Avalon Waterways has revealed it will boost its presence in Asia next year, introducing a new ship as well as a range of new itineraries in Vietnam and Myanmar.
In a move which will double its capacity in Vietnam, the cruise line will launch the 36-passenger Avalon Saigon in September 2018. The new ship will join sister ship Avalon Siem Reap on the Mekong River, offering weekly departures and a variety of cruises including two new 18 and 21-day sailings.
As well as the two new Mekong itineraries, Avalon is also introducing a new 16-day itinerary on Myanmar’s Irrawaddy River.
The new cruises are included in Avalon Waterways’ new 2018 program which also features an expansion of the cruise line’s popular Active Discovery cruises in Europe to include sailings on the Rhine.
The new eight-day cruises depart alternately from Frankfurt and Amsterdam and feature a variety of engaging excursions, from a hike along Germany’s Rheinstag to a bike tour along the Rhine and a running tour of Amsterdam.
To mark the launch of the 2018 program, Avalon Waterways is offering holiday credit of up to $2600* per couple on a range of departures in Asia and $2400* per couple in Europe.
Available on bookings until June 6, 2017, the credit can be applied in several ways, from international flights to an upgrade on the chosen cruise or the addition of a Monograms city break or coach tour with sister brands Globus and Cosmos.
Globus National Marketing Manager Chris Fundell said the offer would allow travellers to personalise their holiday experience.
“Travel today is all about choice, so we have designed our latest offer to provide our guests with more flexibility and more options when planning their dream trip. Whether they want to add on a city stay at the end of their cruise, see a bit more of the region or simply upgrade their cabin, it’s their choice,” Mr Fundell said.
Popular itineraries available with the Avalon Choice Holiday Credit offer include:
• Romantic Rhine – eight-day cruise between Amsterdam and Zurich, departing 31 March, 2018 and priced from $2201* per person twin share – includes $2400* holiday credit per couple.
• Active Discovery on the Rhine – a new eight-day cruise from Frankfurt to Amsterdam, departing July 15, 2018 and priced from $3355* per person twin share – includes $2400* holiday credit per couple.
• The Danube from the Black Sea to Budapest – 12 days between Bucharest and Budapest, departing July 11, 2018 and priced from $4324* per person twin share – includes $2400* holiday credit per couple.
• The Heart of Cambodia & Vietnam – a new 18-day cruise from Siem Reap to Hanoi, departing July 9, 2018 and priced from $7309* per person twin share – includes $2600* holiday credit per couple.
• Spirit of Myanmar & The Untouched Upper Irrawaddy – a new 16 day cruise roundtrip from Yangon, departing April 17, 2018 and priced from $7496* per person twin share – includes $2600* holiday credit per couple.
Solo travellers are also in line for some great offers, with Avalon introducing a waiver on single supplements for 2018 cruises until June 6, 2017. Guests can save up to $9215* on a range of European itineraries and up to $6178* on Asia cruises.
For full details visit www.globusfamily.com.au or see your local travel agent..
*Prices based on lead-in stateroom accommodation and include taxes, subject to availability and conditions. Available for bookings until June 6, 2017, or until sold out.
SOURCE: Avalon Waterways