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Check your mood and pick your place. Get on island time and unwind on some of the best beaches in the world. Venture deep into the rainforests, and snorkel the most vibrant reefs on a Caribbean or  Bahamas cruise getaway . Cruise the Mediterranean and discover the beautiful Greek or British Isles . Be captivated by Croatia or the fairy-tale lands of Scandinavia. Step back in history visiting cultural gems in Italy, Spain and France that have stood the test of time. Fabulous adventures, each with its own distinctive flavour and appeal, await you and your family.

It all starts with the boldest cruise ships at sea. When onboard, there is yet another, award-winning world to discover. One of amazing accomodations , succulent dining and exciting activities for the entire family. Is there a thrill-seeker among you? They’ll be hard-pressed to pack in the boatloads of fun, from a skydiving simulator to roller skating and bumper cars. Family members with an epicurean palate will be tempted by the many global cuisines, expertly prepared by renowned chefs. And for accommodations that are sure to leave your loved ones slack-jawed, the Ultimate Family Suite offers a private game room and in-suite slide!

Leaving from the bustling port of Southampton , our Northern Europe and U.K. cruises offer two, seven, nine, twelve and fourteen night getaways, perfect for exploring the Norwegian Fjords , the Mediterranean or the Canary Islands with the family. Aboard the exquisite  Anthem of the Seas , you can travel to the stunning Norwegian Fjords where the mystical Stavanger and Haugesund await you to take your breath away. Or cruise to the Canary Islands where the beautifully diverse Tenerife is awaiting you with a portal to another world filled with deserts, dense forests and spectacular beaches. We suggest cooling off in the Bajamar natural salt-water pools or going scuba-diving among octopus and barracudas in Tabaiba while you’re there.

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Cruises from the UK

Cruise directly from the UK to the most exciting destinations around the world, with Cruise Nation’s unbeatable range of  cheap cruises  from the UK.

At Cruise Nation, we know that our customers love to see the world, but not everyone wants to add the extra time and hassle of a flight to the start of their holiday. With our huge selection of  cruise deals  from the UK, passengers can sail directly from UK ports to Europe, North America, the  Canary Islands  and more, without having to set foot on a plane.

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WHY CRUISE FROM THE UK?

Whether you are looking for a cheap deal on a cruise departing directly from Southampton, a  last-minute cruise  to the Caribbean or a mini-cruise from the UK to Northern Europe , you’ll be amazed at the great deals and wide range of destinations we offer on cruises from the UK.

With deals available on both cruises from the UK 2017 and cruises from the UK 2018, last-minute cruise goers and forward planners will easily find the perfect cheap cruise deal for their next dream holiday.

For many, flying is the least favourite part of their holiday. Whether it’s getting to the airport in the middle of the night, queueing for hours to get through security, expensive baggage fees or delays, airports can take the joy out of your vacation, before it has even begun.

With one of our cruises from the UK, you can forget about thestress and hassle of flying – with no baggage fees, flight delays or queues to worry about.

Departing directly from the UK’s most popular ports, including Southampton, Liverpool and Dundee, your relaxing holiday begins the moment you step onboard.

With hundreds of destinations and itineraries to choose from, you’ll be amazed at where our cruises from the UK can take you.

Cruise from the UK to wordwide destinations

If you think that cruising from the UK means missing out on exotic locations, our amazing range of worldwide cruises will quickly change your mind.

Whether it’s sailing across the Atlantic Ocean to New York,  Miami  or the Caribbean, or cruising to the sunny shores of the Mediterranean and the Canary Islands, we have a cruise from the UK to make every holiday dream come true.

With so many great locations to choose from, the hardest decision you’ll have to make is which slice of paradise to pick. From the Channel Islands to the Canaries, here are just a taster of our customers’ favourite cruise destinations to inspire your next cruise from the UK.

The Mediterranean

With one of our cheap deals on cruises from the UK to the Mediterranean, passengers have the chance to see the very best of this diverse region, at incredibly low prices. Leave the grey skies of Britain behind for guaranteed sunshine, delicious local delicacies and some of the best beaches in the world.

Many of the planet’s most famous sites can be found within the  Mediterranean’s top cities  – from the Vatican in Rome to the Acropolis in Greece – and with a cruise departing from directly from the UK, it couldn’t be easier to find yourself soaking up the history, art and culture of these incredible destinations.

If a relaxing beach break sounds more like your idea of the perfect holiday, our cruises from the UK to the Mediterranean also visit some of the region’s best beaches, known for their fine white sands, swaying palms and azure-blue seas. Spend your days snorkelling, water-skiing or simply sunbathing under the warm Mediterranean sun.

