United States River Cruises
Introduction
For many people, U.S. river cruises are not just an alternative, they're a preference. Whether they are cruising the Pacific Northwest, the Mississippi or the East Coast, river cruisers like the convenience of having vineyards, mansions, historic sights and ecological attractions delivered right to the ship's gangway.
River cruises tend to be slower paced than oceangoing cruises, and formality and entertainment is de-emphasized. Since river cruisers tend to be closer to onshore attractions, the trips are port-intensive and the destination, not the ship, is considered the key enticement of the cruise.
River cruises are also more intimate. Vessels are smaller than ocean bound superliners, and there are typically only about 60-200 passengers aboard each ship.
Getting Around
Since world river vessels bring cruisers closer to, and sometimes past, onshore attractions, there usually won't be a need to hire a guide to travel inland. River cruisers are likely to have more time on shore, and this gives them ample time to set out on their own and explore at a leisurely pace. It's often convenient to walk or take public transportation to the main sights. |
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