{"id":401842,"date":"2024-08-25T05:50:00","date_gmt":"2024-08-25T09:50:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/?p=401842"},"modified":"2026-05-08T15:52:47","modified_gmt":"2026-05-08T15:52:47","slug":"river-cruises-france-europe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/guide\/destination\/river-cruises-france-europe\/","title":{"rendered":"The 8 Most Beautiful River Cruises Around Europe"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>For your next vacation, why not choose something a little different? Instead of hopping on a plane to<a href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/guide\/destination\/spain-andalusia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Spain<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/guide\/destination\/our-travel-crete-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Greece<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/guide\/destination\/thailand-guide-itineraries-highlights\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Thailand<\/a>, why not take a river cruise, either in France or Europe? <a title=\"CroisiEurope\" href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/go\/croisieurope\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex noopener\">CroisiEurope<\/a>, a major player in the <a href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/guide\/best-cruise-traveller-type\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cruise<\/a> business, offers a wide range of itineraries, from the Seine valley to the Douro. Here are some of our favorites.<\/p>\n\n\n<aside class=\"component component__deferred_contents wp-block-milesgutenberg-deferred-contents\">\n\t\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\tdata-template='s-h'\n\t\t\t\tdata-post_type='post'\n\t\t\t\tdata-per_page='4'\n\t\t\t\tclass='deferred_container--preload container_post container_template--s-h container_count--1'\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-tag=\"post_id\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-post_ids=\"263732\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t<article class=\"post-preview\">\n\t<div class=\"post-preview-thumbnail\">\n\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-image\"><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"post-preview-content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"simmer-bar-group\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/article>\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/aside>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-river-cruises-in-france\">River cruises in France<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Cruising the French rivers with CroisiEurope is an exceptional way to experience the heart of France. The company offers a selection of captivating itineraries, giving travelers the chance to discover the hidden treasures of France&#8217;s waterways, while enjoying incomparable comfort aboard their barges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-river-cruises-in-france-with-croisieurope-the-seine-valley\">River cruises in France with CroisiEurope &#8211; The Seine Valley<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/reviews\/products\/croisieurope-croisiere-fluviale\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Croisieurope<\/a>&#8216;s eight-day <a href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/go\/croisieurope-vallee-seine-classique\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Seine Valley: art, history and nature cruise<\/a> takes us on a long journey along one of <a href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/guide\/destination\/travel-france-smart-destinations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">France&#8217;<\/a>s most emblematic rivers, the <a href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/guide\/destination\/cruise-on-the-seine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Seine<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-fluviale-Seine.jpg\" alt=\"The 8 Most Beautiful River Cruises Around Europe - Croisiere-fluviale-Seine\" class=\"wp-image-402025\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-fluviale-Seine.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-fluviale-Seine-450x253.jpg 450w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-fluviale-Seine-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-fluviale-Seine-200x113.jpg 200w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-fluviale-Seine-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Departing from <a href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/guide\/destination\/france-paris-good-addresses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Paris<\/a>, the adventure begins with a night cruise through the capital, offering a breathtaking view of the illuminated monuments of Paris. On the following days, the cruise continues to La Roche-Guyon and Vernon, where a must-see visit to Claude Monet&#8217;s house in Giverny immerses us in the world of the famous Impressionist painter.