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Europe's Rivers

Europe, One River at a Time

Castles on the Rhine, vineyards along the Danube and port wine country in the Douro Valley. A European river cruise docks in the heart of historic towns, with new scenery gliding past your window every day.

Discover Europe's Rivers

River ships carry far fewer guests than ocean ships and dock close to the center of town, making it easy to explore on foot. The Danube links Vienna, Budapest and the Wachau Valley, the Rhine passes castles and vineyards between Basel and Amsterdam, and the Seine connects Paris with Normandy. Portugal’s Douro Valley offers terraced vineyards and port wine tastings. Most sailings run from spring through fall, and Christmas market cruises add festive charm in late November and December.

Castles & Old Towns
Vineyards & Wine
Christmas Markets
Historic Cities

European River At A Glance

Cruise Season

Most itineraries operate from spring through fall; Christmas market sailings are popular in late November and December.

Top Sub-Regions

Danube; Rhine; Main; Rhône; Seine; Douro; Moselle

Departure Ports

Budapest; Amsterdam; Basel; Paris; Porto; Lyon and other river gateways

Popular Highlights

Castles; vineyards; old towns; Christmas markets; regional cuisine; cultural excursions

Featured European River Cruises

Danube River Cruises

Vienna, Budapest and the vineyard-lined Wachau Valley.

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Rhine River Cruises

Castles, vineyards and medieval towns between Basel and Amsterdam.

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Douro River Cruises

Terraced vineyards, port wine and the historic city of Porto.

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