Sanctuary Retreats offers iconic river cruise journeys and dock in secluded ports providing the finest floating boutique hotels for a limited number of guests.
Cruise Ideas
These voyages are a small taste of what we offer. Contact our Cruise Specialists for bespoke suggestions and post-cruise optionsDiscover Sanctuary
Every itinerary is meticulously crafted with intimate local knowledge and led by only the most experienced local guides. Additionally, on the Sanctuary Ananda river cruise you will find a mouth-watering range of Asian and Western dishes alongside cocktails to suit every taste with complimentary drinks generously supplied by friendly staff.
The Sanctuary Retreats Experience
- Discover hidden gems that you would never find alone; ask your Travel Specialist about an early morning balloon tour over Bagan.
- On board, highly skilled staff - from local tour guides to masseuses - are always on hand to assist.
- Incredible dining - the ship’s experienced chefs are well versed in luxury hospitality and exquisite flavour.
Fleet
Sanctuary Retreats boasts six exquisite river cruise vessels, including two available for private charter, that are uniquely designed and boast spacious, stylish cabins most with private balconies.
Voyages
Sanctuary Retreat’s carefully designed itineraries dock in secluded ports and awe-inspiring locations such as the scenic Yangtze River in China, the epic Nile in Egypt and off the beaten track Irrawaddy and Chindwin in Myanmar.
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