Everyone knows that water symbolizes life. Perhaps that is why many tourists, tired of noisy megacities, are so eager to spend their holidays near the reservoir. Not everyone likes rest on the seashore under the scorching sun. For those who prefer temperate climates and average temperatures, river cruises have been invented. Below are the five best rivers in the world.
1. Rhine
The Rhine has been sung many times by various writers, artists and poets. The river seems to unite the German past and the German present. All travelers who had a chance to stay in Bonn did not remain indifferent. The famous Cologne Cathedral is located in this area. The headquarters of the Deutsche Post concern is also located here, and there is more than one attraction worthy of being seen with your own eyes.
2. Enisey
Yenisei is one of longest rivers in the world and the most full-flowing river in Russia, could not but be included in this list. A cruise on the Yenisei allows you to observe the extraordinary nature of Siberia, go through the famous Osinovsky and Kazachinsky rapids, cross the Krasnoyarsk Territory and visit the site of the famous Tunguska meteorite. As a bonus - crossing the Arctic Circle.
3. Volga
The rating has not been without another Russian river - the proud Volga. The largest river in Europe in ancient times was called "Ra", in honor of the Egyptian sun god. The river, which is more than 3700 km long, originates in the Tver region and flows into the Caspian Sea. On the route of the river there are such picturesque places of Russia as Samarskaya Luka, Uglich, Ples, Kalyazin, etc. Every lover of antiquity, especially ancient architecture, should add a cruise along the Volga to their itinerary during their holidays.
4. Danube
The Danube cruise includes calls at ports in cities such as Belgrade, Budapest and Vienna. The route, which is laid through picturesque landscapes, includes various sights of Hungary and Austria.
5. Hay
It is known that the Seine flows into the English Channel. The shores of the small bay include some cities in Normandy: the small resort town of Honfleur and the large and industrial Le Havre. It is interesting that the Strasbourg company Cruisi Europe, which provides travel services, has been organizing trips to Paris along the Seine for several years. On the way to the capital, everyone has the opportunity to enjoy the picturesque soot of Monet, the touching buildings of Honfleur and many other attractions.
In short, river cruise lovers will certainly be able to find the most suitable option for their vacation. Today river cruises are, first of all, large liners, built with the latest technology and great hotels to help you have an unforgettable time. A cruise can bring real variety to the life of every tourist. It is the perfect symbiosis of spa and beach holidays.