Old World River Romance

Perfect Days and Nights await!


With it’s wonderful blend of ancient and modern enchantments, European River Cruises offer some of the most breathtakingly romantic destinations on Earth.  Enjoying the best in first class accommodations without the worry of travel plans allows you to more fully appreciate both Old and New World charms.

By day, relax and immerse yourself in a variety of cultures while you and that special someone browse the beautiful European streets and shops, parks and museums.

By night, sample exquisitely prepared cuisine while enjoying the music and dancing that helps make this one of the world’s favorite vacation destinations.

Stunning Staterooms

Enjoy the World from your Stateroom!


Step into an Old World river cruise stateroom or suite and find yourself ready to experience the most relaxing, stress free vacation possible while enjoying the most elegant of accommodations.  Set sail in your own world class hotel filled with the finest of furnishings, from the most beautiful draperies and exquisite comforters to Egyptian combed cotton sheets and wool-cashmere comforters.

Richly stocked bathrooms await filled, with every imaginable amenity from plush robes to luxurious towels crafted by some of Europe’s most celebrated designers.

Feel free to relaxing in front a state of the art flat-screen TV with satellite. Deluxe air conditioning assures you’ll be comfortable day and night and with twice a day turn down service from award winning staff, your room’s always clean and ready whenever you return.

While every stateroom is beautiful, Old World river cruise suites with French balconies are unparalleled. Enjoy the added pleasure of room service for breakfast as you take in the sunrise and breathe in the morning air in private comfort.  Where available, you’ll find staying in a one-of-a-kind owner’s suite an unforgettable experience.

Exquisit Ships

Luxurious Sailing!


Boutique hotel-style ships make sailing the great rivers the most luxurious way to see Europe and the world. Small enough to navigate the most beautiful small ports and water ways, yet roomy enough to provide first class accommodations and amenities.  Opulently in design, these extravagant ships are the perfect worry free way to experience the trip of a lifetime.

From scrumptious breakfasts to gourmet dinners, your home away from home will ferry you along famous Old World rivers to exotic and enticing destinations.  Immersed in local culture and cuisine, sail back in time to visit medieval castles and historic vineyards, gothic cathedrals and fairytale villages.  Then let your senses fill with the sights and sounds, flavors and aroma of world class restaurants and sidewalk cafés.  Surround yourself with the latest fashion as you explore some of the greatest cultural and art centers on Earth.

After enjoying the local nightlife, choose from a list of exciting shipboard activities or luxurious amenities before retiring to your own lavish stateroom or suite.  Enjoy a starlit sky from an elegant restaurant or lounges.  Cozy up with a book in a library nook or play chess or shuffleboard on deck.

With the day and evening spent, your elegant accommodations await.  Filled with the finest most comfortable of furnishings, snuggle into Egyptian combed cotton sheets, wool-cashmere blankets and exquisite comforters for perfect night’s sleep until waking refreshed to begin again.

Elegant Dinning

Feast Your Senses!

Day and night dine on sumptuous dishes and gourmet delights all prepared by international chefs.  Choose between local favorites served in traditional style or enjoy your favorites prepared in keeping with some of the best of Europe’s five-star hotels.

On a daily basis you’ll find delicious new menus choices available.  Richly laden breakfast and lunch buffets  offer an assortment of hot and cold items including omelet bars, soup and salad stations and carved to order meats.

Open air evening dining’s the perfect place to meet with old and new friends and celebrate your once in a lifetime vacation experience.  Enjoy  meat and seafood dishes cooked and seasoned to perfection, while enjoying your choice of complimentary fine wine, beer and soft drinks.

Finish the evening with a nightcap or gourmet coffee while looking over a variety of delectable desserts.  Simple sample a warm pie or pastry or indulge yourself and savor an exquisitely prepared crème brûlee or chocolate soufflé.

Distinguished Destinations

Romantic Paris is Legendary!


With love in the air, what better place is there on Earth to celebrate that special relationship?  From the lights of Eiffel Tower to the alluring Louvre, night and day you’ll enjoy rekindling romance.

Before setting sail, take the time to stroll down picturesque streets past sidewalk cafés filled with delicious delicacies.  Visit historic winemaking villages, tasting the famous wines of the region.  Explore medieval towns, enjoy all their fairytale charm.

Step back in time as you traverse the “Romantic Road” along Baroque period palaces and quiet hamlets. Sense the splendor of Rothenburg’s gothic history and ancient armaments.  Be enchanted by Frankfurt’s skyline and history laden square.

The best of Old World Europe awaits to be discovered as you and someone special leisurely sale back in time along it’s timeless and romantic rivers.

Pamper Yourself

Luxurious Moments!


Old World River Cruising aboard such elegant ships provides you with every opportunity to relax and enjoy the finest in accommodations, service and amenities.  From stunning staterooms and suites to luxurious moments your every need and desire has been anticipated.

Aboard your floating world class hotel you’ll find yourself wined, dined and entertained.  Now you’re ready to unwind and with a salon quality massage and treatment.

Timeless Rivers

Sailing Legendary Rivers


The Rhine, running through Germany, France and Switzerland is beautifully timeless.  The Main is one of the largest tributaries of the Rhine, flowing through the German states of Bavaria, Baden-Württemberg, and Hesse. The Moselle is famous for its picturesque scenery and the wine-growing region.  The magnificent Douro River rising in Spain and reaching the Atlantic Ocean is the best way to see Portugal’s world-famous Port wine vineyards and charming rural villages.

Sailing Egypt’s glorious Nile provides an insiders view to 5,000 years of history.  Visiting sites and destinations of antiquity, you’ll enjoy exploring the cradle of civilization from the luxury of a floating world class hotel.

The Yangtze is the longest river in China and all of Asia.  Cruising it’s scenic you’ll see a serious of magnificent gorges while enjoying all the tastes, sights and sounds of rural China and it’s ancient culture.

Fabulous Festivals

Immerse Yourself In Culture!


The world is filled with wonderful cultural  traditions.  From Chinese New Year to the Autumn Festival you’ll enjoy being a part of colorful celebrations.

Europe is also known for its festivities.  From art and music festivals to grand parades and celebrating the holidays, Europeans know how to throw a party.

Natural Beauty

Enjoy the Scenery in Style!


Few things in life are as relaxing and refreshing as an elegant Old World River Cruise.  Sailing the great rivers of Europe, Egypt and China provide the perfect opportunity to take a step back, often as through time itself, and enjoy scenic beauty without a care in the world.

With all your travel and accommodation needs taken care of, there’s nothing left but to slow down and appreciate the lovely surroundings.  Without the ordinary worries of making additional travel reservation, packing and unpacking luggage and checking in and out of hotels you’re free to enjoy the aesthetics of the countryside while cruising in the lap of luxury.

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