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A river cruise for every guest
Every Tauck river cruise is thoughtfully designed to deliver the iconic sights along Europe's legendary waterways – along with exclusive access, immersive cultural experiences, and the kind of personalized service only we provide. Whether you're dreaming of wine tastings at private estates, guided walks through medieval towns, or gala evenings at historic palaces, you'll find something for every traveler. And to help you choose the perfect journey – whether it's your first or your next – we created this easy-to-navigate guide. Because the right cruise doesn't just fit your schedule, it fits the way you love to travel.
Spend a Week in…
In-depth exploration of one iconic river with experiences that immerse you in the heart of the region – all in just one week.
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The Romantic Rhine: Amsterdam to Basel →
8 Days
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7-Night Cruise | Apr – Oct | Rhine | Enjoy an Amsterdam canal cruise, a tour of the Rijksmuseum, a visit to the romantic ruins of Heidelberg Castle, the hilltop German castles of the scenic Middle Rhine Valley, a tasting along the Alsatian wine route in Strasbourg, lovely Lake Lucerne, and views of the Swiss Alps from atop Mt. Pilatus. |
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Heart of the Danube: Bavaria to Budapest →
8 Days
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7-Night Cruise | Apr – May Aug – Oct |
Danube | A week-long cruise through Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary with an exclusive evening gala at Palais Pallavicini in Vienna, a wine tasting in Bratislava, an optional excursion to Český Krumlov in the Czech Republic, and a choice to visit the museum and memorial at Mauthausen-Gusen concentration camp. |
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Heart of Belgium & Holland →
8 Days
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7-Night Cruise | May – Jun Aug Oct |
Belgian & Dutch Waterways | Cruise inland waterways of Belgium and the Netherlands where daily life unfolds in bicycle rides and guided visits to Dutch villages, culinary tastings in Belgian cities, ale in Antwerp, architecture in Rotterdam, art and a canal cruise in Amsterdam, a Tauck-only castle dinner, and much more. |
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Impressions from the Seine: Paris to Normandy →
8 Days
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7-Night Cruise | May Jul Sep |
Seine | Explore timeless stories that define Northern France – including the beaches of D-Day, a private tour and dinner at the breathtaking Château du Taillis, tastings along the Cider Route, an early opening visit to Claude Monet's house and gardens in Giverny, and two nights in fabulous Paris. |
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Villages and Vintages: Cruising the Douro River Valley →
8 Days
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7-Night Cruise | Apr – Oct | Douro | Cruise round-trip to Porto where you'll learn the age-old Port winemaking process during visits to lush vineyards and riverside villages, discover the mysteries of Paleolithic petroglyphs at Museu do Côa's stunning exhibits, and explore Pinhão's early-20th century train station adorned with blue-painted tiles (azulejos). |
Classic River Routes & Iconic Land Stays
Get the best of both worlds – spend time in city-center hotels in world-renowned destinations, then step aboard for a cruise through the scenic heart of Europe.
| Cruise | All-Included Stays | Departs | Rivers | Description |
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The Rhine, Swiss Alps & Amsterdam →
10 Days
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7-Night Cruise 2 Nights in Bern |
Apr – Oct | Rhine | Spend two nights basking in the beauty of Switzerland before cruising to the Netherlands, ascend to the top of the Jungfraujoch in the Swiss Alps, sail on Lake Lucerne, soak in thermal baths in the Black Forest spa town of Baden-Baden, see the classic Dutch windmills in Kinderdijk, and discover the charms of Utrecht on a canal boat ride. |
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Rhine Enchantment, Milan to Amsterdam →
11 Days
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7-Night Cruise 3 Nights in Milan |
May – Oct | Rhine | Explore five countries from Switzerland to the Netherlands including a private canal cruise in Amsterdam, tasty treats in Düsseldorf, a guided visit to the ruins of Heidelberg Castle, a scenic rail ride through the Alps, a cruise on Lake Como, and three nights in Milan with plenty of free time to explore. |
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Rhine Connoisseur: Lake Geneva to Belgium →
11 Days
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7-Night Cruise 3 Nights in Montreux |
May – Jun Aug – Oct |
Rhine, Belgian & Dutch Waterways | Epicurean delights take center stage on this cruise from Switzerland to Belgium… including an Alsatian tasting tour of Strasbourg, craft beer in Düsseldorf, Belgian chocolate, a castle dinner on a private island, and a stay at the Fairmont Le Montreux Palace on Lake Geneva. |
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The Blue Danube →
12 Days
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9-Night Cruise 2 Nights in Prague |
Apr – Oct | Danube | Our #1 best-selling itinerary worldwide! Enjoy sparkling evening events at Palais Pallavicini and Lobkowicz Palace, explore iconic cities like Vienna, Budapest, and Prague, cruise through the Wachau Valley, visit Budapest's 365-spired Parliament building, and much more – with active choices along the way. |
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The Black Sea to Budapest →
13 Days
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7-Night Cruise 2 Nights in Budapest 3 Nights in Bucharest |
Apr – Jul Sep – Oct |
