Avalon Waterways
Avalon Artistry II
- Cruises
- 11
- From
- $4,276
Ship comparison
Avalon Artistry II vs Avalon Visionary
Avalon Waterways
Avalon Visionary
- Cruises
- 40
- From
- $3,079
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Avalon Artistry II is an intimate Avalon Waterways ship carrying 128 passengers, in service since 2012. Avalon Visionary is an intimate Avalon Waterways ship carrying 128 passengers, in service since 2011.
Choose Avalon Artistry II if you want a more family-friendly ship: it outscores Avalon Visionary for family friendly (4.0 vs 2.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Choose Avalon Visionary if you want better-rated staterooms, a lower starting fare or more cruises to choose from: it outscores Avalon Artistry II for staterooms (9.0 vs 8.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores, its cruises start from $3,079 (vs $4,276) and it has 40 cruises on sale (vs 11).
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Avalon Artistry II | Avalon Visionary | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Avalon Waterways | Avalon Waterways |
| Ship size | Intimate | Intimate |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2012 (better) | 2011 |
| 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 | 40 |
| Upcoming sailings | 251 | 182 |
| Cruise lengths | 7–18 nights | 5–17 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $4,276 | $3,079 (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 Visionary on 1, with 8 level.
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- Spa & fitness
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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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Sailing now
40 cruises on sale, from $3,079.
Questions
Avalon Artistry II or Avalon Visionary?
Which is bigger, Avalon Artistry II or Avalon Visionary?
They are the same size, 5,000 gross tons each. Avalon Artistry II carries 128 passengers and Avalon Visionary carries 128.
Which ship is newer, Avalon Artistry II or Avalon Visionary?
Avalon Artistry II is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2012 against 2011 for Avalon Visionary.
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?
Avalon Artistry II scores higher for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 4.0 out of 10, against 2.0 for Avalon Visionary.
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