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.
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Adventures by Disney is expanding its river cruise operations in 2020 by adding the Rhone River to its options. There will be six trips through southern France out of the 27 that Adventures by Disney has planned throughout Europe. Disney started its tour operations in 2016 on the Danube and later it added on the … Read more
It’s been named as one of the top destinations to visit this year. And as a result, river cruise companies are expanding their Egyptian offerings. But is now the right time to put the Nile back on your “to do” list? Egypt is one of those exotic destinations which most travellers dream off. The picture: … Read more
A few years back, on a Scenic river cruise in France, I was introduced to the e-bike. It was a revelation and changed my view of river cruising for ever. Not only did it soar along at up to 35 kilometres an hour, but it came with an GPS based audio guide that told me … Read more
Uniworld will roll out three “super ships” in 2020 to replace its older vessels sailing the Mekong in Southeast Asia, the Nile in Egypt and the Douro in Portugal. But U by Uniworld, the first river cruise line to target millennial travellers, has cancelled its 2019 sailings on original ship, the B, and moved it … Read more
Viking is offering free flights for passengers booking a 12-day river cruise to Europe, Russia and Asia in 2020 provided bookings are made by 30 April this year. The line is also offering economy flights at $995 per person if you book a 2020 river cruise of 11 days or less to Europe or 12 … Read more
With a new CLIA report indicating river cruising is on the rise, Travelmarvel today announced it has ordered three new European river ships. The new vessels will have 91 cabins, big sun decks and a more casual dining experience – and mark a major investment in the line. They feature a 2 ½ deck design, … Read more
River cruising across Europe is rising – but many passengers are searching for fresh destinations. Meeting the demands of repeat customers, lines are upping their capacity on rivers like the Douro in Portugal, which saw a huge 85% increase in numbers in 2017. Russia, too has seen strong growth at 70 per cent. And some … Read more
Haven’t got your 2019 vacation sorted out? Fret not because river cruise lines are offering deals for 2019 sailings to European and Asian rivers. And to save you wearing out your fingers flipping through the sites, we’ve rounded up a list of best river cruise deals so you can make the most of your holiday … Read more
Tauck river cruises has revealed it will be offering Douro River cruises for the first time ever on a new ship, which will be making its debut in 2020. The new ship, which will be named Andorinha, is being built specifically for the Douro River. The ship is named after a species of swallow 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.