Lower Danube | In-depth exploration of Old World Europe… dine at the Palace of the Serbian Royal Family, cruise through the Iron Gate of the Danube, explore religious antiquities, enjoy the Black Sea's largest seaside resort, stay three nights in Bucharest, and choose to visit the court of Vlad Dracula. |
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Romantic Capitals: Paris to Prague →
14 Days
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9-Night Cruise 2 Nights in Prague 2 Nights in Paris |
Apr – Jun Aug – Oct |
Moselle, Rhine, Main, Danube | From the City of Music, Prague, to the City of Love, Paris, and all the fairy tale towns in between… transit some of the most picturesque sections of the Rhine and Main, cruise the Moselle from Luxembourg, and visit wine regions plus destinations off the beaten path. |
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Cruising the Seine, Plus Paris & London →
12 Days
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9-Night Cruise 2 Nights in London |
Apr – Oct | Seine | Journey from London to Paris winding through medieval towns and ports along the way, uncover WWII history on the beaches of Normandy and after-hours in the Churchill War Rooms, and walk in the footsteps of the Impressionists at Auvers-sur-Oise, where van Gogh spent his last days, and Monet's house and gardens in Giverny. |
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Bordeaux, Paris & The Seine →
11 Days
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7-Night Cruise 3 Nights in Bordeaux |
Apr – Nov | Seine | The flavors of France truly entice with a three-night stay in Bordeaux, the most famous wine region in the world with 272,000 acres of vineyards… savor the essence before exploring architectural treasures and gardens galore in Versailles – and capturing Monet moments in Giverny. |
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Savoring France: Paris, Lyon & Provence →
10 Days
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7-Night Cruise 2 Nights in Paris |
Mar May – Oct |
Rhône | Spend two nights in the heart of Paris, savor culinary heritage at Le Cordon Bleu, and dine at Fouquet's… then head south to taste your way through Lyon – the food capital of France – bike through the Roman architecture in Arles where van Gogh once painted, and explore charming provincial towns on this cruise for connoisseurs. |
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French Escapade: Paris to the Riviera →
14 Days
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9-Night Cruise 2 Nights in Paris 2 Nights in Monte Carlo |
Apr – May Jul – Oct |
Rhône | A cruise as refined as France itself… delight in exclusive chateau visits, private vineyard tastings, and unforgettable culinary delights as you make your way from the Provencal towns of Lyon, Avignon, and St-Rémy to the French Riviera in Nice and Monte-Carlo. |
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La Belle Vie: The Rhône, Geneva & the Riviera →
14 Days
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9-Night Cruise 2 Nights in Marseilles 2 Nights in Geneva |
Apr – May Jul – Oct |
Rhône | Experience a taste of the good life on the French Riviera, in medieval towns, on private visits to a ranch in Provence and a castle in Uzès, at wine tastings in Burgundy and Chateaunuf-du-Pape, and a two-night stay in Geneva. |
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Exploring the Douro, plus Lisbon & Madrid →
12 Days
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7-Night Cruise 2 Nights in Lisbon 2 Nights in Madrid |
Mar – Nov | Douro | Cruise Portugal's "River of Gold" in one of the world's oldest and most beautiful wine regions, visit riverside Quinta estates for wine tastings, and discover cultural treasures during bookend stays in Lisbon and Madrid, where you'll visit the Royal Palace and Museo del Prado, one of the world's premier art musuems. |
Great for Cruisers
If more time aboard is your priority, enjoy these longer cruises with more ports and more days to simply relax.
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Rendezvous on the Seine →
10 Days
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9-Night Cruise | Apr – Oct | Seine | Cruise round-trip from Paris and delve deeper into Normandy… gain insight into WWII at Mémorial de Caen, the D-Day beaches, and the American Cemetery, discover Joan of Arc's legacy in Rouen, a chance to explore Honfleur's nautical charm, savor the region's cider traditions, and more. |
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The Rhine and Moselle →
15 Days
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14-Night Cruise | May – Jun Aug – Sep |
Rhine, Moselle | Enjoy a leisurely cruise from the Netherlands to Switzerland, through Germany, France, and Luxembourg… includes a scenic cruise along the Moselle, classic canals, the Rijksmuseum, the Kröller-Müller Museum, WWII history, and lots of excursion choices throughout. |
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Amsterdam to Budapest by Riverboat →
15 Days
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14-Night Cruise | May – Oct |
Rhine, Main, Danube | A legendary voyage along three rivers through the Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary… visit the Rijksmuseum, tour Schönbrunn Palace where the Habsburgs spent their summers, choose to explore the hometown of W. A. Mozart, and much more. |
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Grand European Cruise →
25 Days
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21-Night Cruise 3 Nights in Bucharest |
Jul – Aug | Rhine, Main, Danube, Lower Danube | This continuous, cross-continent voyage from the North Sea to the Black Sea explores nine countries, medieval towns, cathedrals, palaces, and capital cities – with exclusive gala evenings and cultural experiences on shore. |
Seasonal Cruises
Some of our most sought-after voyages take place during the most special times of year. You won't want to miss them!
