Flower power river cruise

Sailing down the river…to enjoy Europe’s culture. Titan has launched new itineraries including a deluxe Venetian stay combined with a River Po cruise, a select charter on the majestic Danube and a classical music trip on the River Rhine accompanied by a music ensemble.

There are cruises for all budgets from three to five-star accommodation and prices include flights, full board often with free wine, a door-to-door VIP home departure service and a tour or cruise manager on the trip.

Next year’s trips include:

Springtime in Holland: With the Extraordinary Keukenhof Gardens: This spring cruise takes in the blooms of the Dutch lowlands including the renowned Keukenhof Gardens (above) where seven million bulbs are planted, as well as quaint harbours and fields of flowers. Departing April 6 and 13, you’ll take an excursion to the National Flower Exhibition and visit Amsterdam, Antwerp, Rotterdam, Holland’s Silver City – Schoonhoven and the picturesque town of Hoorn. Prices from £995 per person for eight days.

Deluxe Venetian Cruise with Lake Maggiore: Immerse yourself in the culture of Northern Italy aboard this new cruise taking in the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ravenna, the Grand Canal in Venice, the frescos of Giotto in 13th Century Padau including three nights at the stunning Lake Maggiore and time in romantic Verona – the city of Romeo and Juliet. Departing May 30, June 20, September 12 and October 10. Prices from £2,995 per person for 11 days.

Grand Voyage Across Europe: Exclusive to Titan, cruise along 900 miles of stunning waterways between Amsterdam and Vienna exploring the Rhine including the enchanting UNESCO-listed valley of Wachau. Excursions to Vienna, Melk, Würzberg, Koblenz and Amsterdam. One departure on September 1. Prices from £2,595 per person for 15 days.

Classical Music on the Rhine: Suited for those with a love of music. Sailing from Amsterdam to Basel, members of the Saxon Organ Academy accompany you for the whole cruise providing music and entertainment from classical composers. You take in Bonn, Strasbourg and the music museum of Rüdesheim. Departing April 18 and October 24. Prices from £1,395 per person for eight days.

A Danube Waltz: Exclusive to Titan on board the four-star Filia Rheni II taking in the beautiful Blue Danube from Vienna to Budapest, including Passau and Melk. Chance to explore the landscape of Johann Strauss on a romantic and scenic river cruise including visits to abbeys, cathedrals and UNESCO-listed sites. Departing May 31. Prices from £1,395 for eight days.

See www.titantravel.co.uk or call 0800 988 5858.