Rivers of Europe
Yesterday and today, rivers are the lifeblood of Europe; civilizations were built along the banks as Europe’s great rivers sustain so many aspects of daily life, from food to transportation. In centuries past, Europe’s inland rivers were dubbed the highways of kings, carrying nobility from one village or town to the next, from country to country, with an ease and style of travel both comfortable and convenient. Stories unfold around every bend, from the Douro to the Rhine, Moselle, Danube, Rhône and Seine.
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Riverboat Godmothers

Tauck and a time-honored tradition

There is a longstanding tradition that dates back to ancient times – the celebratory ceremonial tradition of christening a ship by breaking a bottle of champagne (or other spirits) on the bow – and naming Godmothers to bless the ship with good luck and good fortune. Several members of the Tauck family have been named as Godmothers for new riverboats in our fleet, and they share their stories here:

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Legend of the Lorelei

Stories, lore and legends along the Rhine

Along the rivers of Europe, folklore reigns supreme – and in Germany’s Rhine Valley, you’ll find one of the best known stories, the legend of the Lorelei. As is the case with folklore and legends, the story of the Lorelei has been retold in many different forms, from poetry to music to art. And as you can imagine, there is a location along the Rhine that our passing river cruises reflect upon because…

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Vineyards, Vintners and Behind-the-Scenes Insights
All About Wine Along Europe's Waterways
On our river cruises throughout Europe, vineyards are ever-present. Picturesque vineyards line the riverbanks, a familiar sight while cruising – and on shore excursions, visits to local wineries across the continent provide opportunities for tastings of local varietals and conversations with vintners who live there. We’ve curated a selection of podcasts, books, documentaries and more that provide a wide range of insights into the vineyards and wines along Europe’s waterways.

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Dreaming of the Douro
Stories and insights into everything Portugal

Yes, we’re dreaming of the Douro, and all of the wonderful places along the shores, especially in these warm months of summer. With three new cruises debuting in 2021, we thought we’d share three videos that were taken during our development trips; they provide a good look at the river experience, the foods of the Iberian Peninsula and an introduction to Porto, Portugal’s wine capital. We’ve also curated a selection of videos, podcasts and stories, from the strong influence of Azulejos (Portugal’s ceramic tiles) to a recipe for Porto Tónico or a documentary on the tradition of building the rabelo.
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