Though it traditionally marks the start of autumn, September is a fantastic month to embark on your river cruise. Not only will you escape the summer holidays rush but you’ll still enjoy fantastic weather, with an incredible selection of itineraries available.
There are plenty of choices to pick from for your river cruise, from the coasts and vineyards of France to the architecturally beautiful streets and squares of Northern Europe. Europe is an excellent river cruise destination as cities and towns become less crowded after the height of summer, but you can still catch some lasting weeks of warm weather and sunshine.
September is also a month where more Asian voyages begin to become available, as most regions are at their driest ahead of the monsoon season towards the end of the year. You can sail along the Mekong river during September.
17 Nights
Sailing Date : 25 Sep 2026
Danube
World-class fleet of contemporary floating boutique hotels
World-class fleet of contemporary floating boutique hotels
7 Nights
Sailing Date : 25 Sep 2026
Danube
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 : 26 Sep 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 : 26 Sep 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 : 26 Sep 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 : 26 Sep 2026
Danube
World-class fleet of contemporary floating boutique hotels
World-class fleet of contemporary floating boutique hotels
7 Nights
Sailing Date : 26 Sep 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
14 Nights
Sailing Date : 26 Sep 2026
Danube, 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 : 26 Sep 2026
Seine
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
11 Nights
Sailing Date : 26 Sep 2026
Rhine, Moselle
Custom-designed ships offer you space to relax and indulge
Ultra-luxury cruising in a class of its own
7 Nights
Sailing Date : 26 Sep 2026
Douro
World-class fleet of contemporary floating boutique hotels
World-class fleet of contemporary floating boutique hotels
10 Nights
Sailing Date : 26 Sep 2026
Douro
World-class fleet of contemporary floating boutique hotels
World-class fleet of contemporary floating boutique hotels
7 Nights
Sailing Date : 26 Sep 2026
Rhone, Saone
World-class fleet of contemporary floating boutique hotels
World-class fleet of contemporary floating boutique hotels
7 Nights
Sailing Date : 26 Sep 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 : 26 Sep 2026
Amazon
Award-Winning Included Dining Experiences
Save up to 20% on a range of sailings in 2024 and 2025
12 Nights
Sailing Date : 27 Sep 2026
Chobe
Award-Winning Included Dining Experiences
Save up to 20% on a range of sailings in 2024 and 2025
16 Nights
Sailing Date : 27 Sep 2026
Chobe
Award-Winning Included Dining Experiences
Save up to 20% on a range of sailings in 2024 and 2025
21 Nights
Sailing Date : 27 Sep 2026
Danube
Custom-designed ships offer you space to relax and indulge
Ultra-luxury cruising in a class of its own
17 Nights
Sailing Date : 27 Sep 2026
Danube
World-class fleet of contemporary floating boutique hotels
World-class fleet of contemporary floating boutique hotels
14 Nights
Sailing Date : 27 Sep 2026
Danube
World-class fleet of contemporary floating boutique hotels
World-class fleet of contemporary floating boutique hotels
10 Nights
Sailing Date : 27 Sep 2026
Rhine
World-class fleet of contemporary floating boutique hotels
World-class fleet of contemporary floating boutique hotels
7 Nights
Sailing Date : 27 Sep 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 : 27 Sep 2026
Douro
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 : 28 Sep 2026
Mekong
Award-Winning Included Dining Experiences
Save up to 20% on a range of sailings in 2024 and 2025
7 Nights
Sailing Date : 28 Sep 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
