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.

Featured Travel Stories

- American Cruise Lines is the oldest U.S. cruise line exclusively sailing along the rivers, waterways and coasts of America, with 2023 marking a half-century of operations. The cruise line visits...

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American Cruise Lines Marks a Half-Century in Service; Charting New U.S. River and Coastal Waters in 2023
Culture & History

Now You Can Discover Your European Family Heritage While Sailing on a River Cruise

Central Europe - It’s news that marries two of the fastest-growing styles of travel: river cruising and family heritage travel. AmaWaterways has partnered with Ancestry, the company that... read more

River or Ocean Cruises

The World’s Biggest Cruise Line Marks a 100-ship Milestone

- It sails 21 rivers, 5 oceans, and all 7 continents with more ships than any other single cruise line in the world. And now, with... read more

Outdoor Activities

Three Falls to Fall in Love with This Fall

North America - In some very special places in North America, Mother Nature has found a perfect formula to make dramatic hillside scenery decked out in autumn colors... read more