Europe looks especially lovely at this time of year. The mornings are crisp and bright, and the landscape is a riot of colour. As night falls, the stars shine in a velvety sky, providing excellent conditions for stargazing. And the deck of a world-class ship is the perfect place to watch the changing world go by.

Italy is as beautiful in autumn as she is in summer ... only less crowded and lower-priced, of course. It is harvest time, so there are festivals celebrating local wine and produce all over the country. These little festivals, or 'sagre' as they are locally known, are the perfect way to get acquainted with authentic Italian cuisine. You can dine like a king on truffles, chocolate, fish, polenta and chestnuts.

If you want an authentic taste of autumn in all her red, orange and yellow glory, New England and Canada is the place to go. This part of the world is as famous for its autumn foliage as it is for its ice hockey and Ben & Jerry’s ice cream. We’ve got a selection of cruises to North America, taking in some of the region’s most iconic cities including Boston, Portland, Quebec and Halifax.

Why Choose Cruise1st?

Great question! Why should you book your October cruise with us? We’re cruise specialists and we love what we do. Our passion is for luxury ships, exhilarating itineraries and excellent customer service. In that respect, we’re second to none. Each and every one of our cruises is handpicked by our resident experts. Every ship and voyage we offer has undergone a strict quality-control process. We know how important is it that you get your package exactly right, so we do all we can to make that as easy as possible.

All you have to do is pick your cruise and then sit back, relax and enjoy the holiday of a lifetime.