Choose from 10 unique 7-night itineraries and explore the Danube and Rhine rivers aboard Europe’s youngest river fleet.  With nearly double the space per guest than ships of similar size, Crystal’s four river cruise sister ships host only 106 guests in all-inclusive, butler-serviced luxury.

Where could you go on a Crystal River Cruise?

Crystal’s four luxury sister ships take their 106 guests on the Danube and Rhine rivers.

Cruise on the Danube between Budapest, Vienna and Vilshofen, and explore Germany, Austria and Hungary.  (Or let us add a side-visit to Prague.)

Explore the Rhine, between Amsterdam and Basel, where you’ll enjoy the Netherlands, Germany and Switzerland.

Or set sail on a Christmas Markets river cruise and soak in the atmosphere of historical holiday celebrations.  Shop for Christmas gifts (nutcrackers or cuckoo clocks, anyone?

Your Crystal River Cruise Onboard Experience

We’ve often said that a river cruise is a wonderful way to explore Europe. Some of the continent’s most important cities and pittoresque villages are found along the Rhine and Danube.

Why choose a Crystal river cruise?  Unique to the river cruise market in Europe, Crystal’s ships are all-balcony, all-suite ships with king-size beds. You won’t find “swan view” rooms at the waterline. Every room category enjoys butler service, and the ships offer twice the number of crew per gust than the industry average. Your fare includes flexible dining in multiple restaurants; 24-hour in-suite dining; butler service; open bars with unlimited Champagne, wines and spirits; a choice of shore excursion options in every port and private luxury motor coaches with Wi-Fi.

For details, view the Crystal River Cruises 2021 Advance Purchase Rates (pdf), or call the team at Q at (312) 266 7447 or (888) 744 7397.

What you should know:

Crystal River Cruises Advance Purchase Savings 2021 (APS) program is capacity controlled and will be honored on a first-come, first-served basis.  The fare is cruise-only, per guest, and based on double occupancy.  Taxes, fees and port charges are additional. Fares apply to new bookings in categories S5-S1 on select voyages, based on availability at time of reservation. Final payment is due within 7 days. Guest may change to alternative available APS voyage at any time prior to December 31, 2020 at no charge. Not combinable with all percentage discounts, Crystal Assured Savings Program and Future Cruise Credits (FCC).  Future Cruise Payments (FCPs) may be applied. All offers may not be combinable with other promotions, apply to first two full-fare guests in stateroom are suite, are capacity controlled and subject to availability.  Offers may be withdrawn or changed at any time without notice.  Additional restrictions apply.  Call ÐÓ°É´«Ã½ for details. Ship’s Registries: Malta. 

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You’ll then have nearly a year – until March 31, 2021 – to select your perfect cruise on itineraries departing through the end of 2022.

Depending on the itinerary and category you select, 2.5% savings can add up to hundreds or even thousands of dollars of savings! Best of all, the additional 2.5% discount is combinable with nearly all other offers, including 2-for1 Fares, Book Now Savings, your Crystal Society past guest savings and more.

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Uniworld Boutique River Cruises

The name says it all: Uniworld Boutique River Cruises is a company that operates uniquely designed floating boutique hotels. With the help of designers of the Red Carnation Hotel Group, each ship is unique, with museum-quality artwork, handmade Savoir of London beds.  On Uniworld, you won’t find any cookie cutter designs!

Your fare includes magnificent meals, open bars throughout the ship, your choice of daily excursions with local guides, bikes and Nordic walking sticks for use during your cruise, a fitness center with exercise classes ²¹²Ô»åÌýWi-Fi.  Gratuities ²¹²Ô»åÌýscheduled transfers are included too.

Booking Uniworld Our Best Offer Ever with ÐÓ°É´«Ã½

As if up to 30% savings on a European river cruise is not enough, book your Uniworld Boutique River Cruise with the Chicago river cruise experts of ÐÓ°É´«Ã½ and you’ll enjoy additional benefits, including a credit to spend onboard (spa treatment, anyone?) or, on some sailings, Virtuoso Voyages benefits.

