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European River Cruises

European River Cruises routes

Experience breath-taking gorges, flower-strewn lowlands, vineyard-covered hillsides and fascinating riverside towns and cities from the comfort of your river cruise vessel.

Cruise along the spectacular Rhine, following its languid path from Switzerland, through France and Germany into Holland. Upon its banks sit vibrant, history-rich cities, countless wine-towns and villages, as well as ripening vineyards, crumbling castles and the astounding, UNESCO-listed Rhine Gorge.

Sip a glass of port on the banks of the River Douro. Gaze at Alpine valleys, medieval towns, verdant vineyards and fairy-tale castles along the pretty, meandering Moselle, or discover cosmopolitan Mannheim on the River Neckar, and the great city of Frankfurt on the River Main.

Admire the grandeur of modern French engineering as you pass under the Seine-spanning Pont de Normandie, then sail upriver to historic Joan of Arc city Rouen. Take in the glorious Dutch countryside, and explore the canals and cobblestones of Amsterdam, historic Rotterdam, and picturesque towns and villages on a Dutch river cruise,

Whichever European river cruise you choose, when you cruise with Newmarket Holidays you'll experience fascinating itineraries and excursions, and the leisurely atmosphere and pace of life on board an A-ROSA river cruise vessel.

Top European River Cruises

High angle view of the city of Paris, with a bridge and a main road with cars in the forefront. View of all the buildings of the city, with the Eiffel tower poking out in the distance to the left. To the right, behind the river, the faint view of skyscrapers in the distance.
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Paris, Normandy and the Delights of the Seine
France
Join your Premium Inclusive A-ROSA river cruise, starting in St. Denis, Paris and discover a handful of charming rural towns, from Rouen to Honfleur. CruiseIconic Landmarks
  • Stay overnight in the medieval town of Vernon
  • Explore Rouen, the 'Joan of Arc' city
  • Stay overnight in France's capital city
  • Arosa Logo (1)

    8 days from £1,981 pp

    was £2,085 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    June 2026 - September 2026

  • Duration

    8 days

  • Depart From

    4 airports

  • Excursions & Visits

    2 included

  • Meals

    20 included

  • Operator

    A-ROSA

  • Ship

    A-ROSA Viva

G 1165680144 Budapest Hungary Danube River
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Splendours of the Majestic Danube
Austria, Slovakia, Serbia
Join us in Engenhartszell for a Danube river cruise calling in Austria, Hungary, Serbia and Slovakia.CruiseScenery & Nature
  • Cruise through the Iron Gates and the Wachau Valley
  • Enjoy an included city tour of Vienna, the Austrian capital
  • Overnight stay in stylish Hungarian capital Budapest, with included city tour
  • Arosa Logo (1)

    15 days from £3,819 pp

    was £4,019 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    11 July 2026

  • Duration

    15 days

  • Depart From

    2 airports

  • Excursions & Visits

    3 included

  • Meals

    35 included

  • Operator

    A-ROSA

  • Ship

    A-ROSA Flora

Shutterstock Douroexplorer
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The Douro Explorer
Portugal, Spain
Cruise the Douro River on our Douro Explorer holiday. Visit charming towns and cities and enjoy stunning scenery. Book now for an unforgettable trip!CruiseScenery & Nature
  • Discover the riverside havens, Pinhão and Barca d’Alva
  • Enjoy a full-day tour to Salamanca
  • Visit Porto and sample port wine, the city's famous tipple
  • Arosa Logo (1)

    8 days from £2,656 pp

    was £2,795 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    August 2026 - October 2026

  • Duration

    8 days

  • Depart From

    8 airports

  • Excursions & Visits

    3 included

  • Meals

    20 included

  • Operator

    A-ROSA

  • Ship

    A-ROSA Alva

Ruins of a medieval castle perched on a rocky hilltop overlooking the Danube River in the Wachau Valley, Austria, surrounded by lush green hills and distant mountains
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Classic Danube Explorer
Austria, Germany, Hungary, Slovakia
Spend two days in stunning Vienna, explore the historic capital of Hungary, and enjoy a day in Bratislava on this river cruise.CruiseScenery & Nature
  • Stay overnight in Vienna and enjoy an included guided tour of Austria's capital city
  • Arrive early at small but historic Esztergom, one of the oldest towns in Hungary
  • Cruise the Wachau Valley
  • Arosa Logo (1)

    8 days from £2,105 pp

    was £2,215 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    May 2026 - October 2026

  • Duration

    8 days

  • Depart From

    2 airports

  • Excursions & Visits

    2 included

  • Meals

    20 included

  • Operator

    A-ROSA

  • Ship

    A-ROSA

Avignon
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The Rhone and Provence
France
Experience the beauty of Rhone & Provence on a River Cruise from Lyon. Visit papal Avignon, charming Arles and the exquisite medieval town of Viviers. Book now with us!CruiseScenery & Nature
  • Explore Avignon and visit Le Pont de Avignon for spectacular views of the Rhône
  • Enjoy an included tour to the Camargue, home to wild horses, beautiful scenery and pink flamingoes
  • Enjoy a day trip to Viviers, the medieval capital of the Vivarais region
  • Arosa Logo (1)

    8 days from £2,380 pp

    was £2,505 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    June 2026 - September 2026

  • Duration

    8 days

  • Depart From

    7 airports

  • Excursions & Visits

    2 included

  • Meals

    20 included

  • Operator

    A-ROSA

  • Ship

    A-ROSA Stella

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