Northern Europe Cruises 2026

A mid-sized ship offering a classic cruise experience, with traditional design, spacious public areas, and a relaxed onboard atmosphere.Aurora delivers a more traditional P&O Cruises experience, favouring elegant public spaces and a calmer pace at sea over high-energy attractions. The ship offers comfortable lounges, well-sized dining venues, and open deck areas designed for relaxed days onboard. Accommodation includes inside, oceanview, balcony cabins, and suites, arranged in a practical, classic layout. P&O Cruises is known for its British-style cruising, inclusive dining, and easygoing atmosphere, making Aurora particularly appealing to guests who enjoy a refined, unhurried cruise with familiar comforts and destination-focused itineraries rather than large-scale onboard entertainment.

A classic Cunard ship offering a refined luxury cruise experience, with traditional elegance, formal touches, and a calm, sophisticated onboard atmosphere.Queen Victoria embodies Cunard’s traditional British cruising style, with grand public rooms, elegant interiors, and a strong sense of occasion throughout the ship. Carrying around 2,000 guests, she offers a more intimate and unhurried onboard experience compared to larger, modern vessels. Accommodation includes inside and balcony cabins alongside a range of suites, with guests in the Grills enjoying additional dining and lounge privileges. Cunard is known for its attentive service, enrichment programmes, and formal evenings, and Queen Victoria particularly appeals to travellers who enjoy classic cruising traditions, refined surroundings, and a relaxed pace at sea.

A large ship offering a modern cruise experience, with contemporary design, spacious public areas, and a refined onboard atmosphere.Sky Princess is part of Princess Cruises’ Royal Class and reflects the line’s modern, premium cruising style. The ship features bright, open public spaces, a broad range of dining venues, and entertainment designed for relaxed days and evenings rather than high-energy attractions. Sky Princess is well suited to couples and families, offering a balanced onboard environment that feels lively without being overwhelming. Accommodation includes inside, oceanview, balcony cabins, and suites, with options that can also suit solo travellers looking for a comfortable large ship with attentive service. Princess Cruises is known for its calm onboard style and destination-focused approach, making Sky Princess a strong choice for guests seeking modern facilities with a relaxed, family-friendly feel.

Here she is — our flagship of the fleet and first lady of the sea — Ambience. Inspired by the French word for “surrounding,” our aim is to create the right atmosphere on board, so every guest feels at home. With space for around 1,400 guests, Ambience balances a sense of freedom with the intimacy and camaraderie many of us value.Entertainment will spoil you for choice. Dress up for The Palladium or settle in at the Observatory. Enjoy a drink at Raffles Bar, The Botanical Lounge, SW19 or The Purple Turtle Pub. Dining includes the Buckingham Restaurant and Borough Market, with Alfresco Grill for fresh-air favourites. For something special, try Saffron*, Sea & Grass* or our Chef’s Table*.Her dining options will inspire you with two main restaurants, speciality dining options*, and a more casual bistro-style café. Sit back, relax and enjoy a drink in one of her four bars, lounges and pub. Or take in a show in the tiered main theatre, or discover your hidden talents in the card room, library, and craft studio.Other facilities include the wellness centre, gym, two swimming pools and a range of retail shops, perfect for days at sea.

A mega ship offering a modern cruise experience, with spacious public areas, varied dining, and a relaxed yet lively onboard atmosphere.P&O Iona is part of P&O Cruises’ Excel Class and was the line’s first LNG-powered ship, setting the template for its newest generation of vessels. Designed with British travellers in mind, Iona focuses on comfort, choice, and all-weather cruising, with large indoor spaces, panoramic lounges, and a wide selection of dining and entertainment options. Accommodation includes inside, oceanview, balcony cabins, and suites, many designed for couples and families. P&O Cruises is known for its British-style cruising, inclusive dining, and easygoing onboard atmosphere, making Iona a strong choice for guests seeking a contemporary, large-ship experience with a relaxed pace and plenty to do at sea.

A mega ship offering a modern cruise experience, with family-friendly facilities, varied dining, and a lively onboard atmosphere.P&O Arvia is part of P&O Cruises’ Excel Class and represents the line’s most modern, feature-rich style of cruising. Designed specifically for the UK market, Arvia offers a relaxed but lively onboard experience with a strong focus on choice, comfort, and all-weather spaces. The ship features a wide range of dining venues, entertainment options, and facilities aimed at families, couples, and multi-generational groups. Accommodation includes inside, oceanview, balcony cabins, and suites, with layouts designed to suit longer holidays and fly-cruise itineraries. P&O Cruises is known for its British-style cruising, inclusive dining, and easygoing atmosphere, making Arvia particularly appealing to guests looking for a contemporary, large-ship experience with plenty to do onboard.

A mid-sized ship offering a classic cruise experience, with traditional design, spacious public areas, and a relaxed onboard atmosphere.Aurora delivers a more traditional P&O Cruises experience, favouring elegant public spaces and a calmer pace at sea over high-energy attractions. The ship offers comfortable lounges, well-sized dining venues, and open deck areas designed for relaxed days onboard. Accommodation includes inside, oceanview, balcony cabins, and suites, arranged in a practical, classic layout. P&O Cruises is known for its British-style cruising, inclusive dining, and easygoing atmosphere, making Aurora particularly appealing to guests who enjoy a refined, unhurried cruise with familiar comforts and destination-focused itineraries rather than large-scale onboard entertainment.

