We found Scenic to be excellent. Their entire staff, from the captain to the cabin crew, were exceptionally professional, courteous and welcoming. Our butler, Stefan, provided cheerful assistance. Food was very good. Side trips were planned out well. Another good thing was the small number of passengers which lent itself to lots of new acquaintances.
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Wine & Culinary River Adventure
Pacific Northwest
Pull out the corks for this river cruise that features Pacific Northwest wineries, chef demonstrations, and an onboard sommelier, plus, hand-crafted meals and pairings, exclusive brewery and winery tours, on-foot exploration, and a week of relaxation on the sweeping landscape of the Columbia and Snake Rivers. (7 nights from $4,195 per person, roundtrip from Portland, OR)
Nile River Cruises
A Nile River cruise is a wonderful and relaxing way to visit the ancient monuments, tombs and sites on an Egypt tour. With the heat of the day, you'll relish the breeze during your cruise, and the comforts onboard. It is important to book the right boat that offer good cuisine and quality guides. We can arrange your trip.
Jewish Heritage
On the Rhine-Main Discovery cruise with Munich, enjoy Jewish Heritage exclusive or private excursions and activities in combination with a 7-night Uniworld river cruise and two nights in Munich. Visit historic Jewish sites and museums, synagogues, plus onboard lectures on the history of Europe's Jews. Contact us for more information or for group arrangements.
Ultimate France River Cruise
Combine three France river cruise itineraries, on three different ships, for a unique 22-day vacation on the Seine, Rhone, Dordogne and Garonne rivers. Journey from Paris to the Norman countryside, then to the lush vineyards of Bordeaux, followed by the gourmet capital of Lyon, and voyaging on the Rhone to Arles. (from $10,999, March thru October)
More About River Cruises
When is the best time to take a European river cruise?, which are the most popular itineraries?
The season is nearly 10 months of the year, and a river cruise in Europe offers different experiences depending on when you visit. The holiday Christmas market cruises in fall are certainly popular, and while the weather in Europe is colder, the wintry chill, wine, glog and good cheer offers a festive time unlike any other season.
Weather also affects Europe's river cruises. There is flooding of the rivers to contend with at times, or low water levels that don't permit the river cruise boats to transit their entire itinerary. In that instance river cruise lines use motorcoaches to provide sightseeing to guests. The most popular time for Europe river cruises is considered to be May, September and October.
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