Swap the everyday for rivers that carry you deeper into the world’s most fascinating places. Think storybook European towns, vibrant Asian waterways and truly exotic, far-flung landscapes. Rivers Worldwide: Beyond the Ordinary brings together curated river cruise deals designed to elevate your journey from take-off to dockside.
✈︎ FLY Free with select cruise lines* Book before 31 March.
⚓︎ Enjoy Cruiseabout Exclusive Savings for a limited time
☸ BONUS perks including extended stays & limited availability on popular sailings
Book with a river cruising expert today and discover extraordinary destinations in effortless style.
River Cruise Deals With Flights Included
Europe River Deals
Cruise Europe’s iconic waterways from the Danube, Rhine and Douro to France’s celebrated rivers while enjoying the ease of value-packed inclusions.
Asia River Deals
Discover Asia in a more intimate way on river journeys that bring culture, cuisine and daily life right to your doorstep,perfect for travellers who want depth, comfort and seamless planning.
Exotics Rivers Worldwide
For travellers chasing the truly different: think rivers beyond the classics, with itineraries built around rare destinations, immersive experiences and special inclusions that make the journey feel effortless.
What is a river cruise?
A river cruise is a small-ship journey that sails inland waterways and docks close to city centres, so you can explore towns and landmarks without long transfers. You can learn more here.
Do these river cruise deals include flights?
What does “Fly Free” mean?
It typically refers to included economy flights up to a set value (and may have supplier booking rules and deadlines). Always check the specific deal’s terms.
Which destinations are included in Rivers Worldwide?
The campaign spans Europe, Asia and exotic rivers worldwide including The Nile, with itineraries chosen for immersive port experiences and standout value inclusions. Can’t find what you are looking for Contact a river cruising expert today and we can tailor make the perfect river escape for you.
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Which river cruise lines can I book through Cruiseabout?
You can explore leading river specialists including Viking, Scenic, Emerald, Uniworld, APT, AmaWaterways and Avalon.
Are river cruises good for solo travellers?
Yes! River ships are easy to navigate, often social by nature and many itineraries suit independent travellers who want a blend of structure and freedom.
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Terms and Conditions
SCENIC RIVER CRUISE 2026 Europe River Cruising
Super Earlybird Offers are subject to the Terms and Conditions (www.scenic.com.au/terms-conditions/scenic-general-terms-and-conditions) and are based on per person, twin share in AUD. Valid for new bookings until sold out & subject to availability. Full payment is due 10 months prior to travel or within 30 days if booking within 10 months. Once sold out or if full payment is not received the standard offer will apply. Flight Offers: Flight offers are based on brochured journey dates & routing, airline & specific booking class of Scenic’s choosing & must be booked by Scenic. Any deviations to brochured journey dates or route may incur a surcharge. Economy Flights Included ‘up to’ the maximum value of $2,900 per person on selected Europe river cruises of 11 days or longer. If required airfare is higher than $2,900pp surcharges will apply. Business Class Flight Credit up to $4,500 per person applicable to Sapphire and Diamond decks on selected Europe River Cruises of 11 days or longer in Feb, Mar, July, Aug, Oct & Nov, or up to $3,500pp* on selected dates in April, May, June & Sept and must be used towards flights to Europe. A $3,500 per person flight credit is available for guests booking on the Diamond and Sapphire decks on selected Portugal sailings of 11 days. Business Class Flight Credit is not combinable with Super Earlybird Savings offer. Savings Offers. Save up to $2,500pp on 10 day river cruises. Save up to $1,300pp on 8 day river cruises. A non-refundable deposit of $1,000 per person is due within 7 days of booking. The offer excludes the Single Balcony Suite (Category BS). A non-refundable deposit of $1,000 per person is due within 7 days of booking (Art. 3.3. of the Conditions).
VIKING RIVER CRUISE
Fly Free Economy Flights up to the value of AU$2,500pp when booking flights with Viking. Fly Free is economy flight(s) for both guests up to the value of AU$2,500 per person (pp) to/from Australia/New Zealand. If the flight cost exceeds AU$2,500pp the guest will cover the difference. If flights are cheaper than AU$2,500pp the unused portion of the air funds will be waived and cannot be transferred towards any other portion of the booking or any other person. A guest can use the AU$2,500pp to instead upgrade to business class or premium economy (booked through Viking) with AU$2,500pp off the business/premium economy airfare and the difference to be covered by the guest. Upgrade flight cost difference is to be paid at the time of flight booking. Any flight cost difference is to be paid at the time of flight booking. Applicable if flights are booked through Viking and must be booked in conjunction with a selected 2026/2027/2028 Viking River cruise. Flights are Viking’s choice of airline for selected major gateways in AU/NZ: ADL/AKL/BNE/CBR/CHC/CNS/DRW/HBA/LST/MEL/OOL/PER/SYD/WLG. Guest must return their air form to Viking within 14 business days of receiving request for flights, otherwise Viking reserve the right to remove the free air promo and apply the respective in lieu of flights discount. Valid on bookings made between 02 September – 01 December 2025 at 7PM (AEDT). Guest may not request to change to flights included promotion post campaign end date of 01 December 2025. Viking will reach out to you or your travel advisor once flights are in the date range, at this point you may nominate your preferred departure/arrival dates. Both guests must be on the same airline booking (PNR) and fly together in both directions. Solo guests for River can use up to AU$5,000 towards their flights. Any unused portion of the air funds will be waived and cannot be transferred towards any other portion of the booking or any other person or booking.