A smaller, traditional cruise ship offering a relaxed onboard experience, friendly service, and destination-focused itineraries in a comfortable setting.Bolette is one of Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ newer ships and was introduced to offer a slightly more modern take on the line’s classic cruising style. Carrying around 1,300 guests, Bolette maintains an intimate, sociable atmosphere while still providing generous public spaces and comfortable onboard facilities. Accommodation includes inside, oceanview, balcony cabins, and suites, with an emphasis on practicality and comfort rather than cutting-edge design. Fred. Olsen is known for its warm, personal service and destination-led approach, and Bolette is particularly well suited to guests who enjoy a traditional cruise experience, smaller ship feel, and itineraries that focus on ports and scenic cruising rather than onboard attractions.

A smaller, traditional cruise ship offering a relaxed onboard experience, friendly service, and destination-focused itineraries in a comfortable setting.Bolette is one of Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ newer ships and was introduced to offer a slightly more modern take on the line’s classic cruising style. Carrying around 1,300 guests, Bolette maintains an intimate, sociable atmosphere while still providing generous public spaces and comfortable onboard facilities. Accommodation includes inside, oceanview, balcony cabins, and suites, with an emphasis on practicality and comfort rather than cutting-edge design. Fred. Olsen is known for its warm, personal service and destination-led approach, and Bolette is particularly well suited to guests who enjoy a traditional cruise experience, smaller ship feel, and itineraries that focus on ports and scenic cruising rather than onboard attractions.

Here she is — our flagship of the fleet and first lady of the sea — Ambience. Inspired by the French word for “surrounding,” our aim is to create the right atmosphere on board, so every guest feels at home. With space for around 1,400 guests, Ambience balances a sense of freedom with the intimacy and camaraderie many of us value.Entertainment will spoil you for choice. Dress up for The Palladium or settle in at the Observatory. Enjoy a drink at Raffles Bar, The Botanical Lounge, SW19 or The Purple Turtle Pub. Dining includes the Buckingham Restaurant and Borough Market, with Alfresco Grill for fresh-air favourites. For something special, try Saffron*, Sea & Grass* or our Chef’s Table*.Her dining options will inspire you with two main restaurants, speciality dining options*, and a more casual bistro-style café. Sit back, relax and enjoy a drink in one of her four bars, lounges and pub. Or take in a show in the tiered main theatre, or discover your hidden talents in the card room, library, and craft studio.Other facilities include the wellness centre, gym, two swimming pools and a range of retail shops, perfect for days at sea.

A large ship offering a modern cruise experience, with contemporary design, spacious public areas, and a refined onboard atmosphere.Majestic Princess is part of Princess Cruises’ Royal Class and reflects the line’s modern approach to premium cruising. The ship features stylish public spaces, a wide selection of dining venues, and entertainment designed for relaxed days and evenings rather than high-energy attractions. Majestic Princess is well suited to couples and families alike, offering a balanced onboard experience without an overwhelming feel. Accommodation includes inside, oceanview, balcony cabins, and suites, with options that also appeal to solo travellers looking for a comfortable, well-serviced large ship. Princess Cruises is known for its attentive service and calm onboard style, making Majestic Princess a strong choice for guests seeking modern facilities with a relaxed, family-friendly edge.

A large ship offering a modern cruise experience, with contemporary design, spacious public areas, and a refined onboard atmosphere.Majestic Princess is part of Princess Cruises’ Royal Class and reflects the line’s modern approach to premium cruising. The ship features stylish public spaces, a wide selection of dining venues, and entertainment designed for relaxed days and evenings rather than high-energy attractions. Majestic Princess is well suited to couples and families alike, offering a balanced onboard experience without an overwhelming feel. Accommodation includes inside, oceanview, balcony cabins, and suites, with options that also appeal to solo travellers looking for a comfortable, well-serviced large ship. Princess Cruises is known for its attentive service and calm onboard style, making Majestic Princess a strong choice for guests seeking modern facilities with a relaxed, family-friendly edge.

A large ship offering a relaxed cruise experience, with varied dining, spacious public areas, and a friendly onboard atmosphere.Ventura is a well-established favourite within the P&O Cruises fleet, offering a balanced onboard experience that suits couples, families, and groups. The ship features generous lounges, multiple dining venues, and a mix of entertainment options designed for easygoing days at sea rather than high-energy attractions. Ventura is commonly used for both UK sailings and fly-cruise itineraries, making her a flexible option across a range of destinations. Accommodation includes inside, oceanview, balcony cabins, and suites, arranged in a practical layout. Known for British-style cruising and inclusive dining, P&O Cruises makes Ventura a good choice for travellers seeking a comfortable, sociable cruise with familiar surroundings and a relaxed pace.

