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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.

    • 443

    • Length
    • 2013

    • Built Year
    • 47

    • Crew
    • 166

    • Pax Capacity
    • 67

    • Suites

Sailings

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Sail Date Operator Ship Departs Returns Length Price
Apr 09, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionAmsterdamAmsterdam8$4,130
Apr 16, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionAmsterdamAmsterdam8$3,730
Apr 23, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionAmsterdamAmsterdam8$4,330
Apr 30, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionAmsterdamAmsterdam8$4,330
May 07, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionAmsterdamAmsterdam8$4,430
May 14, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionAmsterdamBudapest15$7,961
May 28, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestVilshofen8$4,430
May 28, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestPrague10$5,119
Jun 02, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionPragueBudapest12$5,685
Jun 04, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionVilshofenBudapest10$4,996
Jun 12, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestMunich9$3,967
Jun 12, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestVilshofen7$3,088
Jun 13, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestMunich8$3,668
Jun 13, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestVilshofen6$2,789
Jun 16, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionPragueBudapest10$5,119
Jun 18, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionVilshofenBudapest8$4,430
Jun 25, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestAmsterdam15$7,361
Jul 09, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionAmsterdamBucharest23$11,000
Jul 09, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionAmsterdamBucharest22$10,791
Jul 09, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionAmsterdamBudapest15$6,761
Jul 09, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionAmsterdamBucharest25$11,810
Jul 12, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBucharestMunich19$9,412
Jul 12, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBucharestPrague21$10,101
Jul 14, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBucharestMunich17$8,602
Jul 14, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBucharestPrague19$9,291
Jul 15, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBucharestMunich16$8,393
Jul 23, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestVilshofen8$4,330
Jul 23, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestPrague10$5,019
Jul 28, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionPragueBudapest10$5,019
Jul 30, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionVilshofenBudapest8$4,330
Aug 20, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestAmsterdam15$6,761
Sep 03, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionAmsterdamAmsterdam8$4,730
Sep 10, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionAmsterdamBudapest15$7,961
Sep 23, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestMunich9$4,862
Sep 23, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestVilshofen7$3,613
Sep 24, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestVilshofen6$3,314
Sep 27, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionMunichBudapest9$5,012
Sep 27, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionMunichBudapest8$4,713
Sep 29, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionVilshofenBudapest7$3,763
Sep 29, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionVilshofenBudapest6$3,464
Oct 03, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestVilshofen9$5,179
Oct 03, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestPrague11$5,868
Oct 04, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestPrague10$5,519
Oct 04, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestVilshofen8$4,830
Oct 09, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionMunichBudapest9$4,292
Oct 09, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionMunichBudapest8$3,993
Oct 11, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionVilshofenBudapest7$3,413
Oct 11, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionVilshofenBudapest6$3,114
Oct 16, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestAmsterdam15$6,261
Nov 06, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBaselMunich11$5,542
Nov 06, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBaselNuremberg9$4,663
Dec 12, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionPragueVienna9$3,636
Dec 14, 2026Avalon WaterwaysExpressionNurembergVienna7$2,947
Mar 31, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestVilshofen8$2,651
Mar 31, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestPrague10$3,400
Apr 05, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionPragueBudapest12$4,372
Apr 07, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionVilshofenBudapest10$3,623
Apr 15, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestMunich9$4,257
Apr 15, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestVilshofen7$3,308
Apr 16, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestMunich8$3,928
Apr 16, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestVilshofen6$2,979
Apr 28, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestVilshofen8$3,651
Apr 28, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestPrague10$4,400
May 03, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionMunichBudapest9$4,482
May 03, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionMunichBudapest8$4,153
May 05, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionVilshofenBudapest7$3,533
May 05, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionVilshofenBudapest6$3,204
May 10, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestAmsterdam15$7,203
May 24, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionAmsterdamBudapest15$7,203
Jun 06, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestMunich9$4,382
Jun 06, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestVilshofen7$3,433
Jun 07, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestMunich8$4,053
Jun 07, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestVilshofen6$3,104
Jun 08, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBucharestVilshofen19$8,857
Jun 08, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBucharestPrague21$9,606
Jun 10, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBucharestVilshofen17$7,997
Jun 10, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionPragueBucharest18$8,110
Jun 10, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionPragueBudapest10$4,250
Jun 10, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBucharestPrague19$8,746
Jun 10, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionPragueBucharest20$8,970
Jun 11, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionOltenitaVilshofen16$7,738
Jun 12, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionVilshofenBucharest18$8,221
Jun 12, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionVilshofenOltenita15$7,102
Jun 12, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionVilshofenBucharest16$7,361
Jun 12, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionVilshofenBudapest8$3,501
Jun 19, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestVilshofen8$3,751
Jun 19, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestPrague10$4,500
Jul 03, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestAmsterdam15$6,003
Jul 17, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionAmsterdamBudapest15$6,003
Jul 30, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestMunich9$4,257
Jul 30, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestVilshofen7$3,308
Jul 31, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestMunich8$3,928
Jul 31, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestVilshofen6$2,979
Aug 03, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionPragueBudapest10$3,900
Aug 05, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionVilshofenBudapest8$3,151
Aug 26, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestAmsterdam15$6,203
Sep 09, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionAmsterdamBudapest15$6,953
Sep 23, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestVilshofen8$4,401
Sep 23, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestPrague10$5,150
Sep 28, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionPragueBudapest10$4,900
Sep 30, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionVilshofenBudapest8$4,151
Oct 06, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestVilshofen9$4,540
Oct 06, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestPrague11$5,289
Oct 07, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestPrague10$4,900
Oct 07, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestVilshofen8$4,151
Oct 12, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionMunichBudapest9$4,582
Oct 12, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionMunichBudapest8$4,253
Oct 14, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionVilshofenBudapest7$3,633
Oct 14, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionVilshofenBudapest6$3,304
Oct 19, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBudapestAmsterdam15$5,603
Nov 25, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBaselNuremberg10$6,272
Nov 25, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBaselFrankfurt5$2,793
Nov 25, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBaselVienna16$10,387
Nov 25, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionBaselPrague12$7,161
Nov 29, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionFrankfurtVienna12$7,594
Nov 29, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionFrankfurtNuremberg6$3,329
Nov 29, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionFrankfurtPrague8$4,218
Dec 02, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionPragueVienna9$4,714
Dec 04, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionNurembergVienna7$3,965
Dec 10, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionViennaPrague9$4,364
Dec 10, 2027Avalon WaterwaysExpressionViennaNuremberg7$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

