AmaWaterways vs Tauck vs Viking & More: River Cruise Tours & Land Options
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99.9% of my clients go for longer than seven nights.
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Discover the magic of extended river cruising as we compare tours from the top five lines: AmaWaterways, Avalon, Uniworld, Tauck, and Viking! Thinking about a river cruise, but want more than just a 7-night journey? You're in for a treat! In this episode of RTE-Travel Talk, Ken sits down with Real Travel Expert Beth Schulberg of Cruise & Travel Specialists to explore one of the most exciting trends in river cruising today — River Cruise Tours. These immersive experiences combine the best of both worlds: a relaxing river cruise and an in-depth land tour, all in one seamless vacation. Beth takes us on a virtual journey through five of the top river cruise lines — AmaWaterways, Avalon Waterways, Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection, Tauck, and Viking River Cruises — breaking down what each one offers in terms of itineraries, pricing, inclusions, and standout features. From pre- and post-cruise hotel stays in places like Amsterdam, Lucerne, Ljubljana, Paris, Prague, Vienna, and more, to luxurious onboard experiences, Beth highlights the nuances that can make or break your vacation. 🧾 What You'll Learn in This Episode: ✨ Which lines are truly all-inclusive (and which aren’t) 💰 How much you should budget per day for a cruise tour 🍷 The unique extras that set each company apart — from wine cellars and curated excursions to active itineraries and local immersion 🌍 Why river cruise tours offer amazing value for travelers already flying to Europe 👤 Tips for solo travelers — including how to avoid paying a single supplement Whether you're a first-time river cruiser or looking to take your cruise experience to the next level, this conversation will help you make an informed decision — and maybe even inspire your next big adventure. Tags: #bestcruisesineurope #rivercruises #rivercruisereviews #rivercruising #RiverCruiseTours #AmaWaterways #AvalonWaterways #Tauck #Uniworld #VikingRiverCruise #CruiseTour #RiverCruising #CruiseTips #TravelAdvisor #CruiseAndTravelSpecialists #RTETravelTalk #EuropeTravel #CruiseComparison Contact Real Travel Experts: questions@realtravelexperts.com https://realtravelexperts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/RealTravelExperts/ https://www.instagram.com/realtravelexperts/ Contact Cruise & Travel Specialists: info@cruzholidays.com Cruise & Travel Specialist website: https://cruztrav.com/ Image & Video Credits: Uniworld Clips and Images: Courtesy of Uniworld Tauck Clips and Images: Courtesy of Tauck Tours & Cruises Viking River Cruises Clips and Images: Courtesy of Viking AmaWaterways Clips and Images: Courtesy of AmaWaterways Avalon Waterways Clips and Images: Courtesy of Avalon Waterways RTE Travel Talk does not endorse any of their guests' products or services. The opinions of the guests may or may not reflect those of the host and RTE Travel Talk. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction 00:48 Special Guest Beth Schulberg 02:33 AmaWaterways 05:25 Avalon Waterways 07:32 Uniworld 11:33 Tauck 14:22 Viking 18:02 What usually determines what cruise line is chosen? 20:32 Other considerations 23:00 Beth's advice 24:12 Contacting Beth 24:29 Beth's future travels