River cruising offers an intimate atmosphere as you take to the waterways of the world. Get closer to the spectacular cityscapes, and cruise through canals and rivers that are impossible for the larger ships to sail. With comfortable accommodations, excellent meals, and the convenience of a floating hotel, a river cruise is a practical and enjoyable way to explore fascinating destinations throughout the world.
Price Per Night:$857.07 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
Itinerary:
St. Paul, Red Wing, La Crosse, Dubuque, Quad Cities, Burlington, Hannibal, St. Louis, Scenic Sailing: Lower Mississippi, Memphis...
History and culture unfold as you traverse the Mississippi on this enriching voyage. Enjoy relaxing scenic sailing and unparalleled bird-watching as the landscape changes between the bluffs of the North and the bayous of the South. Learn about the American civil rights movement and the Civil War. Along the way, tap your feet to the rhythm of American folk, soul and jazz music-and taste a delicious array of regional cuisine.
Price Per Night:$349.90 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
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Budapest, Kalocsa, Osijek, Belgrade, Golubac, Scenic Sailing: The Iron Gate, Vidin, Ruse, Bucharest
See Bucharest’s 3,000-room Palace of Parliament. Make banitsa bread with a home cook in Vidin. Explore Belgrade’s Ottoman and European treasures, including the 6th-century Kalemegdan Fortress. View the Danube’s towering Iron Gate. Witness Hungary’s daredevil Puszta horsemen. Behold Budapest’s grandeur. Once hidden behind the Iron Curtain, the eastern Danube still has secrets to reveal on this enriching cruisetour.
Price Per Night:$449.90 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
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Nuremberg, Bamberg, Würzburg, Marktheidenfeld, Scenic Sailing: Main River, Spessart, Frankfurt, Karlsruhe, Strasbourg, Breisach, Basel...
Set sail on a holiday voyage, visiting festive Christmas markets along the Rhine and Main. Embrace the spirit of the season while browsing for artisanal crafts in Basel and Karlsruhe, and discover Alsatian traditions in Strasbourg. Admire the old-world charms of Frankfurt’s Römerberg Square, sample local delights in Würzburg and marvel at Nuremberg's Christkindlesmarkt, where centuries-old wonders like Zwetschgenmännle and aromatic mulled wine abound.
Price Per Night:$345.36 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
Itinerary:
Paris, Reims, Trier, Bernkastel, Trier, Cochem, Winningen, Mainz, Heidelberg, Scenic Sailing: Main River, Spessart...
Celebrate the holiday season as you immerse yourself in French, German and Czech traditions. Spend time in chic Paris and sample tasty yuletide dishes. Explore Christmas markets in quaint German towns and enjoy the scent of spiced gingerbread and glühwein as they fill the air amid colorful stalls. Visit castles and cathedrals that are adorned with festive displays. Revel in the merry atmosphere as you sail along Europe’s iconic rivers.
Sail along the scenic Rhône River through the beautiful French countryside. Discover Roman Provence at Les Arènes d’Arles and the Pont du Gard. Explore the world’s largest Gothic palace at Avignon’s grand Palace of the Popes. Excite your palate in Lyon, capital of French gastronomy. Savor local wines, hunt for truffles and see how chèvre cheese is made. Come witness the beauty that inspired artists like Cézanne and Chagall on this eight-day voyage.
Uncover the ancient secrets of Egypt amid the welcoming culture of today. See the pyramids from astride a majestic camel. Explore the Temple of Karnak’s 136 soaring pillars. Visit Queen Nefertari’s tomb in the Valley of the Queens. Skim the waters of the Nile by traditional felucca. Enjoy the fragrances of Aswan’s spice market. Join our expert Egyptologists on a 12-day cruisetour through Egypt on board our modern Nile ships, owned and operated by Viking.
Explore one of Europe’s best-loved rivers. Discover the turreted fortresses, grand cathedrals, historic cities, medieval towns and stunning scenery of the Middle Rhine-a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Taste the region’s renowned white wines, the roots of its terraced vineyards reaching back to Roman times. Savor the various culinary traditions of Alsace. With calls in Amsterdam, Cologne and Basel, this journey reveals a rich landscape of beauty and culture.
Price Per Night:$619.90 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
Itinerary:
Porto (Embark), Re´gua, Pinhão, Pinhão, Pocinho, Vega de Terrón, Vega de Terrón (Salamanca), Barca d’Alva, Barca d’Alva, Régua, Re´gua, Porto (Braga), Porto, Porto (Disembark), Transfer to Lisbon, Lisbon, Lisbon (Depart)
Explore one of Europe’s best-loved rivers. Discover the turreted fortresses, grand cathedrals, historic cities, medieval towns and stunning scenery of the Middle Rhine-a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Taste the region’s renowned white wines, the roots of its terraced vineyards reaching back to Roman times. Savor the various culinary traditions of Alsace. With calls in Amsterdam, Cologne and Basel, this journey reveals a rich landscape of beauty and culture.
Explore one of Europe’s best-loved rivers. Discover the turreted fortresses, grand cathedrals, historic cities, medieval towns and stunning scenery of the Middle Rhine-a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Taste the region’s renowned white wines, the roots of its terraced vineyards reaching back to Roman times. Savor the various culinary traditions of Alsace. With calls in Amsterdam, Cologne and Basel, this journey reveals a rich landscape of beauty and culture.
Price Per Night:$374.08 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
Itinerary:
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City. Excursion To Cu Chi Tunnels, Ho Chi Minh City (Embarkation), Vinh Long – Cu Lao Gieng, Chau Doc – Long Khanh A – Border Crossing, Cambodia, Phnom Penh, Wat Hanchey – Angkor Ban, Konpong Louang – Kampong Tralach, Phnom Penh (Disembarkation) – Siem Reap...
Pay your respects at the Luxembourg American Cemetery. Discover Roman Trier. Taste Moselle Rieslings and visit the wine town of Bernkastel-Kues. Enjoy scenic cruising past the town of Sankt Goar, home of the Lorelei Rock, and through the Rhine Gorge, a UNESCO Site. Visit fascinating Worms and the university town of Heidelberg. Vineyard-flanked slopes and historic cities, along with hotel stays in Paris and Zürich, make this 12-day cruisetour irresistible.