<\/p>\n\n\n<aside class=\"component component__deferred_contents wp-block-milesgutenberg-deferred-contents\">\n\t\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\tdata-template='s-h'\n\t\t\t\tdata-post_type='post'\n\t\t\t\tdata-per_page='4'\n\t\t\t\tclass='deferred_container--preload container_post container_template--s-h container_count--1'\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-tag=\"post_id\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-post_ids=\"226534\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t<article class=\"post-preview\">\n\t<div class=\"post-preview-thumbnail\">\n\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-image\"><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"post-preview-content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"simmer-bar-group\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/article>\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/aside>\n\n\n\n<p>History buffs will appreciate the stopovers in Honfleur and Rouen, two Normandy towns marked by centuries of history and art. In Honfleur, passengers can explore the C\u00f4te Fleurie or hike the cliffs of the C\u00f4te d&#8217;Alb\u00e2tre, immortalized by the greatest artists. In Rouen, the guided tour reveals the architectural and artistic treasures that have inspired painters such as Monet.<\/p>\n\n\n<aside class=\"component component__notice component__notice--info wp-block-milesgutenberg-notice\">\n\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-info-circle\"><\/i>\n\t\t<div class=\"component__notice__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p><strong>Price: <\/strong>1479 euros (\u2248 2200 CAD)<br \/>\n<strong>Duration: <\/strong>8 days<br \/>\n<strong>Booking <\/strong>: on the <a href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/go\/croisieurope-vallee-seine-classique\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CroisiEurope website<\/a><\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-river-cruise-in-france-with-croisieurope-from-lyon-to-saintes-maries-de-la-mer\">River cruise in France with CroisiEurope &#8211; From Lyon to Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking for some sun? Head south for <a title=\"CroisiEurope - Provencal colors along the Rh\u00f4ne (port\/port formula)\" href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/go\/croisieurope-couleurs-provencales-au-fil-du-rhone-formule-port-port\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex noopener\">a cruise on the Rh\u00f4ne, from Lyon to Saintes-Marie-de-la-Mer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-fluviale-Avignon.jpg\" alt=\"The 8 Most Beautiful River Cruises Around Europe - Croisiere-fluviale-Avignon\" class=\"wp-image-402021\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-fluviale-Avignon.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-fluviale-Avignon-450x253.jpg 450w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-fluviale-Avignon-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-fluviale-Avignon-200x113.jpg 200w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-fluviale-Avignon-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>On board, you&#8217;re sure to marvel at the lush vineyards, picturesque villages and historic sites that line the river&#8217;s banks. Unforgettable stopovers await you in Avignon, cradle of the Popes&#8217; Palace and its rich medieval past, and in Les Baux-de-Provence, considered one of the most beautiful villages in France.<\/p>\n\n\n<aside class=\"component component__notice component__notice--info wp-block-milesgutenberg-notice\">\n\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-info-circle\"><\/i>\n\t\t<div class=\"component__notice__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p><strong>Price: <\/strong>1129 euros (\u2248 1700 CAD)<br \/>\n<strong>Duration: <\/strong> 6 days<br \/>\n<strong>Booking <\/strong>: on the <a title=\"CroisiEurope - Provencal colors along the Rh\u00f4ne (port\/port formula)\" href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/go\/croisieurope-couleurs-provencales-au-fil-du-rhone-formule-port-port\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex noopener\">CroisiEurope website<\/a><\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-river-cruise-in-france-with-croisieurope-the-oise-valley\">River cruise in France with CroisiEurope &#8211; The Oise valley<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Located north of Paris, the <a href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/go\/croisieurope-oise\/\">Oise valley<\/a> is a haven of peace, with lush green landscapes, picturesque villages and a fascinating cultural wealth. To discover it in a different way, don&#8217;t hesitate to climb aboard the six-day CroisiEurope cruise, which starts (and ends!) in Paris.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/croisiere-fluviale-oise-croisieurope.jpg\" alt=\"The 8 Most Beautiful River Cruises Around Europe - croisiere-fluviale-oise-croisieurope\" class=\"wp-image-402023\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/croisiere-fluviale-oise-croisieurope.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/croisiere-fluviale-oise-croisieurope-450x253.jpg 450w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/croisiere-fluviale-oise-croisieurope-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/croisiere-fluviale-oise-croisieurope-200x113.jpg 200w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/croisiere-fluviale-oise-croisieurope-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This cruise is the ideal opportunity to explore historic gems such as Compi\u00e8gne, famous for its imperial palace and its history linked to Napoleon Bonaparte, and the Ch\u00e2teau de Chantilly, an architectural masterpiece surrounded by breathtaking gardens.