Riverside Luxury Cruises Introduces Beer-Themed Sailing for August 2026

Riverside Luxury Cruises Introduces Hops & Heritage Beer-Themed Sailing in 2026
Lead by a noted beer sommelier, this seven-night sailing will appeal to beer lovers

Raising a stein to both tradition and innovation, Riverside Luxury Cruises is redefining the art of river cruising with the launch of Hops & Heritage: Cruising Through Centuries of Brewing Craftmanship.  A first of its kind luxury cruise sailing through the heart of Europe’s legendary beer culture, this special sailing will be curated and led by noted beer sommelier, James Kellow. The journey pairs crafted regional beers with gourmet dining, elevating beer to its rightful place alongside fine wine.

Providing the perfect way to celebrate International Beer Day (August 7) the eight-day Hops & Heritage cruise will take place from July 29 – August 5, 2026 and will showcase the rich heritage of western European beer, giving guests the opportunity to expand their knowledge of the drink and experience the work of seasoned craftsmen across multiple countries. Along the way, guests will be treated to iconic beers of each region including German pilsners and kolsch in Cologne and grolsch in Arnhem, before concluding in the historical brewing centre of Amsterdam.

The on-board beer sommelier will take guests on dedicated excursions to sample beer and meet the makers at well-known and craft breweries and public houses, all surrounded by picturesque gothic cathedrals and medieval castles, not to mention the rolling hills and low mountains of the Rhine valley.

On board the ship, guests will be treated to interactive and educational sessions by Kellow, including beer tastings, beer and food pairings, and daily recommendations to accompany the à la carte menu in the Waterside restaurant.

For an additional cost, guests can also book the Vintage Room fine-dining experience, where Kellow and the ship’s executive chef work together to create a seven-course celebration of regional beer and locally inspired dishes.

Beyond the eight-day cruise and throughout the month of August, beer aficionados traveling along the Rhine can enjoy a well-stocked bar of regional beers onboard supported by recommended food pairings and tasting notes.
With prices starting from $3,830 per person, double, Hops & Heritage: Cruising Through Centuries of Brewing Craftsmanship is now available to book via the Riverside Luxury Cruises website: https://riverside-cruises.com/en/routen/T-ZRA7

About Riverside Luxury Cruises
Riverside Luxury Cruises is Europe’s newest and most luxurious river cruise line offering distinctive vacations on the Rhine, Rhône, Danube, Moselle, and Main rivers. The all-suites Riverside Mozart, Riverside Ravel, and Riverside Debussy offer the largest average suite size, all with king-size beds, highest staff-to-guest ratio, and up to five onboard restaurants. Guests can choose active tours from a menu of Riverside Choice excursions; take out a pedal- or e-bike, stored on board, for self-guided exploration; and bask in a rejuvenating treatment in the onboard FEHI Spa. On all itineraries, the ships stay late or overnight in some of Europe’s most captivating towns and cities, so guests can immerse in authentic cultures and the destination’s social life. Throughout, every member of Riverside’s exceptional staff and crew deliver intuitive and personalized service for an all-inclusive and luxurious experience.

On board, guests enjoy butler service in every suite; gourmet cuisine made with high-quality, fresh ingredients a la minute; included premium wines and spirits; complimentary StarLink broadband Wi-Fi; unlimited shore excursions to immerse in Europe’s history, cultures and landmarks; prepaid gratuities; and complimentary ground transfers. Riverside Luxury Cruises is a winner in Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards for 2024 and Cruise Critic’s 2023 and 2024 Editors’ Pick Award for Best Dining in the River Category.

More information is available by calling 833-305-3313 or visiting www.Riverside-Cruises.com.