The Great Rivers of Europe
The Great Rivers of Europe
82% of travelers rated this trip excellent
The overall traveler excellence rating is based on the results of post trip surveys completed by travelers who have taken this trip. Travelers can choose to rate their experience “excellent,” “good,” “fair,” and “poor;” this percentage indicates how many travelers rated their experience “excellent.” More than 70% of travelers complete this survey after returning from their trip. Travelers rate excellence across their entire travel experience, focusing on the categories below:
- Program Director: 86% of travelers rated their Program Director “excellent,” citing his or her facilitation of people-to-people interactions, communication skills, and overall performance.
- Learning & Discovery: 78% of travelers rated the learning and discovery activities on this trip “excellent,” citing its authentic cultural experiences and controversial conversations.
- Solo Women Excellence: 81% of solo women travelers who joined us independently or shared a room with a mother, daughter, sister, or friend rated their experience on this trip “excellent.”
Find the Trip That’s Right for You
Our Activity Level rating system ranks adventures on a scale of 1 (easiest) to 5 (most difficult) to help you determine if a trip is right for you. See the descriptions below for more information about the physical requirements associated with each rating, and see our itineraries for much more detailed physical activity information about each trip.
Activity Level 1:
Easy
Travelers should be able to climb 25 stairs consecutively, plus walk at least 1-2 miles over some uneven surfaces without difficulty. Walks typically last at least 1-2 hours at a time. Altitude can range from zero to 5,000 feet.
Activity Level 2:
Moderately Easy
Travelers should be able to climb 40 stairs consecutively, plus walk at least 2-3 miles over some uneven surfaces without difficulty. Walks typically last for at least 2-3 hours at a time. Altitude can range from zero to 5,000 feet.
Activity Level 3:
Moderate
Travelers should be able to climb 60 stairs consecutively, plus walk at least 3 miles over some steep slopes and loose or uneven surfaces without difficulty. Walks typically last for 3 or more hours at a time. Altitude can range from 5,000 to 7,000 feet.
Activity Level 4:
Moderately Strenuous
Travelers should be able to climb 80 stairs consecutively, plus walk at least 4 miles over some steep slopes and loose or uneven surfaces without difficulty. Walks typically last for 4 or more hours at a time. Altitude can range from 7,000 to 9,000 feet. Expect three or more one-night stays in some locations, and very limited free time for rest or independent exploration.
Activity Level 5:
Strenuous
Travelers should be able to climb 100 or more stairs consecutively, plus walk at least 8 miles over some steep slopes and loose or uneven surfaces without difficulty. Walks typically last for 4 or more hours at a time. Altitude can range from 10,000 feet or more.
Solo travelers shouldn’t have to pay a premium to explore the world, so we offer low-cost Single Supplements on this trip and FREE Single Supplements on all pre- and post-trip extensions. If no single rooms are available, don’t let that stop you from traveling—consider bringing a friend, mother, sister, or daughter along to share your experience.
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Cruise Europe's legendary rivers in comfort aboard your private river ship—owned, operated, and staffed by Grand Circle Cruise Line—which features all outside cabins and spacious common areas. Your cabin includes a flat-screen TV, direct-dial telephone, individual heating and air-conditioning controls, twin beds that convert to sofas, and a private bath with shower and hair dryer. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available in all cabins, in additional to all common areas. Please note: Wireless Internet access may be limited at certain points throughout your River Cruise.
Weather permitting, relax on our Sun Deck, a book or drink in hand
Serenade Deck cabin with balcony and two single beds, one of which is shown here converted to a couch
Sonata Deck cabin with picture window and two single beds, one of which is shown here converted to a couch
Open-seating dining room
Bar & lounge
Cruise Europe's legendary rivers in comfort aboard your private river ship—owned, operated, and staffed by Grand Circle Cruise Line—which features all outside cabins and spacious common areas. Pictured: M/S River Adagio
Complimentary bicycle rentals are available onboard your ship for use during free time and include all of the necessary safety gear. Bicycles may be obtained through the Front Desk; your Program Director would be happy to recommend popular routes and places of interest.