<\/p>\n\n\n<aside class=\"component component__notice component__notice--info wp-block-milesgutenberg-notice\">\n\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-info-circle\"><\/i>\n\t\t<div class=\"component__notice__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p><strong>Price: <\/strong>2220 euros (\u2248 3355 CAD)<br \/>\n<strong>Duration: <\/strong>7 days<br \/>\n<strong>Booking <\/strong>: on the <a title=\"CroisiEurope - Oise\" href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/go\/croisieurope-oise\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex noopener\">CroisiEurope website<\/a><\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-river-cruises-in-france-with-croisieurope-the-garonne-and-the-dordogne\">River cruises in France with CroisiEurope &#8211; The Garonne and the Dordogne<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/go\/croisieurope-garonne-et-la-dordogne\/\">The Garonne and Dordogne rivers <\/a>reveal the timeless charms of south-west France, and are a joy to explore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-Saint-Emilion.jpg\" alt=\"The 8 Most Beautiful River Cruises Around Europe - Croisiere-Saint-Emilion\" class=\"wp-image-402029\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-Saint-Emilion.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-Saint-Emilion-450x253.jpg 450w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-Saint-Emilion-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-Saint-Emilion-200x113.jpg 200w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-Saint-Emilion-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>During <a title=\"CroisiEurope - Escapade on the Garonne and Dordogne rivers (port\/port formula)\" href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/go\/croisieurope-escapade-au-fil-de-la-garonne-et-de-la-dordogne-formule-port-port\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex noopener\">CroisiEurope&#8217;s five-day cruise<\/a>, you&#8217;ll admire the renowned vineyards of Bordeaux, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and marvel at the elegant ch\u00e2teaux lining the banks of these two emblematic rivers. Enthusiasts of wine will be particularly delighted by the optional tour of the M\u00e9doc&#8217;s Grands Crus (not forgetting the wine tasting!). Stopovers in Saint-\u00c9milion, Blaye and Libourne allow you to explore enchanting medieval villages and savor the region&#8217;s culinary delights.<\/p>\n\n\n<aside class=\"component component__notice component__notice--info wp-block-milesgutenberg-notice\">\n\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-info-circle\"><\/i>\n\t\t<div class=\"component__notice__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p><strong>Price: <\/strong>832 euros (\u2248 1255 CAD)<br \/>\n<strong>Duration: <\/strong>5 days<br \/>\n<strong>Booking <\/strong>: on the <a title=\"CroisiEurope - Escapade on the Garonne and Dordogne rivers (port\/port formula)\" href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/go\/croisieurope-escapade-au-fil-de-la-garonne-et-de-la-dordogne-formule-port-port\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex noopener\">CroisiEurope website<\/a><\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-river-cruises-in-europe\">River cruises in Europe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re dreaming of cruising the majestic Danube, the romantic Rhine or the tranquil charm of the Douro, CroisiEurope offers you a range of destinations to discover the enchanting landscapes of the Old Continent. Each day, your itinerary will lead you to new discoveries, whether in lively cities like <a href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/guide\/destination\/vienna\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Vienna<\/a>, Budapest and Prague, or in charming villages such as Cochem, Mantua and Como. You&#8217;ll be immersed in the cultural and historical richness of each location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-river-cruises-in-europe-with-croisieurope-venice\">River cruises in Europe with CroisiEurope &#8211; Venice<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Venice is an actual open-air museum. It&#8217;s one of those metropolises that never ceases to amaze. A <a href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/go\/croisieurope-venise\/\">river cruise on the Venetian lagoon<\/a> aboard the MS Michelangelo is a truly unique way to discover the Queen of the Adriatic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-Venise.jpg\" alt=\"The 8 Most Beautiful River Cruises Around Europe - Croisiere-Venise\" class=\"wp-image-402031\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-Venise.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-Venise-450x253.jpg 450w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-Venise-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-Venise-200x113.jpg 200w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-Venise-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you opt for the five-night cruise called <em>The Treasures of Venice,<\/em> with scheduled stops in Mazzorbo and Chioggia, or a cruise along<a href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/guide\/destination\/italy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Italy<\/a>&#8216;s rivers, such as the nine-day cruise that departs from <a href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/guide\/destination\/short-stay-milan-italy\/\">Milan<\/a> and crosses the iconic Lake Como before heading to Mantua and <a href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/guide\/destination\/activities-venice-europe-stay\/\">Venice<\/a>, <em>dolce vita<\/em> is guaranteed.