Brand-New River Cruises

Below are several brand-new river cruise itineraries that will be making their debut this year. For departure dates, rates and day-to-day sightseeing details, click the links below.

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AmaWaterways

Celebration of Classical Music (8 or 11 days) -- On a musical journey along the Danube, visit cities where famed musicians like Strauss and Mozart lived, composed and performed, such as Vienna, Budapest and Bratislava. Enjoy a variety of live performances throughout the trip.

Seven River Journey (46 or 47 days) -- This panoramic itinerary sails through fourteen fascinating European countries. Guests enjoy exclusive amenities and experiences tailored toward the season.

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American Cruise Lines

Tennessee Rivers Cruise (8 days) -- Cruise through the beautiful Tennessee Valley from the Appalachian Mountains to the Land Between the Lakes, stopping in cities like Nashville and Chattanooga.

National Parks & Legendary Rivers (15 days) -- Follow the famed route traveled by Lewis & Clark on an 8-day cruise along the Columbia and Snake rivers, then spend seven days exploring Glacier, Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks on a land tour.

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American Queen Voyages

Midwestern Passage (9 days) -- Discover the treasures of the Ohio and Mississippi rivers on an itinerary that includes time in Lousiville, Cape Girardeau and St. Louis.

Cincinnati to Nashville (9 days) -- This classic riverboat cruise stops in quaint towns rich in history and culture. Visit the National Quilt Museum in Paducah, tour the Fort Donelson River Batteries in Dover or enjoy the Otter Creek walking trails in Brandenburg.

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Avalon Waterways

The Best of the Rhine (5 to 9 days) -- Pass through the dramatic Rhine Gorge, where picturesque castles stand on cliffs 400 feet above the water, and visit popular cities along the river like Strasbourg, France, home to the charming La Petite France district, and Breisach, Germany, gateway to the Black Forest.

CroisiEurope

Paris, Medieval France & the Romance of Fontainebleau (7 days) -- This Seine River cruise includes a tour of the Palace of Fontainebleau and its stunning gardens, a visit to the artist village of Barbizon and an excursion to the fortified medieval town of Provins, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Holiday Cheer Along the Elbe River (5 days) -- Yuletide spirit abounds on this festive holiday cruise. Explore world-famous Christmas markets and tour Prague's Old Town, Nelahozeves Castle and Dresden's opera house.

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Gate 1 Travel

Holland & Belgium Springtime River Cruise (9 to 14 days) -- This Dutch itinerary includes a panoramic tour of Amsterdam and a canal cruise, a visit to the windmill park in Kinderdijk and a tasty excursion to the historical Woerden Cheese Warehouse.

Riviera River Cruises

Lyon, Provencal Rhone & the Camargue River Cruise (11 days) -- From the fine wines of Burgundy to France's gastronomic capital of Lyon, this cruise is filled with southern France delights. Stop by an olive farm, sample local wines in a chateau and explore the beautiful Ardeche Gorges.

Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours

Charming Castles & Vineyards of the Rhine & Moselle (8 days) -- Outings on this sailing include a guided hike in Rudesheim, a bike ride along the Moselle River, a private classical concert in Trier and visits to majestic Reichsburg and Burg Eltz castles.

Uniworld Boutique River Cruises

Rhine River Valley (8 days) -- Explore Frankfurt's old town, visit the Wurzburg Residence, bike past vineyards in the heart of Franconian wine country and take a treetop hike in Bamberg on this vacation.

Magnificent Moselle & Rhine (10 days) -- See Cochem's castle-dotted hillsides, enjoy the healing qualities of Baden-Baden's thermal waters and discover the picturesque wine-making villages of Bernkastel and Boppard.

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Viking River Cruises

Lyon, Provence & the Rhineland (15 days) -- Medieval towns, historic cities and grand cathedrals are on display on this cruise. Sample the Middle Rhine's renowned white wines, enjoy a festive German dinner in Rudesheim and learn to make a Black Forest cake in Breisach.

Capitals of Eastern Europe (17 days) -- This comprehensive itinerary visits five capital cities. Take in Bucharest's old world charm, Bratislava's grand palaces, Budapest's vibrant culture, Vienna's musical heritage and Belgrade's storied history.

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