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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

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. Cruise Iconic 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 £2,688 pp

    was £2,829 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    10 September 2026

  • Duration

    8 days

  • Depart From

    4 airports

  • Excursions & Visits

    2 included

  • Meals

    20 included

  • Operator

    A-ROSA

  • Ship

    A-ROSA Viva

Danube Christmas Markets
Austria, Slovakia, Germany
Experience the Christmas spirit on a Premium Inclusive A-ROSA Danube river cruise. Admire festive Vienna and cosmopolitan Linz while sailing Wachau Valley. Cruise Festive
  • Visit Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, a city transformed with festive lights and markets
  • Join an included city tour of festive Vienna
  • Explore the Austrian capital and its Christmas markets
  • Arosa Logo (1)

    5 days from £1,558 pp

    was £1,640 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    11 December 2026

  • Duration

    5 days

  • Depart From

    2 airports

  • Excursions & Visits

    1 included

  • Meals

    11 included

  • Operator

    A-ROSA

  • Ship

    A-ROSA Donna

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! Cruise Scenery & 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 £3,302 pp

    was £3,475 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    14 October 2026

  • Duration

    8 days

  • Depart From

    8 airports

  • Excursions & Visits

    3 included

  • Meals

    20 included

  • Operator

    A-ROSA

  • Ship

    A-ROSA Alva

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. Cruise Scenery & 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 £2,356 pp

    was £2,479 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    08 October 2026

  • Duration

    8 days

  • Depart From

    2 airports

  • Excursions & Visits

    2 included

  • Meals

    20 included

  • Operator

    A-ROSA

  • Ship

    A-ROSA

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! Cruise Scenery & 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 £3,211 pp

    was £3,379 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    13 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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