Explore Legendary Rivers

River cruising opens doors to experiences that will forever change how you see the world. From grand capitals to hidden villages, small boutique sized ships connect you intimately with civilization’s greatest treasures and most magnificent waterways. Among the world’s most celebrated rivers, these ten waterways promise adventures that will capture your heart and imagination forever.

Scenic Highlights

RHINE

  • Fairytale castles perched on dramatic cliffs
  • Historic Cologne Cathedral’s soaring Gothic spires
  • The UNESCO-protected Rhine Gorge’s breathtaking vistas
  • Charming medieval towns and wine villages preserving centuries-old traditions
  • The mystical Black Forest’s enchanting landscapes

SEINE

  • Paris’ timeless monuments bathed in golden light
  • Monet’s gardens blooming in endless inspiration
  • Normandy’s beaches telling tales of courage
  • Palace of Versailles glittering with royal splendor
  • French culinary scene and outdoor cafes

RHÔNE

  • Avignon’s Papal Palace commanding the river
  • Legendary vineyards yielding liquid gold
  • Lavender painted hills in purple dreams
  • Lyon’s kitchens creating culinary magic
  • Van Gogh’s landscapes coming alive

ZAMBEZI

  • Victoria Falls thundering with nature’s raw power
  • Elephants gathering in peaceful riverside moments
  • Hippos greeting the sunset with ancient rituals
  • African skies painting spectacular displays
  • Table Mountain in Cape Town
  • Traditional villages sharing timeless wisdom

NILE

  • Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, featuring King Tutankhamun's treasures, in Cairo
  • The Pyramids and the Sphinx of Giza, the only Ancient Wonders of the World still standing
  • The well-preserved Luxor Temple open-air museum
  • Tomb of Nefertari in the Valley of the Queens
  • Abdeen Presidential Palace, one of the most luxurious palaces in the world

DOURO

  • Portugal’s historic port wine cellars steeped in tradition
  • Terraced vineyards climbing impossibly steep hillsides
  • Traditional quintas welcoming visitors with centuries-old hospitality
  • Ancient Roman ruins emerging from mist-shrouded hills
  • The spectacular Douro Valley’s untamed beauty

DANUBE

  • Budapest’s Parliament Building glowing like a jewel at twilight
  • Vienna’s grand palaces echoing with classical music
  • The stunning Wachau Valley’s sunlit vineyards
  • Melk’s awe-inspiring Baroque abbey
  • The dramatic Iron Gates’ towering cliffs

MEKONG

  • Angkor Wat rising from morning mist
  • Floating markets dancing with daily life
  • Ancient silk-weaving traditions surviving time
  • Gilded temples reflecting river waters
  • Rice paddies stretching to the horizon

MISSISSIPPI

  • New Orleans jazz filling sultry nights
  • Antebellum mansions gracing riverbanks
  • Civil War stories echoing through time
  • Mark Twain’s river tales coming alive
  • Memphis blues touching the soul
  • Southern hospitality warming hearts

COLUMBIA & SNAKE

  • Columbia River Gorge, sculpted by glacial floods
  • Multnomah Falls, one of the most famous in the Pacific Northwest
  • Mount St. Helens active volcano
  • Granite-walled Hells Canyon, the deepest gorge in North America
  • Walla Walla’s vineyards and colorful fields of wheat, asparagus and onions
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