Riviera Travel was born from a simple but bold idea: that everyone deserves to experience the magic of Europe. Founded in the early 1980s by Michael Wright, the company started with a handful of tents on a campsite in the south of France and a passion for sharing the continent's history, culture, and hidden gems with curious travelers.

Over 40 years later, Riviera Travel has grown into one of Europe's most celebrated cruise and tour operators, having welcomed millions of guests aboard its award-winning river cruises, boutique yacht voyages, and expertly guided escorted tours. The company launched its first river cruises in 2009 and has since expanded to sail the Danube, Rhine, Douro, Seine, Rhone, Moselle, Main, and Dutch Waterways, as well as Southeast Asia's Mekong.

What sets Riviera apart is a genuine commitment to the traveler. Their itineraries are crafted by explorers with deep destination knowledge, thoughtfully balancing adventure and relaxation, iconic landmarks and off-the-beaten-path discoveries.