Australia’s Coach and River Cruise Specialists
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Rivers & Roads is your gateway to truly unique travel experiences. Our team of travel experts – known for their personal approach to create once-in-a-lifetime travel experiences – will help you craft an unforgettable itinerary to suit your tastes and travel style, no matter which corner of the globe is calling you.
We are Australia’s coach touring and river cruising specialists.
Rivers & Roads (TM) is the dedicated tour and river cruise division of OVATION Travel & Cruise Planners – 100% Australian, and family owned since 1979.
Personal Care
When you book with Rivers & Roads your advisor will be personally assigned to you – not just this time, but with every trip you do with us from then on. You will get know each other well – the ultimate formula for ensuring your holiday choices are the best possible.
You own unique itinerary
We are expert at customising every detail to your needs – in fact there’s nothing we like more so just ask!
And our special relationship with suppliers worldwide often means we can get you additional benefits.
The Power of Influence
With Rivers & Roads you benefit from our strong personal relationship with travel companies and their senior management teams worldwide. We are much more than just another travel agent.
Destinations
Whether you see yourself cruising peacefully down the Danube, immersing yourself in the local culture in Asia or if you’re looking for inspiration for your next adventure; our team of passionate experts will help.
India
5 Tours
Come face-to-face with the ancient traditions, artistic heritage and culinary creations of India on its holiest river – the Ganges. From bustling cities to colonial outposts and beguiling rural villages, experience first hand the river’s role in Indian society both today and in years gone by. Encounter ancient Buddhist sites and colourful Hindu temples, as
Americas
13 Tours
From the jaw-dropping grandeur of Alaska to the vibrant streets of Rio de Janeiro, the Americas combine richly-cultured cities with breathtaking landscapes that range from high-altitude deserts to the Amazon’s wildlife-filled jungles. Witness the smoking volcanoes of Central America and tour the beguiling vineyards of Argentina or embark on a trans-American adventure from coast to
Asia
16 Tours
Asia has long lured visitors to discover its exotic cultures, mouth-watering cuisine and rich traditions, from the ancient temples of Angkor to the Great Wall of China and the atmospheric streets of Hanoi’s Old Quarter. Today this sprawling continent has added another feather to its cap with cutting-edge cities that will leave you spellbound.
Europe
41 Tours
Stretching from the glacial-carved fjords of Norway to the intoxicating spice markets of Turkey, Europe encompasses magnificent landscapes and historically-rich cities just waiting to be explored. Discover the multicultural neighbourhoods of London and the world-renowned museums of Paris or escape to the sun-drenched islands of Croatia. Whether you embark on one of the more
Featured Trips
It’s hard to choose our favourite itineraries but here are a few to get you inspired.
Travel Styles
Happy Travellers
Don’t just take our word for it.
We’ve helped many travellers over the years to create their own incredible travel stories. We can’t wait to help you too.
We thought that two weeks on our Tauck cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest might have been too long but you were so right – by the time it ended we were wishing it had been even longer! Definitely going back again.
Leo, NSW AustraliaDespite our excitement at first seeing the Northern Lights, the Amadeus Christmas Markets cruise you recommended turned out to be the highlight of our time in Europe. Truly unforgettable. Thank you.
Robyn, VIC AustraliaView All Reviews
How to Book
Explore
Explore our range of quality tours and river-cruises, every one hand-picked and
recommended by our expert travel advisors. Can’t find what you want? We have
access to every tour and river-cruise worldwide, so just ask.
Enquire
Send us a note via the booking form (no
obligation) and we will respond promptly, or phone. We are keen to hear from
you!
We will put together your personalised
itinerary with our famously expert attention to detail.
Confirm
Just pay your deposit or full payment and you are as good as there!
No credit card fees and, with many Amex cards, you can pay in full or part with American Express reward points.
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