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Avalon Imagery II vs Avalon Tranquility II

The verdict

Which should you choose?

Avalon Imagery II is an intimate Avalon Waterways ship carrying 128 passengers, in service since 2015. Avalon Tranquility II is an intimate Avalon Waterways ship carrying 128 passengers, in service since 2014.

Choose Avalon Imagery 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: its cruises start from $2,281 (vs $3,329).

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Specifications

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Avalon Imagery IIAvalon Tranquility II
Cruise line Avalon Waterways Avalon Waterways
Ship size Intimate Intimate
Maiden voyagenewer highlighted 2015 (better) 2014
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 9 / 10 9 / 10
Cruises on sale 78 74
Upcoming sailings 180 203
Cruise lengths 4–19 nights 4–19 nights
Fares fromlower highlighted $3,329 $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 Imagery II leads on 1 of the ten, Avalon Tranquility II on 0, with 9 level.

  • Active Avalon Imagery II: 7.0 Avalon Tranquility II: 7.0
  • Adventure & nature Avalon Imagery II: 3.0 Avalon Tranquility II: 3.0
  • Cultural Avalon Imagery II: 8.0 Avalon Tranquility II: 8.0
  • Dining Avalon Imagery II: 7.0 Avalon Tranquility II: 7.0
  • Entertainment Avalon Imagery II: 5.0 Avalon Tranquility II: 5.0
  • Family friendly Avalon Imagery II: 4.0 Avalon Tranquility II: 4.0
  • Party Avalon Imagery II: 3.0 Avalon Tranquility II: 3.0
  • Romantic Avalon Imagery II: 8.0 Avalon Tranquility II: 7.0
  • Spa & fitness Avalon Imagery II: 7.0 Avalon Tranquility II: 7.0
  • Staterooms Avalon Imagery II: 8.0 Avalon Tranquility II: 8.0

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.

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.

Questions

Avalon Imagery II or Avalon Tranquility II?

Which is bigger, Avalon Imagery II or Avalon Tranquility II?

They are the same size, 5,000 gross tons each. Avalon Imagery II carries 128 passengers and Avalon Tranquility II carries 128.

Which ship is newer, Avalon Imagery II or Avalon Tranquility II?

Avalon Imagery II is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2015 against 2014 for Avalon Tranquility 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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