New Ship, New Itineraries Coming to Riviera River Cruises in 2026

Riviera River Cruises will launch a new ship, five new themed itineraries, and a new departure exclusively for solo travelers in 2026. The new ship will feature the line’s largest-ever suites and a third restaurant. To celebrate, all 2026 European river cruise departures, which are now available to book, are 50% off through Nov. 30.

The new 443-foot, 89-cabin Riviera Resplendence will feature amenities and cabins spread over four decks, including a new split-level bar and restaurant; a third restaurant, Mosaic, offering menus with tasting courses inspired by the rivers of Europe; and a bistro with open kitchen.

Other amenities will include a sun deck with pool, fitness, center, and a spa and wellness area.

Among the ship’s 89 cabins will be Riviera’s largest suites, measuring 344-square-feet with a balcony with sliding door and outdoor seating, and a seating area with sofa, lounge chair, and small table. Superior suites will be 258 square feet and will have a seating area and French balcony. Double cabins will be 172 square feet, with small seating area. Upper- and middle-deck double cabins will have a French balcony, while lower-deck cabins will have a smaller fixed window.

“As we launch sales for 2026, we have a lot to offer that’s new, from a spacious ship with a third dining venue to itineraries focused on nature, gardens, gastronomy, music and art, and a cruise through Germany for solo travelers,” said Marilyn Conroy, executive vice president, sales and marketing North America for Riviera River Cruises. “And through November, all 2026 departures are available for half off. If your clients are considering a European river cruise, now is a great time to book.”

Themed itineraries

Gardens & Natural Beauty of the Rhine is an eight-day itinerary with 11 included experiences, departing May 2026 through Oct. 2026. Highlights include the Rhine Gorge, touring vineyards around Rudesheim, seeing the Four Lakes View from Gedeon’s corner in Boppard, visiting the gardens in Heidelberg and Schwetzingen, and more.

The eight-day Gastronomy of the Danube includes 15 experiences and is available April 2026 through Oct. 2026. Highlights include local beer and bits in Linz, strudel at a traditional confectioner at Schonbrunn Palace in Vienna, Hungarian and Austrian wines in the cellars of Esztergom Basilica and Durnstein, Slovakian beer in Bratislava, and more.

Another eight-day itinerary is Gastronomy of the Rhine & Moselle, which includes 11 experiences and operates from April 2026 through Aug. 2026. Highlights include a tasting at the Lindt Chocolate Museum, a wine tasting in Bernkastel, a winery visit and tasting in Rudesheim, and more.

Other new themed itineraries are the eight-day Gastronomy of the Seine and eight-day Music & Art of the Blue Danube.

There’s also a new solo traveler departure, the eight-day Medieval Germany for Solo Travelers with 10 included experiences departing in Aug. 2026.