Riviera Travel’s 2023 European river cruise programme features 299 cruises from March to November, including six sailings exclusively for solo travellers.
A choice of 14 itineraries itineraries cover countries such as France, Germany, Portugal, Hungary and the Netherlands, and include:
- Douro, Porto and Salamanca. Eight-day sailing on the Douro, pictured, featuring eight guided tours and visits, including tours of Porto and Salamanca; dinner at a traditional Portuguese quinta; and visits to Castelo Rodrigo, Mateus Palace Gardens and Lamego. From £1,569pp.
- Burgundy, the River Rhône and Provence. Eight-day sailing featuring seven visits and tours including Lyon, Arles, Avignon and Vienne; a wine tasting in Beaune; and excursions to the Ardèche Gorges, Popes’ Palace and the Pont du Gard. From £1,569pp.
- The Blue Danube River Cruise: Vienna, Budapest and Salzburg. Eight day sailing featuring seven tours and visits including guided tours of Vienna, Salzburg or Linz, Dürnstein, Budapest and Bratislava; and visits to Esztergom Basilica and Melk Abbey. From £1,519pp.
- Amsterdam, Kinderdijk and the Dutch Bulbfields. Five-day cruise, featuring five visits and tours including visits to the Keukenhof Gardens, Enkhuizen, Kinderdijk and Rotterdam, and a canal cruise in Amsterdam. From £929pp.
Prices include return flights with regional airport options available; Eurostar travel on select itineraries; full board; and scheduled visits and tours. Excursions are available in every port visited, while sailings also include on-board lectures, port talks, entertainment and authentic regional menus.
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Katja Hildebrandt, head of cruise at Riviera Travel, said: “W have launched our European programme earlier than ever before to help meet demand for these stunning sailings.
“We personally select every aspect of our river cruises, and ensure our itineraries are thoughtfully balanced, meaning they are perfect for anyone looking to explore at a relaxing pace.”