Even though the year is not over yet, we are already seeing high booking pressure for river cruises in 2025. Escape Travel reports that almost half of the places are already booked, which indicates an increased interest in this type of vacation. 

Swedes are increasingly looking for relaxing yet eventful trips, and river cruises offer just that. The small-scale ships travel at a leisurely pace and provide the opportunity to explore multiple destinations in Europe on one trip. 

River cruises provide a first-class setting when it comes to food and drink, service and standard. If you are traveling in a group, there is support and guidance from the tour operator's Swedish tour leader on board. For those who want to secure their place for spring 2025, it is time to book now.

List: Top 3 – most popular river cruises

1) River cruise on the Danube – 7 countries and 5 capitals

2) Wine-themed river cruise on the Portuguese Douro 

3) River cruises on French rivers such as the Rhône and Saône, the Loire and the wine valleys around Bordeaux

According to the press release.