All Inclusive River Cruises Compared
Drinks, tips, tours and transfers — what each line lists as included, and what still costs extra.
Compare Luxury River Lines Free“All-inclusive” means different things on different river lines. Here is what each line itself lists, so you can compare all inclusive river cruises like for like.
Inclusions Compared
| Line | Drinks | Gratuities | Excursions | Other inclusions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uniworld | Unlimited, incl. fine wines and premium spirits | Onboard staff included | A wide variety included | Wi-Fi, bikes and Nordic walking sticks, scheduled transfers for eligible guests |
| Scenic | Premium beverages all day; mini-bar restocked daily | All, on board and ashore | Scenic Freechoice + Scenic Enrich events | E-bikes in Europe, butler for every suite, transfers with Scenic air and hotels |
| Tauck | Unlimited, 24/7 | All, incl. Tauck Directors, guides, crew, drivers | Privately guided small-group excursions | Transfers, port charges and taxes, select hotel stays, Wi-Fi |
| AmaWaterways | Beer and wine with lunch and dinner; daily Sip & Sail | May be extra | Guided excursions in every port | Wi-Fi, bikes |
| Viking | Beer, wine, soft drinks with lunch and dinner | Not listed as included | One included tour in every port | Wi-Fi |
| Riviera Travel | Drinks package on most sailings | Check by sailing | Daily guided excursions | Wi-Fi, port taxes |
From each line’s own website, October 2026. Inclusions vary by itinerary, region and promotion.
Reading Between the Lines
- “Excursions included” can mean one tour per port or a choice of several. Ask how many choices there are.
- “Drinks included” can mean all day or only at meals, and house brands or premium.
- Gratuities are the biggest hidden cost on less inclusive lines.
- Transfers are often included only when you buy the line’s air or hotel package.
- Single travelers: Tauck says there is no single supplement in its Category 1 cabins.
All Inclusive River Cruises Beyond Europe
Several all-inclusive lines also sail outside Europe: Scenic on the Mekong, Uniworld in Egypt, India, Southeast Asia and Peru, and AmaWaterways in Colombia. Inclusions can differ there — Uniworld says so explicitly — so check each region. Our sister sites Nile Riverboat Cruises and Mekong Riverboat Cruises cover those rivers.
All Inclusive River Cruise Questions
Are all inclusive river cruises really all-inclusive?
Nearly. Even the most inclusive lines charge for some things: Scenic, for example, says a small number of fine wines and wellness services carry a cost. Spa treatments, premium vintages and optional private tours are the usual extras.
Are airport transfers included?
Often, with conditions. Scenic includes return transfers in Europe and Asia when flights and hotels are booked through Scenic; Uniworld includes scheduled transfers for guests who meet its transfer guidelines; Tauck includes airport transfers and select train-station transfers.
Do all inclusive river cruises cost more?
The fare is higher, but compare the total: drinks, tips and tours add up quickly on a less inclusive line. We price both ways so you can see the real difference.
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