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.
The new year heralds in big changes for river cruising. We’ll see lines heading to new destinations like Egypt and the Americas, but we will see some chic and sophisticated options sailing down well-known rivers like the Main and Rhine in Europe as well as the Mekong in Asia. Here is a list of what’s … Read more
The scene was typical of India. Crowds of locals gathered to watch our riverboat, Kindat Pandaw, squeeze through a narrow gap in one of the eight seasonal pontoon bridges that line the Upper Ganges in low water. Two sections of the bridge had unexpectedly been opened, road traffic backing up along the spindly structure. The … Read more
She is being described as the world’s largest river ship. The Victoria Sabrina will have seven decks, weigh in at 17,000 tonnes and 150-metres in length. She will carry 690 passengers and 195 crew, have four elevators and three restaurants. She has strong green credentials, driven by DC Electric Propulsion. The Victoria Sabrina will be … Read more
Irrawaddy River sees revival in 2020 as cruise lines return to Myanmar. APT offers new exciting itineraries to explore the destination.”
Tourists visiting one of the most visited cities in the world, Venice are increasingly turning to smaller boats and barges to discover the canals that crisscross the Venetian city – and avoid the crowds. Instead of arriving on a big cruise ship, many are opting to hire a small boat to cruise between Venice and … Read more
Luxury boutique river cruise line, Uniworld have revealed they will be offering itineraries for the first time, on the Amazon River in Peru. The line announced they would be commencing itineraries from September 2020, and have said they will be chartering the Aria Amazon from luxury adventure line, Aqua Expeditions. “We’ve seen great success with our … Read more
Avalon Waterways is returning to Egypt and the Nile as the destination regains its cruise popularity.
River lines are experimenting with shorter cruises – three to seven day itineraries – to tempt passengers who are new to cruise and those who want to mix a river cruise with other holidays. You will be able to enjoy the scenery and bask in European culture without having to stay too long on the … Read more
Next year is set to see a major change in passengers cruising inland waterways. The demographic of people choosing to cruise is at last getting younger. With 2020 set to be more immersive and authentic, younger crowds are now seeing river cruising in a new light. Why should the retirees have all the fun? Cruise … 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.
