Luxury river cruises
Introduction
Luxury river cruises range from a sedate sojourn on the Danube or the Canal du Midi to a full-blown adventure on the Amazon, a fascinating trip through Indochina on the Mekong, or a lazy cruise along the tranquil backwaters of Kerala.
Egyptian Nile cruises are a firm favourite, offering a rich mix of archaeological sites, rare birdlife and croc-watching. Rhine cruises course through Germany, Switzerland and Holland, or join the Main-Danube Canal to connect with Austria, Hungary and the Black Sea.
Other European river cruises meander along the unspoilt Douro in northern Portugal and Spain, the Garonne and Dordogne Rivers in beautiful Bordeaux country, or the scenic rivers, canals and lakes linking Moscow and St Petersburg.
Mekong cruises through Vietnam and Cambodia sail through floating villages hardly touched by tourism, while a cruise along the Yangtze through the Three Gorges can begin and end with extended visits to Beijing, the Great Wall and Shanghai; ask our specialists about city break and tour options at the beginning or end of your chosen voyage along the the most spectacular waterways of the world.
Popular destinations for River cruises
Slip along peaceful waterways on a luxurious river boat, as you watch the landscape turn from verdant tea plantations to deep, lush jungles and small, welcoming villages. Fall in love with India as you immerse yourself in its rich network of waterways.
River cruises in India are an ideal way of escaping the press and bustle of the country's urban centres and allow you to get off the beaten track and see a slice of daily life.
Discover the hidden towns and villages of Europe on a European river cruise; sail along the Danube, Maine, Moselle, Rhine or Rhone rivers to get to the heart of Austria, France and Germany amongst others.
The Amazon River is South America's mightiest river. An Amazon cruise in either Brazil or Peru allows you to access the rainforest on an alternative wildlife holiday and see sights that otherwise would be off limits to overland travellers.
Our top itineraries for River cruises
Long an important trade, travel and even pilgrimage route, the majestic Irrawaddy River connects some of Myanmar’s most powerful ports, host to the country’s iconic sights.
While this fortnight-long itinerary will see stage coach rides, luxury river cruises, tuk tuk sprints and floating market sails that bring you between Myanmar’s highlights, Bagan is the real centrepiece of this trip.
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High Season Special Offer - Save up to £1900 per person
Book by: 30 November 2016
Let luxury river cruises and guided tours uncover the mysteries of Myanmar’s ancient wonders and colonial beauty, all set against a rich backdrop of thriving local cultures and unique natural world.
Top offers for River cruises
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High Season Special Offer - Save up to £1900 per person
Book by: 30 November 2016
Let luxury river cruises and guided tours uncover the mysteries of Myanmar’s ancient wonders and colonial beauty, all set against a rich backdrop of thriving local cultures and unique natural world.
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Save up to £2,892 (45%) per cabin
Luxury Europe river cruise visiting Breisach, Speyer, Mainz, Cochem, Andernach, Bonn, Cologne, and Amsterdam
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Save up to £3,692 per cabin
Luxury Europe river cruise visiting Arles, Avignon, Viviers, Tournon, Belleville, Beaujolais Region & Lyon
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7-day, 5-star luxury river cruise from just £995
Enjoy a 7-day luxury river cruise from Luxembourg to Basel and vice versa - including flights, transfers, all meals, drinks, tips and more