Go exotic with Avalon Waterways

For those with an adventurous spirit Avalon Waterways presents a compendium of exotic options across the globe, beyond the traditional river cruise heartlands of Europe.

Heading out to Asia, Africa or South America in the comfort of a luxury river liner achieves the perfect balance of authentic exploration and boutique luxury.

Exotic river cruise itineraries offer the rare treat of visiting unique and hard-to-reach riverside destinations, immersing yourself in some of the world’s most fascinating cultures, and all while knowing that the logistics, language-barriers, and comfort have all been carefully considered by an expert travel team who curate and lead the experience.

In short, an exotic river cruise equips you with the comfort, confidence and company of experts, giving you the chance to explore further and deeper than most of us would independently achieve.

Galapagos Islands are a rare treat to exploreIf marine wildlife is your passion, then a voyage to the celebrated Galapagos Islands is sure to fill your camera roll and mind with scenes to last a lifetime. Come face-to-face with the islands’ tremendous diversity of animal life, from the famous giant tortoises to colonies of penguins, and a joyful choir of birds.

Only approved ships sail around the Galapagos Islands, which are carefully protected to ensure their natural beauty and wildlife continue to flourish, so you’ll fly from Quito, Ecuador, to board your luxury yacht on Baltra Island.

For a sensational circumnavigation of the islands, choose the eight-day round-trip from Quito, but if eight days in paradise sounds too short, there are lengthier voyages that are a true treat for explorers with more time on their hands.

The 15-day Galapagos and Peru combination starts in Lima and includes an overnight stay in Machu Picchu before flying north to Quito for the start of the Galapagos Islands stint of the adventure.