The Channel Islands

A charming mixture of French and British style, the picturesque Channel Islands are a world away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Situated off the Normandy Coast, the Channel Islands benefit from a warmer climate than the UK, and with cruises departing directly from Southampton to Guernsey and Jersey, you can enjoy the best of this beautiful part of the Europe on a mini-cruise from the UK.

With many of the Channel Island cruises stopping in Guernsey’s small capital of St Peter Port, you’ll have plenty of time to explore this cobbled town and the rest of the island.

For a slice of paradise just hours away from the UK, the neighbouring Channel Island of Herm – easily reached by a short ferry from Guernsey – has beaches to rival the Caribbean and a strict no-car policy for the most peaceful island getaway.

The Canary Islands

Cruise directly from the UK to the Canary Islands, one of Europe’s most popular holiday destinations. Comprising of seven main islands - Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura, Lanzarote, Tenerife, La Palma, La Gomera and El Hierro – as well as several smaller, uninhabited islands, the Canaries offer year-round sunshine, dramatic landscapes and beautiful black and white sand beaches.

Tenerife, one of the Canary Island’s most popular vacation spots, is known for its pristine white beaches and Brit-loved resorts, whilst neighbouring Lanzarote’s dramatic volcanic scenery and black sand make for a unique holiday location.

Fuerteventura – popular for wind and water sports – has endless white sand dunes and a rich marine life, but no matter which Canary Island becomes your favourite, you’ll be amazed at how much money you can save with one of our direct cruises from the UK.

The Caribbean

If long haul flights have put you off travelling to the Caribbean in the past, one of our great deals on cruises from the UK to the Caribbean could see you strolling along a powdery white beach, with a cocktail in hand, without setting foot in an airport.

Cruise Nation has a great selection of cheap last minute cruises and low cost deals on cruises to the Caribbean from the UK, with Transatlantic crossings to New York that continue on to the Caribbean or direct  sailings from Southampton  to the islands.

Whether you stop at Antigua, Dominica, Jamaica or Aruba, each island has its own style, flavour and rhythm, so no matter what your idea of paradise is, you’re guaranteed to find it on a luxury cruise to the Caribbean from the UK.

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With a greater choice of cruise lines, destinations and ships sailing from UK ports every year and some fantastic added value benefits.

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1. norwegian fjords.

Anthem of the Seas 7 nights 14 Jun 2024

• Award winning ships & spectacular entertainment
• Fun for all the family

2. Land Of The Midnight Sun

Sky Princess 14 nights 15 Jun 2024

3. British Isles

Regal Princess 12 nights 20 Jun 2024

4. Norwegian Fjords

Britannia 7 nights 21 Jun 2024

• Family Friendly Ship*

5. Norwegian Fjords

Iona 7 nights 22 Jun 2024

6. Westbound Transatlantic Crossing

Queen Mary 2 6 nights 23 Jun 2024

• White Star Service
• Classically British cruise experience

7. Northern Europe And Scandinavia

Arcadia 16 nights 25 Jun 2024

• Elegant, traditional and exclusively for adults

8. Summertime Norwegian Fjords

Balmoral 7 nights 27 Jun 2024

• Smaller ships. Fewer guests. Personal service.

9. Spain & France

Anthem of the Seas 7 nights 28 Jun 2024

10. Iceland & Norway

Sky Princess 14 nights 29 Jun 2024

11. Northern Europe and Scandinavia

Queen Anne 14 nights 30 Jun 2024

12. British Isles

Regal Princess 12 nights 02 Jul 2024

13. Short Break

Aurora 3 nights 04 Jul 2024

14. Norwegian Fjords

Anthem of the Seas 7 nights 05 Jul 2024

15. Volcanic Islands & Hidden Gems of Portugal

Bolette 13 nights 06 Jul 2024

16. Mediterranean

Arvia 14 nights 07 Jul 2024

17. Norwegian Fjords & Arctic Circle

Celebrity Apex 12 nights 08 Jul 2024

• Classic Drinks & Wi-Fi package available. Call for pricing

18. British Isles

Arcadia 16 nights 11 Jul 2024

19. Discovering The Cities Of The Baltic

Balmoral 10 nights 12 Jul 2024

20. Norwegian Fjords

Sky Princess 7 nights 13 Jul 2024

21. Majestic Fjordland

Ambience 8 nights 14 Jul 2024

• Premium value, traditional cruise experience at an affordable price.

