For over one thousand years, the great rivers of Europe – the Rhine, the Danube and more – have been the travel and trade routes of choice. Today, great castles, stunning cathedrals, elegant cities and charming riverside towns tempt travelers to step ashore from river cruises. Stroll through the picturesque villages of the Loire Valley and Provence, glory in the tulip fields of Holland, and explore the great museums and palaces of the Russian Czars.

A unique way of exploring the beauty of Europe. Drifting through the beautiful landscape, enjoying all the creature comforts of food, wine and service superb in every way, while experiencing the chateaux, cathedral, tours, vineyards, and sleepy villages left behind by time. History, art, culture, it is all there to be experienced.

Imagine your dream European vacation: vibrant cities and quaint villages’ rich of history. Relaxed travel, personal service, comfortable accommodations and discoveries off the beaten path: river cruising delivers you all of this and more.

You will cruise the broad rivers where civilization began, with breathtaking scenery along the banks, from one sparkling city to another, past romantic villages, fairy-tale castles, lush vineyards and charming medieval towns. Discover Europe from intimate perspective along these storied waterways while feeing yourself from the “work' of traveling.

Experience Art, Music and Wines of Europe on a Theme Cruises. Feel the music, art and culture of Europe come alive. Taste the fabled wines of, and. See the masterpieces of French Impressionists. Celebrate classical and folk music along the Danube. Many of cruises are designated Theme Cruises: Wine Cruises of France; Fall Foliage and Wine Harvest Along the Rhine; Fall Foliage and Wine Harvest Along the Danube; French Impressionism; Music Celebration on the Great Rivers of Europe; Music Along the Danube; Italian Art and Wine.

Perhaps one of the most anticipated features of your journey through Europe is the opportunity to sample new tastes, with specialties in French, German, Austrian and Swiss cuisine. You might try authentic European dishes such as Viennese schnitzel, Hungarian goulash and Alsatian sauerkraut and sausage. You also will be offered a fine selection of international and regional wines to compliment any entrée.

To start your morning off right, a buffet breakfast is offered complete with a selection of fresh breads, eggs, cereal, pastries, cheese and European cold cuts, plus fresh fruit. Of course, you are welcome to order from the selection of hot items prepared to order from the kitchen. For lunch, choose something light from the salad and sandwich bar or enjoy a homemade soup, choice of entrées and dessert.  At dinner, you'll look forward to the five-course gourmet menu with a choice or entrées including regional specialties like Roast Pork and Barbary Duck Breast and old favorites is sure to satisfy and delight. And you'll love the elegance of dining on place settings of fine Norwegian chine, Swiss cutlery, premium Indian cotton linens and German glassware.