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Great Escapes: River cruise holidays

River cruise inspiration from our experts

Luxury river cruises

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A luxury river cruise offers a wonderfully relaxed way to discover some of the world’s most captivating destinations, combining elegant ships, exceptional service and ever-changing scenery. With every detail taken care of, you can enjoy a seamless voyage through historic cities, picturesque countryside and culturally rich regions, all while unpacking just once.

From superb-value Travelmarvel cruises in Portugal and Egypt to indulgent Uniworld journeys along the Mekong and Ganges, the following pages showcase some of the finest river cruise experiences across Europe and beyond. We also shine a spotlight on river cruising in France, one of the most rewarding ways to explore the country. Sail through the historic heart of Normandy, where poignant D-Day landmarks sit alongside medieval towns and charming riverside villages, or cruise through Bordeaux’s celebrated wine region and the sun-drenched landscapes of Provence.

Whether you’re drawn to culture, gastronomy, history or spectacular scenery, these itineraries offer an enriching and effortless travel experience, combining immersive exploration with all the comforts of life on board.

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Timeless wonders of the Mekong with Uniworld

17-day escorted tour & river cruise holiday from £6,645 pp incl. flights

Discover Vietnam and Cambodia in style with Uniworld, as you explore Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi and the UNESCO-listed temples of Angkor on a luxury cruise along the Mekong River.

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India's Golden Triangle & the Sacred Ganges with Uniworld

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Join Uniworld for a luxury river cruise holiday to northern India, combining the sights of the Ganges with the famed Golden Triangle and stays at three opulent Oberoi hotels.

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Porto & Douro River Cruise with Uniworld

8-day luxury river cruise from £2,795 pp incl. flights

Setting sail from Porto, this luxury river cruise winds past the Douro Valley's archetypal terraced hillsides, host to charming villages, UNESCO World Heritage sites and world-class vineyards.

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Tulips & Windmills: Best of the Netherlands & Belgium with Uniworld

10-day luxury river cruise from £2,995 pp incl. flights

Sailing aboard a state-of-the-art Uniworld ship, this ultra-luxury river cruise perfectly showcases the rich history and cultural treasures of the Netherlands and Belgium, including stops in Amsterdam, Nijmegen, Rotterdam, Ghent and Antwerp.

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Douro Discovery with Travelmarvel

8-day river cruise from £2,595 pp incl. flights

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Explore the rich history and world-leading wines of northern Portugal and Spain on this superb-value Travelmarvel cruise, sailing aboard MS Estrela along the picturesque Douro River.

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Cairo & The Nile with Travelmarvel

11-day river cruise holiday from £2,595 pp incl. flights

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Experience the ancient icons of Cairo before boarding the newly refurbished Travelmarvel Sirius for a Nile cruise to remember, sailing in the company of an Egyptologist guide.

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At Wexas, we specialise in bespoke travel experiences. Our itineraries are just samples of what we can arrange, and can be changed depending on your precise needs, finances and ideas by our experienced destination specialists.

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