22. Mediterranean Cities

Anthem of the Seas 14 nights 19 Jul 2024

23. Norway, Denmark & Sweden

Sky Princess 14 nights 20 Jul 2024

24. Mediterranean

Arvia 14 nights 21 Jul 2024

25. British Isles Discovery

Ambience 12 nights 22 Jul 2024

26. British Isles

Regal Princess 12 nights 26 Jul 2024

27. Spain and Portugal

Celebrity Apex 7 nights 27 Jul 2024

28. Iceland & Greenland

Caribbean Princess 16 nights 28 Jul 2024

29. Iceland

Arcadia 16 nights 30 Jul 2024

30. Volcanic Islands Of The Azores & Madeira

Borealis 14 nights 31 Jul 2024

31. Scottish Islands & Edinburgh Festival

Ambition 7 nights 01 Aug 2024

32. Mediterranean

Britannia 14 nights 02 Aug 2024

33. Summertime Multi-Generational Fjordland

Ambience 7 nights 03 Aug 2024

34. The Norwegian Fjords

Queen Mary 2 12 nights 04 Aug 2024

35. Portugal's Islands in Search Of The Meteor Shower

Balmoral 15 nights 07 Aug 2024

36. Canary Islands

Ventura 14 nights 10 Aug 2024

37. Mediterranean Beaches & Cities

Anthem of the Seas 14 nights 11 Aug 2024

38. Iceland & Greenland

Caribbean Princess 16 nights 13 Aug 2024

39. Northern Isles

Ambition 6 nights 15 Aug 2024

40. Mediterranean

Britannia 14 nights 16 Aug 2024

41. Norwegian Fjords

Iona 7 nights 17 Aug 2024

42. Northern Europe And Scandinavia

Queen Anne 10 nights 18 Aug 2024

43. British Isles

Regal Princess 12 nights 19 Aug 2024

44. Summertime Fjordland

Ambition 7 nights 21 Aug 2024

45. One-Night Mini-Cruise

Balmoral 1 nights 22 Aug 2024

46. Summertime Norwegian Fjords & Folklore

Balmoral 6 nights 23 Aug 2024

47. Exploring Ireland's Coastal Scenery

Bolette 8 nights 24 Aug 2024

48. Spain & France

Anthem of the Seas 7 nights 25 Aug 2024

49. Northern Europe And Scandinavia

Aurora 16 nights 26 Aug 2024

50. Summertime Fjordland

Ambience 7 nights 27 Aug 2024

51. Short Break to Rotterdam

Queen Anne 4 nights 28 Aug 2024

52. Ireland, Scottish Highlands & Wales

Caribbean Princess 14 nights 29 Aug 2024

53. British Isles

Queen Mary 2 12 nights 30 Aug 2024

54. Spain And Portugal

Ventura 10 nights 31 Aug 2024

55. The Norwegian Fjords

Queen Anne 7 nights 01 Sep 2024

56. British Isles Discovery

Ambience 11 nights 03 Sep 2024

57. Iceland & Scotland

Celebrity Apex 11 nights 07 Sep 2024

58. Western Mediterranean

Queen Anne 14 nights 08 Sep 2024

59. Autumn Fjordland

Ambition 7 nights 09 Sep 2024

60. Western Europe

Ventura 4 nights 10 Sep 2024

61. Norwegian Fjords

Aurora 12 nights 11 Sep 2024

62. Oktoberfest European Capitals

Caribbean Princess 12 nights 12 Sep 2024

63. Norwegian Fjords

Britannia 7 nights 13 Sep 2024

64. Hidden Gems of France, Spain & Portugal

Ambience 12 nights 14 Sep 2024

65. Westbound Transatlantic Crossing

Queen Mary 2 7 nights 15 Sep 2024

66. Hidden Gems of France & Spain

Ambition 14 nights 17 Sep 2024

67. Spain, Portugal & Mediterranean

Celebrity Apex 13 nights 18 Sep 2024

68. Discover the Canaries

Anthem of the Seas 12 nights 20 Sep 2024

69. Atlantic Islands

Iona 14 nights 21 Sep 2024

70. Iberian Passage

Sun Princess 16 nights 23 Sep 2024

71. Search for the Northern Lights

Caribbean Princess 14 nights 24 Sep 2024

72. Autumn Fjordland

Ambience 7 nights 26 Sep 2024

73. Western Europe

Ventura 7 nights 28 Sep 2024

74. Mediterranean

Arvia 13 nights 29 Sep 2024

75. Treasures of Denmark & Sweden

Ambition 12 nights 30 Sep 2024

76. Canaries & Portugal

Celebrity Apex 11 nights 01 Oct 2024

77. Spain & Portugal

Anthem of the Seas 8 nights 02 Oct 2024

78. Canary Islands

Britannia 14 nights 04 Oct 2024

79. Canary Islands

Ventura 14 nights 05 Oct 2024

80. Cherbourg and Bruges

Queen Anne 4 nights 11 Oct 2024

81. Western Europe

Arvia 9 nights 12 Oct 2024

82. Hamburg Short Break

