European River Cruises - Award Winning Family Cruises

Discover Adventures by Disney River Cruises with exclusive sailings down the scenic Danube and Rhine Rivers on the distinguished ships of AmaWaterways, a leader in luxury river cruising. Enjoy stops along the way at fascinating destinations in the heart of Europe, with activities to please every member of your family.

Adventures by Disney River Cruise Destinations

Choose one of our exciting Adventures by Disney River Cruises—and create unforgettable memories on your family vacation!…

Seine River Cruise
A 10-day/9-night, all-inclusive adventure through France

Rhine River Cruise
An 8-day/7-night, all-inclusive adventure to 6 destinations in 4 countries—France, Germany, Switzerland and The Netherlands

Danube River Cruise
An 8-day/7-night, all-inclusive adventure to 8 destinations in 4 countries—Germany, Austria, Slovakia and Hungary

Holiday Danube River Cruise
An 8-day/7-night, all-inclusive adventure to 7 destinations in 3 countries—Germany, Austria and Hungary

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Adventures in Each Destination

Enjoy a wide range of activities designed with families in mind to experience the best in each destination.…

Once you're onboard your ship, you can design your own vacation! Customize your trip to fit your family's preferences by choosing your day's itinerary—with options ranging from active, thrilling adventures to more thought-provoking pursuits. Make the most of the natural beauty, culture, cuisine and ambiance of each destination for a thoroughly enjoyable time!

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Awards and Accolades

Check out what people are saying about Adventures by Disney River Cruise vacations!

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Cruise Critic’s 2017 Editors’ Picks Awards: River Cruise Lines

Best River Cruise Line for Families (Adventures by Disney/AmaWaterways)
Best River Cruise Line (AmaWaterways)
Best River Cruise Line for Active Cruisers (AmaWaterways)

Travel + Leisure
Thinking of a river cruise vacation? Find out what it’s like to cruise down the Danube River in this insightful Travel + Leisure article.

Conde Nast Traveler
Discover why Disney Cruises aren't just for kids in this Conde Nast Traveler's article.

Afar Magazine
See why Afar Magazine named the Adventures by Disney Rhine River Cruise one of the Top 5 river cruises for adults and kids alike.

USA Today
Check out USA Today's stunning article about this Adventures by Disney-exclusive sailing with AmaWaterways—a leader in luxury river cruising. And see what Guests say about our magnificent port adventures as well as the terrific activities and amenities offered onboard.

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Adventure Guides

See the world through the eyes of a storyteller—and become part of the story!…

When you travel on an Adventures by Disney River Cruise, relax knowing that your Adventure Guides are handling the details, making your trip hassle-free. Just as important, your Adventure Guides along with local experts tell the story of each destination, helping you connect to the people, culture and traditions of the places you visit.

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All Inclusive

With an Adventures by Disney River Cruise vacation, you can rest easy knowing that the travel essentials you require are included in your trip.…

Some of the accommodations, services and amenities you can expect in your stay are:

Deluxe cruise accommodations in an outside stateroom
Your choice of multiple excursions daily
Services of Adventure Guides, local experts and the onboard Cruise Director and staff
All gratuities onboard and at restaurants
Fine dining (breakfast, lunch and dinner) served onboard
Unlimited local wine, beer and soft drinks with every lunch and dinner onboard
Select meals off the ship for additional experiences with regional cuisine
A cocktail reception, special welcome dinner and Captain's Gala Dinner
Onboard entertainment including a nightly piano lounge, baking class for kids, karaoke nights and more
Bottled water in all staterooms replenished daily
WiFi

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Cultural Immersion

When you're on an Adventures by Disney River Cruise, be truly immersed in each destination, whether you're ziplining above the Black Forest, visiting a local apricot farm or touring a medieval castle. Each stop is an invitation to get to know new cultures—and sometimes offers an opportunity to participate in thrilling adventures!…

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Easy and Flexible

On an Adventures by Disney River Cruise, your "hotel" travels with you so you only need to pack and unpack once. Without having the distraction of travel-planning for each destination, you're free to spend quality time with your family, enjoying fun-filled days and nights.…

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Something for Everyone

The Adventures by Disney River Cruises were designed for families. Our itineraries offer a variety of experiences that parents, children and teens can enjoy—ranging from active excursions, castle and museum tours and unique onboard activities to Disney movie nights for Junior Adventurers and wine tasting for adults.…

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Adventures by Disney Provides Exclusive Sailing on AmaWaterways Ships

On your Adventures by Disney River Cruise, experience the ultimate in luxury traveling on an AmaWaterways Ship. Delight in your comfortable deluxe stateroom, locally sourced cuisine and wine, incredible views and state-of the-art amenities including internet access, in-room entertainment and a heated swimming pool.…