In North America, we mainly have heard of the following river cruises:

AMAWaterways, Avalon Waterways, Crystal, Uniworld and Viking River Cruises. While the river ships have to conform to a certain size to pass through the locks in Europe their are some differences. AMAWaterways fleet includes the AMAMagna which is the largest river cruise and therefore can only sail on a certain stretch on the Danube.AMAWaterways In Europe your cruise fare includes sparkling wine and juices at breakfast; beer, soft drinks and unlimited wines at lunch and dinner (new selections daily); a Sip & Sail cocktail hour with complimentary wine, beer and spirits; plus, gourmet coffee, tea and bottled water 24/7. Free Wifi is also included.

In Euope, AMAWaterways sails the Duoro, Seine, Rhone, Rhine, Danube, Moselle. In Asia the Mikong and Irradawady and in Africa the Chobe and Nile rivers.

Avalon Waterways leases their ships for about eight years and their SuiteShips feature Panorama Suites with the widest-opening windows that turns your room into an open-air balcony and the beds facing the river. Enjoy complimentary sparkling wine and juices with breakfast, soft drinks with lunch, and every dinner is paired with complimentary wines selected by a professional sommelier. Avalon is owned by Globus and many options for pre- and post-tours are available

Crystal River Cruises offers multiple overnights and extended stays on spacious all-suite ships. Spirits, wines, gratuities, Wi-Fi and airport transfers are included.

Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection offers beautiful spacious suites where no two suites are the same. Premium spriirits, wines and beers are included Select ships offer complimentary Wi-Fi access

Uniworld sails in Central Europe, Italy, France, Russia, China, Vietnam & Cambodia, India, Egypt and Peru