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River Cruising

River cruises combine the conveniences of ocean travel, but with a smaller crowd and a much slower pace. Offering the chance to combine numerous city breaks into one holiday, you can enjoy exploring a new destination each day after sailing through the night in serene comfort.

River cruise ships can sail further into the ports and inner-depths of the city, cutting travel time down for your itinerary and allowing you to explore freely. You’ll get more opportunities to immerse yourself in culture and atmosphere with a river cruise than you would anywhere else. Check out our tips and guides, such as the best Douro river cruises, to ensure you get the best.

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Why a Christmas cruise down the Nile should be on your bucket-list
Why a Christmas cruise down the Nile should be on your bucket-list
It's never too early to start planning a Christmas cruise. Discover why spending the festive season in the sun and a memorable journey on the Nile should be top of your holiday wish list
July 2023 • 3 min read
Set sail onboard TUI Isla
Set sail onboard TUI Isla
Save up to £400* per couple on selected sailings onboard TUI Isla. Classy European capitals and postcard-worthy towns are waiting
June 2023 • 3 min read
TUI River Cruises adds new voyages following ‘strong demand’
TUI River Cruises adds new voyages following ‘strong demand’
March 2023 • 1 min read
Discover TUI River Cruises summer 2024 cruises - on sale now…
Discover TUI River Cruises summer 2024 cruises - on sale now…
February 2023 • 3 min read
TUI river cruises become even better value for money with extra £300 off
TUI river cruises become even better value for money with extra £300 off
February 2023 • 3 min read
What makes a Harmony Voyages cruise different from a regular river cruise?
What makes a Harmony Voyages cruise different from a regular river cruise?
February 2023 • 3 min read
Riverside Luxury Cruises acquires remaining Crystal River ships
Riverside Luxury Cruises acquires remaining Crystal River ships
January 2023 • 1 min read
The ultimate list of new river cruise ships for 2023
The ultimate list of new river cruise ships for 2023
December 2022 • 2 min read
Best for wildlife and culture: adventure cruise on the Amazon
Best for wildlife and culture: adventure cruise on the Amazon
Top of the list for wildlife enthusiasts and cultural explorers, the Amazon is the gateway to a world of wonders, best explored on a river cruise. Nicole Carmichael reports.
November 2022 • 5 min read
River cruises: do they deliver on the hype and are they worth the money?
River cruises: do they deliver on the hype and are they worth the money?
November 2022 • 3 min read
Do what you love most on a river cruise with Avalon Waterways
Do what you love most on a river cruise with Avalon Waterways
November 2022 • 2 min read
Why Asia is best for river cruising
Why Asia is best for river cruising
November 2022 • 5 min read
Find your favourite river cruise with Avalon Waterways
Find your favourite river cruise with Avalon Waterways
October 2022 • 4 min read
Immerse yourself in the ‘joie de vivre’ with a French river cruise
Immerse yourself in the ‘joie de vivre’ with a French river cruise
September 2022 • 3 min read
Set sail in style with Riviera Travel
Set sail in style with Riviera Travel
August 2022 • 4 min read
Top 3 autumn river cruises for you to book with Riviera Travel
Top 3 autumn river cruises for you to book with Riviera Travel
July 2022 • 4 min read
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