Everyone knows that water symbolizes life. Perhaps this is why many tourists, tired of the noisy cities, are so eager to spend their holidays near the reservoir. Not everyone likes a vacation by the sea under the scorching sun. For those who prefer a temperate climate and average temperatures, river cruises were invented. Below are the five best rivers in the world.
1. The Rhine
The Rhine has been repeatedly praised by various writers, artists and poets. The river seems to connect the German past and the German present. All travelers who have stayed in Bonn did not remain indifferent. In this area is the famous Cologne Cathedral. The headquarters of the Deutsche Post concern is also located here, and not one more attraction worthy to be seen with your own eyes.
2. Yenisei
The Yenisei River, one of the longest rivers in the world and the most full-flowing river in Russia, could not get into this list. A cruise along the Yenisei River 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 - the intersection of the Arctic Circle.
3. Volga
The rating was not 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, the length of which exceeds 3700 km, originates in the Tver region, and flows into the Caspian Sea. Along the river, such picturesque places of Russia as Samarskaya Luka, Uglich, Ples, Kalyazin, etc. Every lover of antiquity, especially ancient architecture, should make a cruise on the Volga in his itinerary during the holidays.
4. Danube
The Danube cruise includes calls to the ports of cities such as Belgrade, Budapest and Vienna. The route, which is laid out over picturesque landscapes, includes various sights of Hungary and Austria.
5. Sen
It is known that the Seine flows into the English Channel. The shores of a small bay include some Normandy cities: the small resort of Honfleur and the large and industrial Le Havre. Interestingly, the Strasbourg company Cruisi Europe, which provides travel services, has been organizing trips to Paris along the Seine for more than a year. 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 a word, lovers of river cruises will surely be able to find the most suitable option for a vacation. Today, river cruises are, first of all, large liners, built with the latest technology and wonderful hotels that will help you spend an unforgettable time. A cruise can make a real difference in the life of every tourist. This is the perfect symbiosis of a resort and a beach holiday.
