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Friday, February 05, 2010
Overview
Pure luxury and unrivalled Swiss hospitality await you on the 
Royal Lotus, built in 2005. This new, modern river vessel offers spacious accommodations and a range of public areas from where you can absorb the ever-changing panorama between Luxor and Aswan. The luxuriously furnished cabins, each with an area of approx. 22 square meters, mirror the colors of the landscape of Upper Egypt and their panoramic windows offer unhindered views of the spectacular ever-changing scenery. The Royal Lotus restaurant serves mouth-watering meals, while the elegantly decorated Crescent Lounge and Bar are the perfect place to relax with a drink after a day of sightseeing. A dip into the refreshing plunge pool may be just what you desire, and the loungers are perfect for sun worshippers. There is also a fully equipped fitness room, bridge tables for card enthusiasts in the Observation Bar, and a dance floor in the Crescent Bar and Lounge. The Royal Lotus accommodates 124 passengers.
Ship Amenities
- All staterooms feature large closets, individual climate control, telephone, color satellite TV, radio, minibar, safe, hair dryer and modern bathrooms with shower
- All staterooms are outside and have large picture windows
- One sitting at mealtimes
- Relax in the Crescent Lounge or Observation Bar
- Enjoy the fully equipped exercise room
- Refresh yourself in the plunge pool or relax in heated Jacuzzi
- Enjoy personal service from our English speaking staff
- Internet access available
Deck Plans
Cabins
62 cabins
Standard Cabin
237 sq. ft.
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Friday, February 05, 2010
Overview
Victoria Cruises will expand its fleet with the introduction of the Victoria Jenna in 2010. The Victoria Jenna will be the largest ship in the company’s fleet as well as boast the highest passenger capacity of all vessels sailing the mighty Yangtze.
The Victoria Jenna will have 207 cabins (186 standard accommodations, 19 junior suites, 2 deluxe suites and 2 Shangri-la suites) and a crew of approximately 179. At a gross tonnage of 8,000, the five-passenger deck vessel will be 436 feet long, 54.4 feet wide, 50 feet high and feature a draft of 2.6 meters.
Ship Amenities
- All staterooms are outside and feature floor-to-ceiling windows & private balconies
- Except for a small area in the Yangtze lounge, the interior of the vessel is non-smoking
- Relax in the Yangtze Club or the library
- Enjoy the fitness center
- Pamper yourself in a visit to the hair salon
- Enjoy personal service from our English-speaking staff
- Open seating in dining room at Avalon tables
- Single-sitting main dining room & á la carte restaurant
- Wine included with all onboard dinners
- Internet access is available
- Sun Deck
Deck Plans
Staterooms
| Shangri-La Suites - 587.71 sq. ft. |  |
| Deluxe Suites - 428.19 sq. ft. |  |
| Executive Suites - 333.47 sq. ft. |  |
| Superior Cabins - 224.64 sq. ft. |  |
Friday, February 05, 2010
Overview
The Victoria Anna, built in 2006, is setting the standard 
for Yangtze river cruising. A three-story atrium lobby welcomes guests to a decor blending modern comfort and elegant Asian design. A large sun deck, two lounges, three bars, a gym, library, multiple gift shops, and two elevators complement two restaurants including a main dining room and an à la carte restaurant. All of the ship's generously sized cabins include floor-to-ceiling windows with a glass door opening to a private balcony. The Victoria Anna accommodates 226 passengers. The newest and most luxurious ship on the Yangtze, the Victoria Anna promises a journey of unbelievable comfort and grand style.
Ship Amenities
- All staterooms are outside and feature floor-to-ceiling windows & private balconies
- Except for a small area in the Yangtze lounge, the interior of the vessel is non-smoking
- Relax in the Yangtze Club or the library
- Enjoy the fitness center
- Pamper yourself in a visit to the hair salon
- Enjoy personal service from our English-speaking staff
- Open seating in dining room at Avalon tables
- Single-sitting main dining room & á la carte restaurant
- Wine included with all onboard dinners
- Internet access is available
- Sun Deck
Deck Plans
Staterooms
| Shangri-La Suites - 632.92 sq. ft. |  |
| Deluxe Suites - 373.30 sq. ft. |  |
| Executive Suites - 319.69 sq. ft. |  |
| Superior Cabins - 226.04 sq. ft. |  |
Friday, February 05, 2010
Overview
From the minute you step on board the Avalon Poetry you know
this vessel is different. The gleaming two-story lobby, lit by a central glass skylight, is a preview of the light, airy feel and the spectacular views you'll enjoy on your river cruise. Built to the highest standards and equipped with state of the art technology, this modern and spacious river cruise ship will make your vacation a delight! Add the friendliness and unsurpassed personal service of the English-speaking staff on board, and you'll immediately feel welcome and at home.
