TORONTO — Solo travellers who book 2017 Europe river cruises with Avalon Waterways can save with a No Single Supplement promotion on now through Jan. 3.

All of Avalon’s 2017 itineraries have five cabins set aside on every sailing for solo travellers. Avalon offers almost 30 European itineraries from eight to 24 days, many with themed departures available. These special sailings include expert talks and demonstrations, and range from art to music, wine to history and more, well suited for many single travellers. There is also a new Active Discovery cruise on the Danube with optional hiking, biking and canoeing excursions included.

“Our solo passengers love the comfort and security on board our ships,” says Stéphanie Bishop, Managing Director of Avalon Waterways in Canada. “Plus if you act quickly, this can also be a great opportunity for two friends to travel together – each with their own stateroom!”

Avalon features a fleet of new vessels – none more than seven years old – with the majority of staterooms featuring beds that face the wall to wall, floor to ceiling window which opens over two meters. Sailings include shore excursions, nightly talks and entertainment and local wine and beer served with lunch and dinner. Avalon cruises also include the use of Nordic walking poles and bikes, complete with helmets and maps, for optional independent touring ashore.