River Cruising is the fastest growing segment of the cruise industry. The demand definitely outweighs the supply!
As with the ocean-based cruise lines, the personality of river cruise lines varies. While there are some similarities across the industry, the services and amenities can be as different as the various countries they visit. Below is an 'at-a-glance' overview of what each of the major river cruise lines offer. My disclaimer: the information was correct at the time it was compiled, but may change at any time.
Comparison of River Cruise Lines
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AMA Waterways |
Avalon |
Uniworld |
Viking |
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All-inclusive drink packages available for purchase (alcohol and non-alcohol) |
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CLIA member |
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Complimentary bicycles to use while on land |
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Complimentary bottled water |
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Complimentary Daily Sightseeing |
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Complimentary specialty coffee |
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Complimentary WIFI/internet |
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Complimentary Wine with dinner |
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Complimentary Wine/Beer/Sodas included |
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Cultural enrichment (lecturers, performances, etc) |
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French balconies available on most ships |
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