Whether you’re experiencing the Rhine or the Danube, the Douro, the Rhône, Seine, Maas or Moselle… the magic of our award-winning European river cruises goes far beyond the riverboat you’re aboard or the landmarks you’ll visit. It’s in the intimate ambiance and personalized service… the places you’ll discover off the beaten path… and in the uncommon access to local culture and exclusive destination driven experiences you can’t get on your own, as you experience a true slice of European life and return home transformed.
Tauck River Cruising at a Glance
Named to Travel + Leisure’s “World’s Best” River Cruise lines list for 16 consecutive years, discover what makes traveling with Tauck along the European rivers such a unique experience. From the exclusive access, team of expert Tauck directors and local guides, to fewer guests on board for a more intimate atmosphere all included in one upfront price with no options sold, ever.
A River for Everyone
The Danube
The picturesque “river of kings” carves a winding path through a total of ten modern-day European nations with landscapes characterized by vineyards, forested slopes, wine-producing villages and imposing fortresses that remain a testimony to kingdoms and culture… regal, romantic and ready to welcome Tauck river cruisers.
The Rhine, Main & Moselle
These are Europe’s quintessential rivers. With landscapes characterized by vineyards, forested slopes, wine-producing villages and imposing fortresses that remain a testimony to kingdoms and culture… regal, romantic and ready to welcome Tauck river cruisers.
The Seine, Rhône & Saône
Romancing travelers for centuries, the rivers of France—The Seine, Rhône & Saône—is a true feast for the senses. Filled with magical landscapes, sun-dappled villages bathed in history and many opportunities to savor the exceptional culinary delights along the way… in markets overflowing with local bounties… at a French cooking school… in local patisseries and fabled restaurants.
The Douro
A 2,000-year legacy of winemaking awaits you throughout Portugal’s lush Douro River Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site… including the city of Porto, famous as the home of Port wine, carried in barrels along the golden Douro River aboard traditional rabelo boats, sailing past whitewashed quintas surrounded by vineyards…
The Tauck Difference
Exclusive Access
Unmatched destination knowledge and land expertise maximize your time ashore. Enjoy exclusive events for Tauck guests only and privately guided shore excursions away from the crowds.
Fully Guided by the Best
Enjoy the industry’s highest director-to-guest ratio – with 3 Tauck Directors and 1 Cruise Director for every 35 guests. They travel with you and seamlessly take very of every day-to-day detail.
Small is Big
Tauck’s Destination Fleet is custom-designed for comfort and a relaxed, congenial atmosphere. We limit the number of guests on board to no more than 130, so you can enjoy the freedom to relax and roam as you like.
Distinctively Inclusive
Every aspect of your trip is included in one up front price from all shore excursions to all gratuities, with no options sold and no hidden fees.
Exclusively Inclusive River Cruising with Tauck
Discover an immersive, innovative and authentic travel experience on a cruise through Europe’s great rivers and waterways.
