Now on the river
Introducing River Cruises. A new way to travel with Trafalgar. Unlock the rivers of Europe, where local perspectives, warm hosting and real connection meet effortless comfort. With seamless service, unrivalled land experiences and the need to only unpack once, this is travel made easy and unforgettable.
Sailing from April 2026
With Christmas Markets itineraries sailing from November through December 2026
River Cruise Differently.
Cherished memories have been created for over five million happy Trafalgar guests and counting. And now the same local connections, iconic sights and seamless service are brought to the rivers of Europe.
On carefully crafted river cruise itineraries along the Rhine and Danube – including seasonal sailings to Europe’s mostloved Christmas markets – you’ll connect to the heart of every destination. Enjoy an exceptional onboard experience paired with expertly guided shore experiences from the brand that’s been setting the standard in land experiences for decades.
What you'll love
With Trafalgar, get a richer, more joyful river cruise experience at an exceptional price.
What's included
• Experience Director, Experience Manager and ship crew
• Be My Guest and MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences
• Many Included Experiences and local tours, offering something new each day
• Buffet-style breakfast and lunches, à la carte dinner – all including local flavours
• Wine, beer and soft drinks included with lunch and dinner
• Teatime during an afternoon sailing
• Onboard lounges to relax, socialise or play games
• Onboard gym, sundeck and bar
• Onboard entertainment
• Audio headsets for guided tours
• Bicycles for use on land
• Onboard amenities like self-service laundry
Sails with stories
Storytelling has always been at the heart of meaningful travel. Stays with Stories connected guests to each destination through unforgettable overnight hotel stays. Now, that same magic comes to the rivers of Europe with Sails with Stories.
Each ship has a story to tell, through its design, its soul and the memories made onboard. Your ship becomes your floating hotel, as you unpack once and journey effortlessly through Europe’s most iconic rivers.
Trafalgar Reverie
Best of the Danube, Danube Christmas Markets
Welcome aboard Trafalgar Reverie where jewel-bright greens, cosy browns and chic black-and-white interiors set the scene. All staterooms offer river views and every corner of the ship invites you to unwind as the beauty of the Danube unfolds before you.
Quick Facts
Double occupancy capacity 128 Crew 39
Passenger Decks 3
River-view Staterooms (total) 64
River-view Staterooms with French balcony 18
River-view Suites 4
Trafalgar Verity
Best of the Rhine and Amsterdam, Rhine Christmas Markets
Trafalgar Verity is truly unique, with a 1930s steamship exterior and elegant Art Deco interiors. Expect richly textured blue-and-white décor, marble bathrooms, inspiring artwork and the only working fireplace on Europe's rivers. All staterooms offer river views and every detail of this ship invites you to enjoy the Rhine in comfort.
Quick Facts
Double occupancy capacity 128 Crew 39
Passenger Decks 3
River-view Staterooms (total) 64
River-view Staterooms with French balcony 22
River-view Suites 4
Get to the heart of every destination
With carefully chosen Included and Optional Experiences, you’ll dive deep into local culture and uncover stories that make each stop special. And with land experiences no other river cruise operator can match, you’ll enjoy the expert guidance and local access Trafalgar is known for, now on the rivers of Europe.
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience
Dine with the Saahs family at Weingut Nikolaihof
Wachau, Austria
Meet Mrs Saahs and her family at Weingut Nikolaihof, one of Austria’s oldest wineries. You’ll enjoy a homemade lunch featuring fresh organic produce from the gardens, while soaking up the warm hospitality and history of this family-run estate.
