Cuisine: Cuisine tends to be focused on local specialties but is prepared to accommodate predominantly American tastes.Passengers can choose from a variety of activities in port – including biking, kayaking and hiking – or explore the destination at a leisurely pace. Excursions: Most of your time on a river cruise is spent out exploring the destinations, which can sometimes be two stops in a single day.Due to the busy schedule of port calls and excursions, most passengers are tired after a long day of sightseeing and don't mind a lack of nightlife. Onboard entertainment: River cruising is notoriously sleepy at night, with a focus instead on local enrichment like cooking demonstrations or liqueur tastings.Atmosphere: The overall vibe on a river cruise is more relaxed and far less busy than that of an ocean liner.Size: River cruise ships are smaller in size and the number of passengers they can accommodate, with one lounge and one main dining room being a typical setup.
