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Your River Cruise journey

What to expect

The best of Europe's rivers unlocked

You’ll discover just how magical Europe looks from the water. See castles appearing around each bend, vineyard-covered hills drifting past your window and towns that feel like they’ve stepped out of a storybook. Not sure where to start? The Rhine flows through fairytale Germany and beyond, offering turreted castles, half-timbered towns, and the romantic beauty of the Middle Rhine. Wherever you sail, the rivers of Europe bring you closer to the places, the people, and the stories that make each moment unforgettable. The Danube is a journey through imperial cities, medieval towns and café culture, from the grandeur of Vienna to the charm of Bratislava and the energy of Budapest.

Aerial shot of the Wachau Valley, with the sun reflecting off the River Danube

Must-sees to local secrets

You’ll enjoy the icons and hidden gems with a Local Specialist by your side.

Be My Guest experience at a winery in Austria

One-of-a-kind experiences

Your exclusive Be My Guest and Sails with Stories experiences.

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Everything taken care of

Seamless travel from the moment you book your river cruise.

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Responsible travel

On every tour you’ll experience at least one MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience.

What's included on your River Cruise

Set sail on a journey where every detail is taken care of, ensuring a seamless and unforgettable trip. Here’s a quick look at the onboard and on-land essentials and experiences you’ll enjoy:

Every river tells a different story

From storybook towns and grand capitals to vineyard valleys and riverside villages, every itinerary offers a different way to experience Europe.

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New trip

Best of the Seine with Paris & Normandy

8 Days

2 Countries

6 Locations

Seine River Cruise Through Normandy

River Cruise

From

US$ 2,589

Was

US$ 3,699

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New trip

Best of the Rhine and Amsterdam

10 Days

4 Countries

9 Locations

River Cruise Visiting Amsterdam, Cologne, Koblenz, Strasbourg and Basel

River Cruise

From

US$ 2,879

Was

US$ 3,599

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New trip

Best of the Danube

8 Days

5 Countries

7 Locations

Danube River Cruise Visiting Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Linz and Passau

River Cruise

From

US$ 2,274

Was

US$ 3,249

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New trip

Rhine Christmas Markets

8 Days

3 Countries

7 Locations

Rhine Christmas Market Cruise from Basel to Düsseldorf

River Cruise

From

US$ 3,055

Was

US$ 3,819

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New trip

Best of the Seine with Paris & Normandy

8 Days

2 Countries

6 Locations

Seine River Cruise Through Normandy

River Cruise

From

US$ 2,589

Was

US$ 3,699

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New trip

Best of the Rhine and Amsterdam

10 Days

4 Countries

9 Locations

River Cruise Visiting Amsterdam, Cologne, Koblenz, Strasbourg and Basel

River Cruise

From

US$ 2,879

Was

US$ 3,599

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New trip

Best of the Danube

8 Days

5 Countries

7 Locations

Danube River Cruise Visiting Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Linz and Passau

River Cruise

From

US$ 2,274

Was

US$ 3,249

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New trip

Rhine Christmas Markets

8 Days

3 Countries

7 Locations

Rhine Christmas Market Cruise from Basel to Düsseldorf

River Cruise

From

US$ 3,055

Was

US$ 3,819

Hungarian Parliament in Budapest, reflected in a beautiful orange-hued river

Reserve your space today

Whether you're ready to book or have questions, call us or use the chat button to speak to a travel expert.

Take a closer look

Explore where you’ll cruise, what you’ll enjoy on board and on land, and how you can add extra days to make even more memories.

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Your ships

Introducing Trafalgar Verity on the Rhine, Trafalgar Reverie on the Danube and Trafalgar Dreamer on the Seine.

Hungarian Parliament in Budapest, reflected in a beautiful orange-hued river

Where you'll go

Unlock Europe’s rivers with River Cruises sailing the Rhine, Danube and Seine, visiting countries such as the Netherlands, Germany and France.

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Your experiences

With Included and Optional Experiences, plus the freedom to explore independently or simply relax on board, every journey is tailored to you.

Aerial view of a Margaret Bridge as it crosses the River Danube in Budapest

Extend your trip

Choose to spend two nights in Lucerne to complement your Rhine journey or extend your Danube trip with two nights in Budapest, Prague, or both.

Got questions?

See the Frequently Asked Questions page for answers to the questions that get asked most.

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