Riviera Travel's two new themed itineraries will see TV presenter and gardening expert Charlie Dimmock, Royal Butler Grant Harrold, and Royal Chef Colin Alderson join guests aboard itineraries on the Rhône and Rhine rivers.
Charlie Dimmock will head aboard the 'Gardens & Natural Beauty of the Rhône' sailing on October 11th, 2024 to host insightful lectures and join guests on shore visits. The eight-day cruise will feature visits to botanical marvels including Parc de la Tête d'Or’s botanical garden in Lyon, Jardin des Villes in Vienne, and Rocher des Doms in Avignon among others. Prices lead in at £2,149 per person.
Former butler and chef to the Royals, Grant Harrold and Colin Anderson, will feature on the 'Regal Rhine Cruise to Switzerland', hosting exclusive expert talks and joining guests on excursions. The eight-day itinerary features calls at Strasbourg, Koblenz, Rüdesheim and Speyer, with a drive through the Black Forest and a rail journey through the Bernese Oberland Mountain range. Prices start at £1,949 per person, departing on October 17th, 2024.
Head of product – cruise and long haul Will Sarson noted that "demand for themed cruises is growing, as guests seek holidays with a difference," and hoped that themed options "allow us to expand our reach and appeal to those who have yet to take a river cruise."
"They are also ideal for repeat guests who want to try something new. We’re excited to have Charlie Dimmock. Grant Harrold and Colin Alderson join us on board to share their captivating insight."