Category E
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.




Category D
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.




Category B
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.




Category A
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.




Category P
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.




Category Royal Suite
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

Recreation

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.

Recreation

Panorama Bistro

Enjoy a light dinner alternative in the Panorama Bistro featuring regional specialties and wines. Located on the Royal Deck.

Recreation

Sky Bistro

Why not sit outside and enjoy your lunch while watching the passing scenery. Located on the Sky Deck.

Recreation

Club Lounge

An ever-changing landscape serves as the ultimate backdrop as you relax in the Club Lounge. Located on the Royal Deck.

Recreation

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.

Recreation

Observation Lounge

Enjoy onboard lectures, activities & nightly entertainment with any outside viewing area. Located on the Royal Deck.

Recreation

Panorama Lounge

Sit back and relax meeting new friends while having a drink at the lounge. Located on the Royal Deck.

Recreation

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.

Recreation

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.

Recreation

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.

Recreation

Whirlpool

The whirlpool is the perfect place to unwind after an exciting day of sightseeing. Located on the Sky Deck.

Expression Customer Reviews

Ratings based off 66 reviews about Expression - currently showing 5 reviews with comments only
JS
Julie
Reviewed on Oct 21, 2015

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

BT
Barbara

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!

RH
Ronald

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

RM
Ronald

All was good EXCEPT the optional tours were not worth it. The places were beautiful by the guides were not helpful.

JB
Janet

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.



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