Have you ever considered planning a river cruise to escape your weekday routine? What would you do? I bet you wonder how you would spend time aboard a river cruise.
People often assume that since the ships are small, there are no giant waterslides or theatres to keep them entertained. Aboard a river cruise, you will say goodbye to your standard routine and hello to outdoor activity, fine dining, and relaxation.
When you’re not touring, you can enjoy the many amenities aboard the ship and the breathtaking views from the Sun Deck. You will be able to enjoy the amenities more personally with fewer passengers. Here are a few ways to spend time aboard a river cruise.
Fitness Center & Classes
Each ship offers a fitness center to help you stay active between excursions. If the treadmill is not your style, an expert Wellness Host also offers daily classes. Start your day with yoga on the Sun Deck or a spin class on the back deck. Then enjoy a light stretch class and set the tone for a relaxing day.
Award-Winning Meals
Enjoy coffee and the breakfast buffet each morning, light lunches and refreshments throughout the day, and exquisite dinners prepared with locally sourced ingredients. River cruises are known for their fantastic meals aboard.
We recommend you visit the Chef’s Table restaurant at least once during your river cruise. Need more convincing? In addition to the meals, unlimited wine, beer, and soft drinks are provided.
Spend Time At The Salon & Spa
No vacation is complete without a bit of pampering. The spa aboard a river cruise offers massages throughout the day so you can relax on your own schedule. Because fewer guests are onboard, you won’t have to fight for an appointment.
Feel like going out for the evening while you are in port? Let the stylists in the salon give you a fresh look or simply make you look and feel your best before going out.
Deck Pool
You may not choose a tropical cruise, but that doesn’t mean you can’t relax and enjoy the sun on the top deck! All ships have a heated pool (some with a swim-up bar for optimal enjoyment) or a jacuzzi, perfect for relaxing tired muscles while cruising past Europe's graceful, castle-filled countryside.
Feel free to come back out when the sun goes down. As you cruise past larger cities, the views of bridges full of lights or cathedrals lit up under the stars are extraordinary. This is the ideal atmosphere to socialize with your party.
Excursions
Regardless of the itinerary you choose, you’ll have a variety of excursions to choose from. Activity level varies to suit your preference for the day. There is even a tour option that lets you sleep in if you’d like to catch a few extra zzz’s. During some stops, you may wish to take a gentle hike; on others, wine tasting or a brewery tour. Alternatively, you may wish to spend some free time with your group and explore the city.
So, what are you waiting for? We are on standby to answer any questions you may have about traveling through Europe by river.