BUDAPEST - BRATISLAVA - VIENNA - PASSAU

We have been privileged to take more than 200,000 passengers to the lands of their dreams, for the times of their lives on our Europe River Cruises. Our fleet of 45 company-owned ships and 5 chartered vessels, will take you to your choice of dazzling riverside cities in France, Italy, Spain, Germany and Belgium — to the romantic Rhine Valley, the Rhône and Saône, the Seine, the beautiful blue Danube, the Douro Valley, Venice, and more — where you can explore and enjoy local food, wine, history, art and culture.  

We have a dedicated and knowledgeable staff of almost 1,350 people, whose conviviality, attentiveness and professionalism ensures that your voyage will be comfortable and pleasurable. Our staff and crews speak English, and many of them speak other major European languages as well. So you’ll be in the heart of European culture and charm, but you’ll always be able to find someone who understands you

Hurtigruten - Hjorundfjorden

La Belle Epoque - A visit to Noyers-sur-Serein

During our classic Burgundy cruise aboard hotel barge La Belle Epoque we visit medieval Noyers-sur-Serein to admire the local produce, colours and delights of the local market, or to wander the town ramparts in this, one of the most beautiful villages in France.

Experience the Wonder of Europe’s Christmas Markets

Every year, eager travelers journey to Europe to experience the yuletide season at its very best. With the backdrop of winter white hilltops, twinkling lights and extravagantly decorated cities, you'll undoubtedly get swept up in the enchantment and wonder that's in the air. It’s that special time when festively adorned wooden stalls begin to sprout up from cobblestone streets in grand capitals and charming villages alike.

These are the famed Christmas markets, where people from around the world gather to make merry, indulge in authentic delicacies and find gifts for loved ones.

It’s hard to resist the intoxicating aroma of roasting sausage as you wander from stall to stall, appreciating the textures of hand-woven scarves and unique ornaments made by local craftsmen. And there’s nothing that makes you feel more jolly than listening to a caroling choir while you enjoy a hot mug of glühwein and a delicious pastry. With every step, there is a magical piece of history to be seen and a once-in-a-lifetime encounter be had, making this a holiday unlike any other.

Experience the most wonderful time of the year on one of our luxurious river cruises on the Rhine or Danube.