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Riviera River Cruises

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Riviera River Cruises’ story began in the UK in 1984, when their parent company started escorting tours to the French Riviera. Since 2015, Riviera river cruises has introduced more than 128,000 passengers to the wonderful world of river cruising, and established a North American headquarters in Connecticut. As the UK’s leader in river cruising and tours, Riviera river cruises now offers 14 five-star ships, which are some of the most modern and well-appointed in Europe, on 15 amazing itineraries. Riviera river cruises are passionate about giving travelers the best experience possible. This is why they dedicate great care to designing inspiring journeys filled with visits that enlighten and entertain. At the same time, many special touches are included beyond the obvious, so customers return home feeling like they’ve connected with the heart of their destination. Also, a unique aspect of Riviera is they are the only river line to offer dedicated solo sailings. On those sailings every cabin and suite is sold with just one person in it with no supplement. Riviera river cruises story is just one of the many reasons why to cruise with Riviera.

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Riviera Ships

  • Riviera MS Douro Elegance Ship

    MS Douro Elegance

    Portugal’s most spectacular waterway will now be explored aboard the five-star MS Douro Elegance, a brand-new, state-of-the-art vessel. Designed in partnership with the Douro’s pioneering luxury shipbuilders, with over 25 years of expertise, this exceptional ship stands among the finest on any European river.

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  • Riviera MS Douro Splendour Ship

    MS Douro Splendour

    MS Douro Splendour combines spectacular design with high specifications to create a wonderfully light and airy onboard experience. A generous 4:1 guest-to-crew ratio ensures outstanding personal service and the friendly ‘small ship’ atmosphere Riviera Travel guests adore, leaving you free to sit back, unwind, and savour every minute of your river cruise.

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  • Riviera MS Emily Bronte Ship

    MS Emily Bronte

    MS Emily Bronte is a cutting-edge, all-suite vessel. Upon entering, you're greeted by a spacious, shimmering marble-floored lobby filled with natural light streaming through a stunning atrium overhead. As you explore further, you'll find exceptional design crafted by Europe's top studios, resulting in a perfectly balanced masterpiece of onboard elegance. The entire ship is beautifully illuminated, both inside and out, and thoughtfully decorated with harmonious color schemes to evoke a tranquil ambiance.

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  • Riviera MS Geoffrey Chaucer Ship

    MS Geoffrey Chaucer

    Swiss-operated and truly world-class, the five-star MS Geoffrey Chaucer offers an exceptional river cruising experience. Designed by one of Europe’s leading studios, the ship’s interiors blend sustainable hardwoods, polished brass and copper, sparkling glass, and intricate wrought iron details to create a refined yet welcoming atmosphere. Elegant lighting, harmonious colour schemes, and stylish furnishings throughout evoke the timeless charm of the golden age of cruising — an experience guests return to time and again.

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  • Riviera MS George Eliot Ship

    MS George Eliot

    MS George Eliot - named after one of the leading English novelists of the 19th century. Elegant lobby with its gleaming marble floor, well-lit by sophisticated lighting. Thoughtful design is on tasteful display throughout the ship – sustainable hardwood furniture, intricate wrought-iron work, and polished copper and brass are beautifully complemented by soft leather and sumptuous Italian fabrics.

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  • Riviera MS Jane Austen Ship

    MS Jane Austen

    Explore France along the Seine aboard the elegant MS Jane Austen, where every detail is crafted to deliver an exceptional river cruising experience. Designed to the highest standards, the ship combines refined style with outstanding comfort, ensuring every moment on board is as relaxing and enjoyable as the scenery unfolding beyond your window.

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  • Riviera MS Lord Byron Ship

    MS Lord Byron

    Sail France’s beautiful waterways aboard the luxurious MS Lord Byron. From the moment you step into the spacious marble-floored lobby, you’ll experience the ship’s understated elegance. Stylish, eco-friendly furnishings blend seamlessly with advanced safety features, while classic ocean-liner design elements create a timeless atmosphere of comfort and sophistication.

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  • Riviera MS Oscar Wilde Ship

    MS Oscar Wilde

    Explore Europe from the Dutch waterways to the Rhine and Danube aboard MS Oscar Wilde. Beautifully illuminated throughout, including the exterior, the ship features elegant furnishings and harmonious color schemes designed to create a serene atmosphere reminiscent of the golden age of cruising.

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  • Riviera MS Riviera Radiance Ship

    MS Riviera Radiance

    MS Riviera Radiance has been expertly designed with Swiss partners to balance contemporary style with cozy comfort. From the split-level lounge and main restaurant to floor-to-ceiling French balconies in over 80% of cabins and suites, life on board feels airy and light. The main restaurant rivals the finest onshore establishments with exquisite dining, delicate European porcelain, and intuitive Swiss service.

