TUI River Cruises European and Nile River Cruises 2026 / 2027
TUI River Cruises Summer 2026 / 2027, and Winter 2026 / 2027 – Adults only cruises, Full Board Plus – Browse Deals
TUI River Cruises – when it comes to seeing Europe’s tucked-away towns and bustling cities, river cruising’s the way to do it. Cruise the Rhine and see the Netherlands, Germany and Switzerland on TUI’s eight-day Rhine Explorer Itinerary. Discover the Danube, cover everything from Vienna’s palaces to Budapest’s baths. And two new ports of call for TUI River Cruises are Serbia and Croatia.
New! – TUI Luzia is the newest ship to join the fleet, and it’s first new build ship! Sailing the Douro in Portugal for Summer 2027, it is available to book now.
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New – Sail along the River Nile onboard TUI Al Horeya. These Egyptian Cruises are the perfect way to experience the incredible history and culture of Egypt with an onboard Egyptologist -.
The TUI Aria is the largest capacity ship to join the fleet. With a pool with a retractable roof you’ll be able to enjoy a swim on board no matter the weather. The TUI Aria will be calling at some incredible destinations in the Netherlands, Switzerland, Belgium and Germany.
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TUI River Cruises Personalised Cruising
With TUI River Cruises you can tailor your on board experience, with:
- A range of excursions plus TUI include excursion credit.
- Easy-going atmosphere – Wine, dine or watch the world go by.
- TUI’s trusted service – “We’re here to help”.
TUI River Cruise Ships
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There are three TUI River Cruise Ships to choose from and they’re all adults-only and full board plus*. Think of the TUI ships as floating, boutique hotels that’ll transport you from world-famous cities to under-the-radar towns – sometimes dropping in on more than one destination a day. You won’t be short on home comforts, plus there’ll be multiple restaurants and lounges for wining and dining. The outdoor space is in good supply, so you can take it all in from the top deck.
There’ll be a maximum of 155 guests on board at any time. As such, you can really get to know your fellow passengers throughout the week, while also having your own space. And, with one crew member to every four guests, you’ll be on first-name terms in no time. Plus, all our ships are adults only, so you can expect a grown-up atmosphere.
The TUI River Cruise Ships are:
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TUI River Cruises Cruise Itineraries
TUI River cruises have some exciting areas of Europe’s waterways to explore:
- Cruise the Rhine and tick off the Netherlands, Germany and Switzerland on the eight-day Rhine Explorer itinerary or the Rhine Gems.
- Discover the Danube and cover everything from Vienna’s palaces to Budapest’s baths with the Danube Waltz or the East Danube Explorer
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TUI River Cruise Christmas Markets
Get away with TUI River Cruises and visit the best German Christmas Markets for Winter 2025 & Winter 2026
The TUI river cruise line has added three new Christmas market sailings for Winter 2025 / 2026 departing from the new embarkation port of Wiesbaden; Festive Flavours, Winter Wonderlands and Christmastime on the Rhine. Cruisers can expect to visit some of Germany’s biggest cities, with the brightest Christmas markets, and seeing famous landmarks along the way.
Additionally, the TUI river cruise winter programme will feature sailings for Christmas Day and New Year departing from Wiesbaden. The Rhine Christmas Celebrations is a seven-night itinerary where cruisers will spend Christmas Day in Dusseldorf as well as stopping in big-name German towns such as Cologne and Mainz. New Year Getaway is perfect for guests wanting to celebrate the New Year in style docking in Frankfurt ready for the clock striking midnight, before calling at German and French cities including Mannheim and Strasbourg.
TUI River Cruise Christmas and Festive Itineraries include:
- Festive Flavours
- Winter Wonderlands
- Christmastime on the Rhine
- Mistletoe & Rhine
- Yuletide Wonders
- A Festive Fairy Tale
- New Year’s Rhine Celebrations
- Rhine Christmas Charms
- A Rhineland New Year
- Legends of the Nile
TUI River Cruises Excursions
Each of the TUI river cruise itineraries has been tailor-made to offer a different experience. They include free guided walking tours, plus you can also head out on a paid excursion, or explore on your own. And, in some ports, you can tour on two wheels with complimentary bike hire. Either way, you’ll be immersed in the local culture, getting under the skin of Europe’s cities and squirrelled-away villages.
TUI River Cruises Travel Details and What’s Included
TUI take care of all your travel – from flights to transfers – so you’ve got more time to soak up the scenery. TUI have direct flights from the UK, with most transfers limited to an hour or less, and a quick check-in process, freeing up more time to discover a new destination. Plus, the ships will usually tie up in town. If they dock a little further out, often there’s a free transfer.
TUI river cruises combine standout service and culture-packed excursions with nightly entertainment and a choice of restaurants and lounges. . It’s not just the cruise that’s included with your package, either – your flights, transfers, three meals with drinks per day, your tips, and your luggage allowance all come as standard. When it comes to destinations, TUI European river cruises tick off everything from big-name cities like Budapest and Vienna, to hidden gems like Cochem and Durnstein. River-wise, TUI itineraries sail on the Rhine, the Main, the Moselle, the Danube, and the Dutch and Belgian waterways.
Summer 2026, Summer 2027and Winter 2025 / 2026 Adults only – TUI River Cruises