European River Cruises

Cruises in France

We embark on journeys within the nation’s 2,700 miles of inland waterways. France is the most popular destination for a European Cruise,, and there is no better way to see this stunning country than in the comfort and pace of a European Waterways luxury barge cruise through its many majestic waterways. The cruises travel through the countless UNESCO world heritage-listed vineyards where you will get the opportunity to tour, before tasting some phenomenal fine wines. We offer barge cruise lines that travel the River Marne, River Saone, River Cher, and River Yonne and other main rivers in popular tourist destinations such as Burgundy, Bordeaux, Alsace & Lorraine, and Champagne. We also explore a number of pretty canal routes such as the Burgundy Canal, the Canal du Centre, the Canal du Nivernais, the Canal de Garonne, and the Canal du Midi.

Cruises in Holland

A charming province located in The Netherlands, Holland has some of the prettiest waters and countryside in Europe. We offer two hotel barge cruises that travel through Holland in the Spring, allowing guests to experience the season’s vibrant tulips in bloom, whilst cruising through pretty waterways dotted with ubiquitous windmills and culture-rich towns and villages just waiting to be explored. From the famed Keukenhof Gardens to the charming city of Haarlem: our Holland cruises allow guests to experience the true charm and beauty of this stunning country in luxury and style.

Cruises in Italy

During our Italian cruise experiences, we travel to some of the Veneto region’s most scenic and historic waterways, travelling between Venice and the Renaissance city of Mantua. Venice boasts 177 glorious canals and countless historic locations. Over your holiday you will also be able to experience the world-class cuisine that Italy has to offer.

Cruises in England 

On a hotel barge cruise aboard the 8-passenger Magna Carta,  you will meander along England’s  waters of the royal River Thames. Along the journey, you will visit some of the country’s most iconic architecture such as Windsor Castle and Hampton Court Palace, both former royal residences. As well as these, you’ll discover chocolate-box villages, huge aristocratic estates, and on select departures you’ll have the opportunity to visit the real-life
Downton Abbey, Highclere Castle.

Cruises in Ireland

Ireland, also known as ‘The Emerald Isle’ is one of the most beautiful countries not only in Europe, but the world. However, it is also widely undiscovered by many. Over the course of your Irish river cruise along the River Shannon, your cruise includes visits to Glasson and the County Clare village of Killaloe, stopping at several charming villages such as Carrick-On-Shannon, Terryglass, and Mountshannon. This cruise aboard the Shannon Princess allows guests to experience the true soul of the country through its beautiful music, friendly locals, fascinating loughs, and stunning scenery.

Cruises in Scotland

Travelling through the breath-taking land of big open skies, mountains, glens, and famous magical lochs is truly an experience that you will never forget. With two very different, hotel barges – the Spirit of Scotland and the Scottish Highlander cruising between Muirtown and Banavie, guests will be thoroughly spoilt with magical landscapes from the water, en suite cabins, gourmet cuisine made by the barge chef using locally sourced produce, no less than 20 single malt whisky varieties to sample, and fantastic daily excursions including a crossing over the famous Loch Ness

Cruises in Germany & Luxembourg

This stunning aboard the 8-passenger La Nouvelle Etoile cruise travels the Moselle River which touches both Germany and Luxembourg. The awe-inspiring river is decorated with steep-sided hillsides and vineyards creating a truly magical atmosphere. You will also get to taste the fine wines that the Moselle region of Germany is famous for.