by Sarah Kuta
Last updated: 11:13 AM ET, Wed November 11, 2026
Railbookers is partnering with AmaWaterways to offer travelers new itineraries that combine European river cruises with independent rail travel, allowing them to explore destinations along the Danube and Rhine by both boat and train as part of a single trip.
Announced at Railbookers Group's Global Summit in Vancouver, the partnership expands the company's Cruise and Rail collection. Travelers will be able to pair an AmaWaterways river cruise with additional time exploring Europe by rail, with Railbookers coordinating the itinerary.
The AmaWaterways partnership adds to Railbookers' existing collection of 51 cruise extension products.
The partnership is part of a broader expansion of Railbookers' 2027 product lineup, which also includes new accessible travel itineraries, additional rail packages in Asia and expanded luxury train offerings.
Railbookers is working with accessible travel specialist ATS to introduce five itineraries designed for travelers with mobility, sensory and other accessibility needs. The company also is adding new rail packages in China, South Korea and Sri Lanka.
The announcements come as Railbookers reports strong demand for its products. The company's luxury rail business has grown 123% since the beginning of 2026, while bookings for 2027 are pacing 35% ahead of the same period last year. The company also generated $1.7 billion in booking quotes, according to the announcement.
Railbookers president and chief executive officer Frank Marini attributed the growth to increasing interest in experiential travel and independent trips.
“Nothing is slowing down the demand for rail,” he says.
The company also announced plans to open a new headquarters and Center of Excellence training center in Nashville, Tennessee, in March 2027. In addition, it is establishing an in-house Concierge Team to provide travelers with personalized assistance throughout the booking process.
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