When you book a river cruise with Great Rail Journeys you can depend on award-winning travel expertise, excellent customer service and a great overall experience, on a tour which takes in the highlights of each European river.

Travel in comfort, enjoying exceptional dining, elegant cabins and world-class hospitality. When you sail with us, your river cruise includes all meals, excursions, and a free drinks package with dinner every night of your cruise. Plus, our complimentary luggage service makes the journey stress-free.

A UK Tour Manager escorts you to and from the ship, while an onboard Cruise Manager is available 24/7 taking care of everything and assisting you with anything you may need. Browse our prestigious collection and discover your perfect Europe river cruise. We look forward to welcoming you aboard.

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Explore Europe's Rivers

Join us on an expert cruise along one of Europe's magnificent rivers.

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Why choose a Great Rail Journeys river cruise

Experience luxurious ships and incredible excursions with our cruise experts.

Supported every step of the way Incredible excursions included Experience five-star service Relax aboard our luxury ships Award-winning holiday provider Travel options to suit you Door-to-door luggage

Supported every step of the way

For 50 years we have been creating itineraries that take the hassle out of holidays. On a GRJ river cruise, you will be escorted by a Tour Manager from St Pancras to your ship, where a fantastic Cruise Director will be waiting to assist throughout your cruise.

Incredible excursions included

Our holidays include an amazing selection of excursions that are all included in the price upfront - from guided tours with local guides to cultural experiences and entrance to magnificent attractions, unforgettable moments await!

Experience five-star service

Each of our exclusively chartered ships is staffed by a friendly and attentive crew who are committed to providing impeccable service. Enjoy excellent meals prepared by our onboard chefs using fresh, quality ingredients and savour the included drinks package.

Relax aboard our luxury ships

Our luxurious chartered ships offer the ultimate river cruising experience, with elegant facilities and some of the largest cabins sailing Europe's rivers. Unwinding in the lounge or admiring the scenery from the sun deck - our ships offer unbeatable comfort.

Award-winning holiday provider

As well as more than 82% of our customers saying they would travel with us again, we're also proud to have been honoured in recent years by the Times, Telegraph and Which - and were recognised in 2025 by the British Travel Awards.

Travel options to suit you

Our river cruise holidays offer fantastic variety - with options to travel to your cruise by rail or plane, and Tour & Cruise packages combining epic rail journeys with a relaxing cruise, you can choose a holiday that works for you.

Door-to-door luggage

Enjoy hassle-free travel with our complimentary luggage service, unique to GRJ. See multiple locations and only unpack once when you sail with us. With our door-to-cabin luggage service, your case will be waiting for you aboard our ship and returned home when your cruise ends.

Types of River Cruise

However you want to explore Europe, we offer a range of options which give you flexibility over your holiday. Choose between travelling to our exclusive cruise ships by rail or air, or extend your trip by experiencing iconic rail journeys on an escorted tour.

Rail & River Cruise

Tour & River Cruise

Fly & River Cruise

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Our River Cruise Ships

Our exclusively chartered ships offer the ultimate river cruising experience for fewer than 200 passengers. Enjoy spacious and elegant facilities, and some of the largest cabins sailing Europe's rivers.

Our ships are hand-picked for their contemporary style and laid-back luxury, with an attentive crew at hand, always ready to help. Your holiday is fully-escorted and with complimentary luggage transfers you can also travel lightly. What's more, you can expect an excellent standard of cuisine from our onboard chefs, who prepare locally-inspired food from fresh ingredients, from dawn to dusk.

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Indulge with Our Inclusive Drinks Package

Our inclusive drinks package is designed to let you focus on enjoying yourself. On all our River cruises, you can help yourself to complimentary coffee and tea onboard at any time, and each evening, dinner is served with a selection of complimentary drinks. This includes branded soft drinks and a house draft beer. What really sets our drinks package apart is the regional and local wines from the renowned wineries nestled in the different wine-producing areas of Europe that we visit. Explore the diverse world of European wines and enjoy varieties that perfectly enhance the flavours of each region's cuisine. After a day of river adventure, savour the enchanting scenery and raise a glass with like-minded travellers and new friends.

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Award-winning rail journeys and luxury cruise experiences

Telegraph Travel Awards

British Travel Awards

Times Travel Awards

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