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  • Riviera MS Riviera Resplendence Ship

    MS Riviera Resplendence

    MS Riviera Resplendence offers the perfect balance of contemporary style and cozy comfort, featuring some of the largest suites at sea. The ship is equipped with all the facilities you'd expect from a boutique hotel, designed with the latest technology and a strong focus on environmental sustainability. So, you can sit back, relax, and enjoy a cocktail on the Sun Deck, knowing you're cruising responsibly in harmony with the natural world.

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  • Riviera MS Riviera Rose Ship

    MS Riviera Rose

    The MS Riviera Rose is a luxurious boutique hotel on the Douro river. This 80-metre-long ship offers a first-class experience, with comfortable and well-furnished cabins, and a range of amenities across four decks. Relax on the Sun Deck, enjoy a drink in the bar, or unwind in your spacious cabin. Every detail has been meticulously designed for your comfort, making it the perfect place to unwind between onshore adventures.

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  • Riviera MS Thomas Hardy Ship

    MS Thomas Hardy

    Embark on an elegant cruise aboard the MS Thomas Hardy, exploring Europe's stunning landscapes along the Danube, Saône, and Rhône rivers. The beautifully illuminated ship features refined interiors and creates a serene, golden-age cruising atmosphere. This journey offers scenic vistas, cultural discovery, and relaxation, making it an unforgettable experience.

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  • Riviera MS William Wordsworth Ship

    MS William Wordsworth

    Explore Europe's scenic landscapes along the Danube, Main, and Rhine rivers aboard the beautifully illuminated MS William Wordsworth. With elegant design and harmonious colors, the ship creates a serene, golden-age cruising atmosphere—offering a memorable journey of beauty, culture, and timeless elegance.

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  • Riviera Riviera Alba Ship

    Riviera Alba

    Riviera Alba offers a luxurious cruise between Saigon and Siem Reap on the Mekong River, combining elegant design, expert service, and attention to detail. Passengers enjoy stunning scenery, cultural highlights, and refined comfort, making it a truly memorable and captivating journey.

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Learn More About Riviera River Cruises

Since 2015, Riviera river cruises has introduced more than 128,000 passengers to the wonderful world of river cruising, and established a North American headquarters in Connecticut. As the UK’s leader in river cruising and tours, Riviera river cruises now offers 14 five-star ships, which are some of the most modern and well-appointed in Europe, on 15 amazing itineraries. Riviera river cruises are passionate about giving travelers the best experience possible. This is why they dedicate great care to designing inspiring journeys filled with visits that enlighten and entertain. At the same time, many special touches are included beyond the obvious, so customers return home feeling like they’ve connected with the heart of their destination.

 

Riviera river cruises story is just one of the many reasons why to cruise with Riviera.

Riviera River Cruises Customer Reviews

Ratings based off 8 reviews about Riviera River Cruises - currently showing 5 reviews with comments only
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Ananth
Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025

It was well organized and smooth trip. Tour director was very helpful. Crew was friendly. Great food and ambiance. Clean and spacious room. On board entertainment was good but can do better. Tours were good but tried to cover a lot in less time, no time for shopping. Icing on the cake was activities director kept us busy.

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Ellen
Reviewed on Apr 25, 2025

First Riviera cruise. We did not know what to expect. The ship was lovely and the staff was exceptional.

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Melissa
Enchanting Rhine and Yuletide Markets River Cruise MS Geoffrey Chaucer
5/5 - Excellent
Accommodations
5
Itinerary
5
Professional Staff
5
Repeat with Cruise Line
5
Value for Money
5
Reviewed on Dec 02, 2024

The Rhine Christmas Market Cruise was delightful! The ship was beautifully updated and fancy ;) The staff were wonderful. The food, while delicious and varied, was all caterered to those from the UK which make up 80% of the guests. We spent near a week in Germany and had not one sausage or potato dish that would be local to the region. The markets have all the same stalls so space out purchases. If you buy everything at the first market, you won't have anything left at the rest. 70% of the markets are food! We did get great sausages there ;) Sometimes it's difficult to find your way back from the market to the ship. The towns were beautiful and look different so that's fun! And the most important of all: call the ship front desk the morning of departure (if you don't have a direct transfer) to get a landmark for where the ship is docked. Otherwise it's tricky to find.

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Brenda

Riviera Cruises went above and beyond during our Rhine cruise that faced major disruptions due to low water levels in the Rhine this summer. Meals and cabin service on board were A+++, on shore tours were first class, on board entertainment excellent, and nothing seemed a problem to all staff, when in fact, they must have been under extreme pressure. I will certainly not hesitate to book a trip with Riviera again!

CW
Carolyn
Reviewed on May 31, 2022

Our cruise director, Carmen, was very personable and put herself into everything we did. She loves her job and it showed. This was first river cruise and there will be many more with Rivera Cruise. Affordable Tours was great, all questions were answered in a timely manner and no problems with delivery as promised.


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