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CroisiEurope River Cruise Fleet

Sail Europe’s Iconic Waterways with Comfort, Culture & Scenic Shores

Discover castle-lined valleys, vineyard terraces, and storied capitals aboard CroisiEurope. From the Rhine and Danube to the Douro and the Seine, these French, family-run river specialists pair panoramic views with curated shore time and relaxed, all-inclusive hospitality on board.

Cruising with CroisiEurope

• 🛳️ ~50 ships & barges across Europe
• 🛏️ Choice of staterooms & suites: panoramic windows, French balconies, and full balconies on select ships
• 🍷 All-inclusive on board: all meals and drinks at meals and in the bar (house brands)
• 📶 Complimentary Wi‑Fi on board (where available)
• 🚌 Daily guided excursions available (packages vary by itinerary)
• 🌱 Innovative paddle-wheelers for shallow waters (Loire & Elbe)
• 👨‍👩‍👧 Family offers on select summer sailings

Meet the Fleet

Each CroisiEurope ship offers its own style and setting. Explore highlights below and click through for complete details.

Top Regions

• 🏰 Rhine & Moselle — Storybook castles, steep vineyards, half‑timbered towns
• 🎼 Upper & Lower Danube — Vienna, Budapest, Wachau Valley, Iron Gates
• 🍇 Douro — Terraced wine country, Pinhão, Porto
• 🎨 Seine — Paris to Normandy, Monet’s Giverny, D‑Day beaches
• 🌿 Rhône & Saône — Lyon gastronomy, Provence lavender, Roman heritage
• 🏛️ Elbe — Berlin–Prague corridor via modern paddle‑wheel ships

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Rivers & Routes

From fairy‑tale fortresses on the Rhine and baroque capitals along the Danube to sun‑drenched quintas on the Douro and châteaux on the Loire, CroisiEurope balances marquee sights with local gems — often on routes only their paddle‑wheelers can navigate.

The Mekong River

Flowing nearly 4,900 km through China, Myanmar, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam, the Mekong River is a lifeline of Southeast Asia—an ever-changing panorama of floating markets, stilted villages, pagodas, and lush riverbanks. Cruises here combine gentle scenic sailing with rich cultural immersion, giving travelers effortless access to UNESCO sites, vibrant street food scenes, and centuries-old traditions along one of the world’s great waterways.

🚢RV Indochine

The RV Indochine is an elegant colonial-style vessel that accommodates 48 guests in 24 air‑conditioned cabins, pairing exotic wood interiors with modern comforts. Guests enjoy panoramic dining, a sundeck lounge, and massage services on culturally immersive Mekong itineraries through Vietnam and Cambodia.

🚢RV Indochine II

Carrying up to 62 guests in 31 cabins—most with private balconies—Indochine II seamlessly blends colonial charm with contemporary amenities, including a swimming pool, lounge/bar, and a massage service. Its Mekong programs range from classic 9‑day routes to extended journeys that showcase Vietnam and Cambodia’s iconic cities, temples, and floating markets.

🚢RV Toum Tiou II

An intimate 28‑guest ship with 14 twin cabins, Toum Tiou II offers a cozy colonial ambiance with an open‑air lounge, enclosed restaurant, and a small onboard library. Sailing the Mekong, it delivers authentic close‑to‑shore experiences with riverside villages, tropical scenery, and day‑to‑day life along Vietnam and Cambodia’s waterways.

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The Douro River

Winding from Spain into northern Portugal, the Douro River carves through a UNESCO‑listed valley of terraced vineyards, quintas (wine estates), and golden gorges—a dreamscape for slow travel and Port wine lovers. River cruises pair sun‑splashed scenic sailing with tastings, historic towns like Porto, Régua, and Lamego, and lock passages that reveal the valley’s dramatic topography.

🚢 MS Amália Rodrigues

A 2019‑launched Superior ship for 131 guests, MS Amália Rodrigues offers 66 modern cabins (including four suites) and Portuguese‑inspired interiors with a sun‑deck pool, lounge/bar, and elegant restaurant. Six‑ to eight‑day itineraries showcase Porto, the Douro Valley, and Salamanca, blending Iberian culture, wine routes, and sweeping river views.

