River Cruises Tours & Trips 2020

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Style Style Small Group Tour Small groups are usually defined as between 10 and 24 travelers, often less. If you're the kind of person who enjoys more intimate experiences and personal service this is a good choice. All else being equal you will pay a premium for this style vs a larger group tour.
Private Guided Private tours give you the undivided attention of a guide, and often involve special access to sites and unique experiences not available to larger groups. This is a great option for families, couples, and small friend groups. Expect to pay a bit more for the extra service.
Self Guided Tour A travel company plans your itinerary and arranges all the logistics including lodging, local activities, and transportantion. You have the flexibility of a solo trip while still getting the convience and time savings of expert planning. Get 90% of the benefits of a tour, without a guide.
Group Tour Groups are between 25-60 people, typically ~30-40. Usually there will be many opportunities to split off and enjoy meals and excursions in smaller groups. This is the most economical way to travel, saving up to 40% versus booking the same itinerary yourself.
River Cruise These vessels are smaller than most ocean cruisers, limiting which amenties are available. Passenger counts can vary. One of the biggest advantages of a river cruise is the ability to dock at smaller ports and local villages.
Small Ship Cruise Small ship cruises usually have a max passenger count of 500. The primary purpose of these trips is to spend time off the vessel in local ports (e.g. Mediterranean) or experiencing nature (e.g Galapagos or Antarctica). Cabins can vary from budget to luxury.
Large Ship Cruise This is the "floating city" experience, with multiple ways to enjoy your vacation aboard the ship as much as on land. Ships are multiple floors, provide several activities, culinary, and shopping options. They often make fewer stops and have less time available for shore excursions.
Retreats Similar to a self guided tour but staying in one location only with activities and day outings included as a part of the stay.

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Lodging Level Lodging Level Camping Typically involves most nights sleeping in tents (sometimes permanent tented sites) or in rustic cabins and lodges.
Basic - 2 star You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Value - 3 star Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Premium - 4 star 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Luxury - 5 star The highest level of comfort and service. All accomodations are in four or five star hotels, boutique lodges or high-end homestays.

Physical Level Physical Level Very Easy Minimal walking - motor vehicles available for all major parts of trip.
Easy Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments.
Moderate Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Strenuous All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Extreme Very challenging all day hiking and backpacking carrying significant equipment.

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Travel Style Travel Style Flexible schedule A lot of free time, with very few inclusions. Ideal for independent and/or low-key travelers and cruisers.
Full schedule For those looking to maximize their sight seeing time. You thrive on a packed day’s schedule from 8 am to 6pm, with some (but limited) free time. Most activities and meals included.
Balanced schedule You will have solid amounts of both free time and structured time with some activities and meals included.

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Solo Friendly Solo Friendly Good for Singles Trips that specifically cater to travelers looking to meet other singles.
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Danube Symphony (Eastbound)

Avalon Waterways
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6 days
$ 408 / day
$ 2,449
From : $ 3,306
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Travel Style : N/A
Physical Level : Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments. Very Easy
Lodging Level : Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels. Value (3*)
Highlights
  • Onboard welcome reception
  • Free time in Linz; choice of visit to St. Florian Monastery or guided tour of Mauthausen Concentration Camp or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Choice of guided tour in Ybbs with Artstetten Castle visit or bike with your Adventure Host; scenic cruising through the Wachau Valley; choice of guided tour in Krems or Wine World Experience with tasting or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Choice of guided sightseeing or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Choice of a guided sightseeing, visit St. Martin's Cathedral or a hike to Bratislava Castle with your Adventure Host
  • Experience views to awaken the senses on your Danube River cruise from Germany to Hungary
  • Embark in Vilshofen, Germany, and sail to the lovely city of Linz for a leisurely morning
Visits:
Bratislava, Budapest, Linz, Vienna, Passau, Prague, Austria, Germany, Hungary, Slovakia, Czech Republic
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Enchanted Europe (Eastbound)

