Avalon Alegria

Avalon Alegria

Welcome to Portugal aboard Avalon Alegria, the newest ship in the Avalon Waterways fleet of "Suite Ships." This river ship is built exclusively to sail the dreamy Douro River, known as the "River of Gold."

The beautiful Avalon Alegria is the first Avalon Waterways ship in Portugal. She made her inaugural cruise on April 3, 2024, taking her first official guests along the spectacular Douro River with beautiful vineyards, breathtaking scenic views, charming villages, and legendary destinations.

Avalon Alegria name means “happiness.” Every Avalon Alegria cruise happily begins and ends in Porto, the second biggest city in Portugal, filled with the charms of the Old World and modern vibes. While sailing aboard this ship, you can savor the delicious world-famous wines, visit centuries-old wine cellars, enjoy delicious Portuguese cuisine, and spend days adoring the beautiful panoramic scenery from the comfort of your luxurious accommodations and elegant public places with panoramic windows.

Spectacular Destinations

Avalon Alegria cruises sail along picturesque Portugal’s Douro River and beautiful cities and charming villages of one of Europe's oldest countries along the river shores. You can take Vida Portugal: Vineyards & Villages Along the Douro cruise with or without three extra nights exploring the legendary Lisbon.

The highlights of an Avalon Alegria cruise are the adventurous European itineraries that put you right in the shoes of the locals. You can fall asleep in one destination and wake up in another! Besides Portugal's most legendary landscapes, some of the places you can visit with Avalon Alegria include:

• The City of Porto with a visit to the Interpretation Centre of the Romanesque and Historical Centre, a UNESCO World Heritage site;
• Braga with guided tours to Guimarães;
• Peso da Régua;
• Lamego;
• Douro Valley with samples of olive oil and wine;
• Vila Nova de Foz Côa with a visit to the Côa Valley Archaeological site, UNESCO World Heritage site;
• More cozy villages and cities of Portugal or a guided tour to Salamanca, Spain; and more!

Between excursions, you can enjoy lecturers, specialists, and other fascinating enrichment opportunities onboard Avalon Alegria ship.

Mouthwatering Cuisine

As you sail through picturesque landscapes, sloping vineyards, and sleepy villages of Portugal, enjoying Fado music and Douro's timeless treasures aboard Avalon Alegria, you can savor the delicious cuisine of the world's oldest demarcated wine region.

The onboard chefs can impress you with regional culinary creations and familiar favorites from the freshest local ingredients. Guests can eat at the open-seating Panorama Dining Room with four-course dinners, enjoy breakfast and lunch in the buffet with healthy Avalon Fresh® options, dine al fresco on the Sky Deck, have afternoon coffee & tea with sweet treats, choose the Panorama Bistro's less formal atmosphere, etc. Avalon Alegria cruise includes complimentary beer, wine, or soft drinks with every lunch and dinner, flexible dining times, vegetarian options, Happy Hour with wine, beer, cocktails and a drink of the day in the evenings, Welcome & Farewell cocktails with canapés, and much more!

Luxurious Accommodations

Avalon Alegria carries up to 102 passengers, so you can expect personalized service, great attention from the crew to every guest, the space to relax aboard, and spacious luxury accommodations. There are 37 Panorama Suites of 200 square feet and 14 Deluxe Staterooms of 172 to 180 square feet, each filled with luxurious amenities, a friendly atmosphere, and comfortable furniture.

In your accommodations, you can enjoy your choice of mattresses, famous Egyptian cotton linens, a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer, bathrobes & slippers, an English-speaking TV with over 50 free movies, a spacious closet, under-bed storage space, an in-room safe, individual climate control, a stocked minibar, complimentary Wi-Fi, and much more!

Activities & Entertainment

When you’re not out exploring, you can discover many great things to do onboard Avalon Alegria ship.

• After a long day of tours and sightseeing, you can relax on the Sky Deck with comfortable lounge furniture and shaded areas. It’s also a great place to take in more amazing views of Douro landscapes!
• Enjoy vineyard-lined vistas of Portugal while relaxing in the first Avalon Waterways Sky Deck pool;
• Work out in the Fitness Center;
• Visit Avalon Adventure Center to get active gear, such as yoga mats, walking sticks, maps for hiking, daypacks, binoculars, etc., or find an active shore excursion from "Classic," "Active," and "Discovery" excursion choices (optional or included);
• Spend some time on the outdoor viewing deck with a hot chocolate or coffee from the self-serve beverage station!

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Ship Highlights

Suite Ship

Avalon Alegria is the 15th river cruise ship in the Avalon Waterways fleet of "Suite Ships" in Europe. She features 37 Panorama Suites of 200 square feet (more than 30% larger than the industry standard) with huge sliding glass doors that turn the entire suite into an Open-Air Balcony. Best of all, your bed, with an orthopedic mattress and your choice of pillows, faces the water! The first thing you wake up to in the morning is a spectacular view of Portugal’s Douro River. With such natural beauty in front of you, you might not even bother turning on your TV.

Complimentary Wi-Fi Access

Complimentary Wi-Fi makes it easy for you to stay connected during your unforgettable Avalon Alegria cruise in Portugal. A connection is available in your accommodations and throughout the ship; thus, you can access the internet at most times. Now, you can stay connected, research upcoming ports of call, and even keep up with business demands while you're away!

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