🚢 MS Miguel Torga

Hosting up to 132 passengers in 66 cabins—many with French balconies—MS Miguel Torga features a panoramic lounge/bar, spacious restaurant, and a sun‑deck pool for relaxed Douro cruising. Its 6–8-day programs explore Porto, the Douro Valley, and Spain’s Salamanca, with stops in Guimarães, Lamego, and Afurada for culture and cuisine.

🚢 MS Gil Eanes

Purpose‑built in 2015 for the Douro, MS Gil Eanes carries 132 guests in 66 cabins (including four suites), with French balconies on upper/middle decks and inviting social spaces plus a plunge pool. Scenic 6–8 day routes link Porto with Salamanca via Régua and Vega de Terrón, highlighting UNESCO towns, cathedrals, and Port Wine Route tastings.

🚢 MS Infante Don Henrique

Designed for Douro discovery, MS Infante Don Henrique accommodates 138 guests in 71 cabins with large windows, complemented by a main‑deck restaurant, lounge/bar, and a sun‑deck pool. Itineraries span Porto, Lamego, Guimarães, Afurada, and Salamanca, with options for vineyard walks and nature trails in the Douro’s scenic parks.

🚢 MS Fernão de Magalhães

The MS Fernão de Magalhães is a 75‑meter, 71‑cabin ship that welcomes up to 138 guests with bright cabins (some upper‑deck terraces), a refined restaurant, a lounge/bar with dance floor, and a sun‑deck pool. Two core itineraries cover Porto & the Douro Valley and an extended route into Spain via Vega de Terrón, with calls at Ferradosa, Pinhão, and Régua.

🚢 MS Vasco de Gama

Carrying 138 passengers in 70 cabins, MS Vasco de Gama offers modern comforts, panoramic upper‑deck views (with select private terraces), a stylish restaurant, a lounge/bar with dance floor, and a sun‑deck pool. Cruises include Porto & the Douro Valley, cross‑border journeys to Salamanca, and Lisbon‑to‑Porto programs for a rich blend of wine, history, and scenery.

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The Seine River

Meandering from Burgundy through Paris to Normandy, the Seine threads past grand boulevards, medieval spires, Impressionist gardens, and chalk‑cliff panoramas before meeting the Channel near Honfleur. Cruises combine effortless city‑to‑coast sightseeing with château visits, Monet’s Giverny, Rouen’s Gothic gems, and seasonal sailings that showcase France’s art, history, and cuisine.

🚢 MS Seine Princess

Accommodating 138 guests in 67 cabins, MS Seine Princess pairs a panoramic restaurant and a lounge/bar with a dance floor with ample sun‑deck space for relaxed river viewing. Itineraries span Paris–Honfleur, with stops including Rouen, Château de Martainville, and Monet’s garden in Vernon, as well as festive short breaks and holiday cruises.

🚢 MS Botticelli

Hosting up to 149 passengers in 74 cabins (including one adapted for reduced mobility), MS Botticelli features Venetian‑inspired décor, a panoramic lounge/bar with dance floor, a bright restaurant, and a spacious sun deck. Seasonal programs include Christmas in the Seine Valley, Extraordinary Paris, and 8‑day Seine Valley routes calling at Rouen, Honfleur, Vernon, and Monet’s gardens.

🚢 MS Renoir

An intimate 105‑guest ship with 54 cabins, MS Renoir offers French‑balcony options on the upper deck, elegant Chanel‑ and Renoir‑inspired interiors, a lounge/bar with dance floor, and a sun deck for scenic cruising. Sailings range from 5‑day Christmas Paris–Honfleur and 8‑day Seine Valley (Monet’s Giverny and Normandy beaches) to a 7‑day Meandering Seine from Honfleur to Melun.

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The Rhine, Danube, Moselle, and Main Rivers

From fairy-tale castles and terraced vineyards to imperial cities and medieval market towns, Europe’s great rivers offer a front-row seat to a rich tapestry of history, culture, and seasonal beauty. The Rhine and Moselle wind through Germany’s wine country; the Danube connects vibrant capitals like Vienna, Budapest, and Bratislava; and the Main flows past half-timbered towns and UNESCO-listed architecture. Whether cruising during spring bloom, autumn harvest, or Christmas markets, each river offers unforgettable views and enriching excursions.

