Riviera Travel has revealed the world’s first solo-only river cruise ship!

MS George Eliot will be the only river cruise ship on the planet dedicated exclusively for solo travellers. Sailing June 2027.

Guests can look forward to:

✅ More departures

More space

✅ No single supplements!

No sharing required!

Only the freedom to explore Europe’s most beautiful waterways alone, but together with like-minded travellers.

New 2027 itineraries announced:

Two additional, brand-new solo European river cruises. Available to book now.

Budapest to the Black Sea

Departing June 2027 15 days from £5,699pp

With:

✅ 14 nights on board a five-star ship

✅ 17 included experiences

✅ Full-board dining & welcome dinner

✅ Free drinks package

Cruise the Heart of Europe

Departing August & October 2027 15 days from £5,599pp

With:

✅ 14 nights on board a five-star ship

✅ 20 included experiences

✅ Full-board dining & welcome dinner

✅ Free drinks package

Existing Solo Itineraries

The following itineraries will also operate on the MS George Eliot:

✅ The Blue Danube

✅ River Cruise To Switzerland

✅ Rhine & Moselle

✅ Rhine, Strasbourg and Heidelberg

2027 Early Booking Offer

Free upgrade from middle to upper deck across 2027 on select European River Cruises!

Booking window:  17th September – 31st October. T&Cs apply.

Go to Riviera Explorer for marketing toolkits and more information.

What’s In The Price

Exceptional value for money, with almost everything included:

Expert Riviera Cruise Director & Concierge

Gourmet dining & Free Wi-Fi

20kg++ checked luggage

Complimentary On-board Tea & Coffee

Return flights, Eurostar & transfers

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