<\/p>\n\n\n<aside class=\"component component__notice component__notice--info wp-block-milesgutenberg-notice\">\n\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-info-circle\"><\/i>\n\t\t<div class=\"component__notice__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p><strong>Price: <\/strong>Between 735 and 2029 euros (\u2248 between 1100 and 3050 CAD)<br \/>\n<strong>Duration: <\/strong>Between 5 and 9 days<br \/>\n<strong>Booking <\/strong>: On the <a href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/go\/croisieurope-venise\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CroisiEurope website<\/a><\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-river-cruises-in-europe-with-croisieurope-the-douro\">River cruises in Europe with CroisiEurope &#8211; The Douro<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>CroisiEurope seduces wine lovers with its cruises through the vine-covered valleys of northern <a href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/guide\/destination\/itinerary-portugal\/\">Portugal<\/a> to the Spanish border in the small village of Barca D&#8217;Alva.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-Douro.jpg\" alt=\"The 8 Most Beautiful River Cruises Around Europe - Croisiere-Douro\" class=\"wp-image-402019\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-Douro.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-Douro-450x253.jpg 450w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-Douro-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-Douro-200x113.jpg 200w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-Douro-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The most popular route is from Lisbon to Porto, through <a href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/go\/croisieurope-vallee-du-douro\/\">the Douro valley<\/a>. Over the course of eight days, we discover emblematic cities where beauty and uniqueness promise unforgettable moments.<\/p>\n\n\n<aside class=\"component component__notice component__notice--info wp-block-milesgutenberg-notice\">\n\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-info-circle\"><\/i>\n\t\t<div class=\"component__notice__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p><strong>Price: <\/strong>2049 euros (\u2248 3100 CAD)<br \/>\n<strong>Duration: <\/strong>8 days<br \/>\n<strong>Booking <\/strong>: on the <a title=\"CroisiEurope - Douro Valley\" href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/go\/croisieurope-venise\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex noopener\">CroisiEurope website<\/a><\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-river-cruises-in-europe-with-croisieurope-the-danube\">River cruises in Europe with CroisiEurope &#8211; The Danube<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re setting off from Strasbourg on <a href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/go\/croisieurope-transeuropeenne\/\">a trans-European cruise<\/a> to Budapest, or departing from Hungary to discover Serbia and Romania by way of the Black Sea, CroisiEurope offers a range of options to suit travelers wishing to explore Europe&#8217;s second longest river.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-Budapest.jpg\" alt=\"The 8 Most Beautiful River Cruises Around Europe - Croisiere-Budapest\" class=\"wp-image-402017\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-Budapest.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-Budapest-450x253.jpg 450w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-Budapest-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-Budapest-200x113.jpg 200w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-Budapest-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Our favorite? The <a title=\"CroisiEurope - Prague and the beautiful Blue Danube\" href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/go\/croisieurope-prague-et-le-beau-danube-bleu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex noopener\">Prague and the Blue Danube cruise<\/a> takes us on an eight-day tour of some of Europe&#8217;s most beautiful cities, from Prague to Vienna, via Budapest.<\/p>\n\n\n<aside class=\"component component__notice component__notice--info wp-block-milesgutenberg-notice\">\n\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-info-circle\"><\/i>\n\t\t<div class=\"component__notice__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p><strong>Price: <\/strong>1965 euros (\u2248 2950 CAD)<br \/>\n<strong>Duration: <\/strong>8 days<br \/>\n<strong>Booking <\/strong>: on the <a title=\"CroisiEurope - Prague and the beautiful Blue Danube\" href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/go\/croisieurope-prague-et-le-beau-danube-bleu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex noopener\">CroisiEurope website<\/a><\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-rhine-and-moselle\">Rhine and Moselle<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Rhine Valley offers a unique boating experience, punctuated by magnificent castles, picturesque vineyards and numerous enchanting villages that unfold along the water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-Rhin.jpg\" alt=\"The 8 Most Beautiful River Cruises Around Europe - Croisiere-Rhin\" class=\"wp-image-402027\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-Rhin.