You want to relax, gaze at ever-changing scenery, go sightseeing in a variety of interesting towns, sample local wines and dishes and mix with fellow travellers? All at an affordable price? If so, our budget cruise holidays for UK travellers have all the ingredients you need.

Low-cost European river cruise tours provide one of the most enjoyable ways to dip into the cultural treasures lining the Rhine, the Danube and other rivers. You can go on guided excursions of cities like Cologne, Koblenz, Vienna and Budapest, getting to know their history and architecture. On themed cruises you can sway to music of different genres or eras or get into the festive spirit with visits to those famous European Christmas markets. Keen birdwatchers, on the other hand, might prefer a nature cruise in the unspoilt surroundings of the wildlife-rich Danube Delta.

If you prefer to head out to sea, consider one of our budget-priced coastal cruises off the shores of Croatia and Montenegro. With its plethora of small islands and historic littoral towns, the Dalmatian Coast lends itself perfectly to a blended sailing and walking holiday with guided city tours, country rambles, winery excursions and beach activities complementing the onboard entertainment.

We also have wonderfully indulgent yet affordably priced cruise trips in Greece, including journeys around the tranquil island of Evia and multi-island tours of the Cyclades, with Santorini and Mykonos among the stops. If you like the idea of days spent swimming in clear blue waters, taking leisurely strolls and feasting on delicious Greek cuisine, these tours could be just the ticket for you.

Low-cost boating trips in Vietnam showcase the magical scenery of Ha Long Bay, where time-sculpted limestone peaks jut dramatically from the emerald surface. Sailing excursions on the Mekong River bring you close to the bustle of the famous floating markets. Some multi-day Mekong cruises run between Ho Chi Minh to Phnom Penh, giving you time to soak in the atmosphere and explore the heritage sites of these characterful cities.

History lovers will be in heaven on low-priced Nile cruises packed with excursions to iconic landmarks dating back thousands of years. The Pyramids, the Sphinx and spectacular temples and necropolises such as the Valley of the Kings all feature on these amazing value Egyptian sailing adventures through the land of the pharaohs.

Note that we have a good range of low-cost and high-end river cruise tours specifically for solo travellers from the UK, so view the full range today to find your ideal cruise break.

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