Most river cruise ships offer a fitness center to help you stay active between excursions. And if the treadmill isn’t your preference, there is often a professionally trained wellness associate offering daily classes.

Start your day with a yoga session with a view, a spin class on the back of the ship, or a light stretch class, and set the tone for a relaxing day.

If you're wondering how the food is on a river cruise, you'll be delighted to know that high-quality food is made a priority on your river cruise. It's not an afterthought.

Enjoy coffee and a breakfast buffet each morning, light lunches and refreshments throughout the day and exquisite meals prepared with locally sourced ingredients for dinner.

No vacation is complete without a bit of pampering. Most ships feature a spa on board offering massages throughout the day so you can relax on your own schedule. And with fewer guests on board you won’t have to fight for an appointment.
 
Feel like going out for the evening while you're in port? Let the stylists at the salon give you a new look or simply help you look and feel your best before heading out.

River cruise ships typically have a heated pool (some with a swim-up bar for optimal enjoyment) or a jacuzzi, perfect for relaxing any tired muscles while cruising past the graceful, castle-filled countryside of Europe.

At night, the pool offers an even more breathtaking view; as you cruise past larger cities you'll experience an extraordinary show of bridges full of lights or cathedrals lit up under the stars.

Regardless of which cruise itinerary you choose, you’ll have a variety of excursions to choose from. There are even  tour options for “late risers” on some ships if you’d like to take advantage of your lush bed and catch a few extra zzzs. 
 
During some stops, you may prefer a mild hike; on others, wine tasting or touring a Kölsch brew pub. Alternatively, you may wish to take on some free time with your group and explore the city.