Avalon Waterways
Avalon Alegria
- Cruises
- 5
- From
- $4,650
Ship comparison
Avalon Alegria vs Avalon Poetry II
Avalon Waterways
Avalon Poetry II
- Cruises
- 19
- From
- $4,100
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Avalon Alegria is an intimate Avalon Waterways ship carrying 102 passengers, in service since 2024. Avalon Poetry II is an intimate Avalon Waterways ship carrying 128 passengers, in service since 2013.
Choose Avalon Alegria if you want more space per passenger, a newer ship or more adventure and nature: it outscores Avalon Poetry II for adventure & nature (8.0 vs 7.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores, it has 98.0 gross tons per passenger (vs 15.8) and its maiden voyage was in 2024 (vs 2013).
Choose Avalon Poetry II if you want better-rated dining, more culture or a more family-friendly ship: it outscores Avalon Alegria for dining (8.0 vs 6.0), cultural (10.0 vs 8.0) and family friendly (6.0 vs 5.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Avalon Alegria | Avalon Poetry II | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Avalon Waterways | Avalon Waterways |
| Ship size | Intimate | Intimate |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2024 (better) | 2013 |
| Gross tonnage | 9,999 | 2,022 |
| 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) | 15.8 |
| Decks | 4 | 4 |
| Length | 256 ft | 361 ft |
| Beam | 38 ft | 39 ft |
| Speed | — | 14 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | — | 9 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 5 | 19 |
| Upcoming sailings | 272 | 351 |
| Cruise lengths | 7 to 14 nights | 7 to 19 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $4,650 | $4,100 (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 1 of the ten, Avalon Poetry II on 3, with 6 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.
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5 cruises on sale, from $4,650.
Avalon Waterways
Avalon Poetry II
There’s both serenity and a measure of adventure when cruising Europe’s famed waterways aboard Avalon Poetry II. Sailing chiefly the Rhône and Saône in France, Avalon Poetry II can glide by centuries-old castles and beautiful landscapes in the afternoon, then make an overnight port call at one of Europe’s overlooked gems.
Highlights
- Wall-to-wall panoramic windows
- Sky Deck with premium lounge chairs
- Panorama bistro
- Expanded fitness center
Sailing now
19 cruises on sale, from $4,100.
Questions
Avalon Alegria or Avalon Poetry II?
Which is bigger, Avalon Alegria or Avalon Poetry II?
Avalon Alegria is bigger at 9,999 gross tons, against 2,022 gross tons for Avalon Poetry II. Avalon Alegria carries 102 passengers and Avalon Poetry II carries 128.
Which ship is newer, Avalon Alegria or Avalon Poetry II?
Avalon Alegria is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2024 against 2013 for Avalon Poetry II.
Which has more space per passenger?
Avalon Alegria, with 98.0 gross tons per passenger against 15.8 on Avalon Poetry 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 Poetry II.
Which is better for families?
Avalon Poetry II scores higher for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 6.0 out of 10, against 5.0 for Avalon Alegria.
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