CroisiEurope Redefines Autumn Travel With The Launch Of Nine River Cruise Escapes For November 2026 & 2027

CroisiEurope is redefining autumn travel with the launch of its new November Cruise Escapes collection.

Designed specifically for the quieter travel season, these exclusive departures invite guests to discover Europe’s rivers from a fresh perspective, combining peaceful sightseeing with unique cultural experiences available only on these special sailings.

Taking advantage of the mild late-season climate and reduced visitor numbers, the new November cruises offer travellers the opportunity to explore iconic destinations in a more relaxed and intimate atmosphere.

Guests can enjoy quieter access to popular sites and monuments while experiencing deeper connections with local communities, artisans and regional traditions.

“November offers a completely different way to travel,” says CroisiEurope’s Lucas Schmitter.

“These cruises have been specially created to showcase the beauty of the off-season through exclusive excursions, authentic cultural encounters and enriching onboard experiences that are not available on our regular departures.”

Far more than an extension of the cruising season, the November Cruise Escapes feature specially curated entertainment and excursions designed exclusively for these departures. Highlights include:

• Onboard culinary demonstrations: Guests can learn regional culinary traditions through live demonstrations Black Forest cake assembly, traditional Alsatian Spätzle preparation, Provençal tapenade and anchovy paste making and the secrets behind Normandy’s famous Tarte Tatin.

• Exclusive themed evenings: A programme of regional celebrations brings local culture to life, including Bavarian-themed evenings, open-air dance events, traditional Gypsy music evenings, authentic Lyonnais bouchon-inspired entertainment and Celtic folklore celebrations on the Loire.

• Cultural and sensory discoveries: Special activities immerse guests in local heritage, including discovering the world of Provençal lavender, interactive games exploring Alsatian dialects and traditions and lectures on the Dutch Golden Age.

• Regional tastings: Guestscan savour local flavours through carefully selected tastings, including Beaujolais wines paired with regional charcuterie and cheeses, Saint-Émilion wines, Pommeau de Normandie and traditional Montélimar nougat.

• Exclusive included excursions: Selected departures feature exceptional experiences such as a complimentary dinner at the Abbaye de Collonges – Paul Bocuse, a complimentary excursion to the Loire Valley châteaux and discovery tours of Amsterdam’s canals and the Rijksmuseum.

The November Cruise Escapes collection comprises nine specially designed itineraries operating on French waterways and along the Rhine.

Each cruise embraces the same philosophy: fewer crowds, richer experiences, authentic encounters and exclusive programming available only during these seasonal departures.

• A seven-night cruise between Amsterdam and Basel (and in reverse) calling in Cologne, Bonn, Koenigswinter, Mainz, Strasbourg and Breisach. Departures on 31^st October and 7^th November 2026 and 5^th and 19^th November 2027 with prices from £949 per person.
• A three-night cruise between Strasbourg and Basel (and in reverse) calling in Breisach. Departures on 9^th, 12^th, 16^th and 19^th November 2026 and 8^th, 11^th, 15^th, 18^th, 22^nd and 25^th November 2027 with prices from £394 per person.
• A four-night cruise round trip from Strasbourg with calls in Koblenz, the romantic Rhine Valley, Rüdesheim and Mannheim. 12 departures in November 2026 and 20 departures in November 2027 with prices from £493 per person.
• A seven-night cruise round trip from Lyon with calls in Mâcon, Vienne, Avignon, Arles, Viviers and Tournon. Departures on 22^nd November 2026 and 12^th and 21^st November 2027 with prices from £968 per person.
• A six-night cruise round trip from Lyon with calls in Tain l’Hermitage, Avignon, Arles and Viviers. Departures on 12^th and 21^st November 2026 with prices from £693 per person.
• A five-night cruise round trip from Lyon with calls in Avignon, Arles, Port-Saint-Louis, Martigues, Viviers and Tain l’Hermitage. Departures on 1^st, 6^th, 16^th, 18^th, 20^th and 23^rd November 2026 and 4^th, 5^th, 12^th, 17^th, 19^th, 22^nd, 24^th and 25^th November 2027 with prices from £594 per person.
• A four-night cruise round trip from Nantes with calls in Saint-Nazaire, Ancenis and Château de Langeais and the Abbey of Fontevraud. Departures on 14^th and 23^rd November 2026 and 1^st, 15^th and 24^th November 2027 with prices from £727 per person.
• A four-night cruise round trip from Bordeaux with calls in Cussac-Fort-Médoc and Libourne. Departure on 9^th November 2026 with prices from £566 per person.
• A five-night cruise round trip from Paris with calls in La Roche Guyon, Rouen, Mantes-La-Jolie and Poissy. Departures on 12^th and 17^th November 2026 and 2^nd, 12^th, 17^th and 22^nd November 2027 with prices from £674 per person.

Prices are cruise only and include all meals and drinks, WiFi, port fees and repatriation insurance.

For further information call CroisiEurope on 01756 691269 or visit www.croisieurope.co.uk

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