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Avalon Expression
Avalon Expression is a Avalon Waterways cruise ship, in service since 2013. She carries 166 guests with a crew of 47. She sails Danube, Rhine itineraries.
About Avalon Expression
Avalon Expression is a 135-meter Suite Ship from 2013, renovated in 2018, carrying 166 guests mostly in Panorama Suites. On board are the Panorama Bistro, a fitness center, Starlink Wi-Fi and a Sky Deck with a whirlpool and the Sky Bistro for light lunches. She spends most of the year on the Danube, on Danube Symphony cruises between Vilshofen and Budapest, The Legendary Danube and the lower-Danube Balkan Discovery, and also sails Tulip Time trips in Holland and Christmas cruises in Germany.
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Editorial scores, 1 to 5 per metric; the overall is their average, not an average of reader reviews.
Deck plans
Where she sails
- DanubeGermany, Austria and Hungary to the Black Sea
- RhineAmsterdam to Basel through Germany's castles and vineyards
Home port: Budapest, Hungary.
Flying in for your cruise?
Avalon Expression sails from Budapest, Hungary. The airport is Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD), with 5 lounges to wait in before you board.
- Platinum Lounge (Non-Schengen)BUD Terminal 2B3.0 ★
- SkyCourt LoungeBUD SkyCourt3.0 ★
- Platinum Lounge (Schengen)BUD Terminal 2A2.8 ★
Quick answers
Which cruise line operates Avalon Expression?
Avalon Expression is operated by Avalon Waterways.
How big is Avalon Expression?
Avalon Expression measures 135 metres in length, with 4 decks.
How many passengers does Avalon Expression carry?
Avalon Expression carries 166 guests at double occupancy, with a crew of 47 (about 3.5 guests per crew member).
When did Avalon Expression enter service?
Avalon Expression entered service in 2013 and was last refurbished in 2018.
Where does Avalon Expression sail?
Avalon Expression sails Danube and Rhine itineraries. Her home port is Budapest, Hungary.
Which airport should I fly into for Avalon Expression?
Avalon Expression sails from Budapest, Hungary. Fly into Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD), which has 5 airport lounges listed on Lounge Frog.
Where can I find the deck plans for Avalon Expression?
Avalon Waterways publishes the deck plans for Avalon Expression; this page links to Deck plans.
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