2009 Top 10 Rivers for Cruising

If you would like to discover the magic of river cruising, Cruise Critic has put together the top 10 rivers for cruising in 2009.

1. Danube - storied landscapes, cultural heritage and centuries-old architecture of the Old World. You'll discover Europe's vineyard-lined valleys and beautifully preserved medieval towns in Germany, Austria, Hungary, Serbia and Romania.
2. Douro - visit restored palaces, places of pilgramage, cultural centres and vineyards in Spain and Portugal
3. Yangtze - see spectacular scenery and visit some of China's great historic landmarks
4. Rhine - incredible scenery from Alps to the North Sea, visiting Switzerland, Germany, France and Holland.
5. Rhone - this area through Provence and the south of France is renowned for fine wines and culinary delights
6. Nile - visit the sights of ancient Egypt
7. Murray - cruise through the Australian outback, visiting million-year-old gorges, golden sandstone cliffs and majestic red-gum forests.
8. Volga - travel scenic rivers, canals and lakes that connect Moscow and St. Petersburg
9. Mekong River - take in ancient cities, temples and natural wonders in Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand
10. St. Lawrence Seaway - visit Montreal and Ottawa, two of Canada's most storied cities.

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