There are now close to a thousand river cruises available all over the world. The great rivers around the globe offer cruisers with a montage of scenic vistas and impressive ancient structures and landmarks. It’s not so much a choice between cruise providers: rather, it is a choice between breath-taking river routes.
For European river cruises, the Danube and the Rhine are the perfect choices. Stretching from the Black Forest to the Black Sea, the Danube allows cruisers to have a glimpse of the heartland of central Europe. It flows through 1,800 miles along the riverbanks of Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, Croatia, Yugoslavia, Bulgaria and Romania. The Rhine, on the other hand, features a 900 mile of river cruising highway through medieval castles and rustic towns of Netherlands, Germany, France and Switzerland.
The Nile River is another must-visit river route. Follow the rich brown surge of the river Nile and treat yourself to a mind-blowing vision of ancient genius. Marvel at the grand temples of Luxor and Karnak; wonder at the mystery of Tutankhamun’s tomb at the Valley of the Kings; and explore the ruins of Nefertiti’s tomb in the Valley of the Queens. If you’ve had enough of these ancient treasures, proceed to the High Dam at Aswan for a spectacle of modern technology while you enjoy the bobbing of traditional felluca sailboats along the way.
Asia shouldn’t be absent from the list. The Yangtze River will bring you from the countryside of China to the majesty of the Three Gorges Dam. There is also the Mekong River which will allow you to catch glimpses of the rich cultures of Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Thailand and Burma.
Rhoneor Paris & the Seine. You can choose to experience the romance of the French cities, gourmet food and wine. Visit the famous beaches of Normandy.
Russia, with the two great cities Moscow and St. Petersburg. Various itineraries from Viking, Amawaterways, Uniworld and Valueworld include multiple days in both cities.
For those looking for more exotic locations we have availability for China and the Yangtze River. South East Asia provides cruises on the Irrawaddy and Chindwin in Burma, the Mekong and Tonle Rivers in Cambodia, Kwai Noi River in Thailand. For those with an interest in pyramids there are several Egypt Nile River offerings.
A river cruise will offer you a fantastic experience: you'll see unforgettable sights, you'll meet incredible people and you'll enjoy remarkable cuisine. No matter what route you take, a river cruises will inspire you and leave you yearning for more. River cruises certainly make for the best vacations. A river cruise gives you a lot more leisure time. The ships take you into the city center while you are reading a book or sipping a drink at the bar. Then you simply step off the ship and step right into the city center. There is no better and more comfortable way to see the world.
River cruise ships are smaller than ocean-going ships typically holding 90-150. Due to their smaller size and low draft, river cruise ships can go where ocean cruise ships cannot, and sometimes to where no other transport is practical rivers are an excellent way to reach some attractions, for example in Russia and China. Some river ships resemble five stars hotels, with sun decks, dining rooms, lounges, fitness facilities, swimming pools, and other entertainment. Some cruise lines now offer balcony cabins and wine with dinner.
Board your floating hotel, unpack once, sit back and relax and your hotel will take you to experience the history and beauty of the great rivers of the world. We have traveled the rivers and sailed the ships. You will be provided all the information you need to select the right cabin and ship before you set off on the trip of your lifetime. It is also to your advantage that our rates are always lower than the cruise lines.
Now River Cruises are a better value than ever.With The fluctuation of the dollar against World currencies, costs are sky high for hotels, meals and transportation. With our cruise-tours your cost is a lot less.Accommodations, shore excursions and meals are included and paid for before you leave. You do not need to worry about constantly rising prices!
With an Avalon Waterways cruise, you don't spend a lot of days at sea with short stops in between. You'll get to thoroughly explore the towns, villages and exotic scenery along the way. Select the destination below to begin planning your vacation.
