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.
Whether you’re dreaming of a Danube Waltz cruise, sailing the Mekong, or charting the Nile, River Cruise Passenger puts the world of river cruising at your fingertips. Discover the newest ships, itineraries and excursions for an extraordinary river journey.
Viking has revealed a number of new itineraries, for the 2022 river cruise season including new European and South American voyages. The line, which earlier this year, announced it would be starting sailings on the Mississippi River, also has a new 10-day Christmas sailing from Berlin to Prague. The itinerary, will of course, include visits … Read more
Luxury line Crystal River Cruises has unveiled its 2021 river itineraries  onboard its four sister ships, Crystal Bach, Crystal Debussy, Crystal Mahler and Crystal Ravel. The 145, all-inclusive voyages will offer four to 16 nights sailings on the popular Danube, Rhine, Main and Moselle Rivers. “The 2021 River Atlas is a beautifully illustrative resource to … Read more
Cruisers itching to go on their first river journey can experience a six-night cruise on Australia’s only paddlesteamer, PS Emmylou on Victoria’s Murray River. The unique Australian river cruise will depart from the historic Port Echuca, about 2.5 hours drive from Melbourne on 9 November this year. PS Emmylou is the world’s only wood-fired cruising … Read more
River cruise passengers will now be able to take action for ‘disappointment’ after some 1,500 passengers who filed a class action lawsuit against Scenic won a High Court ruling that they were entitled to compensation for damages, distress and disappointment. But, perhaps surprisingly, the landmark ruling does not impose an obligation on cruise lines to … Read more
Avalon Waterways has revealed six new ports and three new itinaries for their 2021 European season. The new destinations will feature ports in Croatia, Serbia, Romania and Bulgaria. The Danube, which is one of the most popular rivers in Europe, snakes through 10 countries where passengers will see fairy-tale villages, cliffside castles and forested landscapes. … Read more
Think Mississippi River and songs such as Ol’ Man River from the musical Show Boat and Mark Twain’s The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn come to mind. This rich tapestry of music and literature has been created by the people who have lived along the Mississippi, the second longest river in North America. It’s a land … Read more
It’s full steam ahead for Australian river company, Evergreen, with the line saying that they will be pushing ahead with their latest ship, set to debut in Europe for the 2021 season. The Emerald Luna, which is bound for the Rhine, Main and Danube, will be launching in May 2021, was designed to meet the … Read more
Riviera River Cruises has announced their new ship, the MS Lord Tennyson will be launched in 2021. The line has also revealed their biggest ever selection of itineraries, solo cruises and sailings throughout Europe. In total, there will be 20 itineraries including nine itineraries, dedicated for solo travellers with no single supplement. And in total, … Read more
River cruise lines across the globe have temporarily suspended their sailings for the next few months. But Cruise Passenger has heard from one leader in the industry who says it is more likely to be years before people return to cruising. Jeff Paglialonga, Owner and Director of Teeming River Cruises, has told Cruise Passenger that … Read more
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.