Experience on Best of the Danube
Vinegar Production at Weinessiggut Doktorenhof
Speyer, Germany
Discover a unique side of the Palatinate wine region with a vinegar tasting. Using premium wines and traditional methods, the Wiedemann family crafts artisanal vinegars with herbs and fruits, all produced sustainably with natural materials. Experience on Best of the Rhine and Amsterdam
Explore Strasbourg with Christmas Markets
Strasbourg, France
Step into Strasbourg’s storybook old town, where half-timbered houses and a soaring cathedral set the festive scene. Stroll through one of Europe’s oldest Christmas markets, a wonderland of handcrafted ornaments, lights and local treats. Experience on Rhine Christmas Markets
Be My Guest
Trafalgar Reverie Suite
River Cruise visiting Germany, Austria, Slovakia and Hungary
Best of the Danube
8 Days (7-Night River Cruise on Trafalgar Reverie) | 4 Countries | 20 Meals
Parliament of Budapest, Hungary
Cruise the Danube and uncover a mix of history, culture and local traditions. Visit Budapest’s Heroes’ Square, stroll through Bratislava’s medieval Old Town and enjoy a taste of Vienna’s famous Sachertorte. Enjoy lively evenings on board, sharing stories over regional wines and soak up the ever-changing scenery. This Danube river cruise offers you the perfect mix of discovery, fun and relaxation on one of Europe’s most iconic rivers.
Included highlights and must-sees
Explore with Local Specialists | Budapest, Vienna, Spitz, Linz, Passau
Visit Must-see Landmarks | Fisherman’s Bastion and Heroes’ Square in Budapest, Michael’s Gate in Bratislava
View Must-see Landmarks | Matthias Church in Budapest, St. Martin’s Cathedral and the Old Town Hall in Bratislava, the State Opera House and the Austrian Parliament Building in Vienna
One-of-a-kind Experiences | Be My Guest Lunch with the Saahs family at Austria's oldest winery
Travel Responsibly | MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience delving into life behind the Iron Curtain in Bratislava
Your Ship Trafalgar Reverie
Be inspired by the bold, characterful design. Settle in with a book, catch up with new friends or sip cocktails in the lounge or bar. Then, be entertained with a host of live performances and activities.
2026 definite departure dates
Choose to start your river cruise in either Passau or Budapest. Budapest to Passau Passau to Budapest APR 18 AUG 8, 22 APR 11, 25 AUG 1, 15, 29 MAY 2, 16, 30 SEP 5, 19 MAY 9, 23 SEP 12, 26 JUN 13, 27 OCT 3, 17 JUN 6, 20 OCT 10, 24 JUL 11, 25 JUL 4, 18
River Cruise visiting The Netherlands, Germany, France and Switzerland
Best of the Rhine and Amsterdam
Voyage through the heart of Europe on a Rhine river cruise, where history, culture and riverside landscapes meet. Explore Amsterdam’s canals, stand beneath the towering spires of Cologne Cathedral and stroll through Strasbourg’s old town. On board, enjoy lively evenings and soak up the ever-changing scenery as you cruise through the romantic Middle Rhine, surrounded by steep vineyards, medieval castles and half-timbered towns.
Included highlights and must-sees
Explore with Local Specialists | Cologne, Koblenz, Speyer, Strasbourg, Breisach
Visit Must-see Landmarks | Airborne Museum in Hartenstein, Rheinstein Castle near Koblenz, German Corner in Koblenz
View Must-see Landmarks | Cologne Cathedral in Cologne, the Drosselgasse in Rüdesheim, Holy Trinity Church in Speyer, the Petite France district and the Cathedral in Strasbourg
One-of-a-kind Experiences | Be My Guest Lunch with the Bohrer family at Bohrerhof farm
Travel Responsibly | A MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at a Vinegar Estate
10 Days (2-Night Amsterdam Hotel Stay, 7-Night River Cruise on Trafalgar Verity) | 4 Countries | 24 Meals 2026 definite departure dates
Your Ship Trafalgar Verity
Relax in the stylish lounge, in the bar or on the deck. Enjoy live entertainment and activities from regional performances to inhouse baking demonstrations.
