We bring you the latest news on all the latest happenings in the world of river cruising. River Cruise Passenger provides Australian travellers with up-to-date news articles on new cruise ships, exciting destinations, shore excursions, and more.
Check our news section regularly to get the scoop on recently launched river cruise ships. Discover details and images of new vessels from lines like Viking, Avalon Waterways, APT and Scenic. Additionally, learn about innovative ship designs and amenities for an unparalleled on-water experience.
Moreover, get inspired for your next river cruise vacation by reading our destination spotlights. We cover trending and emerging river ports across the globe – from marquee European cities to lesser-known gems in Asia and South America. In addition, peruse sample itineraries to help plan your perfect cruise.
Gain insider tips by browsing our latest excursion features. Read about active walking tours, immersive cultural experiences, once-in-a-lifetime special excursions and more ways to experience ports. Also, see reviews of new shore tour offerings for cruise lines.
Furthermore, this site also reports on important industry news like new safety protocols, travel restrictions, deals and more to help you cruise with confidence.
Want to stay current on all aspects of river cruising? Bookmark our site for a frequently updated mix of news articles, ship profiles, destination guides and insider advice tailored for Australian travellers.
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AmaWaterways has been forced to push back the inaugural sailing of AmaMagdalena in Colombia to March 2025, with its sister ship, AmaMelodia, to follow in June next year. AmaWaterways said the additional months would allow the company to finalise the “essential infrastructure for its new river cruise destination,” as it becomes the first major river … Read more
It’s been the year Australians truly fell in love with river cruising. With many lines virtually sold out for 2025 and now selling 2026 and 2027, this week is Cruise Lines International Associate Australasia’s River Cruise week – and here at the River Cruise Collective, we’re happy to mark it. We surveyed almost 3000 people … Read more
As Eastern Europe begins to rebuild after Storm Boris, major river cruise lines, including AmaWaterways and Uniworld, are resuming operations on the Rhine and Danube rivers.
In a bid to reap the benefits of cruise tourism, India sets its sights on doubling cruise calls and passengers to the country by 2029.
There’s no better time to book your next river cruise than right now.
The booming popularity of river cruising will see twenty new ships set to launch for a banner year in 2025, from many of the world’s best lines.
Pandaw has revealed its plans to launch a fourth ship in India to sail the backwaters of Kerala from October 2025.
Petia Markova has won the $22,540 Tauck river cruise, sailing 8 days in France.
Riviera Travel are preparing for a big couple of years with two new ships in the pipeline, multiple new themed itineraries and new solo departures.
She's the most specious ship yet from luxury line Oceania Cruises. James Sitters tells Rose Kelly and Peter Lynch what's on board the new class of ship, including restaurants, spas and suites.