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16 days
$ 472 / day
$ 7,548
From : $ 10,190
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Travel Style : Array Relaxed
Physical Level : Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments. Very Easy
Lodging Level : Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels. Value (3*)
Highlights
  • Onboard welcome reception
  • Choice of excursion to Black Forest or guided visit to a local winery in Breisach
  • Guided tour, visit to La Petite France district and the Gothic cathedral
  • Choice of visit to Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum, cable-car ride to the Niederwald Monument in Rüdesheim, or a hike in the vineyards with your Adventure Host; scenic cruising through the Rhine Gorge; time at leisure in Boppard
  • Choice of guided tour or bike with your Adventure Host in Frankfurt, or guided tour in Seligenstadt
  • Guided tour
  • Guided tour, visit to the Bishop's Residence
  • Guided tour, see the Old Town Hall
  • Full day guided tour in Munich
  • Choice of guided sightseeing in Roth or hike with your Adventure Host or guided tour in Nuremberg, or Nuremberg Rally Grounds tour; onboard lecture
  • Guided walk, see Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall) and Porta Pretoria
  • Guided walk in Passau; free time in Linz
  • Guided tour of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk or walk with your Adventure Host; scenic cruising through the Wachau Valley; free time in Vienna
  • Choice of guided sightseeing or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Choice of guided tour, see Heroes' Square or hike with your Adventure Host
  • Your breathtaking river cruise begins on the Rhine River in Basel, Switzerland
  • You’ll sail to Breisach, your starting point for a Black Forest excursion, and to the city of Strasbourg, France, along the way
Visits:
Bamberg, Basel, Boppard, Budapest, Frankfurt, Linz, Munich, Nuremberg, Passau, Rudesheim, Strasbourg, Vienna, Salzburg, Zurich, Heidelberg, Heidelberg Castle, Austria, France, Germany, Hungary, Switzerland
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The Beautiful Blue Danube

CroisiEurope
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6 days
$ 362 / day
$ 2,171
From : $ 2,670
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Travel Style : Array Relaxed
Physical Level : Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment. Easy
Lodging Level : 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards. Comfort (4*)
Highlights

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

  • Tour the major capital cities along the Danube
  • Bask in the idyllic landscapes of the Wachau Valley
  • EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
    • Imperial Vienna and the Schoenbrunn Palace
    • Budapest, 2000 years of history
Visits:
Budapest, Bratislava, Passau, Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany
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Burgundy & Provence (Southbound)

Avalon Waterways
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8 days
$ 437 / day
$ 3,499
From : $ 4,724
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Travel Style : Array Relaxed
Physical Level : Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments. Very Easy
Lodging Level : Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels. Value (3*)
Highlights
  • Onboard welcome reception
  • Guided walk in Tournus; onboard cheese tasting
  • Choice of guided sightseeing; with picture stop on Fourvière Hill or bike with your Adventure Host; onboard lecture
  • Culinary tour
  • Guided walk in Tournon; guided walk in Viviers, visit the Old Town and the cathedral
  • Guided sightseeing, visit to the Palace of the Popes
  • Choice of guided sightseeing in Arles, visit the Roman Amphitheater, or painting workshop or walk with your Adventure Host
  • Take a delightful river cruise through France along the Rhône and Saône Rivers with guided sightseeing in known French treasures and some hidden gems too! Take in the beautiful countryside, quaint villages and towns, as you sail through the most captivating views of France
  • Lyon, France’s gastronomic capital, founded by the Romans in 43 BC, sits at the junction of the Rhône and Saône Rivers and is a showcase of medieval and Renaissance architecture
Visits:
Arles, Avignon, Burgundy, Lyon, Dijon, Paris, France
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The Loire Valley, a Royal legacy

CroisiEurope
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6 days
$ 399 / day
$ 2,395
From : $ 2,946
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Travel Style : Array Relaxed
Physical Level : Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment. Easy
Lodging Level : 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards. Comfort (4*)
Highlights

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

  • Cruise on board a paddle steamer
  • EXCLUSIVE TO CROISIEUROPE the Loire from above(1)
  • EXCURSIONS INCLUDED
    • Full-day excursion to the castles of the Loire Valley: guided tours of the castles of Ussé, Azay-le-Rideau and the gardens of Villandry
    • Wine-tasting in the cellars of the Brissac castle(3)
    • Secret courtyards and covered passageways in Nantes
    • The Saint-Nazaire shipyard, embodiment of French pride
    • The wine route of the Muscadet through the vineyards of the Nantes region
Visits:
France
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Iconic Rivers of Europe - the Rhine, Main & D ...

