Avalon Waterways
Avalon Artistry II
- Cruises
- 11
- From
- $4,276
Ship comparison
Avalon Artistry II vs Avalon Tranquility II
Avalon Waterways
Avalon Tranquility II
- Cruises
- 74
- From
- $2,281
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Avalon Artistry II is an intimate Avalon Waterways ship carrying 128 passengers, in service since 2012. Avalon Tranquility II is an intimate Avalon Waterways ship carrying 128 passengers, in service since 2014.
Choose Avalon Artistry II if you want a more romantic trip: it outscores Avalon Tranquility II for romantic (8.0 vs 7.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Choose Avalon Tranquility II if you want a lower starting fare or more cruises to choose from: its cruises start from $2,281 (vs $4,276) and it has 74 cruises on sale (vs 11).
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Avalon Artistry II | Avalon Tranquility II | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Avalon Waterways | Avalon Waterways |
| Ship size | Intimate | Intimate |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2012 | 2014 (better) |
| Gross tonnage | 5,000 | 5,000 |
| Passengers | 128 | 128 |
| Crew | 37 | 37 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 3.5 | 3.5 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 39.1 | 39.1 |
| Decks | 4 | 4 |
| Length | 361 ft | 361 ft |
| Beam | 37 ft | 37 ft |
| Speed | 9 mph | 9 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 10 / 10 (better) | 9 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 11 | 74 |
| Upcoming sailings | 251 | 203 |
| Cruise lengths | 7–18 nights | 4–19 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $4,276 | $2,281 (better) |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Avalon Artistry II leads on 1 of the ten, Avalon Tranquility II on 0, with 9 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Avalon Waterways
Avalon Artistry II
There’s both serenity and a measure of adventure when cruising Central Europe’s famed waterways aboard Avalon Artistry II.
Highlights
- Wall-to-wall panoramic windows
- Sky Deck with premium lounge chairs
- Panorama bistro
- Expanded fitness center
Sailing now
11 cruises on sale, from $4,276.
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9 Night Bonjour Bordeaux Chateaux Wineries and Charming Villages with 2 Nights in Paris and Land Tour
$5,529
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10 Night Paris to Normandy with 3 Nights in London and Land Tour
$4,450
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Avalon Waterways
Avalon Tranquility II
There’s both serenity and a measure of adventure when cruising Europe’s famed waterways aboard Avalon Tranquility II. You 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
74 cruises on sale, from $2,281.
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9 Night Danube Dreams with 2 Nights in Prague (Westbound) and Land Tour
$4,200
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9 Night Danube Dreams with 2 Nights in Prague (Eastbound) and Land Tour
$4,200
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Questions
Avalon Artistry II or Avalon Tranquility II?
Which is bigger, Avalon Artistry II or Avalon Tranquility II?
They are the same size, 5,000 gross tons each. Avalon Artistry II carries 128 passengers and Avalon Tranquility II carries 128.
Which ship is newer, Avalon Artistry II or Avalon Tranquility II?
Avalon Tranquility II is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2014 against 2012 for Avalon Artistry II.
Which has more space per passenger?
They are level at 39.1 gross tons per passenger.
Which has more crew per passenger?
They are level, with one crew member for every 3.5 passengers.
Which is better for families?
They score the same for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 4.0 out of 10.
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