Trafalgar to launch river cruises in spring 2026

Trafalgar is expanding into river cruising, the brand has announced. 

Launching in Spring 2026, Trafalgar will debut in Europe with two river cruise journeys along the Rhine and Danube, and sales have been opened for travel partners today (May 6) – ahead of the general public. 

"We’ve always been about making it easy for travellers to connect with the heart and soul of every destination. Now, we’re bringing that same philosophy and unmatched experience - valued by our travel advisor partners, to Europe’s iconic rivers," said Melissa DaSilva, deputy chief executive officer, TTC Tour Brands. "Our strategy is simple: unlock the best of Europe’s rivers through trusted Trafalgar touchpoints including our much-loved ‘Be My Guest’ and 'MAKE TRAVEL MATTER' Experiences, giving travellers a fun, new way to river cruise that is as enriching as it is responsible. And oh yes, giving advisors the chance to sell it first.”

Trafalgar is doing full-ship charters using two vessels owned by Uniworld (but operated as Trafalgar).

Two journeys 

Trafalgar begins with two new journeys, an 8-day cruise along the Danube on the 128-passenger Trafalgar Reverie and a 10-day cruise along the Rhine on the 128-passenger Trafalgar Verity. 

Both journeys promised signature Trafalgar moments including Local Specialists offering deep destination insights, opportunities to connect with locals through ’Be My Guest’ encounters and at least one MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience that supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. 

Plus onboard entertainment - from regional performances to in-house baking demonstrations; wellness options from yoga sessions to complimentary bicycles for off-shore excursions, and delicious regional dining.  

River cruise journeys are open for booking now for sailings beginning April 11, 2026.

Two Signature River Cruise Journeys

1. Best of the Danube: 8-Day Cruise Aboard Trafalgar Reverie 
2. Best of the Rhine and Amsterdam: 10-Day Cruise Aboard Trafalgar Verity 

"Advisors who have supported Trafalgar for years can be confident in the river cruise experience we’re creating.  We can’t wait to share that same feeling of ease and comfort, local connection and joy of discovery we’re going to bring to Europe’s rivers aboard our two beautiful ships, the Trafalgar Reverie and Trafalgar Verity," said DaSilva.

For more information, click here and here.  

The news comes on the same day that Lindblad Expeditions and Transcend Cruises announce a multi-year charter agreement that will see Lindblad sail European rivers for the first time. 

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