Forget about that last-minute shopping voucher, or patterned tie and matching socks set – this year spoil your dad with an experience he will never forget. Just in time for Father's Day (Sunday 18 June) The Travel Corporation TTC has shared its pick of the best experiences and holidays for every dad.   

• FOR THE FOODIE

For dads with a love of the finer things in life, a river cruise through the French foodie region of Normandy is sure to impress. Select Connoisseur Collection departures of Uniworld Boutique River Cruise's eight day Paris & Normandy cruise are themed around French gastronomy, and visit La Couronne in Rouen, where Julia Child first experienced French cuisine. Guests will also enjoy tastings of local delicacies such as cheeses, cider and calvados (apple brandy), set against the stunning backdrop of the French countryside. The special Connoisseur Collection departures provide epicurean delights onboard and ashore, with fantastic onboard chefs and an onboard sommelier leading champagne tastings.

Prices for Uniworld's (www.uniworld.com/asia ) Paris & Normandy start from US$4,349 per person based on twin share, excluding airfare with seven nights of onboard accommodation, all food and drink onboard, exclusive epicurean onshore excursions, sightseeing highlights as well as a dedicated onboard and onshore Uniworld team.

• FOR THE GOURMET FOOD & WINE ENTHUSIAST

This gastronomic adventure through the villages and vineyards of The Loire Valley with premium escorted tour expert, Insight Vacations is the perfect break for dads with a passion for great wine and authentic local food. Insight guests are joined by foodie expert, Barbara Barde and personal Sommelier, Tom LeRoy as they journey through the Loire Valley on a 12-day trip. Highlights include a visit to a winery creating the region's famed varietal, Muscadet, an exploration of the world of Cointreau at a museum, and a visit to the Maison des Sancerre Museum of Wine for an introduction to the art of winemaking. Guests leave with a renewed appreciation for wine-making, tasting and the beautiful French countryside.

Insight Vacations (www.insightvacations.com) Loire Valley journey is a one-off departure on 24 September 2017. Prices start from US$4,699 per person based on twin sharing excluding airfare, with 11 nights of accommodation, signature dining experiences, tasting sessions, sightseeing highlights and the guidance of food and wine experts throughout the trip. 

• FOR THE ECO WARRIOR

Outdoorsy dads will be in their element on an 13-day guided holiday through Scotland's Highland's, Islands and Cities with Trafalgar. This Country Explorer trip is an unforgettable adventure exploring the sights and rugged beauty of this country. Guests will have the opportunity to visit the isles of Skye and Mull, the Orkney Islands and the mystical Loch Ness. Admire the vast highlands and travel through untamed Scottish landscapes. Enjoy a whisky tour and tasting at a local distillery for a Cultural Insight, and join the Wood family in the 15th Century historical farm for a home-cooked Scottish Be My Guest Lunch.

Prices for Trafalgar's (trafalgar.com) Scotland's Highlands, Islands and Cities trip start from US$2,925 per person and includes 12 nights of hotel accommodation, 1 Be My Guest lunch and five dinners, sightseeing in all major cities, an expert Travel Director and airport transfers.

• FOR THE GENTLEMAN

The five-star Milestone Hotel in Kensington is once again offering its immensely popular Gentlemanly Afternoon Tea as part of its Traditional Afternoon Tea offering, perfectly timed for a Father's Day surprise. This is the ultimate afternoon tea for the discerning gentleman, featuring tasty savoury treats like mini beef wellingtons, spiced duck leg croquettes, salmon & red chili fish cakes, rustic finger sandwiches and maple-cured bacon scones with truffle butter, along with traditional scones and French pastries. Served with unlimited tea, guests can also add cocktails, a flight of selected whiskies, or to really indulge, enjoy a 50ml measure of the magnificent 1989 Dalmore Constellation Scotch whisky.

The Gentlemanly Afternoon Tea at The Milestone Hotel (www.milestonehotel.com / +44 20 7917 1000) is priced from £52 per person.

• FOR THE MUSIC AFICIONADO

The 50th anniversary of The Beatles' iconic album, Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, has piqued the interest of music aficionados worldwide. For dads that swept up in 'Beatlemania' once again, Britain's longest running sightseeing company Evan Evans has the perfect gift. The Liverpool & the Beatles day trip includes return train tickets from London to Liverpool, entry into the Beatles Story Exhibition and a 'Magical Mystery Tour' including the Cavern Club. With plenty of time to explore the streets which inspired Liverpool's famed export, dads will return humming the tunes which made this British band one of the greatest.

Evan Evans' (evanevanstours.com) Liverpool & The Beatles day trip is priced from £142 for adults and £132 for children (aged 3-11 years).

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Operating in 60 countries, TTC (The Travel Corporation) offers an extensive selection of award-winning international travel and tourism companies including Trafalgar, Insight Vacations, Contiki Holidays, The Red Carnation Hotel Collection, Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection, and more. TTC is committed to sustainable tourism through the TreadRight Foundation which has to date donated more than two million dollars to sustainable tourism projects worldwide. To see to full scope of TTC brands please visit www.ttc.com.