Experience your river ship cruising in and out of charming ports from your private balcony on the Serenade Deck. Plus, your cabin is located with easy access to our reception area and the ship’s library, just down a half-flight of stairs. For relaxation, the bar/lounge features inviting couches and soft chairs. When it’s time for meals, head to our large, open-seating dining room.
Category A
- Outside cabins with a river view while cruising
- Private balcony with table and chairs, floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors, upper-deck views, and closer proximity to the ship’s bar, restaurant, lounge, and library
- Cabin sizes are 160 square feet, including a balcony of 16 square feet
- All cabins have a wardrobe and a drawer, and luggage storage space under the beds
- Private bath with shower, including a hair dryer, shampoo, and soap
- Flat-screen color TV & radio, including movies and a “view from the bow” camera looking out the front of your ship
- Direct-dial telephone; emergency call buttons
- In-room safe
- Two twin beds that convert to sofas during the day. Please note: Twin beds are stationary and cannot be combined into a double bed.
- All non-smoking cabins
Category B
- Outside cabins with a river view while cruising
- Private balcony with table and chairs, floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors, upper-deck views, and closer proximity to the ship’s bar, restaurant, lounge, and library
- Cabin sizes are 160 square feet, including a balcony of 16 square feet
- All cabins have a wardrobe and a drawer, and luggage storage space under the beds
- Private bath with shower, including a hair dryer, shampoo, and soap
- Flat-screen color TV & radio, including movies and a “view from the bow” camera looking out the front of your ship
- Direct-dial telephone; emergency call buttons
- In-room safe
- Two twin beds that convert to sofas during the day. Please note: Twin beds are stationary and cannot be combined into a double bed.
- All non-smoking cabins
- Outside cabins with a river view while cruising
- Private balcony with table and chairs, floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors, upper-deck views, and closer proximity to the ship’s bar, restaurant, lounge, and library
- Cabin sizes are 160 square feet, including a balcony of 16 square feet
- All cabins have a wardrobe and a drawer, and luggage storage space under the beds
- Private bath with shower, including a hair dryer, shampoo, and soap
- Flat-screen color TV & radio, including movies and a “view from the bow” camera looking out the front of your ship
- Direct-dial telephone; emergency call buttons
- In-room safe
- Two twin beds that convert to sofas during the day. Please note: Twin beds are stationary and cannot be combined into a double bed.
- All non-smoking cabins
- Outside cabins with a river view while cruising
- Private balcony with table and chairs, floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors, upper-deck views, and closer proximity to the ship’s bar, restaurant, lounge, and library
- Cabin sizes are 160 square feet, including a balcony of 16 square feet
- All cabins have a wardrobe and a drawer, and luggage storage space under the beds
- Private bath with shower, including a hair dryer, shampoo, and soap
- Flat-screen color TV & radio, including movies and a “view from the bow” camera looking out the front of your ship
- Direct-dial telephone; emergency call buttons
- In-room safe
- Two twin beds that convert to sofas during the day. Please note: Twin beds are stationary and cannot be combined into a double bed.
- All non-smoking cabins
Relax in your comfortable cabin, watching the storybook landscapes along the river pass by your airy picture window. Your cabin is also on the same level as the fitness center and sauna/whirlpool.
Category C
- Outside cabins with a river view while cruising
- Cabin sizes are 160 square feet
- Picture window
- All cabins have a wardrobe and a drawer, and luggage storage space under the beds
- Private bath with shower, including a hair dryer, shampoo, and soap
- Flat-screen color TV & radio, including movies and a “view from the bow” camera looking out the front of your ship
- Direct-dial telephone; emergency call buttons
- In-room safe
- Two twin beds that convert to sofas during the day. Please note: Twin beds are stationary and cannot be combined into a double bed.
