Tauck to launch two new river ships in 2026
The new vessels have new features onboard including expansive suites and cabins.
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The new vessels have new features onboard including expansive suites and cabins.
The cruise line is adding two new riverboats to arrive for the Seine and Rhone for the festiv season.
Croisi Europe has begun exploring the ancient landscapes of Egypt with port to port sailings of eight, 10 and 11 day voyages along the Nile.
New ships, four new voyages in Europe, Mystery Cruises and an around the world trip – Uniworld celebrates a big birthday with 20% off.
Europe, Asia, Egypt, Africa and Columbia rank highly among Australian travellers.
If Cruise Passenger’s River Cruise Collective was anything to go by – we reached three million Australians – 2025 sees river cruise executives are anticipating a strong year of growth. Viking, for instance, runs the biggest river cruise fleet in the world and is already almost 70 booked for 2025. Because the company is now … Read more
Murray River Paddlesteamers operates a fleet of lovingly restored vessels, and the team have more coming.
Emerald Cruises to launch seventh river ship in 2026 Emerald Cruises is adding a new Star-Ship, the Emerald Astra in 2026. But the line is also planning extensive upgrades to the river fleet across Europe. Where will the Emerald Astra sail? The Emerald Astra will be able to accommodate 180 guests and is set to … Read more
Viking has delivered its newest ship bound for the Nile, the Viking Sobek. The delivery ceremony took place when the new ship was presented at Massara shipyard in Cairo, Egypt. The 82-guest Viking Sobek joins the company’s growing fleet of state-of-the-art ships for the Nile River and will sail Viking’s popular 12-day Pharaohs & Pyramids itinerary. “We are proud to welcome … Read more