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Save on select 2026 Autumn River Cruises

Save up to £450pp on select October and November river cruises

There's something rewarding about cruising Europe's rivers in autumn. Summer’s crowds begin to fade, the pace of life softens and each destination feels more welcoming, so you can experience more of what makes it special.

From vineyard-clad valleys and historic riverside towns to grand cities steeped in culture, Europe's waterways take on a new character at this time of year. Golden landscapes line the riverbanks and there's more space to savour every moment ashore.

On board, travel is entirely effortless. Unpack just once, relax and enjoy included experiences designed to immerse you in local culture.

Book your autumn river cruise today. Availability for these selected October and November sailings is limited. Secure your place now to experience Europe in its golden season with up to £450pp off.

Autumn sailings, golden savings

An aerial shot of the Porto Cathedrals next to the Douro River, Portugal
View over Lamego from staircase leading to the church of our lady in Portugal
Old fashioned Porto wine cellar with wooden barrels in Porto, Portugal
  • Portugal, Spain
  • 5* ship
  • Flights included
  • Full board, inc 1 lunch & 1 dinner at local Quintas
  • Free all-inclusive drinks package
  • 9 included experiences
Save up to £450pp on autumn sailings | Limited Availability
Save up to £450pp on autumn sailings | Limited Availability
Panoramic view of lavender filed in Valensole, Provence, France
  • France
  • 5* ships
  • Flights included
  • Rail included
  • Full board dining
  • Free all-inclusive drinks package
  • 11 included experiences
Save up to £450pp on autumn sailings | Limited Availability
Save up to £450pp on autumn sailings | Limited Availability
Pretty bridge across a waterways of Strasbourg, capital city of the Alsace region, France
Feldberg Mountain, Germany, with views of distant Hills and Forests under a blue cloudy sky
Famous Chapel Bridge in the historic city center of Lucerne, the city's symbol and one of Switzerland's main tourist attractions and views on a sunny day in summer, Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland
Church, houses and vineyards with the Rhein river in Assmanshausen, Germany

River Cruise

Rhine Cruise to Switzerland

  • France, Germany, Switzerland
  • 5* ships
  • Flights included
  • Rail included
  • Full board (except one lunch if choosing the full day excursion)
  • Free all-inclusive drinks package
  • 10 included experiences
Save up to £450pp on autumn sailings | Limited Availability
Save up to £450pp on autumn sailings | Limited Availability
Feldberg Mountain, Germany, with views of distant Hills and Forests under a blue cloudy sky
Famous Chapel Bridge in the historic city center of Lucerne, the city's symbol and one of Switzerland's main tourist attractions and views on a sunny day in summer, Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland
Aerial of the Black Forest with dark clouds in Schwarzwald, Germany
  • France, Germany, Switzerland
  • 5* ships
  • Flights included
  • Rail included
  • Full board dining
  • Free all-inclusive drinks package
  • 7 visits & tours
Save up to £450pp on autumn sailings | Limited Availability
Save up to £450pp on autumn sailings | Limited Availability
Church, houses and vineyards with the Rhein river in Assmanshausen, Germany
Rheinstein Castle partially concealed by the surrounding forests, on a valley leading down to River Rhine

River Cruise

Rhine Gorge & Cologne Discovery River Cruise

  • Germany
  • 5* ships
  • Flights included
  • Rail included
  • Full board dining
  • Free all-inclusive drinks package
  • 4 Included experiences
Save up to £450pp on autumn sailings | Limited Availability
Save up to £450pp on autumn sailings | Limited Availability

Save up to £450 / €500 per person on select Riviera Travel European river cruises departing on selected dates between 3 October and 12 November 2026. Valid on new bookings made between 8 July 2026 and 26 August 2026. This offer is available while availability lasts on selected departures only. The saving has already been applied as a price reduction to the advertised online price.

The saving applies to the standard cruise price only and excludes all additional products and services, including (but not limited to) cabin upgrades, additional optional excursions, and land extensions.

Certain deck categories on specific sailings are already sold out or feature restricted occupancy, and specific itineraries are subject to cabin availability. This offer may be combined with other promotions unless stated otherwise and is subject to availability on a first-come, first-served basis for individual departures. Riviera Travel reserves the right to amend or withdraw this offer at any time without prior notice.

All bookings are subject to Riviera Travel’s standard booking terms and conditions.