- All non-smoking cabins
Category D
- Outside cabins with a river view while cruising
- Cabin sizes are 160 square feet
- Picture window
- All cabins have a wardrobe and a drawer, and luggage storage space under the beds
- Private bath with shower, including a hair dryer, shampoo, and soap
- Flat-screen color TV & radio, including movies and a “view from the bow” camera looking out the front of your ship
- Direct-dial telephone; emergency call buttons
- In-room safe
- Two twin beds that convert to sofas during the day. Please note: Twin beds are stationary and cannot be combined into a double bed.
- All non-smoking cabins
- Outside cabins with a river view while cruising
- Cabin sizes are 160 square feet
- Picture window
- All cabins have a wardrobe and a drawer, and luggage storage space under the beds
- Private bath with shower, including a hair dryer, shampoo, and soap
- Flat-screen color TV & radio, including movies and a “view from the bow” camera looking out the front of your ship
- Direct-dial telephone; emergency call buttons
- In-room safe
- Two twin beds that convert to sofas during the day. Please note: Twin beds are stationary and cannot be combined into a double bed.
- All non-smoking cabins
- Outside cabins with a river view while cruising
- Cabin sizes are 160 square feet
- Picture window
- All cabins have a wardrobe and a drawer, and luggage storage space under the beds
- Private bath with shower, including a hair dryer, shampoo, and soap
- Flat-screen color TV & radio, including movies and a “view from the bow” camera looking out the front of your ship
- Direct-dial telephone; emergency call buttons
- In-room safe
- Two twin beds that convert to sofas during the day. Please note: Twin beds are stationary and cannot be combined into a double bed.
- All non-smoking cabins
Relax in your comfortable cabin, watching the storybook landscapes along the river pass by your split windows. Steps from your room you'll find the ship's fitness center and sauna/whirlpool.
Category E
- Outside cabins with a river view while cruising
- Cabin sizes are 160 square feet
- Split window
- All cabins have a wardrobe and a drawer, and luggage storage space under the beds, and closer proximity to the ship's fitness center and sauna/whirlpool
- Private bath with shower, including a hair dryer, shampoo, and soap
- Flat-screen color TV & radio, including movies and a “view from the bow” camera looking out the front of your ship
- Direct-dial telephone; emergency call buttons
- In-room safe
- Two twin beds that convert to sofas during the day. Please note: Twin beds are stationary and cannot be combined into a double bed.
- All non-smoking cabins
Category F
- Outside cabins with a river view while cruising
- Cabin sizes are 160 square feet
- Split window
- All cabins have a wardrobe and a drawer, and luggage storage space under the beds, and closer proximity to the ship's fitness center and sauna/whirlpool
- Private bath with shower, including a hair dryer, shampoo, and soap
- Flat-screen color TV & radio, including movies and a “view from the bow” camera looking out the front of your ship
- Direct-dial telephone; emergency call buttons
- In-room safe
- Two twin beds that convert to sofas during the day. Please note: Twin beds are stationary and cannot be combined into a double bed.
- All non-smoking cabins
- Outside cabins with a river view while cruising
- Cabin sizes are 160 square feet
- Split window
- All cabins have a wardrobe and a drawer, and luggage storage space under the beds, and closer proximity to the ship's fitness center and sauna/whirlpool
- Private bath with shower, including a hair dryer, shampoo, and soap
- Flat-screen color TV & radio, including movies and a “view from the bow” camera looking out the front of your ship
- Direct-dial telephone; emergency call buttons
- In-room safe
- Two twin beds that convert to sofas during the day. Please note: Twin beds are stationary and cannot be combined into a double bed.
