Avalon Waterways
Avalon Alegria
- Cruises
- 6
- From
- $4,650
Ship comparison
Avalon Alegria vs Avalon Imagery II
Avalon Waterways
Avalon Imagery II
- Cruises
- 78
- From
- $3,329
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Avalon Alegria is an intimate Avalon Waterways ship carrying 102 passengers, in service since 2024. Avalon Imagery II is an intimate Avalon Waterways ship carrying 128 passengers, in service since 2015.
Choose Avalon Alegria if you want more space per passenger, more adventure and nature or a more romantic trip: it outscores Avalon Imagery II for adventure & nature (8.0 vs 3.0) and romantic (10.0 vs 8.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and it has 98.0 gross tons per passenger (vs 39.1).
Choose Avalon Imagery II if you want a better-rated spa and gym, better-rated dining or better-rated staterooms: it outscores Avalon Alegria for spa & fitness (7.0 vs 5.0), dining (7.0 vs 6.0) and staterooms (8.0 vs 7.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Avalon Alegria | Avalon Imagery II | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Avalon Waterways | Avalon Waterways |
| Ship size | Intimate | Intimate |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2024 (better) | 2015 |
| Gross tonnage | 9,999 | 5,000 |
| Passengers | 102 | 128 |
| Crew | 33 | 37 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 3.1 (better) | 3.5 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 98.0 (better) | 39.1 |
| Decks | 4 | 4 |
| Length | 256 ft | 361 ft |
| Beam | 38 ft | 37 ft |
| Speed | — | 9 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | — | 9 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 6 | 78 |
| Upcoming sailings | 286 | 180 |
| Cruise lengths | 7–14 nights | 4–19 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $4,650 | $3,329 (better) |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Avalon Alegria leads on 4 of the ten, Avalon Imagery II on 3, with 3 level.
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Avalon Waterways
Avalon Alegria
There are few better ways to experience the scenic landscapes and storied traditions of the Douro River Valey of Portugal and Spain than on Avalon Alegria from Avalon Waterways. Famed for its wine and terraced vineyards, the valley is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Sailing now
6 cruises on sale, from $4,650.
Avalon Waterways
Avalon Imagery II
The Imagery II continues all of Avalon's Suite Ship traditions. Passengers can choose from two full decks of Panorama Suites, featuring wall-to-wall panoramic windows that transform the living space into a unique open-air balcony.
Highlights
- Large suites
- Sky Deck with premium lounge chairs
- Sky Deck whirlpool
- Panorama bistro
Sailing now
78 cruises on sale, from $3,329.
Questions
Avalon Alegria or Avalon Imagery II?
Which is bigger, Avalon Alegria or Avalon Imagery II?
Avalon Alegria is bigger at 9,999 gross tons, against 5,000 gross tons for Avalon Imagery II. Avalon Alegria carries 102 passengers and Avalon Imagery II carries 128.
Which ship is newer, Avalon Alegria or Avalon Imagery II?
Avalon Alegria is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2024 against 2015 for Avalon Imagery II.
Which has more space per passenger?
Avalon Alegria, with 98.0 gross tons per passenger against 39.1 on Avalon Imagery II. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
Avalon Alegria, with one crew member for every 3.1 passengers against one for every 3.5 on Avalon Imagery II.
Which is better for families?
Avalon Alegria scores higher for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 5.0 out of 10, against 4.0 for Avalon Imagery II.
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