Queen Mary 2 4 nights 13 Oct 2024

83. Norway and Northern Lights

Queen Anne 12 nights 15 Oct 2024

Aurora 12 nights 17 Oct 2024

85. Caribbean Transatlantic

Britannia 14 nights 18 Oct 2024

86. Northern Cruise Break

Iona 7 nights 19 Oct 2024

87. River Seine Experience & Antwerp

Ambition 8 nights 20 Oct 2024

88. Belgium And France

Arvia 4 nights 21 Oct 2024

89. Spain Portugal And Canary Islands

Arcadia 16 nights 22 Oct 2024

90. Amsterdam City Break

Ambience 3 nights 24 Oct 2024

91. Caribbean

Arvia 14 nights 25 Oct 2024

92. Southern Cruise Break

Iona 7 nights 26 Oct 2024

93. Atlantic Coast and Iberia

Queen Anne 7 nights 27 Oct 2024

94. Treasures of Norway & Denmark

Ambition 11 nights 28 Oct 2024

95. Bruges And Rotterdam

Queen Victoria 4 nights 30 Oct 2024

96. Norway's Land Of The Northern Lights

Ambience 14 nights 01 Nov 2024

97. Northern Cruise Break

Iona 7 nights 02 Nov 2024

98. The Canary Islands

Queen Anne 14 nights 03 Nov 2024

99. Spain Portugal And Canary Islands

Ventura 13 nights 05 Nov 2024

100. Norway's Land Of The Northern Lights

Ambition 14 nights 07 Nov 2024

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Celebrity Apex 8 nights 15 May 2024

2. Spain & France

Anthem of the Seas 7 nights 19 May 2024

3. Bruges & Amsterdam

Celebrity Apex 4 nights 23 May 2024

4. Spain & France

Anthem of the Seas 7 nights 26 May 2024

5. Best of Scandinavia

Celebrity Apex 12 nights 27 May 2024

6. Discover the Canaries

Anthem of the Seas 12 nights 02 Jun 2024

7. Norwegian Fjords

Celebrity Apex 7 nights 08 Jun 2024

8. Norwegian Fjords

9. norwegian fjords.

Anthem of the Seas 7 nights 21 Jun 2024

10. Iceland & Ireland

Celebrity Apex 11 nights 27 Jun 2024

11. Spain & France

12. norwegian fjords, 13. norwegian fjords & arctic circle, 14. mediterranean cities, 15. spain and portugal, 16. spanish flair.

Anthem of the Seas 9 nights 02 Aug 2024

17. Spain, Portugal & Mediterranen

Celebrity Apex 13 nights 03 Aug 2024

18. Mediterranean Beaches & Cities

19. norwegian fjords.

Celebrity Apex 7 nights 16 Aug 2024

20. Bruges & Netherlands

Celebrity Apex 4 nights 23 Aug 2024

21. Spain & France

22. best of scandinavia.

Celebrity Apex 11 nights 27 Aug 2024

23. Spain & France

Anthem of the Seas 7 nights 01 Sep 2024

24. Iceland & Scotland

25. discover the canaries.

Anthem of the Seas 12 nights 08 Sep 2024

26. Spain, Portugal & Mediterranean

27. discover the canaries, 28. canaries & portugal, 29. spain & portugal, 30. canaries & portugal.

Celebrity Apex 11 nights 12 Oct 2024

31. Southampton To Rome Cruise

Anthem of the Seas 9 nights 14 Oct 2024

32. Canaries & Portugal

Celebrity Apex 11 nights 13 Apr 2025

33. Spain & Portugal

Celebrity Apex 9 nights 24 Apr 2025

34. Norwegian Fjords

Celebrity Apex 7 nights 03 May 2025

35. Norwegian Fjords

Celebrity Apex 7 nights 10 May 2025

36. Norwegian Fjords

Celebrity Apex 8 nights 17 May 2025

37. Best of Scandinavia

Celebrity Apex 11 nights 25 May 2025

38. Norwegian Fjords & Arctic Circle

Celebrity Apex 12 nights 05 Jun 2025

39. Best of Scandinavia

Celebrity Apex 11 nights 17 Jun 2025

40. Norwegian Fjords

Celebrity Apex 7 nights 28 Jun 2025

41. Norwegian Fjords & Arctic Circle

Celebrity Apex 12 nights 05 Jul 2025

42. Spain & Portugal

Celebrity Apex 9 nights 17 Jul 2025

43. Spain, Portugal & Mediterranean

Celebrity Apex 12 nights 26 Jul 2025

44. Norwegian Fjords

Celebrity Apex 7 nights 06 Sep 2025

About Cruises from the UK

With a greater choice of cruise lines, destinations and ships sailing from UK ports every year and some fantastic added value benefits, it's no wonder that more of us are choosing to cruise directly from the UK than ever before.

