Popular winter river cruise destinations include:
With Christmas markets aplenty and pretty frost-tipped scenery, winter can be a great time to experience a cruise along the waterways of Europe. Or if you'd prefer a winter sun river cruise, head to Cambodia or Vietnam for a cruise along the Mekong. Wherever you fancy exploring, you'll find a great choice of river cruises in December, January and February.
You could go all out and enjoy a festive river cruise over the Christmas period, celebrate in style with a break over Christmas and New Year or just get away for a low-cost break for a few days to do your Christmas shopping at Europe's stunning Christmas Markets. The weather in Europe will be chilly, so wrapping up warm and enjoying hot chocolates and mulled wine is the key to enjoying sightseeing without feeling the cold. Most European river cruise ships are refurbished in January and February, so sail in December or you may have to wait until Spring.
January and February are the perfect months to head to Vietnam or Cambodia for a post-Christmas break. Escape the winter blues in Asia where you're guaranteed a much warmer temperature for your holiday with temperatures around 28°C. Asian river cruises can be enjoyed along the Mekong where you can admire the beautiful scenery from the sun deck as well as immersing yourself in the history and culture of this fascinating part of the world.
7 Nights
Sailing Date : 01 Dec 2024
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 : 01 Dec 2024
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
7 Nights
Sailing Date : 01 Dec 2024
Main
THE MOST ALL-INCLUSIVE AMENITIES finely tailored to your tastes.
Inspired by their destinations, each ship in the fleet has a uniquely beautiful design
7 Nights
Sailing Date : 01 Dec 2024
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
5 Nights
Sailing Date : 01 Dec 2024
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
8 Nights
Sailing Date : 01 Dec 2024
Danube
Save up to 60% on 2024 European sailings
Luxuriously appointed cabins aboard a 5* river ship
Private home-to-airport transfers
7 Nights
Sailing Date : 02 Dec 2024
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
7 Nights
Sailing Date : 02 Dec 2024
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
7 Nights
Sailing Date : 02 Dec 2024
Main
THE MOST ALL-INCLUSIVE AMENITIES finely tailored to your tastes.
Inspired by their destinations, each ship in the fleet has a uniquely beautiful design
6 Nights
Sailing Date : 02 Dec 2024
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
9 Nights
Sailing Date : 02 Dec 2024
Nile
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 : 02 Dec 2024
Nile
Award-Winning Included Dining Experiences
Save up to 20% on a range of sailings in 2024 and 2025
7 Nights
Sailing Date : 02 Dec 2024
Dutch Waterway
THE MOST ALL-INCLUSIVE AMENITIES finely tailored to your tastes.
Inspired by their destinations, each ship in the fleet has a uniquely beautiful design
7 Nights
Sailing Date : 03 Dec 2024
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
6 Nights
Sailing Date : 03 Dec 2024
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
5 Nights
Sailing Date : 03 Dec 2024
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
12 Nights
Sailing Date : 04 Dec 2024
Mekong
World-class fleet of contemporary floating boutique hotels
7 Nights
Sailing Date : 04 Dec 2024
Douro
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 : 05 Dec 2024
Mekong
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
12 Nights
Sailing Date : 05 Dec 2024
Mekong
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
17 Nights
Sailing Date : 05 Dec 2024
Mekong
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
5 Nights
Sailing Date : 06 Dec 2024
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
14 Nights
Sailing Date : 06 Dec 2024
Danube
NO single supplement on this sailing!
Enjoy unique sightseeing activities designed to make your holiday that little bit more special
Save up to 60% on 2024 European sailings
7 Nights
Sailing Date : 06 Dec 2024
Nile
Award-Winning Included Dining Experiences
Save up to 20% on a range of sailings in 2024 and 2025
14 Nights
Sailing Date : 06 Dec 2024
Danube, Rhine
Save up to 60% on 2024 European sailings
Luxuriously appointed cabins aboard a 5* river ship
Private home-to-airport transfers