Uniworld Our Best Offer Ever River Cruise Itineraries

Guests eager to see the world on one of the floating boutique hotels of Uniworld Boutique River Cruises can choose from a wide range of itineraries and departure dates, including select departure dates on the following itineraries:

• Castles along the Rhine, between Amsterdam and Basel
• Portrait of Majestic France, Paris to Bordeaux
• Bordeaux, Vineyards & Chateaux, France, from Bordeaux, France
• Burgundy & Provence, between Lyon and Avignon, France
• Delightful Danube & Prague, from Budapest to Prague
• Enchanting Danube & Munich, from Budapest to Passau
• European Jewels, from Budapest to Amsterdam (15 days)
• Gems of Northern Italy from Venice, Italy
• Grand France, from Paris to Avignon (15 days)
• Highlights of Eastern Europe, from Budapest to Bucharest (10 days)
• Imperial Waterways of Russia, between St. Petersburg and Moscow
• Jewels of Spain, Portugal & The Douro River, from Porto, Portugal
• Legendary Rhine & Moselle, from Amsterdam to Basel (13 days)
• Paris & Normandy, from Paris, France
• Portugal, Spain and the Douro River Valley, from Porto, Portugal
• Splendors of Italy, from Venice, Italy
• Tulips and Windmills, between Amsterdam, the Netherlands and Antwerp, Belgium
• Ultimate France, from Avignon to Bordeaux (22 days)

Book early, as the best available rooms and suites sell out quickly!  Just give the river cruise experts at Q a call for details.

What you should know

*Our Best Offer Ever is valid for new, individual bookings on select 2018 itineraries and departure dates only, made between 11/6/2017 and 3/31/2018. Offer applies to full-fare bookings only. Availability of all stateroom categories cannot be guaranteed. All fares and savings listed are in US Dollars. Fares featured are for cruise or cruise/tour only, per person (unless otherwise noted) based on double occupancy. Rates for single guests are available upon request. Rates and savings vary by itinerary, departure date and category of accommodations. Offer is not combinable with any other promotional offer or program, except River Heritage Club past passenger savings/benefits. Offer is capacity controlled and may be modified or withdrawn at any time. Other restrictions may apply. For further details, please call the river cruise experts at Q.

Where you can go

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On AmaWaterways Cambodia and Vietnam River Cruises, you’ll cruise along the exotic Mekong River in Vietnam and Cambodia. Explore the many cultural treasures that these fascinating countries have to offer.

This is not your “typical” river cruise

Ever cruised on the rivers of Europe? AmaWaterways Cambodia and Vietnam River Cruises are quite different. While you will visit larger cities, like Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia, or Sa Dec, the town where French writer Marguerite Duras lived, you’ll also visit tiny settlements. Picture your ship pulling up to the shore, and dropping the gangway, allowing you to enjoy the countryside of Cambodia and Vietnam.

Daily excursions with expert local guides are included. In addition to the more traditional excursions via motor coach, you’ll also enjoy more adventurous modes of transportation – including a ride in an oxcart, a tuk tuk or a trishaw. Of course, much of life in Cambodia and Vietnam is based around the river. You’ll travel by small boats to see the local markets or workshops where fine paper, sweets or other handicrafts are created. You might visit a school and have a chance to interact with local students eager to try out their English with you. You might even be fortunate enough to be blessed by Buddhist monks in a stunning pagoda.

What can you see on AmaWaterways Cambodia and Vietnam River Cruises?

The scenery of the magnificent Mekong is amazing. When we cruised here, we enjoyed visiting the rural villages and floating markets along the river, spotting historic pagodas and waiving at families and little children that are excited to see your ship sail by their homes ashore. You’ll also learn more about the less positive history of Cambodia and Vietnam, and have the opportunity to visit the Killing Fields and Genocide Museum in Phnom Penh. If you prefer, you can also visit the Royal Palace, Cambodia National Museum and the Central Market.

And since you are so far away, we highly recommend that you add a 3-night Siem Reap land program so you can visit Angkor Wat, from $799 per person, or an 8-night land program that includes 2 nights in Hanoi, an overnight cruise on Ha Long Bay, 3 nights in Siem Reap/Angkor Wat and 2 nights in Ho Chi Minh City from $2,199* per person. (Intra-Asia flight and taxes are additional.)

Your Cambodia and Vietnam river cruise ship: the AmaDara

The 124-passenger AmaDara made her debut in 2015 and is in a class unto itself, with distinct French Colonial décor and accented by Mekong artifacts made by native craftsmen. All staterooms and suites features twin balconies – both a French and an outside balcony – and are at least 251 sq. ft.  Suites range from 366 to 502 sq. ft. You’ll find a spa onboard, as well as a fitness room, gift shop, hair salon and a pool on the Sun Deck. Savor authentic regional delicacies and Western cuisine in the main restaurant. Dine at The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant.  Throughout your cruise, you’ll be treated to unlimited complimentary wine with lunch and dinner, as well as house brand spirits, local beer and soft drinks.

AmaWaterways is one of our favorite river cruises.  With a near perfect review score from our Virtuoso guests, AmaWaterways river cruises allow you to explore Europe, Asia and Africa, from the comfort of your floating hotel.

