River Cruises

River cruising has quickly become one of the most popular ways of traveling. From the waterways of Europe to sailing down the Mekong River, pack and unpack once and watch the beautiful scenery pass by. Find exciting itineraries for all tastes and budgets. Sail some of the most enchanting rivers like the Douro, the Danube, Rhine and many others. Hop on and off the ship for included excursions as you dock right in the heart of many of the world’s most fascinating cities.

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River or Ocean Cruises

VIDEO: Meet the Moselle River on an Avalon Active & Discovery Cruise

- The Moselle is one of the rivers less-traveled in Europe, and that’s just the beginning of the magical appeal of an itinerary that sails from... read more

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River or Ocean Cruises

VIDEO: Stunning Scenic Sailing on Europe’s Danube River Aboard the Riverside Mozart

- It’s some of the most incredible scenery along the middle Danube River! One of the absolute highlights of our river cruise on the Danube through... read more