A mega ship offering a modern cruise experience, with spacious public areas, varied dining, and a relaxed yet lively onboard atmosphere.P&O Iona is part of P&O Cruises’ Excel Class and was the line’s first LNG-powered ship, setting the template for its newest generation of vessels. Designed with British travellers in mind, Iona focuses on comfort, choice, and all-weather cruising, with large indoor spaces, panoramic lounges, and a wide selection of dining and entertainment options. Accommodation includes inside, oceanview, balcony cabins, and suites, many designed for couples and families. P&O Cruises is known for its British-style cruising, inclusive dining, and easygoing onboard atmosphere, making Iona a strong choice for guests seeking a contemporary, large-ship experience with a relaxed pace and plenty to do at sea.

Here she is, Ambition. Our second lady of the sea. Aptly named to further emphasise our commitment to inspire and delight every guest to enjoy an authentic cruise experience effortlessly, and sustainablyAmbition will carry up to 1,200 passengers to give her a true sense of comfort and space in her 680 cabins, 125 of which have balconies and 113 are suites with up to 62m2 of living space.Her dining options will inspire you with two main restaurants, speciality dining options*, and a more casual bistro-style café. Sit back, relax and enjoy a drink in one of her four bars, lounges and pub. Or take in a show in the tiered main theatre, or discover your hidden talents in the card room, library, and craft studio.Other facilities include the wellness centre, gym, two swimming pools and a range of retail shops, perfect for days at sea.

Holland America Line’s newest flagship offering a refined premium cruise experience, with modern design, music-focused venues, and a relaxed onboard atmosphere.Rotterdam is part of Holland America Line’s Pinnacle Class and represents the line’s most modern and design-forward ship to date. Carrying around 2,650 guests, the ship blends contemporary styling with the classic elegance Holland America is known for, creating a calm, polished onboard feel rather than a high-energy mega-ship experience. Accommodation includes inside, oceanview, balcony cabins, and suites, with a strong emphasis on comfort and space. The ship places particular focus on live music and dining, with multiple music venues and refined restaurant options. As a premium cruise line, Holland America appeals to guests who value quality dining, enrichment, and destination-focused cruising in a relaxed, sophisticated setting.

A mega ship offering a modern cruise experience, with family-friendly facilities, varied dining, and a lively onboard atmosphere.P&O Arvia is part of P&O Cruises’ Excel Class and represents the line’s most modern, feature-rich style of cruising. Designed specifically for the UK market, Arvia offers a relaxed but lively onboard experience with a strong focus on choice, comfort, and all-weather spaces. The ship features a wide range of dining venues, entertainment options, and facilities aimed at families, couples, and multi-generational groups. Accommodation includes inside, oceanview, balcony cabins, and suites, with layouts designed to suit longer holidays and fly-cruise itineraries. P&O Cruises is known for its British-style cruising, inclusive dining, and easygoing atmosphere, making Arvia particularly appealing to guests looking for a contemporary, large-ship experience with plenty to do onboard.

Here she is, Ambition. Our second lady of the sea. Aptly named to further emphasise our commitment to inspire and delight every guest to enjoy an authentic cruise experience effortlessly, and sustainablyAmbition will carry up to 1,200 passengers to give her a true sense of comfort and space in her 680 cabins, 125 of which have balconies and 113 are suites with up to 62m2 of living space.Her dining options will inspire you with two main restaurants, speciality dining options*, and a more casual bistro-style café. Sit back, relax and enjoy a drink in one of her four bars, lounges and pub. Or take in a show in the tiered main theatre, or discover your hidden talents in the card room, library, and craft studio.Other facilities include the wellness centre, gym, two swimming pools and a range of retail shops, perfect for days at sea.

A mid-sized ship offering a classic cruise experience, with traditional design, spacious public areas, and a relaxed onboard atmosphere.Aurora delivers a more traditional P&O Cruises experience, favouring elegant public spaces and a calmer pace at sea over high-energy attractions. The ship offers comfortable lounges, well-sized dining venues, and open deck areas designed for relaxed days onboard. Accommodation includes inside, oceanview, balcony cabins, and suites, arranged in a practical, classic layout. P&O Cruises is known for its British-style cruising, inclusive dining, and easygoing atmosphere, making Aurora particularly appealing to guests who enjoy a refined, unhurried cruise with familiar comforts and destination-focused itineraries rather than large-scale onboard entertainment.

A smaller, traditional cruise ship offering a relaxed onboard experience, friendly service, and destination-focused itineraries in a comfortable setting.Bolette is one of Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ newer ships and was introduced to offer a slightly more modern take on the line’s classic cruising style. Carrying around 1,300 guests, Bolette maintains an intimate, sociable atmosphere while still providing generous public spaces and comfortable onboard facilities. Accommodation includes inside, oceanview, balcony cabins, and suites, with an emphasis on practicality and comfort rather than cutting-edge design. Fred. Olsen is known for its warm, personal service and destination-led approach, and Bolette is particularly well suited to guests who enjoy a traditional cruise experience, smaller ship feel, and itineraries that focus on ports and scenic cruising rather than onboard attractions.