RIVERSWe do River Cruising Right!
Join the fun, Travel with Friends & Receive exclusive savings, with Great Escapes.
Our Hand selected Group Experiences on the Best Luxury River Cruises in Europe and Beyond.
River and land africa safari
The Best of the Best Africa Safari. Has this been on your wishlist? Experience a Safari where the wildlife comes to You! A unique and intimate encounter on the Chobe river combined with natural wonders. Customized to you to combine this with overland luxury safari game drives.
Space is very limited. Sign up now for Great Escapes August 2026 Best of the Best Africa Safari!
Unfold the Pages of History on a Luxury Egypt & Nile River Cruise
Great Escapes is thrilled to take you to a fascinating destination: Egypt. Unfold the pages of history with an unparalleled Nile River Cruise and land adventure. Encounter Ancient Egypt and sail on the River Nile.
GROUP RIVER CRUISESTraveling with friends is more enjoyable. Gather your Friends, Families, Club and Let's create the perfect dream River Cruise.
WELLNESS RIVER CRUISINGKeep your routine going & find a new passion.
WHY RIVER CRUISING?Are you a History buff? Cultural explorer? Foodie? Want to mix with the locals at villages and experience the best of the capitals? Sail through the Heart of Europe for an immersive New Perspective!
BEFORE & AFTER YOUR RIVER CRUISEWe are experts at custom designed vacations. Why not add a discovery of a city or another destination before or after your River Cruise? It is a wonderful balance of big city attractions with charming villages.
CUISINE & WINESelect themed sailings on the Rivers feature tastings right at the vineyards, selected pairings with locally sourced fresh ingredients.
FAMILY RIVER CRUISINGPopular for the Christmas markets are dates and itineraries are created for multi-generational families.
Oceans take you to Countries Rivers Take you Through Them.
We will Lead you to the Best Luxury River Cruise Vacations on the Best River cruise ships.
Have you been wondering about River Cruising? And why is this an incredible way to travel? Would it be the right type of European vacation for you?
From first time travel to Europe and seasoned experts, River cruising from Great Escapes brings special encounters with a way to view Europe from a New exciting perspective!
Lisa at Great Escapes specializes in River Cruising with having sailed on several river cruise companies. Yes, there is a big difference when selecting your river cruise!
Although, it may appear the cruise lines are all the same, there are vast differences.
With my personal experience, tips and inside information to lead you to the best river cruises and the best time of year.
-Join Great Escapes on our hand selected river cruises with Extraordinary Exclusive Savings.
I do this while offering the BEST values on the nicest ships in Europe. I take the guess work out while you enjoy the rewards.
Inclusive Nature
Transportation, Luxury accommodations, sightseeing, gourmet dining, local entertainment.
Docking in Village Centers
River cruising allows, you to enjoy every day with an extensive choice of included tours.
At Your Pace
Wellness Programs with a dedicated Wellness Host leading yoga classes, guided cycling or discussions on healthy lifestyle
Cuisine
Fresh daily sourced local produce and ingredients for culinary crafted dining. Regionally inspired & traditional favorites.
Discovery Choices
With you every step of the way, Cruise managers are your personal concierge, making your vacation remarkable!
Gentle Walkers
Every day offers an option to go at an easy relaxed pace and not miss out!
A new day, A new village
Imagine yourself exploring charming villages and getting acquainted with local culture through delicious cuisine and visits to romantic vista’s – now picture yourself doing it on a River Cruise with Your River Cruise professional at Great Escapes.
We make it Easy for You
Great Escapes experience of sailed and worked with many different rivers on various companies. This allows us to bring the best river cruise to you!
Let Great Escapes knowledge guide you to the most Outstanding Cruise Destinations, Best Cruise Values to Include our Personalized Service, Exclusive Offers and Memorable Experiences.
Wine theme River Cruise
Specialty themed sailings feature exclusive visits to renowned vineyards and winery tastings.
Our experience in having sailed a wide variety of rivers on various river cruise companies allows us to know first hand the nuances and differences in each company.
Bicycling River Cruise
The best of River Cruising and bicycling adventure together! Unpack once and connect with locals while you explore a new path every day. Best of all, go at your pace with daily mile options.
Magdalena river cruise, columbia south america
Immerse yourself in the wonders of Colombia, on the magnificent Magdalena River. Incredible bio diversity from Cartagena to Barranquilla with six UNESCO world heritage sites. Great Escapes exclusive savings for our group sailing in December 2025.
cambodia and mekong river cruise
Our insider tips and experience will guide you to the best experience for your Southeast Asia journey. Great Escapes is thrilled to take you to a fascinating destination: Southeast Asia. With an unparalleled river cruise and land adventure that includes exquisite cuisine, authentic excursions and extraordinary service.
Explore timeless Holiday Traditions by land and River. Visit 5 countries; Hungary, Germany, Slovakia, Austria and Czech Republic. Celebrate Christmas festivities in Budapest, Vienna, Bratislava and Prague. Plan Now for 2024!
River Cruise Certifications
Great Escapes holds certifications with the following river cruise companies.
River Cruising, my Favorite Way to Travel
Benefits of river cruise vacations
Learn about the included excursions and benefits of your river cruise as Lisa from Great Escapes hosts with AmaWaterways.
Exclusive River Cruise Savings & Insider tips
With my tips and inside information to lead you to the best river cruises and the best time of year. I do this while offering the BEST values on the nicest ships in Europe. I take the guess work out while you enjoy the rewards.
I make it easy for you!
Learn from River Cruise Experts about when is the best time to book your river cruise. With the many choices of rivers, how to decide on the best choice of itinerary for you.