2018 AmaWaterways Cambodia and Vietnam River Cruises

Although AmaWaterways operates its Mekong river cruises throughout most of the year. Generally, the least expensive period to travel in Cambodia and Vietnam is in the summer:

• Riches of the Mekong, Prek Kdam – Ho Chi Minh City cruise, August, September, December 2018, from $1,649* per person. (Other dates available)
• Charms of the Mekong, Ho Chi Minh City – Prek Kdam cruise, August, September, November, December 2018, from $1,549* per person. (Other dates available)

For details and alternative dates, view our AmaWaterways Cambodia Vietnam river cruises 2018 pdf.  Please give the river cruise experts at Q a call if you’d like to learn more about AmaWaterways Cambodia and Vietnam River Cruises.

What you should know

Promotional fares are valid on select departures for new bookings only, made by December 31, 2017. All rates are per person in USD for cruise only, based on double occupancy in a base category stateroom (Category C) unless stated otherwise and may vary by departure date. $1,500 savings is per stateroom based on double occupancy. Solo travelers will receive the single supplement waived offer in place of this discount, excluding suites, on select sailings. Offers are combinable with AmaWaterways’ Past Passenger Privilege program and Future Cruise Benefit Program.  Port charges, land programs, roundtrip airfare and other expenses of a personal nature are additional. Offers are not combinable with other promotions and limited to availability, capacity controlled and subject to change/termination without notice. Please refer to AmaWaterways Cambodia Vietnam river cruises 2018 pdf for further details.

Where you can go

Visit our .  The above listed promotions don’t apply to all cruises shown.  Just give one of Q’s river cruise experts a call and we’ll check the best fares and availability for you.

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If you love flowers and gardens, you simply must take a river cruise at tulip time in the Netherlands at least once. Stunning fields of colorful flowers, as far as the eye can see; the famous Keukenhof Gardens, Holland in the spring never disappoints.

And on an Avalon Waterways Tulip Time river cruise, you’ll enjoy modern ships featuring spacious Panorama Suites with wall-to-wall panoramic windows, creating an open-air balcony.

On top of that, you’ll have a chance to explore historical yet always modern Amsterdam. You’ll also cruise through Rotterdam harbor and then choose to visit Gouda, famous for its Gouda cheese, syrup waffles and elaborate city hall. Many of your fellow guests will choose to visit the Keukenhof this afternoon. Picture over 70 acres of parkland with lakes, sculpture gardens, greenhouses and a windmill. Every year, 7 million flower bulbs are planted.

Next is Antwerp, Belgium’s second-largest city and one of the world’s most ancient seaports. Here you’ll find fabulous architecture, chic shops (Antwerp is known for modern fashion and diamonds) and of course Belgian chocolates, beers and other culinary delights. Antwerp is followed by Ghent, a city full of medieval charm and power.  Your local guide will point out a showcase of medieval Flemish wealth and commercial success. Heard of The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb, created by the Van Eyck brothers around 1432? You’ll get to see it in St. Baaf’s Cathedral.

Returning to the Netherlands, you’ll learn about the way this country that is largely below sea level protects itself from the sea at the Delta Works. Middelburg acquaints you with the Dutch East India Company and its rich history. Visit the fortifications of Willemstad before returning to Amsterdam. A canal boat ride along the elegant canals (grachten) will show off Amsterdam’s “Golden Age”.

Our April 20, 2018 departure date offers Q preferred pricing from as low as $2,099* per person, including prepaid gratuities.  More options are available: just call us for details.

Avalon Waterways Tulip Time River Cruise

Avalon Waterways Tulip Time River Cruise on the Rhine,
April 20-27, 2018, on Avalon Illumination

• Cruise from Amsterdam, the Netherlands on this 7 night/8 days river cruise.
• Your cruise includes river view accommodations; fresh, locally inspired meals with wine and beer at lunch and dinner; daily excursions with local guides; internet access and more.
• Fares from $2,099* plus $168 in taxes per person, based on double occupancy in a Category E room. Gratuities included. Call now for the best availability

For more details, download a flyer (pdf) about this Avalon Tulip Time Cruise 2018.  Additional dates available, just call us for details.

What you should know

Book by November 28, 2017 to benefit from the above fares and included gratuities. All fares and room types are subject to availability. Port charges and taxes, airfare, transfers, travel insurance and other expenses of a personal nature are additional. Prepaid gratuities are for shipboard personnel and based on Avalon’s recommended amount of EUR 15 per person per day.

To reserve your space, or for more details, please contact ÐÓ°É´«Ã½.

