Cruise Search



Sail from this Port
Visit this Port

Magnificent Mekong Summer Sale with Viking River CruisesThe Pyramids & the Nile from only £799 per person

The World of River Cruises

Only on a River Cruise will you be surrounded by ever-changing scenery right in the very heart of your destination. River Cruise ships often dock alongside the town centre, allowing you to start exploring the minute you walk off your ship. Why not start your River Cruise adventure today with Cumbria Cruises.

This Weeks latest river cruise offers from Cumbria Cruises

Page and Moy

MV Serenade I - Cruising the Romantic Road
9th September 2011, 8 days
Prices from only £1,199 per person

Viking River Cruises

Viking Schumann - Elegant Elbe
15 October 2011, 10 days
Prices from only £2,395 per person

AMA Waterways

Amadante - Europe's Rivers and Castles
6th November 2011, 8 days
Prices from only £1,354 per person

AMA Waterways

Amalegro - The Legendary Danube
11th November 2011, 8 days
Prices from only £1,290 per person

eWaterways

Royal Crown - The Historic Markets
28th November 2011, 4 days
Prices from only £393 per person

Discover Egypt

Viking Princess - Nile River Cruise
1st December 2011, 7 nights
Prices from only £699 per person

Viking River Cruises

Viking Helvetia - Majestic Rhine
4th December 2011, 8 days
Prices from only £1,395 per person

Page and Moy

MV Serenade I - Christmas Cruising the Rhine
22nd December 2011, 7 days
Prices from only £879 per person

Page and Moy

MV Serenade I - New Year Cruising the Rhine
28th December 2011, 6 days
Prices from only £749 per person

Page and Moy

MV Serenade I - Historic Towns of the Rhine & Moselle
23rd June 2012, 8 days
Prices from only £989 per person

River Cruising

A River cruise is a voyage along inland waterways.

River cruising is one of the fastest-growing trends in travel, perfect for experienced or novice travellers alike. Once you’re settled aboard your River Cruises ship, you’ll glide along the world’s most legendary rivers and watch the world come to you.

You’ll see exciting destinations in Europe, Russia & Ukraine, or China up close. With each of our trips, you’ll enjoy a varied itinerary and unparalleled opportunity to immerse yourself in local cultures and traditions and you’ll experience it all without the 'work' of travel.

Unlike a coach tour where you spend more time on the road than your destination, with River Cruises you’ll visit a port a day on virtually every itinerary. You’ll be surrounded by ever-changing scenery right in the heart of your destination. And your ship will often dock right in the town centre, allowing you to walk off your ship into the heart of your destination.

When you go onboard one of the modern, deluxe ships, you’ll find:

A knowledgeable Cruise Manager and English-speaking crew

The highest standards of friendly, attentive service

Fine gourmet dining featuring traditional favourites and regional specialties

Accommodation in outside, river-view cabins with private bathroom and shower

Beautifully appointed public areas with a single-seating restaurant, bar and lounge

During river cruises the countryside is usually in view, so they are especially relaxing to those who prefer land nearby. River cruises usually last from 7 to 15 days.

Many River Cruise Ships resemble five stars hotels, with sun decks, dining rooms, lounges, fitness facilities, swimming pools and other entertainment.

Most River Cruises have a variety of onboard and off board activities. The latter include guided tours to historic and cultural sites, visiting local attractions, museums and galleries, and other places of interest.

Just picture yourself cruising along the legendary rivers of some of the world's most fascinating countries. Before long, you no longer feel like a visitor as you become completely immersed in a different culture.

Nearly every port of call gives you opportunities to expand your journey through enriching shore excursions, which are often included with your cruise.

Where can you go on a River Cruise ?

Popular River Cruises include trips along the European waterways of the Rhine, Rhone, Seine, Danube and Elbe.  Plus cruises down the Nile in Egypt, and further a field you can cruise down the Yangtze in China.

Viking River Cruises

Viking River Cruises in Europe

Viking River Cruises

Viking River Cruises in China

Did you know ...

Fun facts about river cruising

In ancient times the Seine was known by the Latin name Sequana, meaning “sacred river.”