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25 days
$ 480 / day
$ 11,997
From : $ 16,196
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Travel Style : Array Relaxed
Physical Level : Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments. Very Easy
Lodging Level : Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels. Value (3*)
Highlights
  • Onboard welcome reception
  • Canal cruise
  • Choice of Cologne highlights walking tour, or Jewish Heritage walking tour or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Cruise through the scenic Rhine Gorge with breathtaking views of ancient castles, towering cliffs, and the legendary Rock of the Lorelei; choice of visit to Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum or cable-car ride to the Niederwald Monument in Rüdesheim
  • Guided walk
  • Guided sightseeing, visit the Bishop’s Residenz
  • Choice of walking tour or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Choice of guided tour, see the Old Town Hall or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Choice of guided tour in Roth, or hike with your Adventure Host, or guided tour in Nuremberg, or Nuremberg Rally Grounds tour; onboard lecture
  • Choice of guided tour or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Guided tour in Passau; free time in Linz
  • Guided tour of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk or hike with your Adventure Host; scenic cruise through the Wachau Valley; free time in Vienna
  • Choice of guided tour or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Scenic cruising into Budapest; choice of guided tour, see Heroes’ Square or hike with your Adventure Host
  • Day at leisure
  • Choice of guided tour in Pécs, visit the underground tombs, or sightseeing in Mohács, visit St. Nicolas watermill or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Ilok guided tour; choice of Novi Sad guided tour or walk with your Adventure Host
  • Choice of guided tour or walk with your Adventure Host; onboard lecture
  • Visit to Golubač fortress; choice of visit Lepenski Vir archaeo-logical site or bike with your Adventure Host; scenic cruise through the Iron Gates Gorge
  • Choice of guided tour in Vidin, excursion to Belogradchik, see the rock formations or hike with your Adventure Host
  • Choice of full-day excursion, visit to Tsarevet’s Fortress in Veliko Târnovo and to the Ethnographical Museum and the Church of the Nativity in Arbanassi, or guided sightseeing in Rousse, or walk in the park with your Adventure Host
  • Guided sightseeing in Bucharest
  • Brasov guided tour; visit Bran Castle
  • Visit Peles Castle
  • From Holland to Romania, with a host of exciting stops along the way, this river cruise vacation across Europe is truly an adventure! Amsterdam, Holland’s lively capital, is set amongst sophisticated architecture and classic squares and canals with countless museums, cafés, shops, and restaurants to explore
  • See the treasures of this 700-year-old city on a canal cruise along the elegant grachten
Visits:
Amsterdam, Bamberg, Belgrade, Belogradchik, Brasov, Bucharest, Budapest, Croatia, Linz, Nuremberg, Passau, Romania, Vienna, Bratislava, Rudesheim, Transylvania, Austria, Bulgaria, Germany, Hungary, Serbia, Netherlands, Slovakia
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The Rhine & Moselle: Canals, Vineyards & ...

Avalon Waterways
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10 days
$ 445 / day
$ 4,448
From : $ 6,005
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Travel Style : Array Relaxed
Physical Level : Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments. Very Easy
Lodging Level : Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels. Value (3*)
Highlights
  • Onboard welcome reception
  • Canal cruise
  • Choice of Cologne highlights walking tour or Jewish Heritage walking tour or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Cruise through the scenic Rhine Gorge with breathtaking views of ancient castles, towering cliffs, and the legendary Rock of the Lorelei; in Rüdesheim choice of visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum or cable car ride to the Niederwald Monument; free time in Koblenz in the evening
  • Sail through the Moselle Valley; choice of guided walk with visit of Reichsburg Castle or cable-car ride and hike with your Adventure Host or visit to the Historische Senfmühle (mustard mill)
  • Choice of guided walk in Bernkastel or hike with your Adventure Host to the Castle; wine tasting
  • Choice of guided tour in Luxembourg or wine walk or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Travel by motorcoach from Remich to Luxembourg City or Metz; continue by high-speed train to Paris; guided sightseeing
  • Visit to Ateliers de Lumières
  • Start this magnificent river cruise vacation in Holland’s popular, modern capital of Amsterdam
  • See the treasures of this 700-year-old city from a unique perspective—on a canal cruise along the elegant grachten
Visits:
Amsterdam, Koblenz, Luxembourg, Paris, Rudesheim, France, Germany, Netherlands
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Rhine & Rhône Revealed (Southbound)

