Experience Europe’s rivers the Trafalgar way, with award-winning journeys that go beyond the ship. Backed by 80 years of land touring expertise, Trafalgar River Cruises combine must-see sights, local secrets, authentic flavors, and seamless service, with almost everything included.
Guests enjoy carefully planned included and optional experiences, led by Trafalgar’s local connections and touring know-how. Every itinerary features exclusive Be My Guest moments, reimagined Sails with Stories, and meaningful MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences that support local communities.
With a dedicated Experience Director and onboard team handling the details, travelers can simply relax, connect, and discover Europe’s rivers differently.
8 days, 1 country and 5 cities
Cruise from Paris through the cultural and historic heart of Normandy, following the Seine through landscapes rich with art, heritage and regional flavour. Visit Monet’s house and gardens in Giverny, explore the poignant D-Day landing beaches, and walk through Château de La Roche-Guyon, dramatically carved into the cliffs above the river. Wander the medieval streets of Rouen, then step inside Château de Malmaison to see the rooms once occupied by Joséphine Bonaparte. Along the way, share a farm-grown lunch with a local cider-making family and savour the scenery, stories and traditions of northern France.
8 days, 4 countries and 6 cities
Cruise the Danube and uncover a mix of history, culture and local traditions. Visit Budapest’s Heroes’ Square, stroll through Bratislava’s medieval Old Town and enjoy a taste of Vienna’s famous Sachertorte. Enjoy lively evenings on board Trafalgar Reverie, or kick back and unwind, share stories over regional wines and soak up the ever-changing scenery. This Danube river cruise offers you the perfect mix of discovery, fun and relaxation on one of Europe’s most iconic rivers.
10 days, 4 countries and 8 cities
Voyage through the heart of Europe on a Rhine River Cruise, where history, culture and riverside landscapes meet – along with plenty of good times along the way. You’ll explore Amsterdam’s canals, stand beneath the towering spires of Cologne Cathedral and stroll through Strasbourg’s old town. Cruise through the romantic Middle Rhine, surrounded by steep Riesling vineyards, medieval castles and half-timbered towns. On board Trafalgar Verity, you’ll enjoy lively evenings, share stories over regional wines and soak up the ever-changing scenery. From the Netherlands to Switzerland, this river cruise brings the best of the Rhine to you.
You’ll discover authenticity and variety at every turn of your Trafalgar European River Cruise. Just like our land tours, we’ve struck the perfect balance of inclusions and included choices - designed to give you a true taste of each destination. For something extra, our Optional Experiences are hand-picked to suit different interests, tastes and budgets. Choose what you want, leave what you don’t. Each is delivered through our trusted network of vetted local partners.
- Trafalgar exclusives
- Food & beverage experiences
- Walking, biking & city tours
- Cultural experiences
Extend your vacation and spend extra nights in start and end cities before or after your cruise. These extensions include your hotel nights, breakfasts and special touches like a sightseeing tour, transfers to and from your ship and an array of extra Optional Experiences to add if you wish.