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When you sail along Europe’s most storied rivers aboard AmaWaterways Wine Cruises, you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy signature twin-balcony staterooms, multiple dining venues and a sun-deck pool with swim-up bar. Your floating luxury hotel is designed specifically to maximize every aspect of your experience. Savor exquisite, locally-inspired cuisine complemented by distinctive wines, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner. And with always included excursions, along with guided hiking and biking tours, you can be as active as you want to be while you’re exploring.

But when you join AmaWaterways Wine Cruises in Europe, you’ll be guided into an even more appetizing side of Europe. AmaWaterways Wine Cruises feature an inspiring Wine Host from some of America’s best wine makers. Your Wine Host will help in creating the perfect pairing of onboard and onshore epicurean experiences. Meet local wine makers, stroll through vineyards and private cellars, toast to the good life in renowned wine regions and participate in insightful wine discussions. On board, join your Wine Host and have fun learning how to tantalize your taste buds with a food and wine pairing dinner, or a casual conversation about differences between wines of the Old World and the New World.

AmaWaterways is one of our favorite river cruises.  With a near perfect review score from our Virtuoso guests, AmaWaterways river cruises allow you to explore Europe in detail, from the comfort of your floating hotel.

Where in Europe can you enjoy AmaWaterways Wine Cruises?

Drink up all the splendor of idyllic Burgundy ²¹²Ô»åÌýProvence while sailing along the Rhone River – the perfect place to pair French wines and chocolate. Visit magnificent chateaux in Bordeaux. Enjoy France’s Alsace region as well as Germany’s Moselle and Rhine valleys along the Rhine.  Soak up the beauty and the Port from Portugal’s UNESCO-designated Douro River Valley. Enjoy a sparkling Brut Reserve or a peppery, fruity Gruner Veltliner while cruising through another UNESCO-designated region, Austria’s Wachau Valley.

Whether you’re a foodie, wine connoisseur or simply indulge in a sip here and there, this epicurean adventure with AmaWaterways Wine Cruises gives you a delicious taste of the sweet life.

2017 and 2018 AmaWaterways Wine Cruises

• Romantic Danube from Vilshofen to Budapest, 7 nights from $1,749*
• Melodies of the Danube, from Budapest to Vilshofen, 7 nights from $1,749*
• Captivating Rhine, from Amsterdam to Basel, from $1,749*
• Enchanting Rhine, from Basel to Amsterdam, from $1,849*
• Rhine & Moselle Splendors, from Luxembourg to Basel, from $2,149*
• Europe’s Rivers & Castles, from Nuremberg to Luxembourg, from $1,949*
• Taste of Bordeaux, roundtrip from Bordeaux, from $2,349*
• Paris & Normandy, roundtrip from Paris, from $2,149*
• Colors of Provence, Lyon to Arles or reverse, from $2,149*
• Enticing Douro, roundtrip from Porto, from $3,249*

For details and alternative dates, view our AmaWaterways Wine Cruises 2018 pdf.  Please give the river cruise experts at Q a call if you’d like to learn more about AmaWaterways Wine Cruises.

What you should know

Promotional fares are valid on select departures for new bookings only, made by November 30, 2017. All rates are per person in USD for cruise only, based on double occupancy in a base category stateroom (Category E) unless stated otherwise and may vary by departure date. $1,500 savings is per stateroom based on double occupancy; solo travelers receive $750 savings. Portugal sailings receive $250 savings per person. Single supplement waived promotion is applicable on select dates listed (excluding Portugal); applicable on cruise portion only on all staterooms except category AA+ and higher. Port charges, land programs, roundtrip airfare and other expenses of a personal nature are additional. Savings are per stateroom, based on double occupancy. Offers are not combinable with other promotions and limited to availability, capacity controlled and subject to change/termination without notice. Please refer to our AmaWaterways Wine Cruises 2018 for further details.

Where you can go

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A river cruise in Europe is a great way to get up close and personal to some of the most beautiful sites of Europe.  But an Avalon Waterways Active Discovery river cruise gets you even closer: kayak or hike in stunning scenery; walk through a vineyard (yes, tasting is allowed); try a cooking class with a local chef; get away from the ordinary.  With an Avalon Waterways Active Discovery river cruise, you’re not observing life in Europe: you’re part of it.

Just imagine kayaking with elegant swans as your companions, learning how to make a perfect local dish, or hiking to a gorgeous vantage point, high above the river that takes you past majestic cities and quaint villages.

Your active excursions are included in your cruise fare, as are your meals, wine and beer at dinner, and of course your riverview accommodation.  Not feeling so active one day? No problem, simply join a less strenuous tour!

