Extraordinary journeys.
Beautifully afloat.
Palace on Waves is your guide to luxury river cruises and small-ship adventures. Find your destination, get to know your ship, and imagine the journey ahead.
Where will the water take you?
Galápagos Islands
Small ships, remarkable wildlife and a different island on the horizon.
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The Douro
Porto, vineyard country and the pleasure of an unhurried river journey.
ExploreThe Danube
An inspiring passage through the cities and cultures of Central Europe.
From US$2,249 per person
ExploreA different rhythm.
A deeper connection.
Follow the course of a great river or venture between islands. The right kind of cruise begins with what moves you.
Follow the river.
Historic cities, vineyard landscapes and the pleasure of arriving somewhere new.
Explore river cruises ↗02 / ISLAND EXPEDITIONSBeyond the familiar.
Island discoveries, wildlife encounters and the intimate atmosphere of a smaller ship.
Explore small-ship cruises ↗Every ship has a story.
Endemic
A contemporary catamaran for an island-focused expedition.
From US$4,990 per person
ExploreSpirit of Chartwell
An intimate way to discover Portugal from the water.
From €740 per person
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Grand Ocean Spray
Eight identical balcony suites — the successor to the Ocean Spray.
From US$5,350 per person
ExploreThe thoughtful traveller’s guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is Palace on Waves?
Palace on Waves is an editorial guide to luxury river cruises and small-ship expedition voyages. We help you discover destinations, compare ships and understand your options before you book.
Do you sell cruises directly?
No. Palace on Waves is for research and inspiration; live itineraries, departure dates, prices and reservations are handled by Palace Tours.
Which destinations do you cover?
Portugal’s Douro, the Danube, the Rhine, the Moselle, the Netherlands & Belgium, and the Galápagos Islands.
Your next chapter starts on the water.
Explore here. Find available journeys, departure dates and prices with Palace Tours.