River Cruises

Hear a Mozart symphony floating over the water in Vienna, try some Pho soup at a market stall in Ho Chi Minh, or see the Great Sphinx near the Nile River in Giza. Whether you are looking for a relaxing ride, a fun-filled adventure, or something else, there is a river cruise that can take you where you want to go and do it in style.

Why a River Cruise?

Ships usually only carry around 200 guests, making it a personalized experience, including little to no waiting to embark, disembark, or grab a table to eat.

They allow you to visit areas inaccessible to ocean-going cruise ships, including famous cities like Paris, Vienna, Budapest, Prague, Warsaw, Moscow, Cairo, Beijing, Lhasa (Tibet), and more. River cruising lets guests travel through a region's heartland to visit smaller ports. Guests can often walk right off the ship into the center of town.

• Even if you've visited the areas before, river cruises give a new perspective and understanding of each city.
• Guided walking tours and in-depth shore excursions are available at most destinations.
• Ships offer luxurious accommodations and amenities.
• River cruises are better for people susceptible to seasickness, since the waters are much calmer than an ocean cruise.
• Enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding landscapes, from awe-inspiring palaces to picturesque villages, many of which can only be enjoyed through river cruising.

Where Can You Go?

River tours are available around the world and range from just a few days to multiple weeks. Here are just some of the options available:

• Cruise the Danube River through Hungary, Austria, and Germany
• Journey up the Rhine from Switzerland, Germany, and the Netherlands
• Wander down the Mekong and the Ganges in Asia
• Float down the Seine or Rhone Rivers in France
• Experience ancient wonders on a Nile River cruise in Egypt
• Venture through America's heartland along the Mississippi