River Cruises

Explore the world of river cruising with CruiseNews coverage of the ships, destinations, and experiences that make these journeys unique. From Europe’s historic waterways to emerging routes in Asia and the Americas, we report on river cruise lines, new ships, itinerary highlights, and onboard life. Whether you’re comparing river cruise brands or planning your first sailing, our reporting helps passengers understand what to expect on the rivers.

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Transcend Cruises Names MS Connect, First River Ship Built Only for Charters

Transcend Cruises named MS Connect on August 3 in Dordrecht, Netherlands, putting into service the first river cruise ship built…
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Century Cruises’ New Flagship Century Vision Brings Bigger Ship & Family Suites to Yangtze

Century Cruises will introduce Century Vision, its newest Yangtze River ship, in 2026. It’s the biggest addition in years to…
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Uniworld Doubles Its Mekong Fleet in 2028, Part of 3-Ship Expansion

Uniworld Boutique River Cruises will add a second ship in Southeast Asia in 2028. The Mekong Mystique joins the Mekong…
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A Gay Traveler’s Honest Take on the Emerald Dawn Rhine & Moselle

First off, you can’t say “Wienerschnitzel” to a gay man. I know… technically it’s Austrian. But when you’re cruising through…
River Cruises

Viking Announces Two New Passion Play River Itineraries For 2030

Viking has announced two new itineraries in 2030, which include stops in Oberammergau, Germany and preferred seating at the Passion Play.
River Cruises

Century Cruises Sets Sept. Debut for 1st European River Ship

Century Cruises shared that its first purpose-built European river ship, Century Star, will begin cruising this September. According to the…
River Cruises

Celebrity River Cruises Reveals Pre and Post-Cruise Land Tours

Celebrity River Cruises has revealed its first collection of pre and post-cruise land tours in Europe, called Before and After Stays.
River Cruises

AmaWaterways Offers First Look at AmaRudi, Europe’s Largest River Cruise Ship

AmaWaterways has revealed a first look at AmaRudi, its upcoming double-width river ship that will sail the Danube River.
River Cruises

Scenic Is Bringing Aura to India’s Hooghly River in 2027

Scenic is expanding its presence in South Asia with a new collection of India and Sri Lanka journeys centered on…
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Viking Details New Land Experiences on European Rivers

Viking has revealed a selection of new excursions and pre- and post-cruise land extensions on its river cruises in Europe.