From river jaunts to ocean voyages, travelling on water always holds a certain magic. Our cruise tours for solo travellers from the UK are full of fun, relaxation and discovery.

Rhine cruises for singles take you through some of Germany’s finest scenery and include visits to the picturesque historic towns along the banks of this great river. You can make excursions into the Black Forest, fabled for the beauty of its pine-clad mountains, lakes and waterfalls. Historic Rhineland towns such as Cologne, Speyer and Strasbourg have plenty to delight lovers of art, architecture and fine cuisine, while wine enthusiasts will be in their element in the vineyard-rich locales of Cochem and Rüdesheim. Many Rhine tours also have themed onboard entertainment, such as jazz or 50s music.

On solo river cruises in Egypt, you can explore a host of cultural heritage sites as you sail down the majestic Nile. Highlights include the wondrous Pyramids of Giza, the rock-carved tombs of the Valley of the Kings, and the Karnak Temple Complex, built over 3000 years ago in veneration of Egyptian gods. You can unwind with rambles through the laid-back city of Aswan, enjoy traditional felucca rides and visit Nubian villages to meet the friendly locals.

Sea cruises are a pleasurable way to explore coastal towns, small islands, tranquil coves and hidden beaches. Sailing tours in the northern Adriatic let you enjoy the idyllic charms of the Kvarner Gulf Islands as well as excursions of historic Pula in Croatia, the colourful resort of Piran in Slovenia, and the island settlement of Grado near Venice. Cruise trips in Greece, meanwhile, include relaxing journeys around Evia Island, punctuated by onshore walks, daily dips in the clear blue Aegean and delicious Greek meals in coastal tavernas.

Browse our full list of cruise tours, and before you know it, you’ll be setting sail on the holiday of a lifetime.

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