Avalon Waterways
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15 days
$ 473 / day
$ 7,098
From : $ 9,582
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Travel Style : Array Relaxed
Physical Level : Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments. Very Easy
Lodging Level : Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels. Value (3*)
Highlights
  • Onboard welcome reception
  • Canal cruise
  • Choice of Cologne highlights walking tour, or Jewish Heritage walking tour or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Cruise through the scenic Rhine Gorge with breathtaking views of ancient castles, towering cliffs, and the legendary Rock of the Lorelei; visit Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in Rüdesheim or hike in the vineyards with your Adventure Host
  • Choice of guided walk in Mainz with a visit to the Gutenberg Museum, or a guided tour of Heidelberg Castle, see the Great Vat, or a hike up Philosophers' Way
  • Choice of guided sightseeing, visit the La Petite France district and the Gothic cathedral or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Choice of excursion to Black Forest, or visit to Badischer Winzerkeller
  • Transfer to Beaune, visit Hôtel-Dieu; onboard welcome reception
  • Guided walk in Tournus; on board cheese tasting
  • Choice of guided sightseeing with picture stop on Fourvière Hill or bike with your Adventure Host; on board lecture
  • Culinary tour
  • Guided walk in Tournon; guided walk in Viviers, visit the Old Town and the cathedral
  • Guided sightseeing, visit to the Palace of the Popes
  • Choice of guided sightseeing in Arles, visit the Roman Amphitheater, or painting workshop or walk with your Adventure Host
  • Immerse yourself in French and German culture on this fabulous Europe river cruise vacation along the Rhine, Saône, and Rhône Rivers
  • The views will be spectacular so be sure to pack your camera so you can capture the romance and splendor of this magical journey
Visits:
Amsterdam, Arles, Avignon, Basel, Heidelberg, Lyon, Rudesheim, Strasbourg, Burgundy, Koblenz, France, Germany, Netherlands, Switzerland
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Rhine & Rhône Revealed with 2 Nights in Nice ...

Avalon Waterways
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17 days
$ 456 / day
$ 7,757
From : $ 10,472
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Travel Style : Array Relaxed
Physical Level : Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments. Very Easy
Lodging Level : Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels. Value (3*)
Highlights
  • Onboard welcome reception
  • Canal cruise
  • Choice of Cologne highlights walking tour, or Jewish Heritage walking tour or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Cruise through the scenic Rhine Gorge with breathtaking views of ancient castles, towering cliffs, and the legendary Rock of the Lorelei; visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in Rüdesheim or hike in the vineyards with your Adventure Host
  • Choice of guided walk in Mainz with a visit to the Gutenberg Museum, or a guided tour of Heidelberg Castle, see the Great Vat, or a hike up Philosophers' Way
  • Choice of guided sightseeing, visit the La Petite France district and the Gothic cathedral or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Choice of excursion to Black Forest, or visit to Badischer Winzerkeller
  • Transfer to Beaune, visit Hôtel-Dieu; onboard welcome reception
  • Guided walk in Tournus; on board cheese tasting
  • Choice of guided sightseeing with picture stop on Fourvière Hill or bike with your Adventure Host; on board lecture
  • Culinary tour
  • Guided walk in Tournon; guided walk in Viviers, visit the Old Town and the cathedral
  • Guided sightseeing, visit to the Palace of the Popes
  • Choice of guided sightseeing in Arles, visit the Roman Amphitheater, or painting workshop or walk with your Adventure Host
  • Transfer to Nice; guided tour
  • Guided tour
  • Immerse yourself in French and German culture on this fabulous European river cruise vacation along the Rhine, Saône, and Rhône Rivers
  • Enjoy spectacular views and romantic splendor of this magical journey ending with a night in Marseilles
Visits:
Amsterdam, Arles, Avignon, Basel, Heidelberg, Lyon, Rudesheim, Strasbourg, Koblenz, France, Germany, Netherlands
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Iconic Rivers of Europe - the Rhine, Main & Danube

