How much is a European riverboat cruise?

Europe River Cruise Prices Fares start at about $200 per person, per night, for budget-priced river cruises and range up to $500 per person, per night, for an all-inclusive luxury experience. Cruise tours typically span seven to 21 nights. Seven-night Rhine or Danube cruises are the most affordable.

Are riverboat cruises operating in Europe?

Luxury river cruise operator Uniworld Boutique River Cruises stated it plans to restart operations in mid-May, with sailings on Portugal’s Douro, followed by cruises in the rest of Europe from June onwards; while Avalon Waterways is planning to resume a full program of sailings in July.

Where do European river cruises go?

European River Cruises

  • Danube River Cruises.
  • Rhine River Cruises.
  • Elbe River Cruises.
  • Main River Cruises.
  • Douro River Cruises.
  • Seine River Cruises.
  • Moselle River Cruises.
  • Rhône River Cruises.

How do I get the best deal on a European river cruise?

Here are nine tips to help you get the best value out of your river cruise:

  1. Book early for selection or book late for discounts.
  2. Ask questions about what’s included.
  3. Consider opting for a “French balcony” for more space.
  4. Compare apples to apples.
  5. You can save by booking a lower deck cabin.
  6. Organize a group and save.

Are Viking River Cruises expensive?

If you’ve cruised before, you know that Viking cruises are…well, expensive. You can expect to pay several thousand dollars for your trip (although rates vary greatly by route and month), which seems costly compared to the $500-600 rates you’d find from other cruise companies.

Will there be European river cruises in 2021?

Uniworld Boutique River Cruises is among several river cruise lines planning to restart their Europe sailings this summer. With Europe set to reopen to Americans, rolling along the Danube, Seine, or Douro River just became a very real possibility for summer 2021.

What is a French balcony on river cruise?

This is why many savvy river cruisers opt for a “French balcony” instead of an “outside balcony.” A French balcony is a glass door or wall-to-wall window (here’s an example) that opens to give you fresh air and the feel of a veranda, minus the outside floor, tables, and chairs.

Can you get seasick on a river cruise?

Will you feel “seasick” on a river cruise? It’s highly unlikely, but if you suffer from motion sickness, install yourself in the lounge and read a good book while transiting the locks, or sit out on the Sun Deck if weather allows and you’ll do just fine!