Europe’s Most Popular Holiday Sailings, Asia’s First Riviera Ship, and a New Danube Vessel

Riviera Travel, the leader in ultra-premium river cruise, ocean yachts, and land global travel for more than 40 years, announced that sales are officially open for its highly anticipated Festive 2027 river cruises, new 2028 sailings on the Mekong River aboard Riviera Alba, and 2027 Danube sailings on the brand-new Riviera Reflection. The on-sale launch brings together Riviera’s most in-demand holiday departures across Europe, expanded solo traveller offerings, and continued fleet growth both in Europe and Asia, giving travellers and travel advisors access to Riviera’s newest itineraries and ships starting today.

“This is one of our most significant launches of the year, bringing together festive river cruises, expanded solo options, long haul itineraries and the next evolution of our fleet,” said Stuart Milan, President of North America for Riviera Travel. “With Festive 2027, Mekong 2028 and Riviera Reflection all on sale today, we’re giving guests more choice — and more reasons to book early.”

Festive 2027 River Cruises Now on Sale
Riviera Travel has opened sales for its 2027 Festive river cruises, featuring Christmas market and New Year sailings on Europe’s most iconic rivers. The 2027 season includes new dates across guest-favorite itineraries such as:
•    Enchanting Rhine and Yuletide Markets
•    The Danube’s Imperial Cities and Yuletide Markets
•    Christmas on the Rhine
•    Christmas on the Danube
•    New Year on the Rhine
•    New Year on the Danube
•    Magical Paris & Festive Seine

Expanded Festive Solo Traveler Departures
Building on strong demand, Riviera is expanding its Festive Solo Traveller sailings for 2027. In addition to returning favourites, the brand is introducing two brand-new solo-only itineraries as permanent additions to the program:
•    Christmas on the Danube River Cruise for Solo Travellers
•    New Year on the Danube River Cruise for Solo Travellers

These departures are designed exclusively for solo guests, offering a festive atmosphere, thoughtfully curated experiences, and the ease of river cruising without single supplements.

Mekong River Cruises: New 2028 Dates
Also, on-sale are 2028 departures of Riviera Travel’s Vietnam, Cambodia & Mekong River Cruise, sailing aboard Riviera Alba. Riviera Alba marks Riviera Travel’s first ship in Asia, bringing the brand’s signature onboard style and service to Southeast Asia.

Due to strong demand, Riviera is releasing 2028 Mekong dates earlier than ever, giving travellers the opportunity to plan ahead for this bucket-list itinerary through Vietnam and Cambodia.

Riviera Reflection On Sale for 2027 Danube Itineraries
Following its recent debut announcement, Riviera Reflection is now on sale. The newest ship in Riviera’s fleet will sail Danube itineraries beginning in September 2027.

A sister ship to Riviera Radiance, Riviera Reflection features the line’s signature split-level lounge, the largest suites in the fleet, and a third dining venue, Mosaic, continuing Riviera’s focus on space, comfort, and contemporary design.

Booking Information
All Festive 2027 river cruises, Mekong 2028 sailings, and Riviera Reflection 2027 itineraries are now available to book as of March 18, 2026. Full details and pricing can be found at rivieratravel.com.

For more information or to book a river cruise, contact a travel advisor, or visit RivieraTravel.com.