These cruise holidays for singles will make you want to go solo

Everyone's travelling solo these days and while cruisers have been doing it for years, there's never been a better time to set sail on a singles cruise holiday.

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With a whole host of exciting new destinations, studio staterooms for one and terrific onboard activities that allow you to meet like-minded travellers, there are many reasons why you should go it alone on your next cruise holiday. Not to mention the amazing shore excursions that provide an enjoyable time off the ship as well as on-board.

Cruise holidays for single travellers come in all sizes and shapes too, catering to every traveller - whether you love active holidays, foodie trips or cultural breaks. There are some once-in-a-lifetime cruises that are ideal for independent travellers and those who seek adventure, such as the epic Antarctica voyages and women-only cruises along the Amazon.

If you're a seasoned cruiser thinking to go solo for the first time, or a complete newbie to solo holidays and think a cruise might be a great way to start, these are some of our favourite cruise holidays for single travellers.

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Solo travellers can take to the Rhone in France for a wonderful river cruise with no single supplement and extra savings with Tauck. The French Waterways trip includes stops in Paris and Lyon and takes you through one of the world’s first wine-producing regions. Perfect for foodies and those looking to immerse themselves in the French culture, this cruise gives you the chance to play a traditional game of pétanque with fellow passengers against the local pros and starts with two nights at the iconic hotel InterContinental Paris Le Grand for you to explore the French capital top sites. On all French Waterways departures, the single price in Category 1 is the same as the double price, starting at £3,185 for the 10-day trip. Solo travellers can also enjoy savings of £650 per cabin in Category 4 and 5 cabins on the 5 April and 22 June 2017 departures.