TORONTO — Trafalgar is expanding into river cruising, with two European itineraries launching in spring 2026: the 8-day ‘Best of the Danube’ and the 10-day ‘Best of the Rhine and Amsterdam.’
Even better, Trafalgar is opening sales to its trusted travel partners today, May 6 – ahead of sharing with the general public – giving advisors the chance to secure preferred sailing dates and cruises.
“We’ve always been about making it easy for travellers to connect with the heart and soul of every destination. Now, we’re bringing that same philosophy and unmatched experience – valued by our travel advisor partners, to Europe’s iconic rivers,” said Melissa DaSilva, Deputy CEO, TTC Tour Brands. “Our strategy is simple: unlock the best of Europe’s rivers through trusted Trafalgar touchpoints including our much-loved ‘Be My Guest’ and ‘MAKE TRAVEL MATTER’ Experiences, giving travellers a fun, new way to river cruise that is as enriching as it is responsible. And oh yes, giving advisors the chance to sell it first.”
DaSilva added: ”Advisors who have supported Trafalgar for years can be confident in the river cruise experience we’re creating.”
Sailings start April 11, 2026. Here’s a closer look at the itineraries …
Best of the Danube
Highlights of this eight 8-day cruise aboard the 128-passenger Trafalgar Reverie include Budapest, Bratislava and Vienna. Guests are invited to ‘Be My Guest’ at an exclusive dining experience at Austria’s oldestwinery, Weingut Nikolaihof, hosted by the Saahs family; and discover Bratislava’s Cold War history during ‘Life Beyond the Iron Curtain,’ a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience. Optional extensions in Prague and Budapest allow further discovery. Rates start at Cdn$3,999 per person, double occupancy.
Best of the Rhine and Amsterdam
This 10-day cruise aboard Trafalgar Verity journeys from Basel to Amsterdam, taking in landmarks such as the UNESCO-listed Cologne Cathedral, the Middle Rhine Gorge and Strasbourg’s old town. The ‘Be My Guest’ experience visits the Bohrers for lunch at their family-run farm, where for generations they’ve cultivated fresh produce; and guests will learn about artisanal vinegar production during a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience at Weinessiggut Doktorenhof. Like its sister ship, Trafalgar Verity offers seven cabin categories and an optional extension in Lucerne. Rates start at Cdn$4,799 per person, double occupancy.
More information is at https://www.trafalgar.com/en-ca/river-cruises and https://agents.ttc.com/en-ca/trafalgar/river-cruises.