Avalon Waterways
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23 days
$ 491 / day
$ 11,297
From : $ 15,251
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
Travel Style : N/A
Physical Level : Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments. Very Easy
Lodging Level : Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels. Value (3*)
Highlights
  • Onboard welcome reception
  • Canal cruise
  • Choice of Cologne highlights walking tour, or Jewish Heritage walking tour or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Cruise through the scenic Rhine Gorge with breathtaking views of ancient castles, towering cliffs, and the legendary Rock of the Lorelei; choice of visit to Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum or cable-car ride to the Niederwald Monument in Rüdesheim
  • Guided walk
  • Guided sightseeing, visit the Bishop’s Residenz
  • Choice of walking tour or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Choice of guided tour, see the Old Town Hall or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Choice of guided tour in Roth, or hike with your Adventure Host, or guided tour in Nuremberg, or Nuremberg Rally Grounds tour; onboard lecture
  • Choice of guided tour or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Guided tour in Passau; free time in Linz
  • Guided tour of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk or hike with your Adventure Host; scenic cruise through the Wachau Valley; free time in Vienna
  • Choice of guided tour or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Scenic cruising into Budapest; choice of guided tour, see Heroes’ Square or hike with your Adventure Host
  • Day at leisure
  • Choice of guided tour in Pécs, visit the underground tombs, or sightseeing in Mohács, visit St. Nicolas watermill or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Ilok guided tour; choice of Novi Sad guided tour or walk with your Adventure Host
  • Choice of guided tour or walk with your Adventure Host; onboard lecture
  • Visit to Golubač fortress; choice of visit Lepenski Vir archaeo-logical site or bike with your Adventure Host; scenic cruise through the Iron Gates Gorge
  • Choice of guided tour in Vidin, excursion to Belogradchik, see the rock formations or hike with your Adventure Host
  • Choice of full-day excursion, visit to Tsarevet’s Fortress in Veliko Târnovo and to the Ethnographical Museum and the Church of the Nativity in Arbanassi, or guided sightseeing in Rousse, or walk in the park with your Adventure Host
  • Guided sightseeing in Bucharest
  • From Holland to Romania, with a host of exciting stops along the way, this river cruise vacation across Eu-rope is truly an adventure! Amsterdam, Holland’s lively capital, is set amongst sophisticated architecture and classic squares and canals with countless museums, cafés, shops, and restaurants to explore
  • See the treasures of this 700-year-old city on a canal cruise along the elegant grachten
Visits:
Amsterdam, Bamberg, Belgrade, Belogradchik, Bucharest, Budapest, Croatia, Linz, Nuremberg, Passau, Romania, Vienna, Boppard, Heidelberg, Munich, Austria, Bulgaria, Germany, Hungary, Serbia
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Romantic Rhine (Southbound)

Avalon Waterways
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8 days
$ 387 / day
$ 3,299
From : $ 4,199
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Travel Style : Array Relaxed
Physical Level : Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments. Very Easy
Lodging Level : Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels. Value (3*)
Highlights
  • Onboard welcome reception
  • Canal cruise
  • Choice of Cologne highlights walking tour, or Jewish Heritage walking tour or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Cruise through the scenic Rhine Gorge with breathtaking views of ancient castles, towering cliffs, and the legendary Rock of the Lorelei; visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in Rüdesheim or hike in the vineyards with your Adventure Host
  • Choice of guided walk in Mainz with a visit to the Gutenberg Museum-or a guided tour of Heidelberg Castle, see the Great Vat, or a hike up Philosophers' Way
  • Choice of guided sightseeing, visit the La Petite France district and the Gothic cathedral or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Choice of excursion to Black Forest, or visit to a local winery in Breisach
  • One of Europe’s most legendary rivers takes you across Germany and touches in Holland, France, and Switzerland! This magnificent Rhine River cruise begins in the ever popular, modern city of Amsterdam, Holland
  • Cruise on its famous canals along the elegant grachten--the best way to see the treasures of this 700-year-old city dating back to the “Golden Age
Visits:
Amsterdam, Basel, Heidelberg, Rudesheim, Strasbourg, Zurich, Koblenz, Heidelberg Castle, Germany, Switzerland, France, Netherlands
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Tulip Time in Holland & Belgium

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8 days
$ 387 / day
$ 3,299
From : $ 4,184
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
Travel Style : N/A
Physical Level : Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments. Very Easy
Lodging Level : Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels. Value (3*)
Highlights
  • Onboard welcome reception
  • Choice of biking tour, or guided sightseeing of Arnhem, or guided tour of Airborne Museum in Arnhem; free time in Nijmegen
  • Choice of guided tour or walk with your Adventure Host
  • Choice of guided tour or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Guided tour
  • Choice of guided tour in Antwerp, visit the central Grote Markt or bike with your Adventure Host; free time in the evening in Brussels
  • Choice of guided tour, see the town hall or attend a chocolate workshop or bike with your Adventure Host
  • If you’ve dreamed of a view filled with windmills and blooming fields of color in Holland and Belgium, it all comes true on your European river cruise from Amsterdam to Brussels! Cruise on the Rhine River to visit Arnhem—home of WWII memorials and monuments
  • Choose a visit to Arnhem’s WWII Airborne Museum or a bike ride
Visits:
Amsterdam, Antwerp, Brussels, Belgium, Netherlands
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From the Inca Empire to the Peruvian Amazon with ...

