River Cruising—the Best Way to Travel

River cruising is, quite simply, the best way to travel through many of the world’s most fascinating places. Comfortable and convenient, it offers a greater variety of destinations than you could encounter any other way. Also lets you get in-depth exposure to the culture and history of each region. Both experienced and first-time travelers have discovered the joys of river cruising, making it the fastest-growing segment of the travel industry.

Hassle Free: Relax in comfort for the duration of the cruise. No need to worry about maps, traffic congestion or the many other hassles of traveling by bus or train. A river cruise is a stress-free way to see the best that your destination has to offer. Hassle-free travel; unpack once in spacious river view stateroom. Sail into the heart great cities of the world at a great vacation value.

See the World’s Greatest Cities: Cologne, Vienna, Moscow…because so many cities and towns developed along waterways, they were literally made to be accessible by river. Some of these cities are just not available to ocean cruisers, and bus passengers spend precious hours on the highway, checking in and out of hotels. River cruising brings you more of these destinations than you could see any other way.

New Scenery: All Day, Every Day: Enjoy breathtaking scenery from just about everywhere on the ship—in the bar, restaurant or lounge (all with panoramic views), on the sun deck with fresh air or from the privacy of your stateroom. And, river cruise vessels keep moving, so you see new vistas and explore new destinations throughout the day, every day. Our ships often travel at night, so you can wake up in an exciting new place each morning, with no effort on your part.

The Heart of Your Destination: Unlike ocean cruises, rivers provide easy access to city centers. Sail directly to the heart of every destination and dock in the middle of town. Walk right off the ship and join the day’s activities. You spend less time getting there—and more time being there. There are many ways to travel through Europe, but none compare to the intimate, stylish, and sophisticated experience of a river cruise.

A More Personal Experience: Because our ships are designed to accommodate between 150 and 300 guests, it is easy to make new friends. Share a drink with the couple you met on the day’s tour, or dine with interesting people in the open-seating restaurant. And you can forget about waiting in long lines to embark, debark or have a meal.

Travel Your Way: Enjoy the guided walks, in-depth tours and excursions planned for you in each destination—or sightsee on your own, with time allocated for independent activities.A staff focused on you! With an average crew to traveler ratio of 4:1, know that your needs will be met. An English-speaking staff caters to you every step of the way. A Cruise Director who cares: best in industry Cruise Directors who focus on making each and every sailing unique, entertaining, and engaging. Included sightseeing—don’t pay extra to experience the destinations you visit. Expertly crafted excursions will enhance your cruise journey.

Smooth Sailing: The flat-bottomed shape of river cruise ships ensures a safe and smooth ride without any worries about motion sickness. No need to spend days “getting your sea legs” as with ocean cruising—which means more time to really enjoy your vacation. The river: historic and breathtakingly serene and tranquil. Your ship: an elegant floating hotel with all the comforts of home. You: completely at ease because you unpack only once! River cruising is a wonderful story of discovery, complete with easygoing comfort and convenience often just a stroll away from the ship. There is no waiting in long lines to get on or off the ship, and there are always amazing things to see scenic vineyards, historic castles, or countless UNESCO World Heritage Sites from the comfort of your stateroom.

State of the Art Ships: We offer to see Europe on the youngest fleet—ships average just two years in age. Modern, comfortable, contemporary vessels—state of the art amenities and spacious common areas make for an enjoyable sailing environment. Best in class staterooms—at 172 sq feet you’ll find none larger, plus flat screen TVs, Egyptian linens, large wardrobes, and mini bar cater to your every need. Floating room with a view: 90%+ of the cruise staterooms have panoramic sliding glass doors and French balconies, enhancing your views. Delightful dining: from handcrafted cuisines that incorporate local flavors to choice of complimentary wine, beer or soft drinks with dinner, dining is a true treat. River Cruise travelers gave our vacations a 97% satisfaction rating on post-vacation surveys.