Titan unveils exclusive new cruise experiences in the second edition of its 2016 World’s Best River Cruises brochure in partnership with Uniworld 

Titan Travel (www.titantravel.co.uk 0800 988 5873) in partnership with the deluxe river cruise operator, Uniworld, has launched the second edition of its new 2016 river cruise brochure with savings of up to £2,000 per person on bookings made before 31 December 2015.

In addition, this new edition sees the launch of Uniworld’s ‘Connoisseur Collection’ and ‘Monarch Collection’, a brand new range of additional excursions and events that are being offered to Uniworld passengers at no extra cost on a limited number of departures, giving guests the opportunity to indulge in exclusive once-in-a-lifetime experiences on selected Uniworld cruises. 

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The Monarch Collection, available on selected ‘European Jewels’ and ‘Enchanting Danube’ sailings, offers exclusive insider access to Europe’s rich aristocratic heritage. Including a visit to Artstetten Castle, Austria, where Princess Anita von Hohenberg, great-granddaughter of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, will host guests in her royal home; behind-the-scenes views of Vienna’s Spanish Riding School, home to the famous Lipizzaner stallions; and a special onboard piano concert and dinner, the Monarch Collection is available on ‘European Jewels’ sailings on June 5 & 19, July 17 & 31, and August 14 2016. It is also available on ‘Enchanting Danube’ sailings on June 12, July 10 & 17, and August 7 & 14 2016. Prices for ‘European Jewels’ start from £3799 per person based on 6 November 2016 departure and include 14 nights’ all-inclusive cruise on the S.S. Maria Theresa or River Empress, while prices for ‘Enchanting Danube’ start from £1699 per person based on 13 November 2016 departure and include 7 nights’ all-inclusive cruise on the River Beatrice. Both itineraries also include Monarch Collection excursions (on selected dates as above), flights and Titan’s VIP Home Departure Service.

The Connoisseur Collection, which is available on selected ‘Paris & Normandy’, ‘Bordeaux, Vineyards & Châteaux’, and ‘Burgundy & Provence’ sailings, offers a host of one-off experiences to delight anyone with an interest in fine food and wine. Including treats such as a visit to the famous La Couronne restaurant where renowned American cookery writer Julia Child had her first French meal – a meal that would change her life and eventually Americans’ perception of French cookery – plus a food and wine pairing meal at Renaissance Château de Roquetaillade, neighbour to Châteaux de Cazeneuve, and the opportunity to search for a ‘black diamond’ with the owner of a truffle farm, the Connoisseur Collection is available on ‘Paris & Normandy’ sailings on June 19, July 17 & 24, and August 7 & 14 2016; on ‘Bordeaux, Vineyards & Châteaux’ sailings on June 26, July 24 & 31, and August 14 & 21 2016; and on ‘Burgundy & Provence’ sailings on June 5 & 26, and July 10, 17 & 24 2016. Prices for ‘Paris & Normandy’ start from £2049 per person based on 30 October 2016 departure and include 7 nights’ all-inclusive cruise on the River Baroness, prices for ‘Bordeaux, Vineyards & Châteaux’ start from £1499 per person based on 13 March 2016 departure and include 7 nights’ all-inclusive cruise on the River Royale, while prices for ‘Burgundy & Provence’ start from £1749 per person based on 20 March 2016 departure and include 7 nights’ all-inclusive cruise on the S.S. Catherine. All three itineraries also include Connoisseur Collection excursions (on selected dates as above), flights and Titan’s VIP Home Departure Service.

And new for 2016 is the impressive ‘India’s Golden Triangle and the Sacred Ganges’ itinerary, a 14-day adventure beginning in Delhi and exploring iconic sights such as the Taj Mahal, Agra and Jaipur before embarking on a 7-night full-board Ganges cruise aboard the Ganges Voyager II. Prices start from £6049 (saving up to £700 per person if booked before 31 December 2015) including scheduled flights, 2 nights in a New Delhi hotel, 1 night in an Agra hotel, 2 nights in a Jaipur hotel, a 7-night full-board cruise on the Ganges Voyager II, entertainment, shore excursions, all transfers and Titan’s VIP Home Departure Service.

In addition to the brochure guests can now get sneak preview of life on board Uniworld with a brand new video of the ‘Enchanting Danube’ cruise. Go to http://www.titantravel.co.uk/video/river-cruising/uniworld-river-cruising to view.

For details or to book call Titan on 0800 988 5873 or visit www.titantravel.co.uk/uniworld


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Latest awards

Titan and Uniworld have both scooped a clutch of prestigious awards recently with Uniworld picking up the coveted Best River Cruise Line of the Year and Best Overall Cruise Line of the Year at the Food and Travel awards 2015. In the same week they also received the award for the Best New River Ship (for the SS Maria Theresa) and Highly Commended in the Best Luxury River Cruise Line category at the Cruise International awards 2015. Whilst Titan picked up the trophy for the Best Cruise Agent award at the Cruise International Awards.