Civilisation grew up along rivers and coastlines, meaning there is a wealth of heritage for modern-day cruise travellers to explore. Our relaxing yet stimulating cruise packages for over 50s from the UK feature gorgeous scenery, varied wildlife, and culture and history galore.

Rhine cruises for seniors give you some of the highlights of Western Europe, from the canals of arty Amsterdam, to the twin spires of Cologne Cathedral, to the cobbled streets and cafés of historic Strasbourg. You can wind down after your sightseeing excursions with a glass of Riesling sourced from the steep vineyards that form part of the Rhine landscape, along with fairy-tale castles and the deep valleys of the Rhine Gorge.

On senior tours of the Danube you get to visit the castles of Budapest, the fortress of Belgrade, the charming old town of Bratislava and Vienna landmarks such as Schönbrunn Palace. There is stunning scenery too, as the river skirts the Bavarian Forest and passes through the vineyard-rich Wachau Valley and the beautiful Iron Gates Gorge. Trips to the wetland haven of the Danube Delta, meanwhile, are a dream come true for keen birdwatchers.

On senior river cruise holidays in Egypt, the treasures of the Nile are all yours. Ancient marvels like the Tutankhamun’s Tomb, the Colossi Memnon and the Temples of Philae and Karnak are on the wish-list of any traveller with an interest in history, while the Nubian Museum in Aswan provides a fascinating insight into this ancient culture with exhibits dating back thousands of years.

We also have coastal cruises in Croatia and Greece and more great river boat experiences in destinations as far as Vietnam, China and Canada. Browse the wide-ranging options to book yourself the cruise of a lifetime.

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