Riviera Travel Drinks Package Guide

This is a guest post by Kate Holroyd.

One of the most frequently asked questions when booking a Riviera Travel cruise is about the drinks package.

I’ve been working with Riviera Travel for over a decade and have sailed with them numerous times. Read on to find out what you can expect from a Riviera Travel drinks package.

Free Drinks On All European River Cruises

Riviera Travel has recently launched free drinks on all their 2025 and 2026 European River Cruises. However, there are some key differences between the two.

The Superior Drinks Package

For all 2025 European River Cruises you can enjoy the following:-

Over lunch in the restaurants enjoy unlimited drinks from a choice of:

• Red, white, rosé and sparkling house wine, including non-alcoholic
• Draught beer, including non-alcoholic
• A selection of soft drinks and juices

Then from 6 pm until midnight in the bar and restaurants, enjoy all of the above, plus unlimited drinks from a choice of:

The All Inclusive Drinks Package

Available on all 2026 European river cruise departures this package is available from 10am-Midnight each day and includes the following:-

• Red, white, rosé and sparkling house wine, including non-alcoholic​
• A choice of draught beer, including non-alcoholic​
• A selection of soft drinks and juices​​
• Cocktail and mocktail of the day​
• House spirits and mixers including vodka, gin, rum, whisky, martini, sherry, brandy, port and Baileys (excluding liqueurs)​
• Daily recommended wines ​
• Tea and coffee from the bar 

No Limits

You may be surprised to hear that there are no restrictions on how many drinks you can have, within the options available and times listed. For example, there will be one cocktail of the day each day, but there is no limit to how many you can have.

Drinks Prices

If you’re cruising with Riviera Travel outside of Europe, or fancy buying a drink outside of the selected times, you can find a break down of the pay as you go prices below. The prices are very reasonable with a glass of wine starting from just €4.25.

• Glass of wine between €4.25 and €5.25
• Selection of Cocktails €9.00
• Vodka between €5.50 and €6.50
• Gin between €7.50 and €8.75
• Beer and Cider between €3.25 and €5.00
• Soft drinks from €2.75

Here’s a link to the bar menu so you can see the full range of beverages on offer.

Please note that the example bar menu provided here is not applicable to every cruise and the selection of drinks available and prices advised will vary from ship to ship. 

Real Life Experience

Onboard my Riviera Travel river cruises I really enjoyed the drinks packages.

No ordering (my wine glass was topped up periodically throughout the meal), no signing receipts during the meal. Just great service as the crew topped up our glasses throughout.

There is a fantastic selection of wines, including sparking, red, white and rose. They tend to be locally sourced too which is a fabulous way to get a taste of the destination.

If I was looking for an alternative to the wine, ordering soft drinks and beer was easy too. I really enjoy wine at mealtimes and to me, it improved the dining experience without worrying about the bar bill!

Don’t be afraid to get your glass topped up before you leave at the end of the meal too, it’s allowed and encouraged. Just make sure to get your order in before the end of the meal’s official dining times. 

What Guests Say About The Riviera Travel River Cruises Drinks Package

It’s always good to get a Riviera Travel drinks package review, here’s what some guests had to say when we sailed together:

“It’s nice to have the wine flowing without signing for drinks interrupting your meal”

Bruce R

“I like to know what I’m paying before I get onboard, it helps me budget accordingly”

Kate H

The Bottom Line

The Rivera Travel drinks package is perfect for everyone; whether you enjoy drinking alcohol or want to take advantage of the varied non-alcoholic alternatives.

The package provides a more relaxed atmosphere and top-notch service, with the crew topping up your glass throughout your meals. All this and you can be safe in the knowledge that your bar bill isn’t going to be a monster at the end of your cruise.

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