Whether you’re a cruise expert or a newbie to the cruising life, there are plenty of different sized ships and cruises to choose from. Which of our luxurious ships will you travel on next?
We understand that choosing the right cruise for you can be a little daunting, especially if you’re new to the world of cruising, so we’ve put together a brief guide below to summarise the different ship types and the cruises we offer, from coastal to island cruising.
What’s the difference between the ships?
Our ships vary depending on where you’re headed. Ships vary in size and style, but with Riviera Travel you can rest assured that no matter the ship, you’ll be cruising in the utmost luxury and comfort.
- River cruise ships are long, low and perfect for meandering along the wide rivers of Europe, in both shallow and deep waters, whilst smoothly navigating through locks and bridges.
- We use yachts to cruise the Adriatic and Dalmatian coasts as they are gentle and can cruise still waters with ease, plus they’re small enough to nip into the small ports and harbours.
Which? Recommended Provider: the best-value river cruises

Our first-class ships and cabins provide a top-notch experience for our guests - they've rated us 5/5 for our cabins, onboard dining, customer service and spacious ships.
Find out more about why we were rated the Best-value River Cruise line by Which? in our latest blog post.