part of our social time was spent enjoying him in the lounge. This guy on Avalon could not sing and his music was intended for the 80 year old+ audience. No one danced or sang along. Disappointing. One of the special music guests was incredibly good, and the other was incredibly bad.
Our Avalon Waterways river cruise was phenomenal! So much fun! The cruise director was wonderful! The staff and the wait service are going to be missed! The excursions kept us up and moving everyday, which was expected. The local guides were all great! It was a dream vacation for sure! A guided tour of Europe was our best decision. Very happy indeed!
Very pleasant and helpful and resulted in significant savings versus booking directly.
I was a bit skeptical when I booked but that went away the first day. Everyone was very helpful and everything was fabulous, hope we can do another trip soon.
AVALON did NOT disappoint again--- this was our third Riverboat trip with Avalon. Ship was beautiful -- staff was excellent --- food was absolutely amazing. Entertainment was great -- guides for the off boat tours were very knowledgeable and personal.