🚢 MS Douce France

With 55 cabins accommodating 106 guests, MS Douce France features refined interiors, French balconies, panoramic lounges, and a sun deck perfect for scenic cruising. Itineraries include festive Rhine holiday sailings, Strasbourg–Amsterdam voyages, and Danube New Year journeys via Vienna, Bratislava, and Budapest.

🚢 MS Lafayette

The MS Lafayette is a stylish 82-guest ship that features contemporary design, an upper-deck restaurant and lounge offering 360-degree views, and a spacious sun deck. Sailings explore the Rhine and Holland, from tulip cruises and Cologne’s cathedrals to festive Christmas market tours through Alsace.

🚢 MS Gérard Schmitter

With 87 cabins across three decks, MS Gérard Schmitter is a 174-passenger vessel offering floral-inspired interiors, panoramic dining, and a lift for full accessibility. Itineraries span the Rhine, Danube, and Holland, including the fireworks-filled “Rhine in Flames” and Christmas sailings.

🚢 MS Vivaldi

Designed for Danube voyages, MS Vivaldi accommodates 176 passengers in 88 cabins, offering options such as French balconies, panoramic lounges, and a cozy piano bar. Itineraries range from 5-day city cruises to 12-day journeys to the Black Sea via Vienna, Belgrade, and the Iron Gates.

🚢 MS Symphonie

The 107-passenger MS Symphonie features blue-and-yellow décor, French balconies, and festive cruises on the Rhine and Danube. Highlights include Christmas markets in Alsace, 8-day Rhine Valley trips, and scenic stops in Koblenz, Rüdesheim, and Basel.

🚢 MS L’Europe

A 180-guest river cruise ship with 90 cabins, MS L’Europe offers panoramic dining, a dance-floor lounge, and sun-deck lounging. It sails the Rhine, Main, and Danube with long-haul voyages to the Black Sea and shorter routes between Vienna, Budapest, and Constanta.

🚢 MS Beethoven

Named after the renowned composer, MS Beethoven accommodates 180 guests and features a piano bar, a panoramic restaurant, and an elegant lounge with a dance floor. Itineraries include Rhine and Danube classics, festive Christmas sailings, and cultural stops in Cologne, Strasbourg, and Heidelberg.

🚢 MS France

With 159 guests across 78 retro-style cabins, MS France offers 1960s Parisian charm, panoramic dining, and French cuisine. Cruise the Danube and Rhine on itineraries like “Beautiful Blue Danube,” “Blaze of Styles,” and “Christmas on the Romantic Rhine.”

🚢 MS Leonardo Da Vinci

A 143-guest vessel with refined interiors and panoramic dining, MS Leonardo Da Vinci cruises the Rhine, Main, Moselle, and Saar rivers. Highlights include Christmas cruises, Alsace culinary voyages, and multi-river journeys from Antwerp to Strasbourg.

🚢 MS Modigliani

Carrying 159 passengers, MS Modigliani features spacious cabins, a panoramic lounge/bar, and gourmet dining. Sailings include festive Rhine and Danube cruises, Alsace wine trails, and spring tulip cruises through Holland.

🚢 MS Mona Lisa

Hosting 94 guests, MS Mona Lisa offers intimate charm with Mona Lisa-inspired décor, French cuisine, and cruises on the Rhine, Elbe, and Danube. Themed itineraries include “Christmas on the Romantic Rhine” and culinary adventures through fairy-tale towns.

🚢 MS Monet

MS Monet welcomes 158 guests in cozy cabins with panoramic windows, refined dining, and a sunny upper-deck lounge. Cruises explore the Rhine, Danube, and Moselle, with themed trips ranging from Christmas markets to spring tulip trails.

🚢 MS La Bohème

With space for 158 guests in 79 cabins, MS La Bohème sails the Rhine, Danube, and Main Rivers with festive charm and seasonal appeal. Expect stylish interiors, gourmet cuisine, and itineraries that take you through Alsace, Amsterdam, and the Moselle Valley.

🚢 R.E. Waydelich L.J.

Accommodating 81 passengers with panoramic lounges and attentive service, the MS R.E. Waydelich L.J. offers intimate cruises along the Rhine, Moselle, Neckar, and Saar. Choose from 4-day Christmas market voyages or immersive 8-day “Four Rivers” cruises with highlights like Cochem, Heidelberg, and the Saar bend.

