With autumn well and truly here, many of us are already longing for the summer once more and a river cruise offers the perfect escape from the often dreary weather back home, with an excellent selection of October cruises available.
Whether it’s the Danube or the Rhine, October is a fantastic time to cruise, with much of Europe still enjoying pleasant weather. What's more, events such as Oktoberfest and Halloween making for some exciting themed events to get involved with!
For sailings further afield, Asia continues to welcome visitors to its riverbanks, including rivers such as the Mekong.
7 Nights
Sailing Date : 17 Oct 2026
Danube
Gratuities and a choice of daily excursions are included
Avalon Panorama Suites are thirty percent larger than the industry standard
FREE case of wine with every Avalon booking
7 Nights
Sailing Date : 17 Oct 2026
Danube
Award-Winning Included Dining Experiences
Up to £1,500 cruise savings per person PLUS Complimentary Stateroom Upgrade PLUS up to €50 Onboard Credit per person
Save up to 20% on a range of sailings in 2024 and 2025
7 Nights
Sailing Date : 17 Oct 2026
Danube
Award-Winning Included Dining Experiences
Up to £1,500 cruise savings per person PLUS Complimentary Stateroom Upgrade PLUS up to €50 Onboard Credit per person
Save up to 20% on a range of sailings in 2024 and 2025
17 Nights
Sailing Date : 17 Oct 2026
Danube
World-class fleet of contemporary floating boutique hotels
BLACK FRIDAY SALE - Free Premium Drinks Package plus extra savings
14 Nights
Sailing Date : 17 Oct 2026
Danube
World-class fleet of contemporary floating boutique hotels
BLACK FRIDAY SALE - Free Premium Drinks Package plus extra savings
14 Nights
Sailing Date : 17 Oct 2026
Danube
World-class fleet of contemporary floating boutique hotels
BLACK FRIDAY SALE - Free Premium Drinks Package plus extra savings
7 Nights
Sailing Date : 17 Oct 2026
Rhine
FREE Superior drinks package - Available on all 2024, 2025 and 2026 European river cruises!
Award-winning European river cruises include everything you need for an exceptional experience.
Delicious full board dining, plus Chef's Dinner
Fly from your local airport at no extra cost
7 Nights
Sailing Date : 17 Oct 2026
Rhine
FREE Superior drinks package - Available on all 2024, 2025 and 2026 European river cruises!
Award-winning European river cruises include everything you need for an exceptional experience.
Delicious full board dining, plus Chef's Dinner
Fly from your local airport at no extra cost
7 Nights
Sailing Date : 17 Oct 2026
Rhine
Gratuities and a choice of daily excursions are included
Avalon Panorama Suites are thirty percent larger than the industry standard
FREE case of wine with every Avalon booking
7 Nights
Sailing Date : 17 Oct 2026
Rhine
Gratuities and a choice of daily excursions are included
Avalon Panorama Suites are thirty percent larger than the industry standard
FREE case of wine with every Avalon booking
7 Nights
Sailing Date : 17 Oct 2026
Rhine
Award-Winning Included Dining Experiences
Up to £1,500 cruise savings per person PLUS Complimentary Stateroom Upgrade PLUS up to €50 Onboard Credit per person
Save up to 20% on a range of sailings in 2024 and 2025
7 Nights
Sailing Date : 17 Oct 2026
Rhine
World-class fleet of contemporary floating boutique hotels
BLACK FRIDAY SALE - Free Premium Drinks Package plus extra savings
10 Nights
Sailing Date : 17 Oct 2026
Rhine
World-class fleet of contemporary floating boutique hotels
BLACK FRIDAY SALE - Free Premium Drinks Package plus extra savings
7 Nights
Sailing Date : 17 Oct 2026
Dutch Waterway
Award-Winning Included Dining Experiences
Up to £1,500 cruise savings per person PLUS Complimentary Stateroom Upgrade PLUS up to €50 Onboard Credit per person
Save up to 20% on a range of sailings in 2024 and 2025
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7 Nights
Sailing Date : 17 Oct 2026
Rhone, Saone
World-class fleet of contemporary floating boutique hotels
BLACK FRIDAY SALE - Free Premium Drinks Package plus extra savings
7 Nights
Sailing Date : 17 Oct 2026
Douro
Award-Winning Included Dining Experiences
Up to £1,500 cruise savings per person PLUS Complimentary Stateroom Upgrade PLUS up to €50 Onboard Credit per person
Save up to 20% on a range of sailings in 2024 and 2025
7 Nights
Sailing Date : 17 Oct 2026
Douro
World-class fleet of contemporary floating boutique hotels
BLACK FRIDAY SALE - Free Premium Drinks Package plus extra savings
12 Nights
Sailing Date : 17 Oct 2026
Ganges
THE MOST ALL-INCLUSIVE AMENITIES finely tailored to your tastes.
Inspired by their destinations, each ship in the fleet has a uniquely beautiful design
11 Nights
Sailing Date : 17 Oct 2026
Nile
THE MOST ALL-INCLUSIVE AMENITIES finely tailored to your tastes.
Inspired by their destinations, each ship in the fleet has a uniquely beautiful design
11 Nights
Sailing Date : 17 Oct 2026
Nile
THE MOST ALL-INCLUSIVE AMENITIES finely tailored to your tastes.
Inspired by their destinations, each ship in the fleet has a uniquely beautiful design
10 Nights
Sailing Date : 17 Oct 2026
Amazon
Gratuities and a choice of daily excursions are included
Avalon Panorama Suites are thirty percent larger than the industry standard
FREE case of wine with every Avalon booking
7 Nights
Sailing Date : 17 Oct 2026
Amazon
Award-Winning Included Dining Experiences
Save up to 20% on a range of sailings in 2024 and 2025
7 Nights
Sailing Date : 18 Oct 2026
Danube
THE MOST ALL-INCLUSIVE AMENITIES finely tailored to your tastes.
Inspired by their destinations, each ship in the fleet has a uniquely beautiful design
17 Nights
Sailing Date : 18 Oct 2026
Danube
Ultra-luxury cruising in a class of its own
Custom-designed ships offer you space to relax and indulge
BLACK FRIDAY SALE - Save up to an additional £200pp
7 Nights
Sailing Date : 18 Oct 2026
Rhine
THE MOST ALL-INCLUSIVE AMENITIES finely tailored to your tastes.
Inspired by their destinations, each ship in the fleet has a uniquely beautiful design
