Christmas on the Danube

MS William Wordsworth is one of Riviera Travel’s new ‘all suite’ ships.  Launched in 2019 she offers excellent standards of accommodation consistent with Scylla’s (the ship operator) other 5 star ships. Standard Suites are large at 183 ft² with floor to ceiling windows opening to a rail on the middle and upper decks. Suites on the lower deck are slightly smaller at 172 ft² and feature high level windows. 6 Superior Suites and 4 Deluxe Balcony Suites are available on each ship at 247 ft² and 269 ft² respectively. Deluxe Balcony Suites, located on the upper deck, also feature a small private balcony. This superb vessel carries 44 in-house trained crew members serving just 176 guests (similar size vessels may carry well over 190 passengers) giving the ratio which our experience proves is concurrent with our first class service levels. An outstanding ship it would be very easy to just say ‘luxurious’ but it’s much more than that, a unique yet exquisite blend of understated taste, style and elegance at the highest level. A spacious new vessel as you enter a gleaming, richly coloured marble-floored lobby flooded with natural light from a stunning atrium above. The ship is beautifully illuminated throughout, including the exterior and imaginatively furnished with harmonious colour schemes, all designed to create the serene atmosphere reflective of the golden age of cruising.

Geoffrey Chaucer is one of Riviera Travel’s new ‘all suite’ ships.  Launched in 2020 she offers excellent standards of accommodation consistent with Scylla’s (the ship operator) other 5 star ships. Standard Suites are large at 183 ft² with floor to ceiling windows opening to a rail on the middle and upper decks. Suites on the lower deck are slightly smaller at 172 ft² and feature high level windows.

6 Superior Suites and 4 Deluxe Balcony Suites are available on each ship at 247 ft² and 269 ft² respectively. Deluxe Balcony Suites, located on the upper deck, also feature a small private balcony. An outstanding ship it would be very easy to just say ‘luxurious’ but it’s much more than that, a unique yet exquisite blend of understated taste, style and elegance at the highest level.

A spacious new vessel as you enter a gleaming, richly coloured marble-floored lobby flooded with natural light from a stunning atrium above.

The ship is beautifully illuminated throughout, including the exterior and imaginatively furnished with harmonious colour schemes, all designed to create the serene atmosphere reflective of the golden age of cruising.

From the split-level lounge and dining in the main restaurant to the floor-to-ceiling French balconies available in over 80% of cabins and suites, life on board the 135-metre MS Riviera Radiance feels airy and light. The Grand Suites, located on our Diamond Deck, are an impressive 32 square metres and feature separate living and sleeping space as well as a full balcony – making them our biggest suites yet – and at 24 square metres, our Superior Suites feel luxuriously spacious.

Our brand-new ship features all the facilities you’d expect to find in a boutique hotel. The main restaurant rivals the finest onshore establishments, taking fine dining to another level, complemented by delicate European porcelain, gleaming glassware and the intuitive service in which the Swiss excel. On board are two additional, speciality restaurants, which offer a more intimate dining experience and showcase a delicious array of local flavours. You’ll never go hungry on board!

Designed with the very latest technology and our strong environmental values in mind, MS Riviera Radiance is on track to qualify for the Gold Standard as part of the Green Award programme. So, you can lay back, relax and enjoy that cocktail on the Sun Deck guilt-free knowing your holiday will have a minimised impact on the peaceful natural landscapes we cruise through, protecting the world we love exploring for future generations to enjoy.

Life on board the 135-metre MS Riviera Resplendence feels airy and light with split-level lounge and dining in the main restaurant and the floor-to-ceiling French balconies available in over 80% of cabins and suites. On the Diamond deck, the Grand Suites are an impressive 32 square metres and feature separate living and sleeping space as well as a full balcony. They’re some of our largest suites yet! And, at 24 square metres, our Superior Suites feel luxuriously spacious too.

Our brand-new ship features all the facilities you’d expect to find in a boutique hotel. The main restaurant takes fine dining to another level, complemented by delicate European porcelain, gleaming glassware and the intuitive service in which the Swiss excel. On board are two additional, speciality restaurants, which offer a more intimate dining experience and showcase a delicious array of local flavours. You’ll never go hungry on board!

Designed with the very latest technology and our strong environmental values in mind, MS Riviera Resplendence is on track to qualify for the Gold Standard as part of the Green Award programme. So, you can lay back, relax and enjoy that cocktail on the Sun Deck guilt-free knowing your holiday will have a minimised impact on the peaceful natural landscapes we cruise through, protecting the world we love exploring for future generations to enjoy.

Emily Brontë is one of Riviera Travel’s new ‘all suite’ ships.  Launched in 2017 she offers excellent standards of accommodation consistent with Scylla’s (the ship operator) other 5 star ships. Standard Suites are large at 183 ft² with floor to ceiling windows opening to a rail on the middle and upper decks. Suites on the lower deck are slightly smaller at 172 ft² and feature high level windows. 6 Superior Suites and 4 Deluxe Balcony Suites are available on each ship at 247 ft² and 269 ft² respectively. Deluxe Balcony Suites, located on the upper deck, also feature a small private balcony. This superb vessel carries 44 in-house trained crew members serving just 176 guests (similar size vessels may carry well over 190 passengers) giving the ratio which our experience proves is concurrent with first class service levels. An outstanding ship it would be very easy to just say ‘luxurious’ but it’s much more than that, a unique yet exquisite blend of understated taste, style and elegance at the highest level. A spacious new vessel as you enter a gleaming, richly coloured marble-floored lobby flooded with natural light from a stunning atrium above. The ship is beautifully illuminated throughout, including the exterior and imaginatively furnished with harmonious colour schemes, all designed to create the serene atmosphere reflective of the golden age of cruising.

