The True Cost of River Cruising: 2026 Price Comparison Charts by River

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What does a river cruise really cost? If you’ve spent any time looking at cruise line websites, you know that lead-in rates rarely tell the whole story. Between port charges, gratuities, laundry and varying levels of shore excursion inclusions, comparing “Line A” to “Line B” is often an apples-to-oranges nightmare. To solve this, we developed […]

Rhone River Cruise Guide: What Does It Cost?

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If the Saône is the quiet, refined “Burgundy” side of the family, the Rhône is its dramatic, sun-drenched sister. Flowing from the Swiss Alps through the heart of Southern France to the Mediterranean, the Rhône is a river of intense light, Roman history, and wild landscapes. Sailing the Rhône is a sensory feast. You’ll move […]

CroisiEurope Announces Wine-Focused Rhône & Saône Cruise for 2026

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CroisiEurope, Europe’s largest river cruise operator, has announced a new wine-themed itinerary along the Rhône and Saône rivers, launching October 21, 2026. The seven-night cruise offers guests the chance to explore some of France’s most renowned and scenic wine regions, paired with immersive cultural excursions. Sailing round trip from Lyon aboard the MS Rhône Princess, […]

The Rhône Less Traveled: Your 2025 Dream Cruise Awaits

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We chose the Rhône for our this year’s Dream Cruise because, well, simply, we love Provence. The Dream Cruise is an annual hosted river cruise led by us, your River Cruise Advisors, bringing together like-minded readers of our blog for a week of exploration, culture, and relaxation. It’s also an ideal option for those nervous about […]