Why we love no-fly river cruises with Riviera Travel... No-fly river cruises with Riviera Travel are a brilliant way to explore Europe more slowly and comfortably, removing the need to fly while turning the journey itself into part of the experience. Travelling by high-speed rail from the UK means you arrive relaxed, with no airport queues or baggage worries, and step straight into Europe ready to begin your cruise. Rail connections make it easy to reach key gateway cities such as Paris, Amsterdam and more, opening up a wide choice of rivers and itineraries across Europe. From there, guests can cruise through iconic waterways and historic regions, enjoying Riviera’s carefully planned itineraries, expert guidance and relaxed pace — making no-fly river cruising an easy, scenic and wonderfully civilised way to travel.