The interior is designed by the well-known interior architect, Hans Sabert. There are four junior suites on the Avalon Poetry® (258 square feet) and the vessel boast some of the largest staterooms (at 172 square feet) of any river cruiser; they are all outside staterooms. Some have picture windows, while 70% have a floor to ceiling sliding glass door from which to enjoy the passing scenery. The Avalon Poetry® accommodates 176 passengers in 84 staterooms and four junior suites.
The dining room, lounge and other recreation areas are spacious and airy with both the dining room and lounge offering floor to ceiling windows so passengers can enjoy panoramic views. Unique to this vessel is the glazed lobby that is open through to the Sky Deck with a central glass cupola-a sparkling welcome to passengers. The vessel has an exercise room outfitted with fitness equipment and a whirlpool that can accommodate six people. There is also a hair salon on board.
Features exclusive to the Avalon Poetry® staterooms:
- Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors in most staterooms
- French balconies in most staterooms
- 20" Flatscreen satellite TV & radio
- Private bathroom with shower
- Comfortable, hotel-style beds
- European-style duvets
- Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
- Large closets
- Minibar, hairdryer & safe
- Individual climate control
Ship Amenities
- Headsets for all guided shore excursions in Europe
- Services of a professional Cruise Director
- Sightseeing with Local Guides
- Revolutionary engineering
- Non-smoking interior
- Internet access & Wi-Fi hotspots
- Elegant polished metal & glass throughout
- Onboard lectures, activities & nightly piano music
- Panoramic picture windows for landscape viewing
- Hair Salon
- Fitness Center
- Spacious Sky Decks with shade system for sunning
- 6-person whirlpool
- Lounge & Bar
- Complimentary coffee & tea available throughout the day
- Fine dining
- Buffet breakfast items are conveniently color coded to indicate foods that are low calorie, low fat/low calorie, high fiber, low cholesterol, and high energy
- Complimentary wine, beer or soft drinks will be included on all onboard dinners
- Open seating throughout the dining room for all meals
- Flatscreen satellite TV & radio
- Comfortable, hotel-style beds
- Comfortable beds that can be configured as two twins or one queen
- European-style duvets
- Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
- Private bathroom with shower
- Large closets
- Minibar, hairdryer & safe
- Individual climate control
- Connecting rooms
- Royal Deck passengers can order Continental breakfast to their staterooms
- All staterooms are outside and those on Royal and Sapphire Decks have floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors and French balconies
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Friday, February 05, 2010
Overview
The Avalon Affinity, which set sail in May of 2009, is one of the latest additions to the Avalon fleet, with a design that reflects the uniqueness of the area, and which differentiates her from the other Avalon vessels. Carrying a maximum of just 138 passengers with four suites, she is one of the smallest of the Avalon Waterways river cruise ships, yet the staterooms are equally spacious and well appointed, with floor-to-ceiling windows on two decks. In addition, there is an elevator, and the whirlpool on the Sky Deck allows for a refreshing dip after a day of sightseeing. The rear lounge is perfect for small groups.
Features exclusive to Avalon Affinity staterooms:
- Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors in most staterooms
- French balconies in most staterooms
- Flatscreen satellite TV & radio
- Private bathroom with shower
- Comfortable, hotel-style beds
- European-style duvets
- Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
- Large closets
- Minibar, hairdryer & safe
- Individual climate control
Ship Amenities
- Headsets for all guided shore excursions in Europe
- Services of a professional Cruise Director
- Sightseeing with Local Guides
- Revolutionary engineering
- Non-smoking interior
- Internet access & Wi-Fi hotspots
- Elegant polished metal & glass throughout
- Onboard lectures, activities & nightly piano music
- Panoramic picture windows for landscape viewing
- Hair Salon
- Fitness Center
- Spacious Sky Decks with shade system for sunning
- 6-person whirlpool
- Lounge & Bar
- Complimentary coffee & tea available throughout the day
- Fine dining
- Buffet breakfast items are conveniently color coded to indicate foods that are low calorie, low fat/low calorie, high fiber, low cholesterol, and high energy
- Complimentary wine, beer or soft drinks will be included on all onboard dinners
- Open seating throughout the dining room for all meals
- Flatscreen satellite TV & radio
- Comfortable, hotel-style beds
- Comfortable beds that can be configured as two twins or one queen
- European-style duvets
- Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
- Private bathroom with shower
- Large closets
- Minibar, hairdryer & safe
- Individual climate control
- Royal Deck passengers can order Continental breakfast to their staterooms
- All staterooms are outside and those on Royal and Sapphire Decks have floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors and French balconies
Deck Plans
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| Category E Staterooms - 172 sq. ft. 1 Bed 2 Toilet 3 Sink 4 Shower 5 Closet 6 Writing Desk 7 Windows |
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| Staterooms - 172 sq. ft. 1 Bed 2 Toilet 3 Sink 4 Shower 5 Closet 6 Writing Desk 7 Sliding Glass Doors |
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Jr. Suites - 258 sq. ft. |
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