A cruise is the perfect holiday choice for those looking to avoid long flights and the hustle and bustle of airport travel, with departures available from a wide range of British ports including Southampton , Newcastle , Liverpool , Greenock and more. Free car parking and/or free coach travel is available on selected cruises from the UK - ask our Cruise Advisors for full details.

You can sail from UK ports to a variety of top destinations like the sunny Mediterranean , the Canary Islands , the beautiful Norwegian Fjords and the historic capitals of Scandinavia and the Baltic. For people who have the travel bug, there are longer sailings including transatlantic crossings and luxurious full world cruises.

Most cruises departing from British ports also come with additional benefits like regional coach transfers, car parking or incredible last-minute savings that are not to be missed. Call our cruise consultants today for more details on cruises sailing directly from the UK

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With up to 15% off all cruises , deposits from £50pp , up to £665pp onboard spending money , reduced kids prices, and reduced all-inclusive upgrades from just £35pp per night , there has never been a better time to book your next cruise holiday for 2024 and 2025.

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Gems of North Europe

P&O Cruises - Iona - 2nd November 2024 - 7 nights

Best of France and Spain

Princess Cruises - Sky Princess - 5th April 2025 - 7 Nights

France Two Night Mini Cruise

MSC Cruises - MSC Virtuosa - 1st June 2024 - 2 Nights

Canary Islands Fly Cruise

P&O Cruises - Azura - 13th December 2024 - 7 Nights

North Europe Exclusive

MSC Cruises - MSC Preziosa - 1st November 2024 - 7 Nights

No Fly Germany and Netherlands

Cunard - Queen Anne - 13th December 2026 - 7 Nights

Dubai Winter Escape

MSC Cruises - MSC Euribia - 14th December 2024 - 7 nights

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Whether this is your first cruise trip or your 21st, there’s a lot of open water out there to explore, and a lot of choice when it comes to destinations, resorts and the cruises themselves. We wouldn’t want you to feel overwhelmed when it comes to planning your time sailing the ocean blue, so we’re here to break down our cruise types for you.

Cruise and stay

Cruise & Stay holidays merge everything that rocks about cruise holidays with a fun-filled stay in an extraordinary place. Whether you want a blissful beach break or to stick around to explore a city, you can easily pair it with an epic cruise experience to keep your journey constantly fresh and vibrant. Party, relax and treat yourself onboard before getting up close and personal with a fantastic destination, all in one holiday.

Fly and cruise

Booking a fly and cruise option gets you to your holiday destination quicker than setting sail from a UK port, so you can reach those gorgeous Caribbean islands in a shorter space of time. Or maybe combine a cheeky stay on land (Florida, perhaps?) before hopping on board one of our favourite cruise lines. There's so many options we can help with to make your cruise holiday perfectly tailored to you.

Since we're part of the Virgin family, it's a no brainer we'll fly you with Virgin Atlantic to start your cruise.

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Don’t feel like flying? Want to avoid the hustle and bustle of the airport? We’ve got you covered with plenty of departures from ports in the UK, and you’ll still have the world at your fingertips. Sail around Europe for a taster (perfect for those who are new to cruising), or take the scenic route over the ocean as far as the Caribbean for cruise holidays that start as soon as you’re onboard.

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Cruise into the Caribbean or head to the Med on a unique Virgin Voyage, where the glamour of a boutique hotel on the ocean is blended with unmistakable Virgin style and service. Sophisticated, adults-only, and offering an unbelievable choice of dining, you'll enjoy a voyage that's unlike any other.

Virgin Atlantic Holidays is the only place where you can book the full cruise package – Virgin Atlantic flights, hotels and your Virgin Voyage – all in one place. Find out more about what Scarlet Lady and Valiant Lady have in store...

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From the  British Isles  to  Scandinavia , via the  Baltic States , this extraordinary MSC Cruises voyage proposes fascinating and unusual itineraries to explore some of the most remote areas of the planet.

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Cruising the Mediterranean with MSC Cruises means coming within reach of the best in culture, tradition and monuments that have for centuries enriched its shores. This cruise offers the opportunity to visit and learn about countries and people facing this sea and their millenary history.

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Cruise to the Caribbean , one of the most beautiful and fascinating destinations in the world. Drift away to the sound of waves and perhaps indulge in some shopping and a spot of night life in trendy Miami or the mysterious Mexican Costa Maya .