- All non-smoking cabins
- Outside cabins with a river view while cruising
- Cabin sizes are 160 square feet
- Split window
- All cabins have a wardrobe and a drawer, and luggage storage space under the beds, and closer proximity to the ship's fitness center and sauna/whirlpool
- Private bath with shower, including a hair dryer, shampoo, and soap
- Flat-screen color TV & radio, including movies and a “view from the bow” camera looking out the front of your ship
- Direct-dial telephone; emergency call buttons
- In-room safe
- Two twin beds that convert to sofas during the day. Please note: Twin beds are stationary and cannot be combined into a double bed.
- All non-smoking cabins
Enjoy cruising in your comfortable cabin complete with a private bath and shower, twin beds, and two porthole windows for views of the river. Just one flight up, you'll find our fitness center and sauna/whirlpool.
Category G
- Outside cabins with a river view while cruising
- Cabin sizes are 160 square feet
- Two porthole windows
- All cabins have a wardrobe and a drawer, and luggage storage space under the beds
- Private bath with shower, including a hair dryer, shampoo, and soap
- Flat-screen color TV & radio, including movies and a “view from the bow” camera looking out the front of your ship
- Direct-dial telephone; emergency call buttons
- In-room safe
- Two twin beds that convert to sofas during the day. Please note: Twin beds are stationary and cannot be combined into a double bed.
- All non-smoking cabins
Category H
- Outside cabins with a river view while cruising
- Cabin sizes are 160 square feet
- Two porthole windows
- All cabins have a wardrobe and a drawer, and luggage storage space under the beds
- Private bath with shower, including a hair dryer, shampoo, and soap
- Flat-screen color TV & radio, including movies and a “view from the bow” camera looking out the front of your ship
- Direct-dial telephone; emergency call buttons
- In-room safe
- Two twin beds that convert to sofas during the day. Please note: Twin beds are stationary and cannot be combined into a double bed.
- All non-smoking cabins
- Outside cabins with a river view while cruising
- Cabin sizes are 160 square feet
- Two porthole windows
- All cabins have a wardrobe and a drawer, and luggage storage space under the beds
- Private bath with shower, including a hair dryer, shampoo, and soap
- Flat-screen color TV & radio, including movies and a “view from the bow” camera looking out the front of your ship
- Direct-dial telephone; emergency call buttons
- In-room safe
- Two twin beds that convert to sofas during the day. Please note: Twin beds are stationary and cannot be combined into a double bed.
- All non-smoking cabins
- Outside cabins with a river view while cruising
- Cabin sizes are 160 square feet
- Two porthole windows
- All cabins have a wardrobe and a drawer, and luggage storage space under the beds
- Private bath with shower, including a hair dryer, shampoo, and soap
- Flat-screen color TV & radio, including movies and a “view from the bow” camera looking out the front of your ship
- Direct-dial telephone; emergency call buttons
- In-room safe
- Two twin beds that convert to sofas during the day. Please note: Twin beds are stationary and cannot be combined into a double bed.
- All non-smoking cabins
Grand Hotel Casselbergh Bruges
The Grand Hotel Casselbergh Bruges features a library, wellness center with sauna and steam room, and a cozy bar and lounge. Each air-conditioned room includes a flat-screen TV, coffee- and tea-making facilities, and a spacious private bath with hair dryer.
Grand Hotel Casselbergh Bruges
Room with queen-sized bed
Grand Hotel Casselbergh Bruges
Dine in the airy restaurant
Grand Hotel Casselbergh Bruges
Relax in the classic bar & lounge
Grand Hotel Casselbergh Bruges
Admire the bright lobby space
Hermitage Hotel Prague
Features a bar, restaurant, and gym. Your air-conditioned room includes a flat-screen TV with satellite cable, minibar, Internet access, safe, and private bath with hair dryer.
Hermitage Hotel Prague
Room with two double beds
Hermitage Hotel Prague
Bright, modern reception area
Hermitage Hotel Prague
Dine in the on-site restaurant
Hermitage Hotel Prague
Sip a cocktail in the bar & lounge
