Art & History River Cruises | Riviera Travel

Explore our luxurious River Cruises perfect for the cultural connoisseur with a passion for the Arts, Music and History across Europe.

Here's what river cruise expert, Bethan, says about our Art and History cruise

"Discover a side of France that is less seen. Visit the Chauvet Caves, which offer a unique glimpse into pre-history, explore the archaeological site at Cybele Gardens and enjoy Van Gogh’s art at the foundation, where exhibitions contrast beautifully with the ancient art in the caves. This itinerary beautifully blends French history and art through the ages, and we’ve enjoyed crafting it for you!"

-Bethan Davies, Product Executive

Explore our Art & History River Cruises

Beautiful view of famous Mirabell Gardens with the old historic Fortress Hohensalzburg in the background in Salzburg, Austria

A distant view of Melk abbey on a rocky outcrop above the Danube river, Austria

Schloss Schonbrunn Kronprinzengarten - manicured gardens in front of a grand house, Vienne, Austria

View of the famous Esztergom Basilica in Esztergom, Hungary

Austria, Hungary, Slovakia
5* ships
Full board
11 included experiences
Visit Schönbrunn Palace
Explore historic towns and cities
Visit Esztergom Basilica and Melk Abbey

Ludwig van Beethoven statue in Bonn, Germany

Antique cuckoo clocks on a white wall

France, Germany, Switzerland
5* ships
9 tours and visits
Full board dining
Guided tour of Beethoven's Bonn
Visit the cuckoo clockmakers of the Black Forest
Visit to Siegfried’s Mechanical Music Cabinet in Rüdesheim

Temple of Augustus and Livia in Vienne, France

France
5* ships
Full board dining
12 included experiences
Return Eurostar, TGV & transfers
Visit historic Avignon
See remarkable Roman ruins
A walking tour of Van Gogh's Arles

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Austria, Hungary, Slovakia
5* ships
12 included experiences
Full board dining
Enjoy on board musical performances
Guided tours of the most historic towns and cities
Behind the scenes tour with the renowned Vienna Boys Choir

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Primate's Palace Hall of Mirrors with piano

Austria, Hungary, Slovakia
5* ships
Full board
11 included experiences
7 nights on board a five-star ship
Enjoy magnificent performances on board
Guided tours of historic towns and cities
Waltz in the city where it originated

Panoramic view of lavender filed in Valensole, Provence, France

France
5* ships
Full board dining
11 included experiences

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