🚢 MS Victor Hugo

With space for 90 guests in 45 cabins, the art-deco-inspired MS Victor Hugo features panoramic dining, a lively lounge/bar, and a sun deck for relaxed river viewing. Itineraries span the Rhine, Danube, Elbe, Tisza, and Sava, with festive and culinary-themed cruises such as “Rhineland Christmas,” “Authentic Holland,” and “Alsace: Land of Tradition and Gastronomy.”

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The Rhône and Saône Rivers

Flowing through the heart of southern France, the Rhône and Saône rivers offer a rich blend of Provencal charm, historic cities, and world-renowned vineyards. Cruises on these waterways explore Lyon, Avignon, and Arles, along with scenic countryside and medieval towns. From festive New Year sailings to wine-themed voyages, every itinerary promises regional cuisine, art-inspired décor, and authentic French culture set against a backdrop of golden hills and Roman ruins.

🚢 MS Camargue

Hosting 104 guests in 54 bright and spacious cabins, MS Camargue features French balconies, a panoramic restaurant, and regional décor inspired by the Provence region. Itineraries along the Rhône and Saône include Christmas in Provence, Burgundy-to-Camargue journeys, and port stops in Lyon, Arles, and Les Baux.

🚢 MS Van Gogh

Accommodating 105 guests across two decks, MS Van Gogh boasts elegant, art-inspired interiors, a panoramic restaurant, and a lounge with a dance floor. Themed Rhône and Saône cruises explore Lyon, Viviers, Avignon, and Beaujolais vineyards, with festive and wine-themed departures available throughout the year.

🚢 MS Mistral

With 157 passengers in 78 well-equipped cabins, MS Mistral offers nautical-inspired comfort, refined dining, and a sociable lounge/bar. Rhône and Saône cruises range from wine-focused trips through Burgundy to scenic routes through Avignon and Lyon, including special Beaujolais Nouveau and New Year cruises.

🚢 MS Rhône Princess

Designed for 138 guests, MS Rhône Princess features panoramic windows, golden-toned interiors, and a sun deck with loungers. Cruises along the Rhône and Saône focus on gastronomy, vineyards, and French heritage with stops in Lyon, Arles, Chalon-sur-Saône, and Avignon.

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The Elbe and Vltava Rivers

Flowing through Central Europe’s storybook heartland, the Elbe and Vltava Rivers reveal a world of Gothic spires, baroque castles, and medieval towns. From the romance of Prague to the cultural richness of Dresden and Berlin, these rivers offer a quieter, more intimate side of Europe. With UNESCO-listed towns like Meissen and Wittenberg, seasonal Christmas markets, and sweeping Bohemian landscapes, Elbe and Vltava cruises blend history, charm, and comfort.

🚢 MS Elbe Princesse

Hosting 77 guests, the 95-meter MS Elbe Princesse features French balconies on the upper deck, a panoramic restaurant, and a sun deck with open-air lounging. Its seasonal cruises sail between Prague and Berlin, with highlights including Meissen, Wittenberg, Bohemia’s castles, and festive Christmas markets.

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The Ganges River

Flowing from the Himalayas to the Bay of Bengal, the Ganges River is India’s most sacred waterway—steeped in spirituality, mythology, and daily life. River cruises on the Ganges provide a front-row seat to ancient rituals, vibrant ghats, and historic towns such as Varanasi and Kolkata. From sacred ceremonies to Mughal architecture and rural village life, every bend of the Ganges unveils a rich tapestry of Indian culture and spirituality.

🚢 RV Ganges Voyager

With space for just 56 guests across 28 suites, RV Ganges Voyager offers colonial elegance, featuring French balconies, a spa, a yoga area, and locally inspired fine dining. Immersive Ganges cruises explore India’s spiritual heart, spanning from Kolkata to Varanasi, with optional extensions to Jaipur, Agra, and Delhi.

Choosing the Right Ship

• Balcony Lovers → Newer Douro ships (Amália Rodrigues, Gil Eanes, Miguel Torga)
• Iconic Scenery → Rhine/Moselle classics (Gérard Schmitter and sisters)
• French Flair → Seine & Rhône (Botticelli, Camargue) for cuisine & culture
• Hotel Barges → Intimate canals of France (11–24 guests)

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