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18 days
$ 538 / day
$ 9,679
From : $ 13,067
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
Travel Style : Array Relaxed
Physical Level : Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments. Very Easy
Lodging Level : Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels. Value (3*)
Highlights
  • Welcome to Lima
  • Walking tour, visit San Francisco Monastery and Larco Herrera Museum; welcome dinner at Casa Garcia Alvarado
  • Visit the ruins of Sacsayhuaman and Kenko, visit Awanakancha to see various camelids from the region, and explore Pisac Market
  • Visit the Ollantaytambo ruins; take the 360°Train to Machu Picchu; walking tour of Machu Picchu
  • Enjoy a second included entrance to Machu Picchu; return on the 360°Train to the Sacred Valley and continue to Cusco
  • Walking tour of Cusco, visit Santo Domingo Monastery and the Cathedral
  • Fly to Iquitos via Lima; board the Delfin III; onboard welcome reception; wildlife viewing excursions during the afternoon and evening
  • Wildlife viewing excursions during the morning and afternoon; cooking demonstration and Pisco Sour-making lesson
  • Wildlife viewing excursions during the morning, afternoon, and evening; visit Pacaya Samiria National Reserve; endemic fruit presentation; kayaking; piranha fishing; special farewell dinner
  • Disembark the Delfin III; visit the Manatee Rescue Center; fly to Lima
  • Welcome to Quito
  • Walking tour, visit San Francisco Monastery, La Compania Church, La Ronda Street, a Chocolate factory, and the Equatorial Monument; welcome dinner
  • Fly to the Galápagos Islands; embark Treasure of Galápagos; visit Charles Darwin Research Station on Santa Cruz Island
  • Naturalist-guided walks on each island; snorkeling
  • Naturalist-guided walks on each island; snorkeling
  • Naturalist-guided walks on each island; snorkeling
  • Disembark Treasure of Galápagos; visit San Cristobal Interpretation Center; fly to Quito
  • Experience the archaeological treasures and scenic beauty of Peru with the fascinating untamed rainforest of the Amazon and the stunning marine life and tropical waters of the Galápagos Islands
  • This amazing river cruise vacation offers a little something for everyone!

    Begin in the cosmopolitan city of Lima with a guided sightseeing tour, a visit to the Larco Herrera Museum, and a special welcome dinner in an ornate family-owned mansion
Visits:
Cusco, Galapagos Islands, Iquitos, Lima, Machu Picchu, Quito, Sacred Valley, Santa Cruz Island, Ecuador, Peru
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Magnificent Europe

Avalon Waterways
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15 days
$ 460 / day
$ 6,599
From : $ 7,299
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Travel Style : Array Relaxed
Physical Level : Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments. Very Easy
Lodging Level : Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels. Value (3*)
Highlights
  • Onboard welcome reception
  • Canal cruise
  • Choice of Cologne highlights walking tour or Jewish Heritage walking tour or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Scenic cruise through the Rhine Gorge; choice of visit to Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum or cable-car ride to the Niederwald Monument in Rüdesheim
  • Guided walk
  • Guided sightseeing, visit the Bishop's Residence
  • Choice of walking tour or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Choice of guided tour, see the Old Town Hall or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Choice of guided tour in Roth, or guided tour in Nuremberg, or hike with your Adventure Host, or guided tour in Nuremberg, or Nuremberg Rally Grounds tour; onboard lecture
  • Choice of guided tour or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Guided tour in Passau; free time in Linz
  • Guided tour of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk or hike with your Adventure Host; scenic cruise through the Wachau Valley; free time in Vienna
  • Choice of guided tour or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Scenic cruising into Budapest; choice of guided tour, see Heroes' Square or hike with your Adventure Host
  • From Amsterdam to Budapest, and in many exciting stops along the way, experience the culture of Central Europe in a unique way on this timeless river cruise vacation
  • Amsterdam is Holland’s lively capital—both historical and modern
Visits:
Amsterdam, Bamberg, Budapest, Linz, Nuremberg, Passau, Rudesheim, Salzburg, Vienna, Bratislava, Austria, Germany, Hungary, Slovakia, Netherlands
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From the Inca Empire to the Peruvian Amazon

