Riviera Travel

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Riviera Travel is one of the UK's leading escorted tour and river cruise specialists, and for over 40 years has provided award-winning escorted tours, luxury river cruises, and ocean cruises to captivating destinations across Europe and worldwide.

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About Riviera Travel

Riviera Travel is one of the UK's leading escorted tour and river cruise specialists, offering award-winning escorted coach tours, luxury river cruises on their own fleet of ships, and ocean cruises to captivating destinations across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas. Their range of quality holidays spans from cultural city tours to scenic river journeys and exotic explorations, and are crafted by experienced travel specialists who understand what discerning travellers seek, meaning one can be reassured that the itineraries, hotels, and excursions have been carefully planned to deliver exceptional experiences with comprehensive inclusions and outstanding value, all while maintaining the high standards that have earned them multiple industry awards.

Riviera Travel has built upon over 40 years of expertise since 1984, establishing themselves as a trusted name for quality escorted travel and becoming one of Europe's largest river cruise operators with their own fleet of luxurious five-star ships. Today, they pride themselves on ensuring that wherever one may choose to travel, they can journey with complete confidence, as their professional Tour Managers accompany every escorted tour providing expert knowledge and seamless coordination, their award-winning river cruise ships offer exceptional comfort and service with spacious suites and gourmet dining, and their comprehensive packages include most meals, excursions, and gratuities with no hidden costs, all combining to ensure travellers receive transparent pricing and detailed information before booking and enjoy hassle-free, enriching holidays where every detail has been expertly arranged, allowing them to simply relax and immerse themselves in extraordinary destinations with like-minded companions.

How to Book

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Either give us a call on 0203 282 7684 or complete the simple quote form to provide us with details of your holiday.

Quote

Sit back and relax whilst we prepare your holiday quote and add your exclusive members discount. We typically reply to all quote requests within a few working hours.

Book

If you're happy with the quote and the additional members savings, then we'll book your holiday for you and contact you to take payment.

Is Riviera Travel ABTA and ATOL protected?

Yes, Riviera Travel is ATOL protected and they are members of ABTA. This means that when you book a holiday package with them, your money and travel arrangements are safeguarded under the UK's Air Travel Organiser's License (ATOL) scheme. This protection ensures complete peace of mind for customers in case of financial issues or cancellations, giving you confidence when booking your escorted tour or river cruise with one of the UK's most award-winning tour operators.

What type of holidays do Riviera Travel offer?

Riviera Travel specialises in escorted coach tours and luxury river cruises on their own fleet of five-star ships, plus ocean cruises to destinations worldwide. Their escorted tours include cultural explorations, scenic journeys, festive market trips, and rail tours across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas. Their river cruises sail Europe's great waterways including the Rhine, Danube, Seine, Douro, and more, featuring spacious suites, gourmet dining, and included excursions. All holidays include professional Tour Managers or Cruise Directors, comprehensive itineraries with most meals and excursions included, and quality accommodations. They cater to discerning travellers seeking well-organised, enriching experiences with exceptional value.

How long have Riviera Travel been in business?

Riviera Travel was founded in 1984, giving them over 40 years of experience in escorted tours and river cruising. They have grown to become one of the UK's leading tour operators and one of Europe's largest river cruise companies, operating their own fleet of award-winning five-star ships. Their four decades in business have enabled them to develop extensive destination expertise, establish strong relationships with hotels and suppliers, and build their own river cruise fleet to exacting standards. Their consistent growth and success demonstrate their commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

Do Riviera Travel have good customer reviews?

Yes, Riviera Travel consistently receives excellent customer reviews and has won multiple awards including being named Best Escorted Tour Operator and Best River Cruise Line at the British Travel Awards multiple times. Guests praise their knowledgeable Tour Managers and Cruise Directors, comprehensive inclusions with no hidden costs, spacious river cruise suites, excellent dining, well-planned itineraries, and outstanding value for money. Their transparent pricing where most meals, excursions, and gratuities are included is particularly appreciated. Many customers become loyal repeat travellers, testament to their consistently high standards and exceptional service.

What destinations do Riviera Travel visit?

Riviera Travel offers escorted tours and cruises across Europe including Italy, Spain, Portugal, France, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Scandinavia, Eastern Europe, and the UK, plus worldwide destinations including Asia, Africa, North and South America, and the Middle East. Their river cruises sail Europe's iconic waterways including the Rhine, Danube, Seine, Rhône, Douro, Moselle, and Dutch and Belgian waterways. Popular tours include European cultural cities, Alpine scenery, Christmas markets, historical sites, and scenic landscapes. Their ocean cruises visit Mediterranean ports, Norwegian fjords, and other coastal destinations, all with carefully planned itineraries emphasizing cultural immersion and authentic experiences.

Is a Riviera Travel holiday good value for money?

Riviera Travel offers exceptional value for money with comprehensive packages that include most meals, excursions, gratuities, and professional Tour Managers or Cruise Directors. Their transparent pricing means minimal hidden costs or unexpected expenses. Their river cruise suites are notably more spacious than industry average, and their own fleet allows them to control quality while offering competitive pricing. Early booking discounts and special offers provide additional savings. When compared to organizing similar itineraries independently or with other operators, Riviera consistently provides outstanding value through their all-inclusive approach, quality accommodations, and enriching experiences at accessible prices. Their multiple British Travel Awards confirm their excellence in value and quality.

Have Riviera Travel won any awards or accolades?

Yes, Riviera Travel is one of the most awarded tour operators in the UK, having won Best Escorted Tour Operator and Best River Cruise Line at the British Travel Awards multiple times. They have also received Gold awards at the British Travel Awards, recognition from Which? as a Recommended Provider, and numerous accolades for their river cruise ships and escorted tours. Their consistent recognition across multiple award programmes over many years confirms their position as a leader in quality escorted travel and river cruising. These awards reflect their commitment to exceptional service, outstanding value, comprehensive inclusions, and consistently high customer satisfaction.