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-Rhin-450x253.jpg 450w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-Rhin-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-Rhin-200x113.jpg 200w, https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Croisiere-Rhin-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Our favorite cruise? The <a title=\"CroisiEurope - 2 FLEUVES: the romantic Rhine valley and the magic of the Moselle (port\/port formula)\" href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/go\/croisieurope-2-fleuves-la-vallee-du-rhin-romantique-et-la-magie-de-la-moselle-formule-port-port\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex noopener\">cruise through the Romantic Rhine Valley<\/a>, ending on the Moselle, where the towns of Koblenz, Alken and Cochem come into their own.<\/p>\n\n\n<aside class=\"component component__notice component__notice--info wp-block-milesgutenberg-notice\">\n\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-info-circle\"><\/i>\n\t\t<div class=\"component__notice__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p><strong>Price: <\/strong>969 euros (\u2248 1450 CAD)<br \/>\n<strong>Duration: <\/strong>5 days<br \/>\n<strong>Booking <\/strong>: on the <a title=\"CroisiEurope - 2 FLEUVES: the romantic Rhine valley and the magic of the Moselle (port\/port formula)\" href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/go\/croisieurope-2-fleuves-la-vallee-du-rhin-romantique-et-la-magie-de-la-moselle-formule-port-port\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex noopener\">CroisiEurope website<\/a><\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-bottom-line\">Bottom Line<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For an original vacation, river cruises in France and Europe offer a captivating alternative to classic destinations. Whether you want to explore the cultural riches of the Seine Valley, the wine-growing landscapes of the Douro, or the treasures of Venice, each itinerary presented allows you to discover Europe from a new angle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, if you&#8217;re a resident of Canada, read our guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/guide\/strategy\/cruise-pay-points\/\">how to save on your next cruise with rewards points<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<aside class=\"component component__deferred_contents wp-block-milesgutenberg-deferred-contents\">\n\t\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\tdata-template='s-h'\n\t\t\t\tdata-post_type='post'\n\t\t\t\tdata-per_page='4'\n\t\t\t\tclass='deferred_container--preload container_post container_template--s-h container_count--1'\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-tag=\"post_id\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-post_ids=\"261101\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t<article class=\"post-preview\">\n\t<div class=\"post-preview-thumbnail\">\n\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-image\"><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"post-preview-content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"simmer-bar-group\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"shimmer shimmer-bar\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/article>\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/aside>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h3>\n\n\n<aside class=\"component component__faq wp-block-milesgutenberg-faq\">\n\t\n<div class=\"component component__faq__item component__faq__item--opened wp-block-milesgutenberg-faq-item\">\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__title\">\n\t\t<h4 id=\"whats_a_river_cruise_\" class=\"toc_exclude component__faq__item__title__heading\">\n\t\t\tWhat&#8217;s a river cruise?\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-chevron-down\"><\/i>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content__inner\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<p>A river cruise is a cruise that allows you to discover landscapes and cities by navigating inland waterways, such as rivers and canals.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"component component__faq__item component__faq__item--opened wp-block-milesgutenberg-faq-item\">\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__title\">\n\t\t<h4 id=\"whats_the_best_river_cruise_\" class=\"toc_exclude component__faq__item__title__heading\">\n\t\t\tWhat&#8217;s the best river cruise?\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-chevron-down\"><\/i>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content__inner\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<p>The best river cruise depends on individual preferences and tastes. A cruise along the Douro Valley, from Lisbon to Porto, is a popular choice for its spectacular wine-growing landscapes. Others, however, might prefer a cruise on the Danube, offering a discovery of historic European cities, or one on the Seine Valley, for its rich cultural and artistic heritage.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"component component__faq__item component__faq__item--opened wp-block-milesgutenberg-faq-item\">\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__title\">\n\t\t<h4 id=\"whats_the_cheapest_river_cruise_in_france_\" class=\"toc_exclude component__faq__item__title__heading\">\n\t\t\tWhat&#8217;s the cheapest river cruise in France?\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-chevron-down\"><\/i>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"component__faq__item__content__inner\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<p>CroisiEurope offers a wide range of river cruises throughout France and Europe at bargain prices. 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