Few travel experiences capture the magic of the season like a European Christmas Market river cruise. Picture twinkling lights reflected on the water, centuries-old town squares filled with wooden stalls, and the scent of mulled wine and roasted chestnuts in the air. As a travel advisor with a passion for river cruising, I often get asked: “How do I choose the right itinerary?”

If you’ve ever dreamed of wandering through cobblestoned streets, sipping local wines, hiking to ancient castles, and cruising past fairytale villages, Avalon Waterways' Danube Dreams itinerary is everything the name promises—and more.

Christmas in July Series: Amadeus Rhine Cruise with Amsterdam. Dreaming of Christmas in July? Or just looking for your next vacation? In this series we will be taking a look at some festive vacations with accompanying itineraries to give you some Christmas vacation inspo!

Why Amadeus River Cruises are a Smart and Stylish Choice for your next European river cruise. This hidden gem offers elegant ships, spacious accommodations and a more personalized approach exploring Europe's waterways.

Avalon Waterways-an outstanding river cruise choice When it comes to river cruising, finding the perfect blend of comfort, adventure, and thoughtful service is key—and Avalon Waterways delivers all that and more.

Why AmaWaterways Is a Top Choice for River Cruising

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Avalon Waterways river cruise aboard the Avalon Passion offers excellent service and amenities.

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Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps river cruise continues through the magical storybook vistas of the Rhine Gorge.

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I recently had an incredible opportunity to experience Tulip Time in Amsterdam at the 2024 ASTA River Cruise Expo and a river cruise with...

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This profile of AmaWaterways will help you decide if it's the right river cruise line for you.

**NOTE: The original date for this river cruise is now unavailable. The itinerary is the same but our NEW date is October 9, 2024 and the...

River cruising offers a wonderful way to explore the interior of a country and see small towns and villages along the way. Well-known...

Have you dreamed of exploring a far off destination but feel intimidated or scared by the language, the culture, the planning process?...