Scenic and Angela Rippon to set sail in Channel 5’s 'Angela Rippon's River Cruises’

The first episode of a new series fronted by Angela Rippon and filmed onboard Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours, will air on Saturday May 9, at 8pm on Channel 5 and via streaming.

The four-part 'Angela Rippon's River Cruises’ documentary, which airs over four consecutive weeks, follows Angela as she travels in ultra-luxury along both the Danube and Mekong. Each episode is one hour.

On the Danube, Angela travels on the 169-guest Scenic Amber through Budapest, Vienna and along Austria’s Wachau Valley, before reaching southern Germany, where she experiences the local towns, delicacies and centuries of history.

On the Mekong, Angela sails on the 68-guest Scenic Spirit to explore Cambodia’s temples and riverside villages, reflecting on its history and conservation, and discovers Vietnam’s bustling waterways, markets and traditional crafts.

The series was produced by JetSet TV and marks Angela’s 60th anniversary as a reporter and presenter.

Angela Rippon said: “Rivers are perfect travel companions; they have travelled the same route for thousands of years, so join me aboard the Scenic Amber for a river cruise of exploration along the great river Danube.”

Nichola Absalom, UK managing director of sales and marketing at Scenic Group, said: “We’re incredibly proud to see Scenic at the heart of 'Angela Rippon's River Cruises’. River cruising is a unique form of travel that allows guests to dock in the very heart of Europe’s great cities and charming smaller villages, giving them the opportunity to truly experience local life in a way other holidays simply can’t offer. Travelling by river combines the ease of unpacking once with the ability to explore multiple destinations in depth, all while enjoying the comfort and service of a luxury vessel.

"To have someone as respected as Angela Rippon get to the heart of what it’s really like to travel on board a luxury river ship, and to use television and its audiences to showcase that experience, was an exceptional opportunity for us. It allowed us not only to highlight the many benefits of river cruising, but also to demonstrate what Scenic does differently to many other river operators, from our ultra-luxury inclusions to our immersive shore experiences.

"With Angela bringing these journeys to life, we hope viewers feel inspired to discover the Danube, the Mekong and beyond for themselves, and to see just how transformative a luxury river cruise can be.”

Angela Rippon’s River Cruises premieres 9th May.Watch/stream on 5.

For more information, visit scenic.co.uk or call 0161 516 6895.