Trafalgar to launch European river cruises in 2026

Trafalgar will expand into river cruising in spring 2026, launching two itineraries along the Rhine and Danube. This marks the company’s entry into the river cruise market, with both journeys available for booking from today through travel partners, ahead of public sales.

The first two itineraries include an eight-day Danube cruise aboard the 128-passenger Trafalgar Reverie, and a 10-day Rhine itinerary aboard the 128-passenger Trafalgar Verity. Both routes will feature guided excursions, guest-hosted dining experiences, and onboard programmes focused on culture, sustainability, and wellness.

The Best of the Danube itinerary runs from Budapest to Passau, and includes guided visits in Budapest, Bratislava and Vienna, as well as a hosted meal at Weingut Nikolaihof, one of Austria’s oldest wineries. The itinerary also includes a visit…