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Embark on a journey that flows with the rhythm of history and nature: river cruises offer serene passages through iconic cities, enchanting villages, and breathtaking landscapes, bringing you closer to the heart of each destination

Combining immersive exploration with onboard luxury, our river cruise experience has been celebrated for its unparalleled service, gourmet cuisine, and intimate ambience. Explore the timeless charm of Europe’s waterways, with itineraries along the Rhine, Danube, Seine, and Douro rivers. From the fairy-tale castles of Germany to the vineyards of Portugal and the artful streets of Paris, every route is a voyage of discovery. Beyond Europe, our river cruises unlock the mysteries of the Mekong in Southeast Asia and the cultural splendour of Egypt’s Nile, revealing the world's wonders from a unique perspective.

Featured River Itineraries

Enchanting Rhine (Festive Delights)

Enchanting Rhine (Festive Delights)

Basel, SwitzerlandAmsterdam, Netherlands
7 Nights
Fares from $2,850 per guest
Depart19th November 2025
ShipAmaLucia
Enchanting Rhine River Cruise

Enchanting Rhine River Cruise

Basel, SwitzerlandAmsterdam, Netherlands
7 Nights
Fares from $2,999 per guest
Depart1st March 2026
ShipAmaLucia
Enticing Douro River Cruise

Enticing Douro River Cruise

LisbonPorto
7 Nights
Fares from $5,189 per guest
Depart23rd September 2025
ShipAmaVerde
Castles & cathedrals : Rhine River Getaway

Castles & cathedrals : Rhine River Getaway

Amsterdam, The NetherlandsBasel, Switzerland
7 Nights
Fares from $2,750 per guest
Depart6th March 2026
ShipViking Gyda River Ship
Rhine Getaway : Castles & cathedrals

Rhine Getaway : Castles & cathedrals

Basel, SwitzerlandAmsterdam, The Netherlands
7 Nights
Fares from $2,850 per guest
Depart6th March 2026
ShipViking Gyda River Ship
Jewels of the Rhine - Luxury River Cruise

Jewels of the Rhine - Luxury River Cruise

AmsterdamZurich, Switzerland
7 Nights
Fares from $4,055 per guest
Depart11th March 2026
ShipEmerald Dawn
Douro Valley Gastronomy & Wines River Cruise

Douro Valley Gastronomy & Wines River Cruise

Lisbon PortugalPorto Portugal
9 Nights
Fares from $8,984 per guest
Depart21st September 2025
ShipViking Gyda River Ship
Christmas on the Rhine

Christmas on the Rhine

AmsterdamBasel
7 Nights
Fares from $4,326 per guest
Depart26th November 2025
ShipViking Gyda River Ship
Best of the Danube

Best of the Danube

BudapestBudapest, Hungary
7 Nights
Fares from $5,958 per guest
Depart24th September 2025
ShipAmaMagna
Christmas in Paris-River Cruise

Christmas in Paris-River Cruise

Paris (Le Havre), FranceParis (Le Havre), France
5 Nights
Fares from $1,400 per guest
Depart17th December 2025
ShipViva Gloria
Châteaux, Rivers & Wine

Châteaux, Rivers & Wine

Bordeaux, FranceBordeaux, France
7 Nights
Fares from $4,750 per guest
Depart21st September 2025
ShipAmaVerde

River Cruise Types

Unique cities and ports await you on each of our routes through Germany and Europe

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Curated River Cruise+ Packages

Take a look at a selection of our expertly curated river cruise packages below

Secrets of Egypt and Nile

Secrets of Egypt and Nile

CairoCairo
11 Nights
Fares from $7,044 per guest
Depart1st October 2025
ShipAmaVerde
A Welcome Bottled Champagne
 New Year on the Seine River Cruise

New Year on the Seine River Cruise

Paris Paris, France
6 Nights
Fares from $2,145 per guest
Depart28th December 2025
ShipViva Gloria
Wine Cruise
Flavors of Portugal and Spain - Wine Cruise

Flavors of Portugal and Spain - Wine Cruise

Porto, PortugalVega De Terrón, Spain
7 Nights
Fares from $4,289 per guest
Depart22nd November 2025
ShipAmaVerde
Danube Waltz

Danube Waltz

Budapest, HungaryPassau, Germany
7 Nights
Fares from $6,745 per guest
Depart19th October 2025
ShipAmaVerde

Popular Rivers to Cruise

Danube

Danube

The Danube River, Europe’s second-longest at 2,850 km, flows through 10 countries. It supports trade, transport, and tourism, connecting Central and Eastern Europe to the Black Sea.

Main

Main

The Main River, a 527 km tributary of the Rhine in Germany, flows through cities like Würzburg and Frankfurt. It connects to the Rhine-Main-Danube Canal, enabling trade between the North and Black Seas.

Moselle

Moselle

The Moselle River, a 545 km tributary of the Rhine, flows through France, Luxembourg, and Germany. Renowned for its vineyards and picturesque valleys, it supports trade and tourism in the region.

Rhine

Rhine

The Rhine River, a 1,230 km waterway, flows through six European countries. Vital for trade and transport, it links the Alps to the North Sea and is famed for its historic and scenic landscapes.

Best River Cruise Destinations

Amsterdam

Amsterdam

Budapest

Budapest

Paris

Paris

Vienna

Vienna

Luxor

Luxor

Vietnam

Vietnam

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