River Cruises
Is a River Cruise for Me?
A river cruise is for travelers who want to slow down and really feel a destination—waking each morning to storybook villages, vineyard‑lined hillsides, and historic cities just steps from the gangway instead of far-off industrial ports. With fewer guests on board, more inclusions, and smooth, gentle sailing, it feels like a floating boutique hotel gliding through the heart of Europe and beyond; River and Vine Travel leans into that intimacy, pairing you with the right itinerary, ship, and wine‑ or culture‑focused experiences so every day on the river feels curated just for you.
How River and Vine Travel Helps you Plan the perfect river cruise
River and Vine Travel helps you move from “I don’t even know where to start” to a river cruise that feels like it was designed just for you by pairing each common worry with a clear solution. If you’re unsure what you want the trip to feel like, River and Vine begins with a focused planning conversation to draw out what matters most—castles, wine, Christmas Markets, quiet countryside, or big cities—then helps you choose the right season so your dates match your wish list, not just your calendar.
If you’re anxious about budget creep, you’ll set a realistic total trip budget (cruise, flights, hotels, transfers, and touring) and see only lines and itineraries that fit, with a clear breakdown of what’s included and what is extra so there are no surprises. Instead of sifting through endless rivers and itineraries, you get a short list of rivers and routes (for example, Rhine vs Danube vs Douro) with plain‑English pros and cons, plus a curated comparison of only the cruise lines that truly match your style—more inclusive vs pay‑as‑you‑go, quieter vs livelier, more wine‑focused vs more general. When deck plans and cabin codes feel overwhelming, River and Vine looks at how you actually use your space and recommends specific stateroom types and locations that balance comfort, view, and value, often protecting you from over‑spending where it won’t change your experience.
Finally, your flights, transfers, and pre/post‑cruise hotels are timed and ticketed around the sailing with smart buffers, you receive a realistic explanation of water‑level risks and contingency plans, and once everything is booked, River and Vine manages the details and key deadlines so you enjoy one calm point of contact from the first idea to your return home.
Specially Curated Luxury River Cruise Offerings
AmaWaterways
AmaWaterways invites you to experience the heart of the river—savoring locally inspired cuisine, immersive excursions, and warm, family-style service as you glide through Europe, Asia, Africa, and beyond.
River and Vine Travel is a Certified Advisor Agency. We have personally sailed on AmaWaterways. We would be happy to share our insights with you. Click here for a personal, virtual ship tour of the AmaSerena.
When you book your AmaWaterways journey with River & Vine Travel, that love of the rivers is matched with thoughtful, boutique-style planning—pairing you with the right itinerary, wine cruise, and stateroom, and then weaving in flights, pre- and post-stays, and special experiences so your time on board feels seamless, personal, and richly memorable.
Avalon Waterways
Avalon Waterways is designed for travelers who want relaxed luxury with front‑row river views—think spacious Panorama Suites with wall‑to‑wall windows, beds facing the water, and immersive Active & Discovery excursions that let you experience Europe your way.
River and Vine Travel has earned the Avalon Waterways Specialist certification, to best help you decide on the perfect Avalon Waterways River Cruise.
When you book Avalon with River and Vine Travel, that “view‑with‑a‑room” style is thoughtfully matched to your taste—whether that is wine‑themed sailings, gentle sightseeing, or more active adventures—then wrapped with tailored flights, hotels, and on‑shore experiences so your river journey feels seamless, scenic, and personally curated from start to finish.
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises
Uniworld’s ships feel like one‑of‑a‑kind floating boutique hotels—artfully designed spaces, high staff‑to‑guest ratios, and truly all‑inclusive touches that wrap every day on the river in elegant, easygoing luxury.
River and Travel has earned the Preferred Specialist designation. River and Vine Travel has personally sailed on a Uniworld Boutique River Cruise. We would be happy to share our insights with you.
When you book Uniworld with River and Vine Travel, that thoughtfully crafted experience is matched to your personal travel style—selecting the right ship, itinerary, and stateroom, then weaving in air, pre‑/post‑stays, and special moments on shore—so your journey feels intimate, seamless, and distinctly yours from the first welcome aboard to the last toast on deck.
Selected River Cruise Offerings
Tauck
Tauck River Cruises are crafted for travelers who want more than a sailing—they want a fully hosted, all‑inclusive journey where every moment on shore and on the river is thoughtfully orchestrated.
When you reserve a Tauck river cruise with River and Vine Travel, that distinctively inclusive experience is further personalized around your interests and pace, from choosing the right itinerary and cabin to pairing it with pre‑ and post‑tour options, so your time in Europe feels seamless, immersive, and genuinely cared for from beginning to end.
Viking River Cruises
Viking River Cruises -- Viking river cruises are created for curious travelers who want to explore in comfort—sailing Europe’s storied rivers on elegant, Scandinavian‑styled Longships with destination‑focused itineraries, cultural enrichment, and thoughtful inclusions that keep the focus on discovery rather than logistics.
River and Vine Travel is a proud Viking River Certified Expert.
When you book Viking with River and Vine Travel, that calm, refined experience is tailored around your travel style—matching you with the right river, season, and stateroom, then weaving in air, extensions, and special requests—so your journey feels seamless, unhurried, and deeply connected to the places and stories along the water’s edge.
Specialty Cruises
Specialty Cruises
A specialty river cruise is for the traveler who wants their passion woven into every day of the journey—whether that is wine and gourmet dining, Christmas markets, art and music, or wellness and active exploration.
River and Vine Travel helps you choose the right themed sailing, then layers in pre‑ and post‑stay ideas, tastings, tours, and local experiences that speak to your interests, so the cruise feels less like a standard itinerary and more like a beautifully curated trip built around what you love most.