Europe and Worldwide River Cruises 2026 and 2027

Europe & Worldwide River Cruises

Discover the finest river cruises across Europe and around the world with The River Cruise Company.
Compare leading cruise lines, explore featured sailings for 2026 and 2027, and speak to our friendly team of river cruise specialists who understand the ships, the itineraries and the detail that makes a difference.

Why Book With Us?

River Cruise Specialists

We focus purely on river cruising. Our team has decades of experience across the major rivers and cruise lines.

Flight & Cruise Packages

Fully protected flight and cruise packages with ATOL security and clear, transparent pricing.

Pre & Post Cruise Stays

Extend your journey with carefully selected hotels before or after your cruise.

5* Rated Service

Highly rated on Feefo and Trustpilot by customers who value expert advice and personal service.

Featured River Cruises

Handpicked sailings offering exceptional itineraries, strong value and carefully selected departure dates.

European Rivers

Find your perfect river cruise

Danube river cruises

Danube
Rhone river cruises

Rhone
Douro river cruises

Douro
Moselle river cruises

Moselle
Dutch waterways river cruises

Dutch Waterways
Po river cruises

Po
Seine river cruises

Seine
Garonne river cruises

Garonne
Saone river cruises

Saone
Rhine river cruises

Rhine

Worldwide Rivers

Find your perfect river cruise

Mekong river cruises

Mekong
Nile river cruises

Nile
Magdalena river cruises

Magdalena
Ganges river cruises

Ganges
Amazon river cruises

Amazon
Mississippi river cruises

Mississippi

Cruise Types

What type of cruise are you looking for?

Last minute river cruises
Last Minute Sailings
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River cruises in 2026
Travelling in 2026
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Themed river cruises
Themed
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Festive river cruises
Festive
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Boutique river cruises
Boutique
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No-fly river cruises
No Fly
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Plan Your 2026 & 2027 River Cruise

Thinking ahead pays off. You get better choice, stronger availability on the popular dates, and the pick of the best cabins.

River cruises in 2026 and 2027 are already proving popular, particularly on the Danube, Rhine, Douro and Nile. Booking early gives you the widest cabin choice, better availability on the sought after dates, and access to launch offers that do not usually last long.

As an independent river cruise travel agency, we compare the leading cruise lines and explain the differences clearly, so you can choose with confidence. If you would like help narrowing it down, we can talk you through ship style, what is included, the itinerary pace, and which cabins offer the best value.

We arrange both cruise only options and complete flight inclusive packages from the UK. Where flights are included, your booking is fully ATOL protected where applicable.

Popular River Cruise Ideas

A few great starting points, based on what our customers ask for most.

Best for first time river cruisers

Try the Danube for classic cities and an easy introduction to river cruising.

Explore Danube cruises

Castles, vineyards and scenery

The Rhine and Moselle are ideal if you want postcard views and relaxed days ashore.

Explore Rhine cruises

Long haul, culture and big experiences

Looking beyond Europe? Start with the Mekong or the Nile.

Explore worldwide rivers

River Cruise Lines

We compare the leading river cruise lines and help you pick the right fit, from premium all-inclusive experiences to great value sailings.

APT
AmaWaterways
Amadeus
Avalon Waterways
Celebrity River Cruises
Emerald Cruises
Pandaw
Riverside Luxury Cruises
Riviera Travel
Scenic
Tauck
Travelmarvel Premium
TUI River Cruises
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises
Viking River Cruises
VIVA Cruises
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River Cruise FAQs

Quick answers to the questions we hear most often.

Why not take a look at our Guide to River Cruising, which covers the basic need-to-knows of River Cruise.

Most river cruises include your accommodation, meals on board and a selection of shore experiences. Some cruise lines include drinks, gratuities and excursions, while others offer optional packages. We always explain exactly what is included before you book so there are no surprises.
The Danube and Rhine are ideal for first time river cruisers. They offer easy flight access from the UK, varied scenery, historic cities and a wide choice of cruise lines.
Yes, many cruise lines offer dedicated solo cabins or reduced single supplements on selected sailings. River cruising is sociable and relaxed, making it a popular choice for solo travellers.
Popular rivers and peak departure dates often sell early. Booking ahead gives you the best cabin choice and access to launch offers. If you are flexible, we can also monitor late availability options for you.
Speak to a River Cruise Expert