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Autumn landscape in Kurobe Gorge, Japan

Holidays in Autumn

Not everywhere is as damp and dreary as the UK can be in autumn. If you're looking for a little escape, we've got plenty of options!

You could experience the bounty of the harvest season from the water on our selection of river cruises, from apple orchards in Normandy on our French river cruises to wine in Portugal. And, of course, we'll stop to sample the seasonal delicacies of Italy and Greece on our European tours with farm-to-table dining experiences.

You can marvel at nature's parting performance as the landscapes blaze with vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows as trees shed their leaves. These picturesque scenes create the perfect backdrop for nature walks on our walk and discover tours and scenic drives through the folkloric scenery of Germany and the Black Forest. Or further afield, Kyoto's temples, gardens, and mountains are even more lovely in the autumn splendour, making a holiday to Japan the perfect autumn escape. Perhaps you're looking for the perfect blend of excitement and relaxation. Our beach stays in India, Jordan and Sri Lanka offer the best of both worlds: a fascinating tour revealing the destination's highlights (and a few secret local spots) plus a four-night stay on the coast.

Whilst the Northern Hemisphere is sliding towards its winter slumber, the Southern Hemisphere is just waking up. Springtime in Cape Town brings mild temperatures and the opportunity to spot whales from the coast. On our tours of South Africa, you see this cosmopolitan capital, as well as energetic Johannesburg and the rocky coastline. Plus, you'll get to see the local wildlife - including South Africa's big five: African lions, leopards, rhinoceros, elephants, and Cape buffalo - on a safari in Kruger National Park.  

Whichever adventure you choose, you can rest easy knowing you'll enjoy unbeatable value, including flights from your local airport at no extra cost, accommodation on board luxury ships or in hand-picked hotels in the best locations, transfers, the services of our wonderful Riviera Cruise Director or Tour Manager, all excursions with knowledgeable local guides and more.

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Fountain with sculptures and the Natural History Museum in Vienna, Austria
A distant view of Melk abbey on a rocky outcrop above the Danube river, Austria
Salzburg skyline with river Salzach in springtime, Austria
Wiener Ringstrasse with Burgtheater and tram at sunrise, Vienna, Austria

River Cruise

The Blue Danube River Cruise

  • Austria, Hungary, Slovakia
  • 5* ships
  • Flights included
  • 9 included experiences
  • Full board dining
  • Free all-inclusive drinks package
  • Our most popular River Cruise
Save up to £450pp on autumn sailings | Limited Availability
Save up to £450pp on autumn sailings | Limited Availability
Porto cityscape on the Douro River with traditional Rabelo boats in Portugal
River Douro region at sunrise
View of bridge across river in Spain with Salamanca cathedral in the background
Medieval clock tower amidst a street of Castelo Rodrigo's historical village, Portugal

River Cruise

Douro, Porto and Salamanca River Cruise

  • Portugal, Spain
  • 5* ships
  • Flights included
  • Full board dining
  • Free all-inclusive drinks package
  • 8 visits & tours
Save up to £450pp on autumn sailings | Limited Availability
Save up to £450pp on autumn sailings | Limited Availability

Explore holidays

Our brochure is packed with itineraries and inspiration. Delivered to your doorstep or view it online - the choice is yours.

Panoramic view of lavender filed in Valensole, Provence, France
  • France
  • 5* ships
  • Flights included
  • Rail included
  • Full board dining
  • Free all-inclusive drinks package
  • 11 included experiences
Save up to £450pp on autumn sailings | Limited Availability
Save up to £450pp on autumn sailings | Limited Availability
Brightly coloured houses in the European Old Town Tallinn, in Estonia
Suomenlinna (Sveaborg) Fortress in Helsinki, Finland
Aerial view of Market Square at the Old Town pier in Helsinki, Finland

Escorted Tour

Helsinki, Tallinn and Riga

  • Estonia, Finland, Latvia
  • 4* hotels
  • Flights included
  • Daily breakfast & 3 dinners
  • 7 included experiences
Save £200pp this Autumn on select dates | Limited availability
Save £200pp this Autumn on select dates | Limited availability
Pretty bridge across a waterways of Strasbourg, capital city of the Alsace region, France
Feldberg Mountain, Germany, with views of distant Hills and Forests under a blue cloudy sky
Famous Chapel Bridge in the historic city center of Lucerne, the city's symbol and one of Switzerland's main tourist attractions and views on a sunny day in summer, Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland
Church, houses and vineyards with the Rhein river in Assmanshausen, Germany

River Cruise

Rhine Cruise to Switzerland

  • France, Germany, Switzerland
  • 5* ships
  • Flights included
  • Rail included
  • Full board (except one lunch if choosing the full day excursion)
  • Free all-inclusive drinks package
  • 10 included experiences
Save up to £450pp on autumn sailings | Limited Availability
Save up to £450pp on autumn sailings | Limited Availability
Taormina theatre columns with snowy Mount Etna in the distance in Taormina, Italy
Fallen Statue of Icarus and Temple of Concordia, Valley of the Temples, Agrigento, Sicily, Italy
Coast of Ortigia island at the city of Syracuse in Sicily, Italy

Escorted Tour

Sicily Tour

  • Italy, Sicily
  • 4* hotels
  • Flights included
  • Daily breakfast and dinner, plus 1 light lunch
  • 7 included experiences
Save £200pp this Autumn on select dates | Limited availability
Save £200pp this Autumn on select dates | Limited availability
Isola Bella island and Lake Maggiore with statue and garden in Italy
View of the Great Matterhorn mountain in the Alps between Italy and Switzerland

Escorted Tour

Lake Maggiore, Orta and the Matterhorn

  • Italy, Switzerland
  • 4* hotels
  • Flights included
  • Half Board (except 1 hotel)
  • 7 included experiences
Save £200pp this Autumn on select dates | Limited availability
Save £200pp this Autumn on select dates | Limited availability
Avignon city aerial view, France
Aerial view of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer and beach in France
View from ruins of a castle of Châteauneuf-du-Pape town in Vaucluse, France
Curving Ardeche River, surrounded by tall trees and a cliff, France
  • France
  • 5* ships
  • Flights included
  • Rail included
  • Full board dining
  • Free all-inclusive drinks package
  • 16 included experiences
Save up to £450pp on autumn sailings | Limited Availability
Save up to £450pp on autumn sailings | Limited Availability
Amalfi Coast from Villa Rufolo gardens in Ravello, Campania, Italy
Positano on Amalfi coast with blurred flowers on foreground in Campania, Italy
Ruins of Pompeii and a distant view of  Mount Vesuvius volcano in Italy

Escorted Tour

Pompeii, Capri and the Bay of Naples

  • Italy
  • 3* / 4* hotels
  • Flights included
  • Breakfast & dinner
  • 6 included experiences
Save £200pp this Autumn on select dates | Limited availability
Save £200pp this Autumn on select dates | Limited availability

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