CroisiEurope River Cruise Packages — Venice, Paris & Danube Sailings via ACV | Book by June 21, 2026

⏰ Three of Europe's most iconic waterways, three elegant river ships, and pricing that makes European river cruising more accessible than most travellers expect.

These CroisiEurope river cruise packages are available through Air Canada Vacations with cruise-only rates starting from $1,459 CAD per person (taxes, fees, and port expenses included) — and the Danube sailing from Passau to Budapest includes a 30% discount already applied to the rate. Booking window runs June 8–21, 2026.

Why CroisiEurope River Cruising Stands Out

CroisiEurope is Europe's largest river cruise line — and one of the best-kept secrets in Canadian travel. While Viking and Avalon receive most of the attention, CroisiEurope has been quietly operating an outstanding river cruise program at a more accessible price point for decades.

• Europe's largest river cruise fleet — CroisiEurope operates over 50 ships across more than 40 European waterways, with a depth of itinerary variety that no other river cruise line can match

• Small ships, intimate experience — river cruise ships carry around 150–180 passengers, meaning more attentive service, easier port access, and a genuinely personal onboard atmosphere

• Meals included on board — CroisiEurope's cruise fare includes all meals on board, making the onboard cost structure significantly more contained than ocean cruising

• Waking up in the heart of a destination — mooring overnight in Venice's lagoon, sailing through the Paris skyline at dawn, or watching the Danube's castle-studded banks pass by from your stateroom window is an experience no land-based hotel can offer

• ACV Cruise Promise protections — $50 deposit with 100% refundable flights up to 24 hours prior to travel, lowest airfare guarantee, first checked bag and carry-on, missed cruise protection, and Aeroplan earn and redeem

CroisiEurope River Cruise Packages — Sailing Breakdown

Here's the full lineup for these CroisiEurope river cruise packages through Air Canada Vacations. All prices are per person in CAD, based on double occupancy, cruise only — taxes, fees, and port expenses included.

Flights to embarkation ports are not included and must be arranged separately.

Booking window: June 8–21, 2026 for new bookings only.

S.S. Michelangelo — 5 Nights | Venice Round Trip

• Departure port: Venice | Return port: Venice

• Sail date: October 6, 2026

• Stateroom category: Category A — 2 single beds

• Rate: $1,459/person CAD (cruise only, taxes and port expenses included)

A 5-night Venice lagoon and northern Adriatic sailing aboard one of CroisiEurope's classic river ships — ideal for combining with pre or post-cruise time in Venice itself.

⚡ S.S. Botticelli — 4 Nights | Paris Round Trip

• Departure port: Paris | Return port: Paris

• Sail date: July 26, 2026 — approximately 6 weeks away

• Stateroom category: Category Main Deck 2

• Rate: $1,529/person CAD (cruise only, taxes and port expenses included)

A 4-night Seine River sailing in the heart of Paris — a short, accessible introduction to European river cruising for first-time sailors, or a perfect add-on to an existing Paris trip.

⚡ = Urgent departure approximately 6 weeks away — limited availability

⚡ S.S. Modigliani — 5 Nights | Passau to Budapest ⭐ 30% Discount Already Applied

• Departure port: Passau, Germany | Return port: Budapest, Hungary

• Sail date: July 14, 2026 — approximately 4 weeks away

• Stateroom category: Category A — 2 single beds

• Rate: $1,679/person CAD (cruise only, taxes and port expenses included — 30% discount already reflected in this rate)

  
  

The Danube from Passau to Budapest is one of Europe's great river cruise routes — passing through Linz, Melk's famous abbey perched above the river, and the dramatic Wachau Valley wine region before arriving in Budapest.

⚡ = Urgent departure approximately 4 weeks away — limited availability

Why Book Through Boarding Pass Travel

River cruising through Air Canada Vacations with cruise-only rates involves more coordination than a standard all-inclusive — and having a dedicated travel advisor handle the details makes the experience significantly smoother.

Coordinate flights to embarkation ports. Venice, Paris, and Passau are three different European gateways, each with different flight options and connection logistics from Canada. Passau in particular is not a major airport hub — most travellers connect through Munich. A Boarding Pass Travel advisor can coordinate your cruise booking with appropriate flight arrangements so you're not piecing it together independently.

Maximize the ACV Cruise Promise. The $50 deposit with 100% refundable flights, lowest airfare guarantee, and missed cruise protection are meaningful benefits on a European river cruise booking — where the gap between your transatlantic flight and your embarkation time matters. A Boarding Pass Travel advisor ensures these protections are correctly in place.

The July 14 Modigliani is 4 weeks away — and it has a 30% discount. That combination of urgency and savings is the strongest argument on this entire flyer. A Boarding Pass Travel advisor can check current cabin availability and file your booking before the June 21 window closes.

An advocate throughout the journey. From flight connections to embarkation logistics to anything that arises on board, a dedicated travel advisor who knows your full itinerary acts immediately on your behalf if anything needs attention.

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IMPORTANT DETAILS

Booking window: June 8–21, 2026. All prices are per person in CAD, cruise only, based on double occupancy, taxes, fees, and port expenses included. Prices do not include flights to embarkation ports — flights from Canada to Venice, Paris, or Passau must be arranged and paid separately. 30% savings applies exclusively to S.S. Modigliani (MOD) sailing the Danube from Passau to Budapest on July 14, 2026 — automatically applied to all cabin categories on this sailing only. 30% savings does not apply to S.S. Michelangelo or S.S. Botticelli. Applicable for new bookings only. Not applicable for groups. Prices valid at time of issue and subject to change without notice. Full terms and conditions at aircanadavacations.com. Travel insurance is strongly recommended — particularly given the importance of flight connection timing for river cruise embarkations.

DISCLAIMER

Boarding Pass Travel is not responsible for errors or omissions in this post. All offers are provided by Air Canada Vacations and are subject to their terms and conditions. CroisiEurope river cruise sailings are subject to CroisiEurope's own terms and conditions. Travel insurance is strongly recommended for all bookings — ask your advisor about coverage options appropriate for international river cruise travel. Air Canada Vacations holds Quebec permit #702566 and TICO registration #R50013536/W50013537. Boarding Pass Travel is a TICO-registered travel agency in Ontario, Canada.