Rivers the Riviera Travel Emily Brontë Sails

Find out more about the rivers the Riviera Travel Emily Brontë sails below:

• Danube River Cruises
• Rhine River Cruises
• Moselle River Cruises
• Dutch Belgian Waterway Cruises

For more information, please get in touch.

The MS George Eliot is one of the smaller vessels in Riviera Travel’s fleet.  At 110 metres she offers the convivial ambience and personal service of a boutique hotel. With 36 staff serving just 132 guests, the experience is intimate and enjoyable. Launched in 2019 she offers excellent standards of accommodation consistent with Scylla’s (the ship operator) other 5 star ships. Standard cabins are a good size at 172 ft² with floor to ceiling windows opening to a rail on the middle and upper decks.  4 Superior Suites and 4 Deluxe Balcony Suites are available on each ship at 247 ft² and 253 ft² respectively.  Deluxe Balcony Suites, located on the upper deck, also feature a small private balcony.  Cabins on the lower deck are slightly smaller at 161 ft² and feature high level windows with 2 Superior Suites at 183 ft². Guests are welcomed in the elegant lobby with its gleaming marble floor, well-lit by sophisticated lighting. Thoughtful design is on tasteful display throughout the ship; sustainable hardwood furniture, intricate wrought-iron work, and polished copper and brass are beautifully complemented by soft leather and sumptuous Italian fabrics. She is really a lovely base for you to explore the rivers and waterways of continental Europe.

Oscar Wilde is one of Riviera Travel’s new ‘all suite’ ships.  Launched in 2017 she offers excellent standards of accommodation consistent with Scylla’s (the ship operator) other 5 star ships. Standard Suites are large at 183 ft² with floor to ceiling windows opening to a rail on the middle and upper decks. Suites on the lower deck are slightly smaller at 172 ft² and feature high level windows. 6 Superior Suites and 4 Deluxe Balcony Suites are available on each ship at 247 ft² and 269 ft² respectively. Deluxe Balcony Suites, located on the upper deck, also feature a small private balcony. An outstanding ship it would be very easy to just say ‘luxurious’ but it’s much more than that, a unique yet exquisite blend of understated taste, style and elegance at the highest level. A spacious new vessel as you enter a gleaming, richly coloured marble-floored lobby flooded with natural light from a stunning atrium above. The ship is beautifully illuminated throughout, including the exterior and imaginatively furnished with harmonious colour schemes, all designed to create the serene atmosphere reflective of the golden age of cruising.

The five-star Riviera Reflection is sister ship of Riviera Radiance and Riviera Resplendence.

Named for the memories that stay with you long after your holiday ends, Riviera Reflection features our largest suites and has been beautifully designed with our Swiss partners.

From the split-level lounge and main restaurant, to the natural light flooding in through floor-to-ceiling French balconies in over 80% of cabins and suites, life on board feels bright and airy. Located on the Diamond Deck, the Grand Suites are a generous 32 square metres and feature separate living and sleeping areas alongside a private balcony, making them our most spacious suites yet. At 24 square metres, our Superior Suites also offer a luxurious sense of space.

The ship’s main restaurant is comparable to the finest onshore dining, elevating every meal with exquisite European porcelain, sparkling glassware and the intuitive service for which the Swiss are renowned. Two additional speciality restaurants provide a more intimate setting, each showcasing a tempting selection of local flavours.

Designed with the latest technology and strong environmental values at its heart, Riviera Reflection has been designed to meet Gold Standard accreditation through the Green Award programme. Relax with a cocktail on the Sun Deck, knowing your holiday has been thoughtfully designed to minimise its impact on the landscapes we journey through.

A small number of bicycles are available on board for guests. Please enquire at reception for details.

Please note: As Riviera Reflection has yet to launch, images shown of the ship are currently of its sister ship, Riviera Radiance or Riviera Resplendence.

Designed to be our most spacious and sophisticated river cruise experience, Riviera Rhapsody combines contemporary style with welcoming comfort at every turn.

Flooded with natural light, the ship’s bright, open interiors create an effortless sense of space, while floor-to-ceiling French balconies in over 80% of cabins and suites bring the ever-changing river scenery closer than ever.

For those seeking even more room to unwind, the Diamond Deck’s Grand Suites offer an impressive 32 square metres of beautifully designed living space, complete with separate lounge and sleeping areas and a private balcony. At 24 square metres, our Superior Suites are equally generous, providing some of the most spacious accommodation in our fleet.

Dining is every bit as memorable as the destinations themselves. Alongside the main restaurant, where elegant lunches and expertly prepared dinners are served, you’ll find two additional speciality venues. The Riverview Kitchen offers a relaxed alternative inspired by classic grill dining, while our signature Mosaic restaurant presents an imaginative culinary journey showcasing flavours and influences drawn from Europe’s great rivers.

Throughout the ship, thoughtful design details, attentive service and refined surroundings create the atmosphere of a premium boutique hotel. Whether you’re relaxing with a cocktail on the Sun Deck, enjoying the view from the lounge or returning to the comfort of your suite, every space has been designed with comfort and contemporary luxury in mind.

Riviera Rhapsody has also been built with enhanced sustainability features and is designed to minimise its environmental impact, helping preserve the landscapes, waterways and communities that make river cruising so rewarding.

A small number of bicycles are available on board for guests wishing to explore independently. Please enquire at reception for further information.