European River Cruising
Let us inspire you with these incredible European river cruise itineraries encompassing the Douro, Danube, Rhine, the Rhone and more. We’ve teamed up with some of the very best cruise travel specialists to bring you our favourite holiday offers and inspiration.
4-Day Rhine Metropolises Christmas Markets
Experience the four largest cities on the Rhine in three days - and on one of VIVA's most modern and youngest ships, the VIVA ONE.
** FREE cabin upgrade | Only 20% single supplement on select departures **
From £446pp
Departures available from 3rd-18th Dec 2024
Operated by VIVA Cruises
- Experience the four largest cities on the Rhine during the build-up to Christmas as you spend time at the festive markets
- Enjoy the Rhineland lifestyle between the "longest bar in the world" and Königsallee
- View Koblenz, where the Rhine and Moselle rivers flow together from the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
- Journey through time at the "House of History" in Bonn
- Explore Cologne's Old Town and see Cologne Cathedral
- 3 nights aboard a premium ship, the VIVA ONE
- All-Inclusive - all meals and drinks
- FREE cabin upgrade
- FREE onboard wi-fi
- Only 20% single supplement on selected departures - 12th-15th Dec, 18th-21st Dec 2024
- FREE welcome bottle of sparkling wine
- FREE minibar in the cabins (restocked daily)
- FREE onboard bike rental
- The services of a VIVA Cruise Director
- All port fees and tips
8-Day Enchanting Danube
Medieval castles, fairytale palaces and imposing aristocratic palaces grace your path between the vine-covered Wachau and the majestic Melk Abbey
** FREE cabin upgrade | Only 20% single supplement on select departures **
From £1,256pp
Departures available from 24th Sep-13th Nov 2024
Operated by VIVA Cruises
- Explore the stunning city of Budapest known as the "Paris of the East"
- Admire the delightful Basilica of Esztergom
- Discover Melk Abbey perched high above the river
- Spend time in the UNESCO city of Vienna
- Itinerary includes Passau, Linz, Melk, Vienna, Bratislava, Esztergom & Budapest
- 7 nights aboard, the VIVA TWO
- All-Inclusive - all meals and drinks
- FREE cabin upgrade
- FREE onboard wi-fi
- Only 20% single supplement on selected departures - 30th Jul-6th Aug, 16th-23rd Oct, 6th-13th Nov 2024
- FREE welcome bottle of sparkling wine
- FREE minibar in the cabins (restocked daily)
- FREE onboard bike rental
- The services of a VIVA Cruise Director
- All port fees and tips
5-Day Middle Rhine Wellness Trip
Relax aboard the VIVA ENJOY as you cruise from Frankfurt to Cologne and back, seeing some delightful sights in between.
** FREE cabin upgrade | Only 20% single supplement on select departures **
From £495pp
Departures available from 16th Jan-29th Mar 2025
Operated by VIVA Cruises
- Wellness coach on board for you
- Lectures on all aspects of health
- Aromatherapy excursion
- Daily yoga & qi gong
- Detox drinks, freshly squeezed juices and smoothies
- Wellness Choice menu
- 30-minute massage included
- 4 nights aboard a premium ship, the VIVA ENJOY
- All-Inclusive - all meals and drinks
- FREE cabin upgrade
- FREE onboard wi-fi
- Only 20% single supplement on selected departures - 16th-20th Jan, 24th-28th Jan, 1st-5th Feb, 9th-13th Feb, 17th-21st Feb, 25th Feb-1st Mar, 5th-9th Mar, 21st-25th Mar 2025
- FREE welcome bottle of sparkling wine
- FREE minibar in the cabins (restocked daily)
- FREE onboard bike rental
- The services of a VIVA Cruise Director
- All port fees and tips
5-Day Romantic Rhine Valley and the Rock of Lorelei
Discover the Rhine Valley and the legend of the famous Lorelei rock! It is said that a beautiful maiden threw herself into the Rhine in despair over a faithless lover and was transformed into a siren who lured fishermen to destruction. Embark on a surprising cruise through sublime landscapes that will take you to Koblenz and Rüdesheim, known for its vineyards and traditional cafes.
** SAVE up to £200pp **
From £609pp
Operated by CroisiEurope
- Discover the charm of the romantic Rhine Valley
- Explore old Strasbourg
- Take a picturesque tour through the vineyards and enjoy tastings of local products
- Visit Heidelberg and its castle overlooking the Neckar
- See the celebrated rock of the Lorelei
- Cruise aboard the MS Leonardo Da Vinci - a standard category barge with options to sail aboard other ships on various departure dates
- 4 nights aboard the MS Leonardo Da Vinci – a standard category barge, all meals and drinks
- Refined French cuisine
- Gala dinner
- Welcome cocktail
- Free onboard wi-fi
- Excursions
- All port fees
- ATOL protected
8-Day Blue Danube: Vienna, Budapest And Salzburg
Soak up all that Europe’s most cultured river has to offer, with its wealth of grand baroque architecture, medieval cities, picture perfect towns and sights.
