Wine River Cruises
Terraced vineyards at the water’s edge, tastings on deck and winemaker dinners ashore. A wine river cruise is the most delicious way to sail Europe.
A wine river cruise pairs all-inclusive river cruising with the great wine regions of Europe: Portugal’s port-wine Douro, the châteaux of Bordeaux, the Riesling villages of the Rhine and Moselle, and the Burgundy-to-Provence Rhône. Expect onboard tastings, sommelier hosts, winemaker dinners and vineyard excursions — and a specialist who matches the river, line and harvest season.
Why a Wine River Cruise?
Vineyards at the water
Sail past terraced vineyards and dock in wine country.
Tastings & sommeliers
Onboard tastings, winemaker dinners and expert hosts.
All-inclusive rivers
Excursions, regional dining and wine included.
A dedicated specialist
We match the river, line and harvest season.
Europe’s Wine Rivers
Douro
Portugal’s terraced port-wine valley.
Bordeaux & the Garonne
Château country and Saint-Émilion.
Rhine & Moselle
Riesling villages and hairpin vineyards.
Rhône
Burgundy, Beaujolais and Provence.
Popular Wine Cruise Itineraries
- Douro Valley — Porto & the wine estates
- Bordeaux — Médoc, Saint-Émilion & Sauternes
- Rhône — Burgundy, Beaujolais & Provence
- Rhine & Moselle Riesling sailings
- Wachau (Danube) & harvest-season departures
Ready for a wine river cruise?
Tell us your wine region, dates and preferred line and we’ll compare the best sailings. Get up to 5 free, no-obligation quotes from a river cruise specialist.
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Wine River Cruises — Frequently Asked Questions
Which river is best for wine?
The Douro (port), Bordeaux (Châteaux), and the Rhine/Moselle (Riesling) are the classics; the Rhône runs Burgundy to Provence. A specialist matches your palate.
When is the best time to go?
Spring through fall; the September–October harvest brings festivals and the most vineyard activity.
Are tastings included?
Many wine-themed sailings include tastings and winemaker events; a specialist confirms each line’s program.
How do I get a wine cruise quote?
Request up to 5 free, no-obligation quotes from a river cruise specialist and compare rivers, lines and dates.