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Discover our new and exclusive Bahamian destination: Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve . Here you can spend a one-of-a-kind experience on an authentic Caribbean island, while connecting with the natural world, feeling the warmth of the Bahamian spirit and immersing in an eco-friendly environment.

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A journey with an MSC Cruise toward Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Sir Bani Yas will immerse you in the region's mesmerizing blend of beautiful beaches, record-breaking attractions, and experiences like no other. Uncover the vibrant tapestry of Dubai's lifestyle , and immerse yourself in the world of luxury as you discover the city's opulent malls. Alternatively, soak in the city's vibrant nightlife scene and treat yourself to exquisite fine dining in one of Dubai's beautiful restaurants for a lavish experience.

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Danube river cruises: an ultimate guide to cruising Budapest and beyond

Why, when and how to sail along Europe’s second-longest river, which meanders through the likes of Vienna, Budapest and Bucharest

Its banks are lined with dramatic, unspoiled landscapes, postcard-perfect towns and villages, and grand, opulent cities . Take a river cruise down this majestic river and you’ll encounter some of the world’s most stunning countryside, including the UNESCO-protected Wachau Valley, along with an array of fascinating cultures.

Cruising Europe’s waterways is a great way to see more of the region in a short period of time than you might do by land, and a river cruise can be the ideal introduction to cruise holidays for first-timers.

While ships are smaller than those traversing across oceans, river cruise itineraries often feature big-name guests onboard – as is the case with our seven-night sailing along the Danube , when one of the UK's best-loved historians, Lucy Worsley (pictured below), joins guests on a private visit to Vienna’s Royal Lipizzaner Stables and Spanish Riding School.

What is the best time of year to cruise the Danube River?

The Danube is a year-round destination with the exception of January and February, when few cruise lines operate here. Summer, when the weather is hottest, is peak season and as a result Europe’s cities are particularly crowded. Because of that, we recommend taking a Danube river cruise in April, May, September and October. Good Housekeeping's seven-night itinerary sails in September, when the weather should still be balmy and dry, but the summer hordes have gone home.

Where does a Danube river cruise start and end?

The Danube either flows through or delineates part of the border of Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Romania, Bulgaria, Moldova and Ukraine. Many cruises traverse the stretch between the capital cities of Vienna, Austria and Budapest , Hungary, starting or ending at either location.

Our seven-night Danube river cruise with Lucy Worsley departs from the city of Engelhartszell in Austria before calling at Vienna (pictured below), the pretty town of Esztergom in Hungary and Budapest. You'll then loop back down the river, calling at Slovakia's capital Bratislava and the Wachau Valley in Austria before returning to Engelhartszell.

Is a Danube river cruise worth it?

Absolutely! If you love dazzling landscapes, magnificent architecture and fabulous food, a Danube river cruise is hard to beat. Exploring Europe by water requires no internal flights and train rides and eliminates schlepping around with your luggage in tow.

On a river cruise, you can discover multiple destinations – and even get to the heart of them with a guided tour, should you wish – in just one trip, all the while returning to the same luxurious stateroom and comfy bed each night.

What are the best things to do on a Danube river cruise?

One of the highlights of any Danube cruise is the Austrian capital, Vienna, with its musical heritage, imperial palaces, array of art museums, stunning Lipizzaner stallions, and delectable cuisine (a slice of Sachertorte chocolate cake is a must when in town!).

Secondly, Budapest, the capital of Hungary, boasts breath-taking architecture as well as historic thermal baths (pictured above), while Bratislava shouldn’t be overlooked with its lively 18th-century Old Town and impressive reconstructed hilltop castle from which you can look down over it.

Other hotspots along the Danube include the verdant Wachau Valley in Austria, which tumbles down to the riverbanks; and medieval Esztergom, Hungary’s former capital, which is home to the country’s largest church, Esztergom Basilica.

And that’s all without mentioning the entertainment and facilities onboard your ship. Join us on our seven-night Danube cruise and you’ll sail aboard A-ROSA FLORA, which boasts an onboard spa offering beauty and body treatments, gym, spacious sun deck, heated outdoor pool, outdoor restaurant with canopy top, bar and dancefloor, lounges and plenty of evening fun.

Which cruise lines offer Danube river cruises?

Among the companies offering cruises along the Danube are A-ROSA Cruises , with whom we have partnered to bring you our remarkable river cruise . A-ROSA has 20-plus years of experience in sailing couples, families, groups and solo travellers along some of Europe’s loveliest rivers in laidback style, giving you lots of freedom to explore port stops at your own pace.

How much does it cost to cruise the Danube?

