Imagine just the two of you, gliding along the serene waters of one of Europe’s most storied waterways, sharing the experience of a sophisticated river getaway. Picture yourself in bucolic landscapes, charming villages, breathing the freshest air, creating the most romantic situation possible.
Now, attach Riverside Luxury Cruises to this scenario. They will help you fan the flames of romance on tour of some of Europe’s most stunning regions, with tailored itineraries that include voyages along the Danube, Rhine, Main, Moselle, Rhône and Saône rivers. This is definitely the life – and you and your partner for life are living it.
Riverside Luxury Cruises is the top choice for couples seeking an exclusive romantic retreat or planning a honeymoon. As Europe floats by outside, you enjoy a superlative and luxurious onboard experience day and night aboard the Riverside Mozart, Ravel and Debussy, three of the most intimate all-suite river-cruise ships in the world – and some of the most spacious, too. Pair all this sophistication and tranquility with culinary excellence as well – from the smallest of snacks to several-course meals – everything perfectly suited to your refined tastes.
As for personalized service and world-class amenities, let’s just say Riverside continues to write and rewrite the book in this regard.
River cruising also comes with unique benefits that other types of romantic vacations may not. Riverside guests wake up in a new location each morning, refreshed and ready to take on the adventures before them. River-cruise ships explore destinations that larger ship’s can’t manage, taking you well beyond the beaten path. Plus, the intimacy involved allows you to really connect with the places you visit, making for in-depth experiences that deliver everything from tiny moments of connection with the local communities to full-on UNESCO grandeur.
Riverside invites you to let the sparks fly
In the full name of romance, Riverside is ready to send you on the voyage of your dreams, attaching your sailing to enchanting celebrations and seasonal wonders – filled with light and love:
The Romantic Rhine in Flames – April 30 to May 7, 2025
The Rhine is one of Europe’s most iconic river landscapes. But on this unforgettable Riverside journey timed with the Rhine in Flames festival, you witness ancient castles bathed in light, towers and turrets aglow. The whole river is a sea of colored light, with many towns and villages along the river participating in the program. See the Rhine Gorge illuminated by spectacular fireworks. Historic castles and vineyard-covered hillsides glow under the night sky. And the best place to see it all? From your ship, of course.
Solstice in the Wachau with Danube Fireworks Illumination – June 18 to 22, 2025
Celebrate the longest day of the year with a magnificent fireworks display over the Danube River. Riverside sails past medieval towns and fairytale landscapes in the Wachau and Nibelungengau regions of Austria, delivering impressive fireworks and torch-lit vineyards to fuel the fires of your passion. This solstice celebration includes more than 20 communities, who come together to enjoy an old custom with grand fireworks on both sides of the Danube. And as this is the Wachau, you can just imagine the wine.
Danube Capitals with Hungary National Day Fireworks – August 17 to 23, 2025
Sail through the heart of Europe as Hungary commemorates St. Stephen’s Day, the country’s biggest holiday, celebrating King Stephen I’s creation of the Hungarian state in the year 1000. Guests get a front-row seat for a most dazzling fireworks show, illuminating the Danube in a display of national pride. This Riverside voyage is a symphony of culture and celebration, as you also visit the medieval streets of Bratislava and drink in Vienna’s imperial grandeur.
Set a new romantic standard for sailing
The Tully Travel Designers know these parts of Europe like the back of their hands, from arranging private tours and spa treatments to curating intimate, memorable moments. And when you indulge your romantic side with Riverside Luxury Cruises, you and your love experience the best of the best – the brand was recently named the Best Luxury Cruise Line in Europe by the Luxury Lifestyle Awards for 2024.
Set a new standard for yourself, too! Whether cruising the Danube capital cities, celebrating in the Wachau Valley, or savoring the romance of the Rhine, embarking on a Riverside voyage is destined to be one of your best ideas yet.