Avalon Waterways is inviting travellers to turn down the heat and turn up the charm with its Cozy Cruise Collection – cool getaways bundled into Europe’s most crowd-free, picture-perfect and magical months. From vineyard-clad valleys to twinkle-lit towns, Avalon’s fall-to-winter cruises offer a cooler kind of cruise – and there’s still limited space for 2025.
“Cozy cruising is finding its moment,” said Pam Hoffee, president of Avalon Waterways. “Travellers are craving authenticity, beauty and even more breathing room. Our harvest, off-season and Christmas Market cruises deliver that and more. They’re immersive, indulgent and incredibly special. And there’s still space to make 2025 travel dreams come true.”
With some 2025 availability remaining – especially on off-season cruises – the collection invites cruisers to wrap-up their year of travel with Avalon.
Harvest Season Cruises (mid-October to mid-November):
Uncork autumn’s magic as Europe’s vines turn gold. Avalon’s wine-themed cruises pour on the charm with curated tastings, vineyard visits, golden light and fewer crowds. Sip, sail and savour your way through the season on these cruises:
- Romantic Rhine for Wine Lovers – Southbound / Northbound
- Danube Dreams for Wine Lovers – Westbound / Eastbound
- Burgundy & Provence for Wine Lovers – Southbound / Northbound
- The Rhine & Moselle for Wine Lovers – Northbound
Off-Season Cruises (November):
Not quite autumn. Not quite advent. Just quite perfect. Get on board an off-season cruise – and enjoy the best of Europe without the crowds. From castle towns to riverside villages, experience the cozier side of the continent with fewer lines, lower fares (up to 35% less than peak season) and all the warmth wrapped in an unforgettable cruise!
- Romantic Rhine (November sailings) – Southbound / Northbound
- Danube Dreams (November sailings) – Westbound / Eastbound
- Paris to Normandy (November sailings)
- Bonjour Bordeaux (November sailings)
Christmastime Cruises (Cruises Featuring Christmas Markets):
Step into a snow globe of gingerbread villages and glowing markets. Avalon’s beloved Christmas cruises still have select spots available for 2025. On these cruises with limited space, expect mulled wine, cobblestone streets and warm memories from bow to stern:
- Christmastime on the Romantic Rhine – Southbound / Northbound
- Christmastime on the Danube – Westbound / Eastbound
With unmatched Suite Ship views, immersive excursions and room to breathe, Avalon’s Cozy Cruise Collection is redefining what it means to cruise in style – and in season.
To learn more, visit Cozy Cruise Collection. Travel Advisors can find more at the traveladvisorportal.ca.
