Europe doesn't do Christmas by halves!
Across the Rhine, Seine and Danube, medieval squares sparkle beneath thousands of lights, historic cities glow with seasonal splendour and festive markets tempt with artisan crafts, warming treats and cherished traditions.
Whether you're searching for the perfect Christmas gift, planning a festive getaway or simply wanting to experience Europe at its most enchanting, there's never been a better time to sail.
Book now and save up to £200pp on selected 2026 festive river cruises.
Savings have already been applied to the prices shown, making it even easier to choose your perfect festive river cruise.
Explore our festive cruises with savings
- Germany
- 5* ships
- Flights included
- Rail included
- France
- 5* ship
- Flights included
- Rail included
- France, Germany
- 5* ships
- Flights included
- Rail included
River Cruise
New Year on the Rhine River Cruise
- Germany
- 5* ships
- Flights included
- Rail included
- Austria, Hungary, Slovakia
- 5* ships
- Flights included
River Cruise
Enchanting Rhine and Yuletide Markets River Cruise
- Germany
- 5* ships
- Flights included
- Rail included
Terms & Conditions
Save up to £200pp on selected Riviera Travel Festive River cruises departing on select dates in 2026 . Valid on new bookings only, made between 27th August 2026 and 30 October 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. 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.