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Over-rated - don't waste your money

Review for a Europe - River Cruise Cruise on AmaReina (APT)

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Willy Goagain
First Time Cruiser • Age 60s

We did an APT river cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest from the 29th March 2024 to 12th April 2024. On organised day tours don't leave anything on the bus as we had items stolen out of our bag even though they said it would be secure. The manager favoured 4 people [friends?] who were always given top priority - e.g. front seats on tour buses were reserved for them and their friends. Don't pay for a ...
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Sail Date: April 2024


Regrettable Experience in "Cruising" All Around

Review for a Europe - River Cruise Cruise on AmaDante

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Steve Moose
First Time Cruiser • Age 70s

"Cruise" dates: Apr 5, 2124 - Apr 13, 2024 Normandy to Paris, "Impressions of the Seine" Ships: AmaLyra and AmaDante Be aware that climate change is causing unusual extremes in the water levels of the Seine. Thus, we never got the "Scenic River Cruise" experience, instead being tied at anchor first in Le Havre then at Paris. All we got were bus rides ("Ama Busways"?). And we ...
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Sail Date: April 2024


Disappointed on the Douro River.

Review for a Europe - River Cruise Cruise on Emerald Radiance

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DMMac1
First Time Cruiser • Age 60s

The food and staff where fantastic. We were very disappointed that we didn't get to do the entire cruise. The reason that was relayed to the passengers was the water levels where to high to go through the lock system. On Day 3 we made it about half way up the Douro river and it stopped. We were of the understanding when we went to an information session prior to booking the cruise that ...
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Sail Date: April 2024


Great Experience!

Review for a Europe - River Cruise Cruise on Avalon Panorama

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Sunshine208
First Time Cruiser • Age 70s

Wonderful experience on Avalon Panorama for a Tulip Time cruise in Holland and Belgium. Wonderful crew, who said "of course" to every request, excellent food, nice vibe, and fellow passengers and a real treat all in all! Our only complaint was their heavy reliance on the line's "app" which had all the daily details but the "app" was hard to use, had seemingly no instructions and caused a ...
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Sail Date: April 2024

Traveled with children


Bus Tour not River Cruise.

Review for a Europe - River Cruise Cruise on Viking Hemming

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letsnotbs
First Time Cruiser • Age 60s

Over priced and limited cruising of river. With maybe 4 day’s actually cruising on the river we spent most of our time on a bus. Stayed in same port 4 days. Not really Vikings fault due to the high water coming from Spain. But no offers of refunds or cruise credits for were ever offered. But you could buy a $100 voucher for your next cruise. Dining staff was under staffed and wait times were a ...
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Sail Date: April 2024


The Cruise That Wasn't

Review for a Europe - River Cruise Cruise on AmaDante

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Traveling Monkey
First Time Cruiser • Age 70s

We experienced a very disappointing 7-day roundtrip between Paris and Normandy "cruise." It wasn't a cruise at all. It was more like a stay on a houseboat that didn't move. The Seine was at very high water levels and the ship could not leave Paris. Now the high water levels is certainly not the fault of AMA but the way they handled the situation was. We went through four captains, two cruise ...
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Sail Date: April 2024


Emerald River Cruises—Outstanding!!! 5 Stars!!!!

Review for a Europe - River Cruise Cruise on Emerald Sky

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Cruisenaut
2-5 Cruises • Age 50s

What an outstanding cruise! No complaints. The boat, crew, tours, food were second to none. Very clean room with all you need to be comfortable. The food was top notch and as I have specific food needs, they met them and I felt very safe eating. The food was plentiful and the Chef Suggestions were always local or regional dishes. Nice touch. Wine pairings were very good, too. The crew ...
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Sail Date: March 2024


Mississippi river cruise

Review for a North America River Cruise on Viking Mississippi

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TravelingRocks
2-5 Cruises • Age 60s

We recently traveled with Viking from New Orleans to Memphis and overall we had a great time. The food was great and the two large dining venues and staggered excursion departure times do a good job of separating guests so you never really felt like you were traveling with nearly 400 other people. Most of the guides for our excursions were outstanding. We loved the WWII museum and think it ...
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Sail Date: March 2024


A fabulous trip with a near miss!

Review for a Europe - River Cruise Cruise on Viking Kara

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Helmut Decker
First Time Cruiser • Age 60s

We had a great time! Every detail was taken care of. What was especially helpful was the direct flight and the assistance with food prep due to my spouse having a food allergy. The maitre dee always brought the menus the night before so there were no surprises. I only wish that the second leg of the journey aboard the Hermod had been equally impressive. Unfortunately, it was not. Not once did we ...
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Sail Date: March 2024


Smart boat, excellent staff, usual passengers.

Review for a Europe - All Cruise on S.S. Catherine

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f2s
First Time Cruiser • Age 70s

Despite cool damp weather the quality of the young boat and its staff was obvious. Our cabin, port side, going down river kept its view when alongside. The exterior and top deck are not well presented/decorated. Tour guides/coaches were excellent (we enjoyed the inclusive tours). Our cabin was most attractive, (with large shower cubicle) and so well serviced twice a day we left a tip ...
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Sail Date: March 2024


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