European Rivers

European Rivers

Europe river cruises take you through the heart of the continent, sailing along waterways that pass directly through historic cities and charming towns. Routes commonly follow rivers such as the Rhine, Danube, Seine, Douro, or Elbe, offering a close-up view of daily life along the banks. Unlike ocean sailings, cruises on Europe’s rivers emphasize frequent port stops and centrally located docks. A Europe River cruise is a relaxed way to experience Europe, with shorter distances between destinations and a steady, unhurried pace.

European Rivers Sailing Calendar

Month Number of Itineraries Number of Cruises From Price
Jun 2026 11 11 $4,595 pp
Jul 2026 26 28 $4,625 pp
Aug 2026 19 22 $4,808 pp
Sep 2026 16 18 $4,470 pp
Oct 2026 11 13 $4,538 pp
Nov 2026 9 9 $3,813 pp
Dec 2026 4 7 $5,618 pp
Mar 2027 12 13 $3,885 pp
Apr 2027 70 88 $3,920 pp
May 2027 75 112 $4,308 pp
Jun 2027 50 72 $4,398 pp
Jul 2027 62 80 $3,835 pp
Aug 2027 57 69 $3,835 pp
Sep 2027 71 90 $4,488 pp
Oct 2027 56 72 $4,308 pp
Nov 2027 25 30 $4,012 pp
Dec 2027 23 26 $4,128 pp

Cruise Lines Sailing to European Rivers

The cruise lines sail to this destination, spanning a variety of cruise line categories and ship sizes. For each cruise line, you’ll find the number of unique itineraries and sailing dates available.  Signature Preferred Partners may offer added value, exclusive perks, or additional savings.

Signature Collection

Cruise Lines with the SC icon are part of the Signature Collection and often include added value, exclusive perks or additional savings. 

Emerald Cruises cruises to Europe River
Emerald Cruises
Rivers & Yacht Cruises
Very Small Ships 84 to 180 gurests
88 Itineraries 297 Cruises
from $3,813
Scenic Cruises cruises to Europe River
Scenic Cruises
Rivers & Yacht Cruises
Very Small Ships 68 - 169 guests
170 Itineraries 463 Cruises
from $3,885

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