European river cruise vessels more closely resemble a luxurious ocean liner than a small canal barge. With an average capacity of only 150 passengers, our river vessels are significantly smaller than most ships cruising the oceans today, so you'll find a level of service and attention to detail more like a fine boutique hotel than an impersonal large ocean liner.

Our river vessels feature gorgeous contemporary furnishings, modern lounges and bars, and public areas with comfortable seating areas perfect for sharing a glass of wine with new friends. You'll walk through pleasant hallways and generous open stairways while enjoying well–lit surroundings. Several vessels feature a passenger elevator that reaches four levels, and many also offer bicycles for on–shore explorations.

The accommodations aboard these vessels are second to none, and with many options to choose from, you'll find something to meet almost any budget. The most spacious option aboard our ships is the Junior Suite. A rare find on vessels of this size, these junior suites offer incredible comfort and space.

Lovely luxurious staterooms offer modern conveniences and deluxe furnishings. Staterooms are equipped with a TV, Internet access, a safe, hairdryer, air conditioning, and all the amenities of a luxury hotel. Staterooms feature large panoramic windows or French balconies and offer a choice of two twin beds or one queen size bed, all with plush bedding. You'll enjoy supreme comfort, attentive service and fine dining while onboard one of these lovely vessels.

The culinary staff on board offers sophisticated menus comprised of high quality choice cut meats and seafood, the freshest produce, and delicious home–made soups. Enter the restaurant and your Maitre d' welcomes you with a bright smile.

Start your day with a lavish gourmet breakfast. Choose from a rich assortment of breads, croissants and pastries, fresh fruit, yogurt and cereals, smoked salmon, delicious cheeses, cold cuts, and local sausages, completed with the daily regional specials.



Return from your shore excursion and a team of chefs will always delight you with a delicious lunch. Start with mouth–watering hot or cold appetizers and homemade soups, then choose from a selection of great hot entrees. Finish it off with a delectable dessert while enjoying spectacular river views.

In the evening, you are the honored guest for an elegant dinner and on traditional theme night, a feast of regional specialties will delight your taste buds. Enjoy delicious cuisine and complimentary free–flowing wines from the local vintners. The talented kitchen crew knows how to orchestrate a truly memorable dining experience.

Tulip Time Cruise

Cruise Length: 7 Nights
2008 Cruise Rates Starting at: $1,799 per person
Discover the beauty and history of the Dutch and Belgian waterways in springtime. Admire the colorful Tulip carpets and flower displays; stroll amidst Kinderdijks' lush green countryside dotted with the world–famous windmills, taste the local cheese and learn about the traditions of the friendly Dutch and Flemish people. In Belgium, admire great medieval cities like Antwerp, Ghent and Brugges with their stunning architecture and sample the delicious pastries and chocolates. More...

Amsterdam to Paris

Cruise Length: 7 Nights
2008 Cruise Only Rates Starting at: $1,499 per person
2008 Cruise & Land Packages Starting at: $2,099 per person
The perfect cruise for early spring and late fall! Visit some of Europe's most fascinating cities as you sail the Rhine River from youthful Amsterdam to Germany's fashion center, Düsseldorf. Explore Cologne, admire the picturesque Rhine castles on your way to bustling Frankfurt and medieval Heidelberg. Continue to Koblenz and cruise the beautiful Mosel River Valley to charming Cochem and lovely Bernkastel. Disembark in Trier and tour Luxembourg before your splendid finale in Paris. More...

Provence & Spain

Cruise Length: 7 Nights
2008 Cruise Only Rates Starting at: $2,299 per person
2008 Cruise & Land Packages Starting at: $3,499 per person
From the magic of Paris to the romance of Barcelona, this itinerary promises to be one of our most captivating yet. Start your vacation with three glorious days in Paris then travel in style with the TGV train to Lyon. From here, cruise through wine growing regions where well-known wines like Beaujolais are being produced. Visit Arles, the city which Vincent Van Gogh captured in many of his master pieces, then disembark and continue to medieval Carcassonne. Enjoy the grand finale of your vacation with three days in magnificent Barcelona. More...

Portugal & Spain

Cruise Length: 7 Nights
2008 Cruise Only Rates Starting at: $2,199 per person
2008 Cruise & Land Packages Starting at: $2,699 per person
Start your journey in Lisbon, one of Europe's most beautiful cities spread along the River Tagus. Explore Porto, a city that gives its name to one of the finest wines in the world – the Port Wine. Continue inland and on to the countryside of the Trás–os–Montes Region where you will discover small picturesque villages. Enter Spain and visit Salamanca located at the center of the
"Castilla y León" region before returning to Portugal to visit to the ancient city of Lamego. More...

Blue Danube Discovery

Cruise Length: 7 Nights
2008 Cruise Only Rates Starting at: $1,799 per person
2008 Cruise & Land Packages Starting at: $2,799 per person
See the very best of Europe's highlights and experience centuries of art, history and culture. From Budapest, cruise through the stunning cultural cities of Vienna, Bratislava, Passau and Regensburg. Along the way, visit magnificent cathedrals and baroque abbeys. Treat yourself to fine cuisine and the great wines of the region. Take an optional excursion to Salzburg and celebrate the heritage of Mozart, one of the world's greatest composers. More...

Black Sea Voyage

Cruise Length: 7 Nights
Cruise Only Rates Starting at: $2,199 per person
Cruise & Land Packages Starting at: $3,399 per person
Start your journey with vibrant Budapest, a haven for musicians, writers, and artists. See the rolling hills and vine-clad slopes of Pecs before departing Hungary. Cruise through the narrow gorges of the Iron Gates, a narrow passage which divides Europe's Balkan from the Carpathian mountains. Then sail to Bucharest, the capital and largest city in Romania. Disembark and continue to Veliko Tarnovo, the ancient capital of Bulgaria, before arriving at the Black Sea resort of Nessebar. Conclude your grand vacation in Istanbul, a city with a rich history. More...