Riviera Travel introduces exciting themed river cruises for 2024, featuring notable personalities.
- Gardening TV star Charlie Dimmock will join the Gardens & Natural Beauty of the Rhone cruise with insightful contributions.
- Former royal experts Grant Harrold and Colin Alderson to participate in the Regal Rhine Cruise, sharing their unique expertise.
- The themed cruises aim to provide guests with distinctive holiday experiences and broaden the appeal of river cruising.
- The launch signifies a trend toward more specialised itineraries catering to diverse interests.
Riviera Travel has set the stage for an engaging travel experience in 2024 with the launch of new themed river cruises. Bringing aboard a blend of celebrity and expertise, these cruises promise to offer unique insights and memorable excursions for those seeking an extraordinary holiday.
Highlighting the Gardens & Natural Beauty of the Rhone cruise, gardening enthusiasts and fans of TV personality Charlie Dimmock are in for a treat. The renowned gardening expert will participate in onboard lectures, offering gardening insights, as well as joining guests on excursions to illustrious botanical destinations. Spanning eight days, this cruise will feature stops at some of France’s most beautiful gardens, including the Parc de la Tête d’Or in Lyon, Jardin des Villes in Vienne, and the iconic Rocher des Doms in Avignon, capped with a guided tour of the landscape garden L’Escape Van Gogh in Arles. Departing on 11th October, this immersive experience is available starting at £2,149.
For those inclined towards a regal journey, the Regal Rhine Cruise presents an opportunity to sail with former royal butler Grant Harrold and royal chef Colin Alderson. Their presence is expected to enrich the cruise with expert talks and social interactions during shore excursions. This exclusive eight-day voyage will navigate through the historic ports of Strasbourg, Koblenz, Rüdesheim, and Speyer, and sets sail on 17th October with prices commencing at £1,949.
Will Sarson, head of product cruise and long-haul at Riviera, remarked on the rising popularity of themed cruises among travellers, highlighting the push towards offering not just a trip, but an experience. ‘Demand for themed cruises is growing, as guests seek holidays with a difference. Itineraries such as these allow us to expand our reach and appeal to those who have yet to take a river cruise,’ he stated. The collaboration with personalities such as Dimmock, Harrold, and Alderson is a strategic move to attract both newcomers and seasoned cruise-goers looking for fresh experiences.
Riviera Travel’s themed cruises for 2024 reflect a growing trend in the travel industry towards curated, interest-focused travel experiences that cater to niche markets.
