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 Europe's 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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Danube Delights, 8 days with Emerald Cruises -- 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.

Rhine Getaway, 8 days with Viking -- On a route between Amsterdam and Basel, you'll visit 700-year-old Marksburg Castle, the Alsatian city of Strasbourg and the historic town of Speyer with its imposing cathedral.

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.

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

Gems of the Danube, 8 days with Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours -- Guests can choose from a variety of included excursions on this itinerary. In Vienna, tour opulent Schonbrunn Palace or enjoy a cycling excursion to Danube Island. In Melk, visit the 900-year-old Benedictine Abbey or sample wines and regional delicacies.

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 whimsical spots like a museum devoted to mechanical musical instruments.

The Douro, Porto & Salamanca, 8 days with Riviera River Cruises -- 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.

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 more.

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

Paris & Normandy, 8 days with AmaWaterways -- Cruise the Seine River round trip from Paris. Featured attractions include Chateau Gaillard in Les Andelys and Claude Monet's home and gardens in Giverny. In Normandy, you can tour World War II landmarks or visit historic abbeys in the region.