Avalon Waterways
Preferred
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
11 days
$ 473 / day
$ 5,199
From : $ 7,019
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Travel Style : Array Relaxed
Physical Level : Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments. Very Easy
Lodging Level : Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels. Value (3*)
Highlights
  • Welcome to Lima
  • Walking tour, visit San Francisco Monastery and Larco Herrera Museum; welcome dinner at Casa Garcia Alvarado
  • Visit the ruins of Sacsayhuaman and Kenko, visit Awanakancha to see various camelids from the region, and explore Pisac Market
  • Visit the Ollantaytambo ruins; take the 360°Train to Machu Picchu; walking tour of Machu Picchu
  • Enjoy a second included entrance to Machu Picchu; return on the 360°Train to the Sacred Valley and continue to Cusco
  • Walking tour of Cusco, visit Santo Domingo Monastery and the Cathedral
  • Fly to Iquitos via Lima; board the Delfin III; onboard welcome reception; wildlife viewing excursions during the afternoon and evening
  • Wildlife viewing excursions during the morning and afternoon; cooking demonstration and Pisco Sour-making lesson
  • Wildlife viewing excursions during the morning, afternoon, and evening; visit Pacaya Samiria National Reserve; endemic fruit presentation; kayaking; piranha fishing; special farewell dinner
  • Disembark the Delfin III; visit the Manatee Rescue Center; fly to Lima
  • From its amazing archaeological treasures and gastronomic delights to its scenic beauty and melting pot of cultures, Peru offers visitors a wide array of attractions—and on this tour, you’ll experience its highlights
  • Begin in the cosmopolitan city of Lima with a guided sightseeing tour, a visit to the Larco Herrera Museum, and a special welcome dinner in an ornate family-owned mansion
Visits:
Cusco, Iquitos, Lima, Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, Peru
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684 River Cruises Tour Reviews - Summary 87% Recommend

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Excellent 547
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Average 10
Disappointing 18
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Value
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Lodging
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Staff cordiale, preciso, attento

5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Guide 5.0
  • Activities 5.0
  • Lodging 5.0
  • Transportation 5.0
  • Meals 5.0

Mi sono sentita ben seguita e consigliata nella fase decisionale del percorso, c'è stata disponibilità nel cercare di poter rientrare nell'offerta migliore per le nostre esigenze, molta pazienza del rispondere ai dubbi che avevo su alcuni punti logistici e organizzativi

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Operator Le boat

nice people in ireland

4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Guide 4.0
  • Activities 4.0
  • Lodging 4.0
  • Transportation 4.0
  • Meals 4.0

nice people in ireland

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Wonderful cruise with ms volendam…

4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Guide 4.0
  • Activities 4.0
  • Lodging 4.0
  • Transportation 4.0
  • Meals 4.0

Wonderful cruise with ms volendam departing in ft.lauderdale 3/1 till buenos aires on 12/2 special thanks to James and Wayan who wonderfull serviced our stateroom 6169 .
And special thanks to Rian and Mint from the main dining room table 156 for the very good service!!
The cruise was a wonderful experience !!
Regards William (wilhelmus)and monique from the netherlands.

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Operator Holland America Line

Easy to navigate

5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Guide 5.0
  • Activities 5.0
  • Lodging 5.0
  • Transportation 5.0
  • Meals 5.0

Easy to navigate

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Operator Le boat

Sehr übersichtliche Plattform mit…

5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Guide 5.0
  • Activities 5.0
  • Lodging 5.0
  • Transportation 5.0
  • Meals 5.0

Sehr übersichtliche Plattform mit vielen nützlichen Informationen, um die eigene Reise nach individuellen Wünsche zu gestalten.

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Operator Le boat

My wife and I sailed on a…

4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Guide 4.0
  • Activities 4.0
  • Lodging 4.0
  • Transportation 4.0
  • Meals 4.0

My wife and I sailed on a trans-Atlantic cruise from Fort Lauderdale in April 2022. Thought we had to endure a second Covid-19 test before boarding, that was the last problem that we encountered during our 21-day cruise. The veranda cabin on the cruise was comfortable and the shower very good. The food was first-class and the tours excellent, with only one exception. The trans-Atlantic portion of the cruise was one of the most pleasurable experiences I have ever had and the staff were memorable. I have read several of these reviews and I wonder whether they were actually on Holland America ships or their expectations ridiculously high. This is a fine, well-established cruise line and I would definitely recommend it.

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Operator Holland America Line

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