Although equally as luxurious, river cruising allows guests to travel into the heart of smaller, more intimate destinations onboard smaller ships. The slower pace of river cruising allows for deeper exploration of each destination, often including guided excursions to cultural and historical sites.
Moreover, the ships often dock in the city centre, providing easy access to local attractions.
Average passengers: 200
Typical destinations: Europe’s Danube, Rhine, Seine and Douro, Africa’s Chobe and Nile, and South America’s Colombia and Amazon
Cruise lines: AmaWaterways, Uniworld Boutique River Cruises & Scenic Cruises