10 Best-Selling Europe River Cruises

Below are 10 of our best-selling river cruise itineraries in Europe, listed 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.

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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.

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.

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.

The Douro, Porto & Salamanca, 8 days with Riviera Travel -- In the Portugal region 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.

Windmills, Tulips & Belgian Delights, 8 days with Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours -- Holland's colorful blooms are on display on this springtime itinerary that includes a visit to Keukenhof Gardens, where nearly 7 million tulip bulbs are planted annually. Enjoy a craft beer and chocolate tasting in Antwerp, discover Hoorn on a cycling tour and see the windmills of Kinderdijk, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Enchanting Rhine, 8 days with AmaWaterways -- Enjoy your choice of excursions in each port of call, from a German beer tasting in Dusseldorf to a Black Forest hike and a stroll through Strasbourg's Petite France district.

Brilliant Bordeaux, 8 days with Uniworld Boutique River Cruises -- Sail along the Garonne and Dordogne rivers and 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.

Danube Dreams, 8 days with Avalon Waterways -- Explore Old World capitals like Vienna, Bratislava and Budapest on this itinerary. Also, visit Melk's 900-year-old Benedictine Abbey and walk the streets of Passau, lined with Roman, Baroque and Gothic architecture.

Jewels of the Rhine, 8 days with Emerald Cruises & Tours -- Highlights on this itinerary include a canal cruise in Amsterdam, a guided bike tour of Breisach and a private evening concert on the Rhine.

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.