Cruising solo often comes with a cost—literally. Most solo travelers face costly "single supplements" and find themselves navigating a cruise world set up for couples and groups. While cruise lines like Norwegian and Celebrity have started catering to this growing audience with dedicated solo cabins and experiences, another cruise ship is raising the bar.
Starting in 2027, Riviera Travel will launch the first-ever cruise ship dedicated to solo travel. The MS George Eliot will welcome up to 68 guests—each traveling solo—on exclusive European itineraries all spring, summer and fall.
"Our solo river cruises are among our most popular itineraries," said Stuart Milan, president of North America for Riviera Travel. "With growing demand for even more solo departures, we knew it was time to dedicate an entire ship to this thriving segment of the market. With this announcement, we are proud to take the next step in redefining solo travel and to offer an all-new luxury river cruise experience."
Here's what the new solo cruises will include:
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Its upcoming lineup includes six European river cruises so far: a 15-day Budapest to the Black Sea River Cruise, a 15-day Heart of the Danube Cruise, an 8-Day Blue Danube River Cruise, an 8-Day Rhine Cruise to Switzerland, a 9-Day Rhine and Moselle River Cruise and an 8-day Rhine, Strasbourg and Heidelberg River Cruise—all for solo travelers only.
The 8-Day Rhine and Moselle package starts at $3,449, while its most expensive, a 15-day Budapest to Black Sea Cruise, runs $9,049. Fares will cover meals, an "all-day drink package," shore excursions and more, the company said.
Every passenger will have a double cabin and most of which will have a French Balcony. And there will be plenty of events and activities to meet fellow cruisers. "A welcome dinner and cocktail reception, as well as daily entertainment, will let travelers connect with those who have shared interests for a social connection when desired," Riviera added.
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A New Era of Cruising for Solo Travelers
The MS George Eliot is part of a growing trend of premium offerings for an increasing number solo travelers in 2026 and beyond. Here's what many of the top cruise lines are now doing to attract solo travelers:
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL): NCL has the most single-occupancy "studio" cabins across multiple classes, including balcony options. Solo travelers can use the private studio lounge, attend organized meetups and connect with other solo cruisers through group happy hours, dinners and activities. Virgin Voyages: This adults-only, all-inclusive cruise line caters specifically to solo travelers with dedicated solo cabins and meetups. The ship design also encourages socializing with its open spaces, shared tables and lively bar areas.Royal Caribbean: All Quantum and some Oasis-class vessels waive single supplements on studio solo rooms—either interior staterooms with virtual LED balconies or exterior ones with private balconies. Amenities like the SeaPlex and Royal Escape Room allow them to interact independently or with others. Celebrity Cruises: Their newer "Edge" class ships, such as Celebrity Apex and Ascent, have spacious single staterooms with "Infinite Verandas." Daily wine and cocktail happy hours offer opportunities to meet others, as well as shipwide entertainment at The Theatre and Eden.Holland America Line: HAL has daily solo traveler gatherings, such as happy hours and coffee meetups. There's also a host of communal activities on board designed for socializing, such as wine tasting, cooking demos and music venues, and guests can ask to be seated with other diners at dinner.Related: The Secret to Picking the Best Cabin on Any Cruise Ship, According to a Cruise Insider
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