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Holland & Belgium in Spring →
9 Days
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8-Night Cruise | Apr – May | Belgian & Dutch Waterways | Peak tulip season! See Keukenhoff Gardens in their prime, cruise the canals, visit the windmills in Kinderdijk, attend a Tauck-exclusive private viewing at the Mauritshuis museum with dinner and live music, and take a walking tour of Ghent or Bruges. |
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Autumn Along the Rhine: Munich's Oktoberfest →
10 Days
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7-Night Cruise 2 Nights in Munich |
Sep | Rhine | Discover a rich cultural heritage along the Rhine, visiting the Netherlands, Germany, France, and Switzerland… featuring the original Oktoberfest experience in Munich with reserved seats in a historic brewery tent (lederhosen or dirndl included), and a beer-pairing lunch at an award-winning brewery in Heidelberg. |
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Christmas Markets Along the Rhine →
8 Days
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7-Night Cruise | Dec | Rhine | Switzerland, France, and Germany sparkle with seasonal charm… celebrate holiday magic onshore in Rüdesheim, Strasbourg, Baden-Baden, Köln, Heidelberg, Basel, and Lucerne – plus festivities onboard with a tree-trimming party and traditional Christmas dinner. |
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Christmas Markets Along the Danube →
8 Days
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7-Night Cruise | Dec | Danube | Discover 700-year-old holiday traditions at the Christmas Markets in Germany and Austria, with visits to Vienna, Salzburg, Passau, Regensburg, and Nürnberg, with a Christmas lunch and youth choir performance at Palais Pallavicini, a guided tour of Melk Abbey, and a tour of St. Emmeram Palace with a visit to the family's private Christmas Market. |
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Yuletide Spirit: Amsterdam to Brussels →
8 Days
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7-Night Cruise | Dec | Belgian & Dutch Waterways | Seasonal delights including an evening canal cruise in Amsterdam surrounded by festive lights, the Royal Christmas Fair in The Hague, Belgian Christmas markets, and a visit to the Zaanse Schans neighborhood and windmills. |
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The Seine: Holiday Magic →
8 Days
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7-Night Cruise | Dec | Seine | Visit Paris at one of the most wondrous times of the year as it glows with the joys of the holiday season, stroll through the Christmas markets at Tuileries Gardens, take in the cozy medieval charms of Normandy, and enjoy a visit to spectacular Chateau de Vaux-le-Vicomte, dressed in its holiday best. |
Perfect for Families
These journeys bring everyone together on fully planned, stress-free adventures with fairy tale castles, hands-on cultural fun, and unforgettable moments throughout.
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Castles on the Rhine: Family Riverboat Adventure →
8 Days
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7-Night Cruise | Jun – Jul | Rhine | Cruise from historic Amsterdam to Basel, go back in time with a private dinner at a moated castle, ride the world's steepest cogwheel train above Lake Lucerne, learn to make tarte flambée in Strasbourg, and more. |
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Blue Danube: Family Riverboat Adventure →
8 Days
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7-Night Cruise | Jun – Jul | Danube | A family-friendlier version of our top-selling itinerary through Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary – bike along the Danube, explore royal palaces, play medieval games at a castle, make traditional marzipan in Passau, and embark on a fun-filled scavenger hunt in Bratislava. |
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Family Fun Along the Seine: Paris to Normandy →
8 Days
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7-Night Cruise | Jun – Jul | Seine | Cruise through the heart of France where history and beauty intertwine, experience Paris like the locals, see Monet's gardens without the crowds, honor the heroes of D-Day, discover Joan of Arc in Rouen, and embark on a royal escapade at Versailles. |
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Bon Voyage! France Family River Cruise →
8 Days
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5-Night Cruise 2 Nights in Paris |
Jun – Jul | Rhône | From the elegance of Paris to the sun-kissed landscapes of Provence, it's the ultimate French family getaway – experience a taste of southern France on a cruise that bridges cultures and generations, with insights into French cowboys, Roman ruins, chocolate, and more. |
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Douro Discovery: A Family River Cruise in Portugal plus Madrid →
10 Days
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7-Night Cruise 2 Nights in Madrid |
Jun – Jul | Douro | A perfect blend of adventure, discovery, and cultural immersion… cycle Madrid's Casa de Campo and admire masterpieces at the Prado, ride a 4x4 to ancient rock art, kayak the Douro, and sail Portugal's vineyard-clad valleys on a luxury riverboat. |
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Holiday Magic: Danube Family River Cruise →
8 Days
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7-Night Cruise | Dec | Danube | Family-friendly holiday festivities onboard and ashore – learn to make gingerbread and marzipan, visit Oberndorf where "Silent Night" was born, explore Melk Abbey, and enjoy a gala evening at Palais Pallavicini. |
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