Golf Around the World on a River Cruise

Swing Big on a Golf-Focused Cruise

How do golf and a river cruise go together? In fact, they fit to a "tee."

Your next big golf getaway via a river cruise can include a concierge golf program that features private transfers to world-class courses across the globe, green fees and pre-booked tee times, golf equipment, and cleaning. All you have to do is show up and play: Every detail is taken care of, and you can choose to use your own clubs or borrow.

After you play to your heart's content, you can then return to the boat to enjoy everything from traditional cruise-line sightseeing to luxury onboard amenities, such as farm-to-table dining, cocktail hours, access to golf experts, and golf seminars.

The Big Three

In the world of golf getaways on river cruises, there are three major operators to look into:

1. AmaWaterways: You can score a hole-in-one with the luxurious concierge golf program from AmaWaterways. You will enjoy playing elite courses through the company's Magna on the Danube and Impressions of the Seine & Paris cruises.
   
   
2. AMADEUS River Cruises: Golf cruises with AMADEUS are designed for both "the hardcore golf enthusiast as well as holidaymakers for whom it is a secondary interest." These stress-free golf vacations center around some of the top courses in Europe, including Le Golf National near Paris, fairways along the Normandy coasts, and Le Kempferhof near Strasbourg, among others.
   
   
3. Azamara: In partnership with PerryGolf, Azamara's golf cruises visit more than 25 countries per year and play on more than 80 courses, including 20 of the world's top 100. From the Western Mediterranean of Italy, France, and Spain to the Eastern Caribbean of Barbados, St. Lucia, and St. Marteen to New Zealand, Vietnam, and many more international locations, Azamara is equally known for its extensive global footprint and its top-notch service and attention to detail.

In addition, there are other river cruise options that feature golf packages, so it pays to research your options if you are looking into a fun golf-themed trip or an all-inclusive river cruise.

How to Prepare for a Golf Cruise

The good news is that all you have to do is book your golf-themed river cruise, pack your bags, and arrive. The rest will be taken care of. You can participate in as many rounds of golf as you wish in addition to other sightseeing options.

River cruises are a fantastic option for anyone who wants to visit multiple locations in a smaller vessel, and now they offer the perfect option for those who want to enjoy a few special rounds of golf along the way.