CroisiEurope is redefining autumn travel with the launch of its new November Cruise Escapes. Designed specifically for the off-season, these exclusive departures invite travelers to discover Europe's rivers from a fresh perspective, combining relaxing visits with unique cultural experiences available only on these special cruises.
Taking advantage of the mild late-season weather and fewer tourists, the new November cruises offer travelers the chance to explore iconic destinations in a more relaxed and intimate setting. Guests will enjoy easier access to popular landmarks and attractions while experiencing a deeper connection with local communities, artisans, and regional traditions.
“November offers a completely different way to travel,” says Lucas Schmitter of CroisiEurope. “These cruises have been specially created to showcase the beauty of the off-season through exclusive excursions, authentic cultural encounters, and enriching onboard experiences not available on our regular sailings.”
Much more than just an extension of the cruise season, November Cruise Escapes include activities and excursions specially designed for these exclusive departures. Highlights include:
- Culinary demonstrations on board: passengers will be able to discover regional gastronomic traditions through live demonstrations of Black Forest Cake, preparation of traditional Spätzle , making Provençal tapenade and anchovy paste, as well as the secrets of the famous Normandy Tarte Tatin.
- Exclusive themed evenings: a program of regional celebrations will bring local culture closer to travelers, with Bavarian themed nights, outdoor dance events, evenings of traditional Gypsy music, entertainment inspired by authentic bouchons and celebrations of Celtic folklore on the Loire.
- Cultural and sensory discoveries: special activities will allow you to immerse yourself in the local heritage, including an immersion in the culture of lavender, one of the most representative symbols of Provence, interactive games about the dialects and traditions of Alsace and lectures on the Dutch Golden Age.
- Regional tastings: guests can savor local specialties through carefully selected tastings, such as Beaujolais wines accompanied by regional sausages and cheeses, Saint-Émilion wines, Pommeau de Normandie and the traditional Montélimar nougat.
- Exclusive excursions included: some departures incorporate exceptional experiences such as a free dinner at the Abbaye de Collonges – Paul Bocuse, an included excursion to the Loire Valley castles or visits to the Amsterdam canals and the Rijksmuseum.
The November Cruise Escapes collection comprises nine specially designed itineraries that operate along French waterways and the Rhine. Each cruise shares the same philosophy: fewer crowds, more enriching experiences, authentic encounters, and an exclusive program available only during these seasonal departures.
Featured itineraries
- 8-day/7-night cruise between Amsterdam and Basel (and vice versa), with stops in Cologne, Bonn, Königswinter, Mainz, Strasbourg, and Breisach. Departures on October 31 and November 7, 2026, and November 5 and 19, 2027.
- 4-day/3-night cruise between Strasbourg and Basel (and vice versa), with a stop in Breisach. Departures on November 9, 12, 16 and 19, 2026, and November 8, 11, 15, 18, 22 and 25, 2027.
- 5-day/4-night cruise departing from and returning to Strasbourg, visiting Koblenz, the romantic Rhine Valley, Rüdesheim, and Mannheim. Twelve departures in November 2026 and twenty departures in November 2027.
- 8-day/7-night cruise departing from and returning to Lyon, with stops in Mâcon, Vienne, Avignon, Arles, Viviers, and Tournon. Departures on November 22, 2026, and November 12 and 21, 2027.
- 7-day/6-night cruise departing from and returning to Lyon, visiting Tain l'Hermitage, Avignon, Arles and Viviers. Departures on November 12 and 21, 2026.
- 6-day/5-night cruise departing from and returning to Lyon, with stops in Avignon, Arles, Port-Saint-Louis, Martigues, Viviers, and Tain l'Hermitage. Departures on November 1, 6, 16, 18, 20, and 23, 2026, and November 4, 5, 12, 17, 19, 22, 24, and 25, 2027.
- 5-day/4-night cruise departing from and returning to Nantes, visiting Saint-Nazaire, Ancenis, the Château de Langeais, and the Abbey of Fontevraud. Departures on November 14 and 23, 2026, and November 1, 15, and 24, 2027.
- 5-day/4-night cruise departing from and returning to Bordeaux, with stops in Cussac-Fort-Médoc and Libourne. Departure on November 9, 2026.
- 6-day/5-night cruise departing from and returning to Paris, with stops in La Roche-Guyon, Rouen, Mantes-la-Jolie, and Poissy. Departures on November 12 and 17, 2026, and November 2, 12, 17, and 22, 2027.
Prices are for the cruise only and include all meals and drinks, WiFi, port taxes and repatriation insurance.
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