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River Cruises

Discover the unique charm of River Cruising


What better way to experience a unique perspective of Europe's most well known landmarks, marvel at spellbinding natural landscapes and discover unchanged hill-clinging towns, than with a charming river cruise. Following the success of our escorted tours, we have introduced eleven hand picked river cruise itineraries that we believe best showcase true European elegance, aboard ships that offer a first class service. The additional benefit of our new cruises, is the all-inclusive package* that allows you to wine and dine with complete peace of mind.

Classic Danube Vienna Budapest and Bratislava

Classic Danube Vienna Budapest and Bratislava

  • Cruise along the Danube to the cities of Vienna, Budapest and Bratislava
  • Embark on a guided tour of Vienna, the 'City of Music'
  • Visit to Budapest's neo-gothic Great Market Hall
  • Explore the cobbled streets and bustling squares of Bratislava
  • Enjoy a Hungarian feast and traditional folk entertainment on board
5 days
from £1049pp
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Enchanting Waterways of Venice

Enchanting Waterways of Venice

  • All-Inclusive Cruising - all meals and drinks included in the price.
  • Explore Venice at your own pace
  • Enjoy a Venice city tour and the chance to observe the fascinating crafting process of a gondola
  • Visit the coastal gem of Chioggia
5 days
from £1099pp
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Treasures of Andalucia and Seville

Treasures of Andalucia and Seville

  • Full-day excursion to Granada, including the Palacio de Generalife
  • Visit the beautiful palaces and gardens of the Alhambra
  • Cruise along the Guadalquivir, Andalucia's longest river
  • Embark on a guided tour of beautiful Cordoba
  • Enjoy a walking tour through the picturesque streets of Seville
  • and more...
8 days
from £1499pp
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Paris, Normandy and the Seine

Paris, Normandy and the Seine

  • All-Inclusive Cruising - all meals and drinks included in the price
  • Witness the iconic wrought-iron spire of the Eiffel Tower
  • Visit the Norman Abbey Circuit, home to over 35 abbeys
  • Enjoy a tour of Cote Fleurie to visit Chateau du Breuil and delight in a wine tasting
  • Discover the atmospheric medieval quarter of Rouen
  • and more...
8 days
from £1599pp
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Bordeaux's Chateaux Rivers and Wine

Bordeaux's Chateaux Rivers and Wine

  • All-Inclusive Cruising - all meals and drinks included in the price
  • Time at leisure in Bordeaux
  • A number of optional excursions are available
7 days
from £1599pp
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Valley of the Douro from Porto to Spain

Valley of the Douro from Porto to Spain

  • Explore the vibrant, riverside city of Porto and its UNESCO listed historic centre
  • Visit the impressive, 15th Century Ducal Palace
  • On-board evening entertainment, including a wonderful flamenco show
  • Enjoy a delicious port wine tasting experience at a local estate
  • and more...
8 days
from £1599pp
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Captivating Rhine Moselle and Main Rivers

Captivating Rhine Moselle and Main Rivers

  • Tour the old city of Koblenz and Strasbourg
  • Explore Frankfurt and the Main Tower
  • See Cochem Castle and the Niederwald Monument
7 days
from £1599pp
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Grand Capitals of the Danube

Grand Capitals of the Danube

  • All-inclusive Cruising - all meals and drinks included in the price
  • Explore the capital cities of Vienna, Bratislava and Budapest
  • Sail the Danube to admire stunning rural scenery and charming townscapes
  • A number of optional excursions are available including guided city tours
8 days
from £1749pp
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Lyon, Provence and the Camargue

Lyon, Provence and the Camargue

  • Embark on a city tour of Lyon, visiting the 12th century Fourviere Basilica
  • Discover the exceptional sights of Vienne on a walking tour
  • Enjoy a visit to a manade (bull breeding farm) in Arles
  • Cruise along the charming Rhone and Saone Rivers
  • and more...
8 days
from £1799pp
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Cruising the Rhine Basel to Amsterdam

Cruising the Rhine Basel to Amsterdam

  • Visit four countries in one cruise
  • Walking tours of Haarlem, Cologne, Mainz, Strasbourg & Basel
  • Explore the open-air museum of Arnhem
  • See the brightly painted wooden houses of Colmar
8 days
from £1899pp
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Valley of the Douro from Porto to Spain - 5 Star

Valley of the Douro from Porto to Spain - 5 Star

  • Explore the vibrant, riverside city of Porto and its UNESCO listed historic centre
  • Visit the impressive, 15th Century Ducal Palace
  • On-board evening entertainment, including a wonderful flamenco show
  • Enjoy a delicious port wine tasting experience at a local estate
  • and more...
8 days
from £2099pp
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Prague, Bohemia and the Elegant Elbe

Prague, Bohemia and the Elegant Elbe

  • Cruise along the picturesque Elbe and Vltava Rivers, passing scenic landscapes and opulent castles
  • Explore Prague, the Golden City and its stunning old town
  • Tour Dresden and its historic Royal Palace
  • Discover the 13th-century Konopiste Castle, a former hunting lodge of the Habsburgs
  • Cruise on an authentic paddle riverboat with on-board evening entertainment
  • and more...
7 days
from £2199pp
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Included in the Price

  • Included
    Air-conditioned, en suite cabins on board our hand-picked vessels
  • Included
    Return flights from London. Regional flights and Eurostar are available on selected cruises
  • Included
    All-inclusive* dining on board ship, including breakfast, lunch and dinner plus daily, soft and alcoholic drinks during meals and at the bar whilst onboard. (Premium brands are available at an extra cost)
  • Included
    Entertainment on board your ship
  • Included
    Return transfers to/from airport/station to ship
  • Included
    Fully ABTA & ATOL protected
* The Tsars, Tolstoy & Russia's Mighty Volga cruise is on Full Board Basis.

Discover more with Mercury Holidays

Throughout each journey, a number of optional excursions are on offer, at additional fees, that are sure to enhance your cruise, including a guided wander of Venice, visits to verdant villages that line the UNESCO recognised Amalfi Coast, the chance to admire the grand elegance of Vienna and a fascinating tour of the Normandy landing beaches.

Why choose Mercury Holidays?

With over 35 years of providing unique getaways at remarkable prices, we are confident that our new river cruises will not only meet, but also exceed your expectations.