And on select Avalon Waterways river cruises in 2018 the European river cruise specialists at ÐÓ°É´«Ã½ Chicago will even include your gratuities – a value of over $120 per person per week.

Want to learn more? Take a look at this short .

Here are two itineraries and dates with Q preferred pricing.  More options are available: just call us for details.

Avalon Waterways Active Discovery River Cruise Offers

Avalon Waterways Active Discovery River Cruise on the Rhine,
July 15-22, 2018, on Avalon Felicity

• Cruise from Wiesbaden, near Frankfurt, Germany to Amsterdam, the Netherlands on this 7 night/8 days river cruise.
• Choose the dynamic, interactive activities that appeal to you the most. You’ll have the opportunity to walk through the Rhine wine region for a walk and wine tour; bike along the Rhine; visit a former coal mine, an extinct volcano, historic castles, or a chocolate factory; participate in Roman games at a historical Roman settlement in Xanten, Germany; or channel your inner Rembrandt or Van Gogh at a painting class in Amsterdam.
• Fares from $2,399* plus $168 in taxes per person, based on double occupancy in a Category E room. Gratuities included.  Call now for the best availability

For more details, download a .  Additional dates available, just call us for details.

Avalon Waterways Active Discovery River Cruise on the Danube,
June 17-25 2018, on Avalon Luminary

• Cruise from Linz, Austria to Budapest, Hungary on this 8 night/9 day river cruise.
• Visit highlights like Vienna, kayak on the Danube; explore an ice cave; take an archery lesson; help a farmer in his apricot orchard; descend into an underground salt mine; ascend a mountain during a guided climb; visit a brewery or vineyard, jog to the sights of Vienna or meet with local business people.
• Fares from $2,789* plus $168 in taxes per person, based on double occupancy in a Category E room. And as a special offer, we include gratuities.  Call now for the best availability.

For more details, download a . Additional dates available, just call us for details

What you should know

Book by November 28, 2017 to benefit from the above fares and included gratuities. All fares and room types are subject to availability. Port charges and taxes, airfare, transfers, travel insurance and other expenses of a personal nature are additional. Prepaid gratuities are for shipboard personnel and based on Avalon’s recommended amount of EUR 15 per person per day.

To reserve your space, or for more details, please contact ÐÓ°É´«Ã½.

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In addition to the savings on your river cruise, airfares to Europe are lower too in November and December. Combined, this might just make an affordable getaway or an opportunity to get unique gifts while you get your holiday shopping done on vacation!

Warm up with a hot Rudesheimer Kaffee in its name sake town on the Rhine river. Sip a glass of Gluhwein as you stroll through cozy markets full of stalls with holiday treats and beautiful gifts and handicrafts. Admire the architecture ²¹²Ô»åÌýholiday decorations of some of Europe’s largest cathedrals and gorgeous churches and buildings. And relax in your comfortable river view room, knowing that daily excursions with experienced local guides, wonderful meals, wine and beer at lunch and dinner and even a glass of bubbles at breakfast are included in your cruise fare.

AmaWaterways is one of our favorite river cruises.  With a near-perfect review score from our Virtuoso guests, AmaWaterways river cruises allow you to explore Europe in detail, from the comfort of your floating hotel.

2017 AmaWaterways Christmas Market River Cruises

• Magnificent Europe Christmas Cruise, Budapest to Amsterdam, 14 nights from $4,099, Dec 20
• Christmas Markets on the Danube, Nuremberg to Budapest, 7 nights from $2,149, Nov 20 through Dec 20
• Christmas Markets on the Rhine, Basel to Amsterdam, 9 nights from $2,149, Dec 23, including two free nights in Amsterdam
• Christmas Markets on the Rhine, Amsterdam to Basel, 7 nights from $2,049, Nov 23 through Dec 21
• Treasures of the Main & Rhine, Nuremberg to Amsterdam, 7 nights from $1,849, Dec 27

Please give us a call if you’d like to learn more about AmaWaterways Christmas Market river cruises in 2017.

What you should know

Promotional fares are valid on select departures for new bookings only, made from October 1 to October 31, 2017. All rates are per person in USD for cruise only, based on double occupancy in a base category stateroom unless stated otherwise and may vary by departure date. Port charges, land programs, roundtrip airfare and other expenses of a personal nature are additional. Savings are per stateroom, based on double occupancy. Offers are not combinable with other promotions and limited to availability, capacity controlled and subject to change/termination without notice.

Where you can go

Visit our .  The above listed promotions don’t apply to all cruises shown.  Just give one of Q’s river cruise experts a call and we’ll check the best fares and availability for you.

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