Why settle for one-size-fits-all when you can hike, cycle, paddle, cook and explore your way through Europe?

Avalon Waterways’ Active & Discovery cruises are reimagining the traditional river cruise, giving travellers more choice, flexibility and opportunities to experience destinations beyond the usual sightseeing circuit.

At the heart of the experience is Avalon Choice, offering a daily selection of included excursions across three categories: Active, Discovery and Classic. So, whether you’re looking to get moving, immerse yourself in local culture or simply take in the iconic sights, you can choose the experience that best suits your interests and pace.

Active excursions might see you cycling through a European town, hiking to an historic lookout or kayaking along the Danube. Discovery experiences take a more hands-on approach, with opportunities to enjoy cooking classes, tastings, cultural workshops and other experiences that connect you with local traditions. And for those who love the classics, guided sightseeing tours showcase the iconic highlights of each destination.

The destinations themselves provide an incredible backdrop. Cycle through tulip country in the Netherlands, sample Belgian chocolate, kayak along the Danube, hike to castles, explore the vineyards of the Rhine or indulge in the food, wine and artistry of southern France along the Rhône.

And, of course, you still enjoy one of river cruising’s greatest luxuries: unpack once and let the journey unfold. Avalon combines that effortless style of travel with the freedom to make each day your own.

Perfect for couples with different interests, multi-generational families or travellers seeking something beyond a traditional cruise, Avalon Waterways offers a fresh and immersive way to experience Europe.

Ready to choose your own adventure? Talk to the Shore Travel team about an Avalon Waterways Active & Discovery cruise, and ask about current savings of up to $6,600 per couple.