Europeanbarging.com specializes in regular barge cruises but also offers luxury river cruise voyages in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Belgium, France, Netherlands, Hungary, Czech Republic, and Italy. The vessels in its fleet hold anywhere from 80 to 200 passengers, and include amenities like swimming pools, beauty salons, dancing, and entertainment. All on-board meals, coffee, and tea are included in the price of the ticket. Cruises last anywhere from 5 to 18 days.
Europeanbarging and River Cruises
25132 Oakhurst Dr #130
Spring TX 77386
713-240-6753
europeanbarging.com
Golden Odyssey is actually a private barge-yacht available for charter for luxury European river cruises. It can accommodate up to six people, with two double and one twin cabin. Though it has only one general route, from Belgium to France to Holland, there is variety in the ports and attractions visited in these countries, and itineraries can even be customized to individual passenger needs. Amenities offered include a deck with sunbathing and dining options and a Jacuzzi. All meals (even picnics on excursions), wines, beers, entrance fees to attractions and excursions are included as well as limousine transportation to and from hotel or airport.
Golden Odyssey
011-32-0498-12-30-12
golden-odyssey.com
Vantage offers cruises along the Danube, Rhine, the waterways of Holland, Belgium, France and the Black Sea. In 2009, all European luxury river vessels were refurbished to include Wi-Fi Internet access and upgrade existing amenities like French balconies in bedrooms. The restaurant on board all vessels uses only locally grown and fresh ingredients. Vantage prides itself especially on providing North Americans the type of comfort they're used to.
Vantage Deluxe World Travel
90 Canal Street
Boston, MA 02114-2031
617-878-6000
vantagetravel.com