Danube cruises can be great value, with our cruise through Austria, Hungary and Slovakia starting just over £2,000 per person for a week. All meals and drinks, including sparkling wines and cocktails, are included, as are snacks and afternoon tea. Also included is the use of the sauna, gym and top-deck heated swimming pool. You'll also get 15% off treatments in the onboard spa.

Sail the Danube and visit Vienna's famous riding school with Lucy Worsley in September 2024.

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This cruise ship spa has its own ‘showstopper’ Snow Grotto — and it’s free for all guests

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You don’t have to bother setting up an ice-filled tub in your garden to partake in the ancient Scandinavian bathing ritual of hot and cold therapies.

Viking Ocean cruises offers a far more civilised way to get in on the trend, with all its ships featuring a swanky Nordic Spa that’s free for all passengers.

Alongside staples you’d expect like a sauna and steam room, this modern wellness centre has its own Snow Grotto (the first of its kind on the seas) filled with manmade snow, which is perfect for a revitalising hit of cold before a dip in the hot tub.

Cruise critic Jorge Oliver called it a ‘showstopper’, while Well Travelled reviewer Jason Dutton-Smith described it as a ‘fascinating addition’ that provides a ‘rejuvenating and rapid cool down’.

There’s a specific order you’re supposed to stick to when it comes to this ritual: start with a dry sauna, steam room or hot spa, then plunge into icy cold before heading back to the warmth and letting your body reacclimatise.

Purported benefits of cold water immersion include ‘speeding up muscle recovery, reducing muscle damage and boosting circulation’ after exercise.

There’s also evidence it can aid better sleep, ease soreness, and shock your central nervous system to make you feel less fatigued.

As well spending a few minutes in the Snow Grotto, visitors to Viking’s Nordic Spa can make use of the splash bucket or cold plunge pool for their chilly fix.

It may seem daunting at first, but knowing there’s a toasty hydrotherapy pool, heated stone lounger, or experience shower waiting for you afterwards should help you get past the initial jolt.

The fact you don’t have to pay to use any of these facilities while on a Viking Ocean trip also sweetens the experience.

While extras like massages and beauty treatments are paid for, access to the spa is totally free — a rare bonus in the cruise world.

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Do you love cruising? Are you an intrepid traveller? Maybe you just like looking at pictures of luxe ships. No matter which, we want you to vote!

Metro has partnered with the Sailawaze Excellence Awards , highlighting the very best in cruising when it comes to sustainability, wellness, entertainment and beyond.

And we need YOU to simply select what you’ve been most impressed by.

The best bit? By voting you’ll automatically be in with a chance of winning a cruise for two worth £2,500.

Say bon voyage to the more traditional categories of 'best large ship' or 'best luxury cruise line' and instead ahoy to innovation, food and drink and showstopping performances.

Vote for your favourite here .

Viking prides itself on being different to many operators out there, with no casinos on board its liners, complimentary laundry service, free beer and wine with meals, free Wi-Fi, no charge for alternative restaurants and no photography sales.

Its over-18s-only policy does mean the kids can’t join you on your voyage, but you’ll experience ‘a more cultured style of cruising’ with ‘a sophisticated grown-up feel’ thanks to a roster of activities like watercolour painting, cooking classes and art lectures.

There are a range of routes to choose from, including Scandinavia, the Caribbean and Central America and the Mediterranean. Alternatively, you can go for one of Viking Ocean’s World Cruises or Grand Journeys, combining two or more itineraries or spending months travelling the globe.

It’s not exactly a budget holiday, though. The cheapest option on the Viking site is the eight-day Viking Shores and Fjords trip going from Amsterdam to Berge for £3,590, and round-the-world trips can top £60,000.

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There is concern within the international community about the US supplying long-range missiles to Ukraine, North Korea has said. Listen to a Daily podcast on whether the UK should send troops to Ukraine as you scroll.

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The Russian invasion of Ukraine has given "new impetus" to calls for the EU to be enlarged beyond the current 27 members, Charles Michel, the president of the European Council, has said.

The alternative would be a "terrible, irresponsible mistake", he added.

Discussing an enlargement in 2004, when 10 mostly ex-communist nations such as Poland and Hungary joined the bloc, Mr Michel said it had been a "call of history to unite European countries", the 20th anniversary of which is on Wednesday.

He added: "Twenty years later we face a similar challenge because there is this geo-political chaos, including because of this war by Russia against Ukraine. 

"And facing this chaos is the geo-political strategy to reunify once again." 

Current applicants to join the EU include six Balkan countries, plus Ukraine, Georgia and Moldova. 

Ukraine is by far the largest prospective member.

"Because of the war launched by Russia against Ukraine, there is a new impetus, a reinvigoration of the (EU) enlargement strategy," Mr Michel said. 

