by John Roberts
Last updated: 9:00 AM ET, Thu February 9, 2017
Moonlight over the blue Danube. Fine wines and gourmet foods while sailing on the Seine. Counting castles as you weave along the Rhine.
These majestic European rivers set the perfect scene for romance, and there is no better way to experience the magic of these flowing waters and historic regions than on a river cruise. And because you enjoy more than one way to get physical with that special someone, you'll love these lines that feature active river cruise itineraries.
Check out all the ways you can work up a sweat on the best river cruises for active couples.
Avalon Waterways Active Discovery on the Danube -- The voyages explore destinations such as Budapest, Salzburg and Vienna while winding along the Danube. During the journey, you'll sip wines, savor regional beers and gourmet foods, and take in the sights from the ship's Sky Deck. Daily adventures include biking, canoeing, hiking, a jogging tour of Vienna and even a chance to get in some golf.
AmaWaterways and Backroads Biking Voyages -- Adventure travel company Backroads teams up with AmaWaterways to offer biking trips on the Danube, Rhine, Douro and Seine rivers in Europe. With more than 60 sailings to choose from annually, couples can find their groove in the bike seat pedaling alongside like-minded travelers while exploring the hillsides, castles, villages and vineyards in some of the most stunning and historic parts of the world.
These partial-charter voyages see about 30 riders (you're sailing with non-riders, too, on the 160-passenger ship) spending the week cruising and cranking out daily mileage ranging from 20 to 50 miles or more. Onboard, enjoy delicious regional cuisine (don't miss the wine-pairing and tasting-menu dinner at the Chef's Table restaurant), elegant cabins and a sun deck pool.
Note: You don't have to take a Backroads sailing to find adventure with AmaWaterways. The ships carry bikes to use for guided tours or personal use, and the itineraries are filled with more-active excursion options like hikes.
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Scenic Trek Travel Biking River Journeys -- The luxury river cruise operator features all-inclusive sailings and daily rides (from 15 to 60 miles) with Trek Travel on high-tech bikes led by expert guides. Plus, you get a butler! Pick a trip on the Danube from Budapest to Nuremberg or on the Rhine traveling from Basel to Amsterdam. All while enjoying five-star pampering and soaking in the awesome scenery - when you're not huffing and puffing through the hillsides - of the stunning Rhine or Wachau valleys. Scenic offers up to six dining options for your romantic evening meals.
Uniworld's "Go Active" Excursions - Combining high-end luxury while keeping your wellness in mind, Uniworld expertly crafts active ways to explore its destinations throughout Europe. Go river kayaking in Provence or golfing in northern France. The line's sports guides and naturalists lead the way on dozens of itineraries that feature more-intense excursion options. How about hiking in vineyards to a castle in Germany or cycling treks in Eastern European cities like Belgrade and Budapest?
CroisiEurope Bike Cruises - Imagine you and your sweetie pedaling through France, swinging by ancient landmarks, exploring lush countryside, breezing through vineyards and stopping for lunches heavy on wines, cheeses and breads. That's right out of the romance playbook! CroisiEurope offers six biking cruises, on the Loire, Gironde and Rhone/Saone in France, as well as the Danube and Rhine.
There are multiple daily routes to accommodate your adventure desires. The line also features a set of hiking cruises in France and Austria/Hungary.
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