Eastern Europe River cruise Trips

It was brilliant. Nicely paced with lots of extras I didnt expect. Our tour guide was helpful, knowledgeable, and went out of his way to ensure we had the best holiday.

The trip was excellent from start to finish - few things stood out: The pace. I'll admit I went in skeptical. I was braced for the herded-through-a-place feeling that's hard to shake on group tours, and instead found an itinerary that genuinely breathed. Free time in Porto, an afternoon at leisure in the Alentejo, a full day in Lisbon — there was structure, but never crowding. That balance is hard to design and easy to under-deliver on, and Collette nailed it. The access. This is the piece I'm hardest to convince on, and it's where the trip surprised me most. The home-hosted dinner outside Porto, the olive press in Marvão, the Alter do Chão stud farm, the fado evening on our last night in Lisbon — none of that exists without years of relationship-building on the ground. I couldn't have arranged any of it from my laptop, and I understood that intellectually before I left. I understand it differently now. The inclusions and logistics. Sixteen meals, every transfer, every entrance — flawlessly executed. The hotels were thoughtfully chosen — Monverde in the Douro especially was a standout. And I have to call out our tour guide specifically. He was, hands down, the best part of the trip. His knowledge of Portugal — the history, the regions, the food, the small details — was exceptional, but what made him remarkable was the way he held the group. Twenty people is a real act of stewardship, and he made it look effortless. He read the room constantly, gave us the right amount of context without overdoing it, and managed the rhythm of long days with grace and humor. He's a tremendous ambassador for Collette and for Portugal.

Great trip all around! The booking was short notice but our questions were answered promptly and the booking process and communication that followed was excellent. Once on the ground, everything was top notch. The guides were friendly, very knowledgeable and passionate, as well as very accommodating (pick up times, detours for ATMs, adding some excursions, etc.). The trip cover all the highlights along the Nile in a pretty short time so a bit of decompression time sailing on the felucca was very nice. I would consider adding a day in Luxor to have time to enjoy the river front and split some of the sights. It would also give an opportunity for sunrise hot air balloon ride without trying to cram this in. Overall I would not hesitate to recommend this trip to others.

Being able to stay in the hotels three nights each was wonderful. The weather was perfect almost the food was delicious and the pace was great. Although I had already been to several of the places for the most part sights new to me were on the schedule. Nice small group.

I recently experienced an unforgettable Egypt tour that exceeded all my expectations. The journey began with the breathtaking Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx—truly iconic and awe-inspiring wonders of the ancient world. A visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) complemented this perfectly, offering incredible artifacts and a deep dive into Egypt’s rich history. The Nile cruise was a highlight, with stunning river views, luxurious comfort, and an amazing crew who provided exceptional service at every moment. Every detail was taken care of, making the experience relaxing and memorable. Don’t miss the awe-inspiring Abu Simbel temples — a spectacular sight that is truly worth the visit. Other gems included a magical hot air balloon ride over Luxor at sunrise, offering unparalleled panoramic views of the Valley of the Kings. The Nubian Village visit was equally enchanting, providing a warm cultural experience with friendly locals and vibrant traditions. This tour offers the perfect blend of history, culture, and adventure, delivered with outstanding service throughout. Highly recommended for anyone eager to explore the wonders of Egypt!

Loved every minute of our bike/barge of Provence. Great crew, we were well looked after and our guide Micala was very patient and took us on some beautiful rides. Highly recommend!