** FREE superior drinks package – worth £400pp **
From £1,749pp
Including flights
Operated by Riviera Travel
- Visit Esztergom Basilica and Melk Abbey
- Explore Salzburg or Linz with an expert guide on a tour of the town’s most interesting sights
- Immerse yourself in the local culture with a Hungarian folklore show on board
- Enjoy a classical Live music performance on board with stunning views of Vienna
- Award winning and Which? recommended operator
- 7 nights aboard a 5-star ship, all meals and drinks
- Free onboard wi-fi
- Excursions
- The services of a Riviera Travel Cruise Director
- All port fees
- Transfers
- Return flights
- ABTA & ATOL protected
8-Day Highlights Of The Douro Valley & Salamanca River Cruise
This river cruise captures the scenic beauty of the Douro Valley – ideal for wine aficionados, history buffs and architecture enthusiasts.
** FREE superior drinks package – worth £400pp **
From £2,149pp
Operated by Riviera Travel
- Cruise aboard the MS Porto Mirante, a first-class vessel brand new for 2024
- Explore Porto before setting sail for the charming town of for Peso da Régua
- Visit the historic 12th-century walled village of Castelo Rodrigo
- Embark on a guided tour of Salamanca and visit the city’s two cathedrals
- Enjoy time in the vineyards of Quinta da Avessada
- Wander the landscaped gardens of Mateus Palace
- Five-star service from an English-speaking crew & knowledgeable local guides
- Award winning and Which? recommended operator
- 7 nights on the 5-star ship MS Porto Mirante, all meals and drinks – including welcome cocktails and the Captain’s dinner
- 1 dinner at a local Quintas
- Free onboard wi-fi
- Excursions
- The services of a Riviera Travel Cruise Director
- All port fees
- Transfers
- Return flights
- ABTA & ATOL protected
8-Day From Burgundy To The Camargue Along The Saone And Rhone Rivers
History and authenticity will be on the program throughout your cruise on the Rhone as you discover Lyon, Tournon and Avignon.
** SAVE up to £685pp **
From £689pp
Operated by CroisiEurope
- Enjoy tastings of local specialties in Tournon
- Explore Lyon and its peculiar “traboules”
- See the highly spiritual Cluny Abbey
- Take a discovery tour in jeeps through the wild Camargue
- Visit Avignon and the Papal Palace with its private apartments
- Cruise aboard the MS Rhone Princess – a standard category barge with options to upgrade to premium MS Camargue or premium MS Van Gogh ships
- 7 nights aboard the MS Rhone Princess – a standard category barge, all meals and drinks
- Refined French cuisine
- Gala dinner
- Welcome cocktail
- Free onboard wi-fi
- Excursions
- All port fees
- ATOL protected
8-Day Rhine Cruise To Switzerland
On this eight day journey through the Rhine valley, visit historic Koblenz, fascinating Rudesheim, Strasbourg, the Black Forest and Basel.
** FREE superior drinks package – worth £400pp **
From £1,229pp
Including flights
Operated by Riviera Travel
- See the impressive 13th-century Marksburg Castle
- Explore classic wine villages and vineyards
- Witness the Black Forest mountain scenery
- Take an invigorating stroll in Lucerne
- Award winning and Which? recommended operator
- 7 nights aboard a 5-star ship, all meals and drinks
- Free onboard wi-fi
- Excursions
- The services of a Riviera Travel Cruise Director
- All port fees
- Transfers
- Return flights – or Eurostar
- ABTA & ATOL protected
7-Day From Berlin To Hamburg: Discover The Medieval Charms Of Hanseatic Cities
Travel back in time to discover medieval Hanseatic cities between Berlin and Hamburg. Explore two of Germany’s largest metropolises and admire the cities’ outstanding architecture along the banks of the Elbe.
** SAVE up to £380pp **
From £1,044pp
Operated by CroisiEurope
- Visit Potsdam and the gardens at the Sanssouci Palace
- Explore four medieval Hanseatic cities: Magdeburg, Luneburg, Hamburg, and Lübeck
- Enjoy a guided tour of Potsdam and visit the Sanssouci Gardens
- Take a panoramic tour of Berlin
- Head to the Wolfsburg Autostadt, a unique attraction showcasing German automobiles
- Cruise aboard the MS Elbe Princesse – A luxury cruise on an authentic paddle riverboat
- 6 nights aboard the MS Elbe Princess – a luxury category barge, all meals and drinks
- Refined French cuisine
- Gala dinner
- Welcome cocktail
- Free onboard wi-fi
- Excursions
- All port fees
- ATOL protected
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