Unlike ocean cruises, river cruises fill up quickly and early, making booking well in advance a good idea.
Unlike ocean cruises, river cruise packages often include pre - and post-cruise lodging, onshore group tours including expenditures like meals and entrance fees, and pre-paid gratuity in base pricing.
Unlike ocean cruises, river cruising is a more intimate experience, with fewer on - board guests and a small crew of dedicated staff you can get to know as you sail.