Choose
Duetsche Eck (German Corner), Koblenz, Germany
River Cruise
Danube Christmas Markets
8 Days (7-Night River Cruise on Trafalgar Reverie) | 4 Countries | 20 Meals
Cruise the Danube and uncover a mix of history, culture and local traditions wrapped in the spirit of the season. Visit Budapest’s Fisherman's Bastion, stroll through Bratislava’s medieval Old Town, browse Europe’s favourite Christmas markets, and see Vienna’s historic landmarks.
Included highlights and must-sees
Explore with Local Specialists | Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Krems an der Donau, Linz, Passau
Must-see Landmarks | Visit Fisherman’s Bastion and Heroes’ Square in Budapest and Michael’s Gate in Bratislava. View Matthias Church in Budapest, St. Martin’s Cathedral and the Old Town Hall in Bratislava, the State Opera House and the Austrian Parliament Building in Vienna
Christmas Markets | Visit traditional European Christmas Markets in Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Krems, Linz and Passau
One-of-a-kind Experiences | A tasting and Be My Guest lunch with the head brewers of one of Bratislava’s most celebrated microbreweries
Travel Responsibly | A MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience delving into life behind the Iron Curtain in Bratislava
Christmas Markets
Discover Europe’s favourite Christmas markets like the Christkindlmarkt in Vienna, Austria. With over 150 wooden stalls, you’ll love to explore and taste the festive treats, all set against the magical glow of the illuminated City Hall.
2026
definite departure dates
Choose to start your river cruise in either Passau or Budapest. Passau to Budapest Budapest to Passau
DEC 2, 16 NOV 25 DEC 9
Visit trafalgar.com/christmas_danube for today's price,
and space availability.
Visit historic Linz, Austria, with Christmas market
River Cruise visiting Germany, France and
Rhine Christmas Markets
8 Days (7-Night River Cruise on Trafalgar Verity) | 3 Countries | 20 Meals
Sail through the heart of Europe on a festive journey along the Rhine. Explore storybook towns, twinkling Christmas markets and local traditions from Düsseldorf to Basel. With guided walks, seasonal tastes and optional experiences along the way, this river cruise blends cultural highlights with the magic of the holidays.
Included highlights and must-sees
Explore with Local Specialists | Cologne, Koblenz, Speyer, Strasbourg and Basel
Must-see Landmarks | German Corner in Koblenz. View Cologne Cathedral, the Drosselgasse in Rüdesheim, Holy Trinity Church in Speyer, the Petite France district and the Cathedral in Strasbourg
Christmas Markets | Visit traditional European Christmas Markets in Cologne, Rüdesheim, Koblenz, Mainz, Speyer, Strasbourg and Basel
One-of-a-kind Experiences | A Be My Guest lunch with the Breuer family at their traditional weingasthaus in Rüdesheim. Enjoy seasonal specialities, local wine and live music
Travel Responsibly | A MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at Doktorenhof, a private vinegar estate near Speyer
Christmas Markets
Along the Rhine, you’ll visit all the best Christmas markets. In Rüdesheim, Germany, ride a mini train through cobbled streets and vineyards and see the festive timber framed houses, then explore its charming Christmas market.
2026 definite departure dates
Choose to start your river cruise in either Düsseldorf or Basel. Düsseldorf to Basel Basel to Düsseldorf
DEC 2, 16 NOV 25 DEC 9
Visit trafalgar.com/christmas_rhine for today's price, trip extensions and space availability.
See Cologne Cathedral in Germany and visit the Christmas market
The best of Europe's rivers unlocked
Local perspectivess and real connection
With a Be My Guest and MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience on every sailing, you’ll connect with locals and support responsible travel while enjoying warm, personalised hosting. Your Experience Director and Experience Manager will be your trusted duo for local stories, fun and seamless support, making sure you feel truly looked after, every step of the way.
Discovery meets effortless comfort
Your ships are designed with human connection at heart, with inviting social spaces to spark new friendships, quiet corners for alone time, and river experiences that bring people together. With Trafalgar as your single trusted travel brand, everything is taken care of—from planning and logistics to additional Optional Experiences—so all you have to do is enjoy the journey.
