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2025 River Cruises

River cruising makes a holiday to remember. And Riviera’s river cruises are multi award-winning and our itineraries are crafted by expert explorers, so you can relax knowing you’re in safe hands. ​

Sail to so many bucket list destinations, from Portugal’s vineyard-draped towns on the Douro Valley, to the Danube’s greatest cities like historic Budapest and Vienna. Immerse yourself in each location with expert local guides, whether that’s a cellar tour in Porto (and all-important port tasting) or a guided tour of the remarkable Melk Abbey in Austria. ​

And it’s not just about the destinations – it is about the journey (excuse the cliché). There’s five-star accommodation on board with a window or balcony in every cabin, full board fine dining with buffet breakfasts, lunches and four-course fine dining in the evening. You won’t want to miss the evening entertainment, from a lively Hungarian folklore show to a classical musical recital. Throughout your trip, a wonderful Riviera Cruise Director and Concierge will look after you.

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Our award winning river cruises offer unbeatable value including:

  • Flights with no regional supplements & transfers.
  • 24/7 support from our UK based team.
  • Full board dining, chefs dinner and a free drinks package
  • Expert Riviera Tour Manager looking after you throughout.
  • Book with a deposit, and pay full balance up to 101 days before departure.
  • Our happiness guarantee protection: If you’re not happy by day two we’ll bring you home with a full refund.
  • Our price promise which ensures you book at the best price or a voucher +25% back.
  • Fantastic itineraries curated by experts filled with insightful excursions & visits.

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Temple of Augustus and Livia in Vienne, France
  • France
  • 5* ships
  • Flights included
  • Rail included
  • Full board dining
  • 12 included experiences
  • Return Eurostar, TGV & transfers
  • Visit historic Avignon
  • See remarkable Roman ruins
  • A walking tour of Van Gogh's Arles
10% off all 2026 holidays. Every. Single. One
10% off all 2026 holidays. Every. Single. One
  • Austria, Hungary, Slovakia
  • 5* ships
  • Flights included
  • 12 included experiences
  • Full board dining
  • Enjoy on board musical performances
  • Guided tours of the most historic towns and cities
  • Guided tour of Musikverein Concert Hall
10% off all 2026 holidays. Every. Single. One
10% off all 2026 holidays. Every. Single. One
Classic view of Salzburg and Festung Hohensalzburg fortress illuminated at Christmas time in Austria
Aerial view of Salzburg's Christmas Market illuminated at night in Austria
Traditional Christmas market at Vienna Town Hall at night in front of town hall

River Cruise

Christmas on the Danube River Cruise

  • Austria, Hungary, Slovakia
  • 5* ships
  • Flights included
  • Full board with Christmas Gala dinner
  • 9 included experiences
  • Live Christmas classical quartet recital
  • Hungarian Christmas Folklore Show
10% off all 2026 holidays. Every. Single. One
10% off all 2026 holidays. Every. Single. One
Canal and illuminated buildings during a Christmas market in Strasbourg, France
Christmas market lights in front of Speyer Cathedral at night, Germany
St. Michael church covered in snow at night in Cologne, Germany
Christmas market and Catholic cathedral at night in the city of Cologne, Germany

River Cruise

Christmas on the Rhine River Cruise

  • France, Germany
  • 5* ships
  • Flights included
  • Rail included
  • Full board with Christmas Gala dinner
  • 9 included experiences
  • Festive folklore show
  • Violin Duo performance on board
10% off all 2026 holidays. Every. Single. One
10% off all 2026 holidays. Every. Single. One
  • Germany
  • 5* ships
  • Flights included
  • Rail included
  • Full board dining & Chef's dinner
  • 6 included experiences
  • Live performance of Rhenish folk music and dance
Free €100 onboard credit on select departures
Free €100 onboard credit on select departures

Book with confidence

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24/7 access to UK based team

We’re on hand before and during your holiday. If anything were to go awry during your travels, you can call our emergency number at any point.

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Price promise

Book early, confident in the knowledge it will be our lowest price. In the event we do reduce the price after you've booked, we'll automatically send you a Future Travel Voucher for the difference in value, plus an extra 25%

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Happiness guaranteed

You’re always protected by our Happiness Guarantee; if you’re not happy by day two of your holiday, we’ll bring you home with a full refund.

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Quality promise

You cannot find the same quality experience for less with a competitor – and if you do, we’ll match the price.

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Your money is safe and secure

No matter what, your money is safe and secure and fully protected by ABTA and ATOL.

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