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European River Cruises

Discover Europe's most beautiful rivers

Danube Cataracts
Danube Cataracts

Explore the countless delights of Europe's waterways, from the man-made wonders and low-lying landscapes of the Netherlands and Flanders to the mighty Rhine, and from the meandering Moselle to the sweeping reaches of the "Blue" Danube.

Marvel at exquisite riverbank views as you wind through some of Europe’s most atmospheric cities and most breath-taking countryside on an unforgettable European river cruise. Glide along the enchanting River Rhine with its vineyard-backed villages and fairy-tale castles, or enjoy fine architecture, stunning scenery and good food on the romantic "Blue" Danube.

A ROSA AQUA

Sip a glass of port on the banks of the River Douro. Gaze at Alpine valleys, medieval towns, verdant vineyards and fairy-tale castles along the pretty, meandering Moselle, and the great city of Frankfurt on the River Main. 

Admire the beauty of Monet’s House and Garden at Giverny and sail upriver to historic Joan of Arc city Rouen. Explore the wine and landscapes of Provence on a cruise on the River Rhone, and take in the glorious Dutch countryside, and explore the canals and cobblestones of Amsterdam, historic Rotterdam, and picturesque towns and villages on a Dutch river cruise. 

Whichever European river cruise you choose, when you cruise with Newmarket Holidays you'll experience fascinating itineraries and excursions, and the leisurely atmosphere and pace of life on board an A-ROSA river cruise vessel.

Top European River Cruises

High angle view of the city of Paris, with a bridge and a main road with cars in the forefront. View of all the buildings of the city, with the Eiffel tower poking out in the distance to the left. To the right, behind the river, the faint view of skyscrapers in the distance.
Save up to £800 per couple
Paris, Normandy and the Delights of the Seine
France
Join your Premium Inclusive A-ROSA river cruise, starting at Caudebec-en-Caux, Honfleur and finishing with the illuminated architecture of Paris.
  • Stay overnight in the medieval town of Vernon
  • Explore Rouen, the 'Joan of Arc' city
  • Stay overnight in France's capital city
  • Arosa Logo (1)

    8 days from £2,314 pp

    was £2,435 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    June 2025 - September 2025

  • Duration

    8 days

  • Depart From

    5 airports

  • Excursions

    2 included

  • Meals

    20 included

  • Operator

    A-ROSA

Shot of a gothic city hall which has a tall clock tower in the middle and four smaller towers, two either side, all with spiky turrets. The building has long windows all over and is a gold colour. Below are the Vienna Christmas markets, with four vertical strips of stalls, the centre having a christmas tree at the far end. There are many people shopping, with lights and lit up signs above them.
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Danube Christmas Markets
Austria, Slovakia, Germany
Experience the Christmas spirit on a Premium Inclusive A-ROSA Danube river cruise. Admire festive Vienna and cosmopolitan Linz while sailing Wachau Valley.+ 2 More
  • Visit Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, a city transformed with festive lights and markets
  • Join an included city tour of festive Vienna
  • Explore the Austrian capital and its Christmas markets
  • Arosa Logo (1)

    5 days from £1,500 pp

    was £1,578 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    14 December 2025

  • Duration

    5 days

  • Depart From

    3 airports

  • Excursions

    1 included

  • Meals

    11 included

  • Operator

    A-ROSA

G 1165680144 Budapest Hungary Danube River
Save up to £800 per couple
Splendours of the Majestic Danube
Austria, Slovakia, Serbia
Join us in Engenhartszell for a Danube river cruise calling in Austria, Hungary, Serbia and Slovakia.
  • Cruise through the Iron Gates and the Wachau Valley
  • Enjoy an included city tour of Vienna, the Austrian capital
  • Overnight stay in stylish Hungarian capital Budapest, with included city tour
  • Arosa Logo (1)

    15 days from £4,545 pp

    was £4,784 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    13 June 2025

  • Duration

    15 days

  • Depart From

    2 airports

  • Meals

    35 included

  • Operator

    A-ROSA

Shutterstock Douroexplorer
Save up to £800 per couple
The Douro Explorer
Portugal, Spain
Cruise the Douro River on our Douro Explorer holiday. Visit charming towns and cities and enjoy stunning scenery. Book now for an unforgettable trip!
  • Discover the riverside havens, Pinhão and Barca d’Alva
  • Enjoy a full-day tour to Salamanca
  • Visit Porto and sample port wine, the city's famous tipple
  • Arosa Logo (1)

    8 days from £2,099 pp

    was £2,209 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    May 2025 - October 2026

  • Duration

    8 days

  • Depart From

    9 airports

  • Meals

    20 included

  • Operator

    A-ROSA

Bernkastel-Kues, Germany
Save up to £800 per couple
New Romance on the Moselle Cruise
Germany
Join us in Cologne for a Moselle river cruise calling at Cochem, Bernkastel-Kues, Mehring and Koblenz.
  • Spend five memorable days cruising the scenic meanders of the Moselle
  • Explore Cochem, the enchanting town on the bank of the Moselle
  • Cruise south to pretty Koblenz, at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle
  • Arosa Logo (1)

    8 days from £2,105 pp

    was £2,215 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    June 2025 - August 2025

  • Duration

    8 days

  • Depart From

    3 airports

  • Meals

    14 included

  • Operator

    A-ROSA

Basel, Switzerland
Save up to £800 per couple
Classic Rhine Cruise to Switzerland
Germany, France, Switzerland
Discover the Rhine Valley on our Classic Rhine Cruise to Switzerland. Sail through picturesque scenery and explore charming towns and cities.
  • Stay overnight in Strasbourg
  • Set off on a walking tour of Mainz
  • Explore Frankfurt where you'll find a mix of modern and historic attractions
  • Arosa Logo (1)

    8 days from £2,621 pp

    was £2,758 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    27 June 2025

  • Duration

    8 days

  • Depart From

    3 airports

  • Excursions

    3 included

  • Meals

    20 included

  • Operator

    A-ROSA

AMADEUS Cara Exterior View Day Wider Perspective Of The AMADEUS Cara On The River Pink Clouds Lueftner Cruises Amadeus Martin Skopal
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Rhine Discovery Cruise & Andre Rieu
Austria, Netherlands
Luxury Rhine River cruise with André Rieu live in Amsterdam. Explore historic cities aboard the 5-star Amadeus Cara. Book now!+ 2 More
  • Embrace quintessential Austrian hospitality onboard a leisurely five-star river cruise along the Rhine River
  • Experience a festive New Year's musical extravaganza with André Rieu & his Johann Strauss Orchestra live at the Ziggo Dome Arena, Amsterdam
  • Delve into the cultural heritage of Bonn, the former West-German capital and birthplace of Beethoven
  • ARC Logo RGB

    7 days from £1,719 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    05 January 2026

  • Duration

    7 days

  • Depart From

    7 airports

  • Operator

    Amadeus River Cruises

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