River Cruising
River cruises combine the conveniences of ocean travel, but with a smaller crowd and a much slower pace. Offering the chance to combine numerous city breaks into one holiday, you can enjoy exploring a new destination each day after sailing through the night in serene comfort.
River cruise ships can sail further into the ports and inner-depths of the city, cutting travel time down for your itinerary and allowing you to explore freely. You’ll get more opportunities to immerse yourself in culture and atmosphere with a river cruise than you would anywhere else. Check out our tips and guides to ensure you get the best.
Featured articles
Why the River Rhone should be your next river cruise
Explore the vineyards, lavender fields and sunflower meadows fringing the River Rhone in France by bike, kayak or on foot, writes Sarah Riches
First look at TUI River Cruises’ new ship, TUI Ria
TUI Ria is the newest ship to join TUI River Cruises’ fleet. Discover everything you need to know about this new ship – from its multi-functional pool to top-deck putting green
Discover lesser-known rivers for your next adventure
Swap headline destinations for lesser-known waterways ripe for discovery – and make your next river cruise a true adventure, says Will Payne
How to choose the right river for your cruise
Europe’s vast network of waterways
makes it the go-to continent for a river cruise
adventure. But which itineraries stand out
as the best?
Spotlight on A-Rosa Alea and A-Rosa Clea
A-Rosa Alea and A-Rosa Clea, both of which were added to the A-Rosa fleet for the 2024 season, come under the World of Cruising spotlight
Riviera Travel: How cruising down the Mekong has changed
Southeast Asia’s Mekong River radiates with a tempestuous history, but that only adds to the region’s modern cultural flavours. With so much to see, respect and experience, you’re going to need a spectacular tour guide – which is where Riviera Travel shines
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Spotlight on Riverside Debussy
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Wine and dine on the Rhine with Viking
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Interview: ‘We missed our ship – but would go again!’
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Why you should escape on a solo cruise this Christmas
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Everything you need to know about Riviera Travel's two new ships for 2025
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How to find the right themed cruise for you
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Choose a combined river cruise for further exploration
Reviews
The route to ancient Egypt
Advice
Riviera Travel set to launch two new river cruise ships in Europe
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40 years of perfection: Riviera’s best French River cruise deals for 2024
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River cruise your way… and save £250 per booking
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Happy 40th Birthday Riviera Travel
Ship Reviews
First time cruise heaven
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Child's play with A-Rosa
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Feeling festive on the river with TUI River Cruises
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