"It is challenging. But what is the alternative? The alternative would be a terrible, irresponsible mistake from the EU." 

He suggested the EU and candidate countries should carry out the reforms necessary for enlargement by 2030.

Fresh supplies of weapons from the US have begun to arrive in Ukraine but the process needs to speed up, Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said. 

Speaking alongside NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg at a joint news conference in Kyiv, the Ukrainian president said there had been "timely support for our army".

He added, however: "Today I don't see anything positive on this point yet. 

"There are supplies - they have slightly begun. This process needs to be sped up."

A new $61bn (£48bn) US military aid package was finally signed into law last week after months of deadlock in the US House of Representatives.

Kyiv is hoping its critically low stocks of artillery shells will soon be replenished. 

Volodymyr Zelenskyy has thanked "partners" as he said Ukraine is "making every effort" to use drones more effectively.

In addition to posting some pictures on X, the Ukrainian president said he wanted to thank people who train drone operators, as well as "our warriors for their efficiency".

He added: "I thank everyone involved in the production and those who ensure better protection of the Ukrainian skies through their work."

Ukrainian servicemen have been saying goodbye to their visiting partners at the railway station in Kramatorsk, eastern Ukraine.

The men were on a short break from frontline duty.

Russia's defence ministry says its forces have taken control of the village of Semenivka in the eastern Donetsk region.

Yesterday, the ministry announced the capture of another village, Novobakhmutivka.

Ocheretyne, also near by, has been a focal point of fighting in recent days.

Ukraine's top general, speaking yesterday, said fighting had intensified in the east of the country, with troops falling back in three areas. 

Oleksandr Syrskyi said Russian troops had achieved "certain tactical successes" in the villages of Berdychi, Semenivka and Novomykhailivka.

Ukraine has confirmed that chatbots used by its security agencies on Telegram have been restored after being temporarily blocked.

We reported earlier (6.56am post) that Kyiv's security service described their blocking as "unreasonable".

Now, Ukraine's Centre for Strategic Communication has said three affected bots, used by Ukraine's SBU security service, the GUR and digital ministry for the war effort, had been restored.

A Telegram spokesperson said they were "temporarily disabled due to a false positive but have since been reinstated".

The number of civilians killed or injured in Ukraine in March was 604, according to the UN, which has a human rights monitoring team in the country.

The figure is 20% higher than February's.

The UK defence ministry, highlighting the numbers in its daily intelligence update, said 57 children were reported killed in March, "double the previous month". 

Their deaths have been "attributed directly to Russian use of aerial munitions", the MoD said.

Civilian deaths in general are attributed to "missile and aerial-munitions strikes throughout Ukraine and increased bombardment at the frontlines".

The UN's report highlights an increase in coordinated strikes on critical Ukrainian infrastructure, with 20 sites "destroyed or damaged".

In total, there have been 31,366 civilian casualties in Ukraine since 24 February 2022, the MoD said (including areas Russia is controlling).

Of those, 10,810 were killed and 20,556 were wounded.

We reported earlier in our big picture post (6.27am post) that Oleksandr Pivnenko, who commands Ukraine's National Guard, is not ruling out a Russian attempt to target Kharkiv - Ukraine's second-largest city.

Kharkiv has been the focus of recent air attacks.

The US-based Institute for the Study of War (ISW) thinktank assesses that the Russian military "lacks the forces necessary to seize the city".

But the commander-in-chief of the Ukrainian armed forces, Colonel General Oleksandr Syrskyi, has said the threat of an invasion is causing Ukraine to allocate additional resources to defend the city - weakening forces elsewhere.

The ISW said: "Syrskyi noted that Ukrainian forces have recently improved their positions near Synkivka (east of Kharkiv)."

The Russians' "combat effectiveness" can be questioned because of their "inability to seize Synkivka despite repeated mass infantry and mechanized assaults", the ISW said.

It went on: "ISW continues to assess that a potential future Russian offensive to seize Kharkiv City would be an extremely ambitious undertaking that would pose significant challenges to Russian forces, particularly since Russian forces will be facing better-equipped Ukrainian forces following the arrival of US military assistance."

Telegram has reportedly restored some blocked Ukrainian bots.

They include those of the security service and ministry of digital transformation, the Kyiv Post said on X.

As we reported earlier (6.56am post) the security service said Telegram had "unreasonably" blocked bots that "opposed Russia's military aggression against Ukraine".

Three men who are entrepreneurs in their day jobs have been assembling drones in a home kitchen in Kyiv.

Denys, Yaw and Eugene send the tiny aircraft on to the Ukrainian armed forces.

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