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Delight in musical performances from the world's greatest composers or the most colourful and authentic traditional dance and song from around the globe. Prick up your ears, here are our top musical picks to enjoy on your next trip!

As you travel with Riviera, we'll explore the world's musical landscapes, discovering not just new sounds, but also the rich tapestries of the cultures from which they emerge.

From jazz dancing through the air of a vibrant street to the fiery chords giving life to the drama and romance of Spain's flamenco, music transcends borders and languages and offers a unique connection to the very soul of each destination. As you explore new landscapes, the universal language of music becomes a bridge to better understanding and experiencing the very heart of different cultures; every region has its distinctive sound, each note and rhythm telling its own fascinating story of heritage, tradition, and passion.

There are few cities in the world where the elegance and grandeur of classical music are more evident than in Vienna. The Austrian capital is synonymous with the works of Johann Strauss and Mozart. You'll find Vienna's musical scene is not just a nod to history but very much a living tradition, with performances that still draw and captivate audiences from around the world.

Our top picks include all this and more, so take a look...

Unbeatable value, which always includes

  • Accommodation on board luxury ships or hand-picked hotels in the best locations
  • Insightful excursions & visits with local guides
  • Expert Tour Manager looking after you throughout
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • All additional taxes

View our holidays for music lovers

Primate's Palace Hall of Mirrors with piano

River Cruise

The Music of the Blue Danube River Cruise

  • 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 of famous composers
  • Learn how to waltz in the city where it originated with a dance class
Fountain with sculptures and the Natural History Museum in Vienna, Austria
A distant view of Melk abbey on a rocky outcrop above the Danube river, Austria
Salzburg skyline with river Salzach in springtime, Austria
Wiener Ringstrasse with Burgtheater and tram at sunrise, Vienna, Austria

River Cruise

The Blue Danube River Cruise

  • Austria, Hungary, Slovakia
  • 5* ships
  • 9 included experiences
  • Full board dining
  • Our most popular River Cruise
Classic view of Salzburg and Festung Hohensalzburg fortress illuminated at Christmas time in Austria
Traditional Christmas market at Vienna Town Hall at night in front of town hall
Aerial view of Salzburg's Christmas Market illuminated at night in Austria

River Cruise

Christmas on the Danube River Cruise

  • Austria, Hungary, Slovakia
  • 5* ships
  • Full board with Christmas Gala dinner
  • 9 included experiences
  • Live Christmas classical quartet recital
  • Hungarian Christmas Folklore Show

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