10 Best-Selling River Cruises

Below are 10 of our best-selling river cruise itineraries, listed below in no particular order.

On these vacations, you'll glide along scenic and historic waterways on a comfortable ship, enjoying river-view staterooms, superb dining and personalized service. Daily excursions ashore and onboard entertainment and enrichment activities are generally included in the upfront rate.

To see departure dates and rates on these popular trips, click the links below.

Romantic Rhine, 8 days with Avalon Waterways -- Classic highlights of this itinerary include the picturesque Rhine Gorge, Heidelberg Castle and Strasbourg's pedestrian-friendly old quarter. You'll also visit intriguing spots like a museum devoted to mechanical musical instruments.

Danube Delights, 8 days with Emerald Cruises & Tours -- Take in stunning views of the Danube banks from Gellert Hill, have afternoon coffee and cake with a Slovakian family in Bratislava, cruise through the scenic Wachau Valley and hike to the medieval ruins of Durnstein Castle.

Paris & the Heart of Normandy, 8 days with Viking -- Cruise the Seine River round trip from Paris. Featured attractions include the imposing castle ruins of Chateau Gaillard, Claude Monet's gardens in Giverny and World War II landmarks in Normandy.

Columbia & Snake Rivers, 9 days with American Cruise Lines -- Discover the Pacific Northwest's rugged beauty along the Columbia River Gorge, see the volcanic landscapes surrounding Mount St. Helens and visit sites associated with explorers Lewis and Clark.

The Douro, Porto & Salamanca, 8 days with Riviera Travel -- In Portugal's Douro Valley, famed for its fortified wines, guests participate in tastings at quintas (traditional wine estates). You'll also travel to the Spanish university town of Salamanca.

Rhine Highlights, 8 days with Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours -- Explore Amsterdam's canals, visit medieval Cochem and Reichsburg Castle, and enjoy time in elegant Baden-Baden, renowned for its historic thermal baths.

Brilliant Bordeaux, 8 days with Uniworld Boutique River Cruises -- Sail along the Garonne and Dordogne rivers and the Gironde estuary in southwest France and learn about the rich heritage of towns like Saint-Emilion and Blaye. Enjoy wine tastings, visit grand chateaux and sample local delicacies.

Romantic Danube, 8 days with AmaWaterways -- Immerse yourself in Central Europe's history with your choice of daily excursions. You might hike up to Bratislava's iconic hilltop castle, enjoy a Bavarian beer tasting in Passau or explore Vienna's imperial architecture.

Grand European Tour, 15 days with Viking -- See the sights along the Rhine, Main and Danube rivers on a panoramic sailing between Amsterdam and Budapest. Guided tours reveal the history and culture of Vienna, Regensburg, Cologne and other cities.

Lower Mississippi River Cruise, 9 days with American Cruise Lines -- Travelers cruise the lower Mississippi River between Memphis and New Orleans, learning about Vicksburg's role in the Civil War, exploring sites along the historic Natchez Trace and visiting the grand estate of Oak Alley.