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Try something different on your next cruise—barge cruising! These unique and small vessels are a new take on an old way to navigate the waters of the world. As tourism has increased throughout Europe, owners of old cargo barges have taken time to convert their vessels into now-luxurious hosts of your cruise, giving you exclusive access to canals and rivers all from aboard a truly intimate boat, often hosting fewer than 12 passengers. Contact us for more information on the treasured experience of barge cruising!

10 Best Barge Cruises for 2024-2025

Best Barge Cruising Deals for 2024-2025

Trip NameSaveFromDaysNext DepartureSummary
Melodies of the Danube - Cruise OnlySavings$30998Mar 25, 2024Sail down the Danube River through Europe on this 8-day river cruise aboard the MS Amabella. Experience the different cultures, customs, and history …
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European Classic Cruise - Gascony, FranceSavings$54907Apr 7, 2024Discover the beauty of Gascony as Rosa takes you on a 7-day cruise to see the countryside of Southern France. Explore the towns of the region that …
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Danube ExplorerSavings$68908Apr 14, 2024Experience beautiful Europe on this 8-day voyage with river cruise ship, Emerald Star. Take advantage of the exciting and relaxing facilities on …
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Vineyards of the Rhine & Mosel - Cruise OnlySavings$33998Apr 17, 2024MS Amaprima hosts this exciting 8-day cruise along the Rhine and Mosel. Explore splendid Cologne with its magnificent dome and admire the picturesque …
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Splendours of EuropeSavings$1119015Aug 2, 2024Embark on the 15-day Splendours of Europe cruise aboard the Emerald Destiny, traveling from Amsterdam to Budapest. Discover the wonders of the …
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Burgundy CruiseSavings$56907Mar 31, 2024Experience river cruising aboard the L’Art de Vivre on its 7-day adventure starting and ending in the city of love, Paris. Explore the beauty that …
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Rhine HighlightsSavings$90908May 15, 2024From Amsterdam to Basel, journey along the Rhine in all-inclusive luxury. Explore Amsterdam's famous canals, relax in the spa town of Baden-Baden, …
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Medieval Treasures - Cruise OnlySavings$37998May 1, 2024Discover this medieval region of Germany, France, and Switzerland on a unique 8-day Rhine & Main River cruise aboard the MS Amaprima, including …
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Medieval Treasures - Cruise OnlySavings$38998Jun 12, 2024Discover this medieval region of Germany, France, and Switzerland on a unique 8-day Rhine & Main River cruise aboard the MS Amacerto, including …
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Rhine & Moselle Fairytales - Cruise OnlySavings$499912May 15, 2024Board the MS Amaprima for an 11-night cruise from Amsterdam to Zurich. Enjoy an extensive lineup of included tours and in many cases, choose between …
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The World's Top 9 Barge Cruising Destinations for 2024-2025

Top 10 Barge Charters for 2024-2025

Trip NameFromDaysNext DepartureSummary
Serenity Cruise - Low Water$14075Mar 26, 2024Join this 5-day Mekong River cruise from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap. Travel across the mighty Mekong delta to get an inside look at Cambodian culture. …
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Svalbard Encounter Expedition Micro Cruise$111858May 12, 2025Join the 8-day summer cruise through Svalbard aboard the MV Vikingfjord and discover the breathtaking wilderness, glaciers, and natural beauty of …
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The Lost Civilization - High Water$25628Sep 7, 2024Experience the Mekong River during the high water season on this 8-day cruise on The Jahan. This expedition takes you from Saigon to Siem Reap, …
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The Lost Civilization - High Water$23648Sep 14, 2024Embark on this 8-day high river expedition on the Jayavarman and experience the Mekong River as it flows from Saigon to Siem Reap. Explore the lower …
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Panama's Parks and Beaches$21609Apr 4, 2024Choose a 9-day Panama National Parks and Beaches tour, and discover Old Panama ruins, iconic Canal views, lush waterfalls, and thrilling zip line …
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Highlights of Classical Greece$38637Apr 1, 2024This 7-day tour of classical Greece will explore Athens and its rich cultural heritage. Visit the charming town of Nafplion and its beautiful …
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Serenity Cruise - Low Water$14315Mar 19, 2024Take this 5-day Low Water Mekong River cruise from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap aboard the Jayavarman. Travel across the mighty Mekong Delta to get an …
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The Lost Civilization - Low Water$23648Mar 23, 2024Embark on this 8-day Mekong River cruise from Siem Reap to Saigon during low water season and discover the wonders of the Mekong. Experience the …
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The Lost Civilization - High Water$23648Sep 7, 2024Explore the Mekong on this 8-day high-water Mekong River cruise from Siem Reap to Saigon. Get an inside look at the southern cultures of Vietnam and …
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Pearl of the Orient$11504Mar 30, 2024On this 4-day journey from Saigon to Phnom Penh, cruise the lower Mekong River in majestic style aboard the Jayavarman. Discover the culture and …
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Barge Cruising Travel Guide

Top Barge Cruising Destinations in Europe

Cruising the canals of Europe is a relaxing way to enjoy the company of friends and family. Here are some of the hot spots:

France is considered the crème de la crème of barge cruising with the best-established barging culture where you can explore the canals and waterways of: Canal du Midi in the South of France, the Alsace-Lorraine region sailing the Marne-Rhine Canal to Strasbourg, and the famous wine regions of  Burgundy and Champagne. Some barge cruises even arrive to Paris.

Scotland & Ireland -  Sail the length of Loch Ness on the lookout for Nessy or cruise Ireland's Shannon River in a barge.

Germany  - where you can explore the picturesque Moselle River on a barge

Netherlands and Belgium whose canals make excellent barge cruising territory.

Italy's Po River features barge cruises beginning in Venice.
 
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