Rivers of the World

During your cruise, you’ll dock at the very center of quaint villages and cosmopolitan cities, allowing you to step off the boat and into history. The day is yours to explore the destination in depth, either on your own or through a wide range of included shore excursions. Back onboard, you'll have an elegant dinner inspired by the region you are sailing through, complete with complimentary, local wines, all while cruising past awe-inspiring scenery.

The entire experience is so beguiling, many people book back-to-back river cruises to explore further down the river and make the most of their time abroad. Wherever you wish to explore, there’s a river that will take you to the very heart of your destination. Read ahead for what rivers you can journey down on a river cruise.

North America

Embark on a modern paddlewheeler deep into the heart of America. The lower and upper Mississippi, Ohio, Illinois, Tennessee, Cumberland, Columbia and Snake rivers are filled with natural beauty, Civil War battlefields, vineyards and more.

Top destinations: Portland, New Orleans, Memphis, Minneapolis, St. Louis, Louisville, Cincinnati

American Steamboat Queen

AmaWaterways on the Danube in Germany

Europe

On the Rhine, Moselle, Seine, Douro, Danube, Main and Rhône rivers, you will glide through the continent’s most compelling destinations, passing by medieval castles, lush riverbank vineyards, ancient towns and storybook villages.

Top destinations: Paris, Vienna, Budapest, Prague, Amsterdam, Strasbourg, Cologne 

South America

The vast jungles, Maya history and unique wildlife of South America is best seen up close. River cruises here, which often include side trips to landmarks, can be found on the Amazon, Colombia’s Magdalena River and the Galapagos Islands.

Top destinations: Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, Iquitos, San Cristobal

Seals in the Galapagos Islands

 

Locally inspired dishes on Avalon Waterways Siem Reap

 Southeast Asia

A journey in Asia will reward you with exotic landscapes and ancient temples. Sailing down the Ganges or Mekong rivers, you’ll have a front-row seat to the jewels of India, Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam.

Top destinations: Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Siem Reap, Ha Long Bay, Kolkata

Africa

Journey down the backbone of Egyptian civilization, the ancient Nile River, to experience incredible sights that include ancient temples, tombs and local villages.

Top destinations: Luxor, Aswan, Valley of the Kings

Nile River in Aswan

 

Contact one of our expert travel agents to book your river cruise today!