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Cruises from Southampton

Open your door to europe’s wonders on a cruise from southampton.

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From the Blue Lagoon in Iceland to the black-sand beaches in Greece, discover the world’s wonders on a cruise from Southampton. With various destinations, durations and dates, find the voyage that fits your schedule. Taste the flavors of the Mediterranean, tour palaces in Russia and float down dazzling fjords in Norway. Or walk in the footsteps of royalty as you visit the British Isles. The choice is yours with Princess®.

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British Isles Cruises

Watch history books come to life on a cruise from Southampton to the British Isles. Tour Edinburgh Castle, sip on famous stouts in Dublin and hunt for legendary sea monsters in Invergordon. Indulge in homemade scones and jam on a visit to a local cottage. Or relive the glory days of the world’s most beloved boy band on a trip to Liverpool. Discover lands full of mysteries and mythologies, only with Princess.

Mediterranean Cruises

Laced in history and romance, the Mediterranean is a traveller’s playground. On a cruise from Southampton, find your passion amidst the canals of Italy or on the sun-drenched shores of Greece. See lands sculpted by volcanoes on the Canary Islands. Or walk in the footsteps of gladiators past at the Colosseum, and explore the archeological ruins of Pompeii — a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Scandinavia & Baltic Cruises

Hear about tales and tsars from centuries past on a cruise from Southampton to Scandinavia and the Baltic. Get up close to historical treasures like Viking ships in Oslo and Kronborg Castle in Copenhagen.

Norway & Iceland Cruises

Experience tranquility and natural beauty on a cruise from Southampton to Norway and Iceland. During an overnight stay in Alta, search for the Aurora Borealis while sipping on hot chocolate. Come face-to-face with Europe’s largest glacier as you sail down the iconic Norwegian Fjords. Or take a dip in Reykjavik’s Blue Lagoon and rediscover your sense of wonder. See for yourself why it’s called the land of fire and ice.

Transatlantic Cruises

Relive the golden age of ocean travel on a Transatlantic cruise from Southampton. Unwind at sea and jump into adventure at each destination. Choose from voyages that take you through the British Isles to the Land of Fire and Ice — Iceland. Or visit ports in Spain and France as you make your way to North America on a cruise from London by way of Southampton. Indulge in the best of land and sea with a Transatlantic cruise from Princess.

Canada & New England Cruises

Travel through time as you sail to Canada and New England on a cruise from Southampton. Walk in the footsteps of Paul Revere, hike through Acadia National Park and indulge in crab cakes and fresh-caught lobster along the way. Bask in the coastal beauty of Prince Edward Island, and spend two days exploring the French influences of Quebec City on a 24-day voyage to the Northern seaboard and back.

What to Know About Cruises from Southampton

Discover the city’s history, wander through its countryside and revel in its unique coastal charm on a cruise from Southampton.

Southampton at a glance

• Language:  English
• Currency:  Pound Sterling (GBP)
• Time Zone:  Greenwich Mean Time (GMT)
• Docking:  Your cruise from Southampton docks at the Port of Southampton, approximately 1.5-2 hours from London.
• Attire:  We suggest dressing in layers as temperatures fluctuate throughout the year and even throughout the day. This includes a light shirt, sweater and jacket.
• Transportation:  While taxis are available around the city, you can also get around by bus or train.

Things to do in Southampton

Admire the Neoclassical architecture of this charming port city as you stroll past historic gems like the Tudor House or Saint Michael’s Church. Shop at the ultra-modern Westquay, home to an assortment of shops and restaurants. Or drive to the countryside and learn about the mystery of Stonehenge before boarding your cruise from Southampton.

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Cruises from Southampton, UK

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Southampton cruise port offers more than 500 voyages in 2025. You can book the classic to New York itineraries from Southampton, voyages north to the magnificent Norwegian Fjords , north-east to the Baltic Sea and majestic St Petersburg , south to the beautiful Canary Islands , south then east to the Western Mediterranean or Eastern Mediterranean .

Cruises from Southampton are easily accessible, thanks to its good rail and road links. The city is located in the England’s south coast central part and has great road and rail links to the other UK cities. The Southampton cruise port comprises two docks – the Eastern and the Western.

Easily find and compare all 2025 cruises from Southampton, England for every major cruiseline. Check itineraries, maps and port-of-call.

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4-day mini cruise to Bruges and Le Havre on board P&O Iona Cruising from: Southampton, UK; Departure Date: April 1, 2025; Duration: 4-day cruise; Cruise Line: P&O Cruises; Cruise Ship: P&O Iona; Ports of Call: Southampton, Bruges, Le Havre, Southampton; Discover[…]

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12-day cruise to Andalsnes, Tromso, Alta and Stavanger with P&O Cruises Cruising from: Southampton, UK; Departure Date: March 24, 2025; Cruise Line: P&O Cruises; Cruise Ship: Aurora; Duration: 12-day cruise; Ports of Call: Southampton, Andalsnes, Tromso, Alta, Stavanger, Southampton; Embark on[…]

P&O Aurora, Norwegian Fjords from Southampton, March 12, 2025

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P&O Ventura, Mini Cruise Southampton to Amsterdam, February 23, 2025

4-day mini cruise to Amsterdam, Netherlands with P&O Cruises Cruising from: Southampton, UK; Departure Date: February 23, 2025; Cruise Line: P&O Cruises; Cruise Ship: Ventura; Duration: 4-day cruise; Ports of Call: Southampton, Amsterdam, Southampton; Discover the best of Amsterdam in[…]

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Cunard’s Queen Victoria Mini Cruise from Southampton to Hamburg, January 5, 2025

2-day mini cruise to Hamburg, Germany with Cunard Cruises Cruising from: Southampton, UK; Departure Date: January 5, 2025; Duration: 2-day cruise; Cruise Line: Cunard Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Queen Victoria; Holiday number: V502A; Ports of Call: Southampton, Hamburg; Discover the best[…]

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Located along the southern coast of England and only 69 miles away from London, Southampton is a fantastic departure port for a cruise around Europe. This thriving city full of history, culture, shopping, and world-class cuisine is a great jumping-off point for excursions to places like the mysterious stone ruins of Stonehenge and the small cathedral city of Winchester, where legendary author Jane Austen once lived.

Cruises from Southampton sail to some of Europe’s most coveted destinations, including seaside towns in the Mediterranean, the stunning Norwegian Fjords, and Scandinavia. Cruises from the UK also visit unforgettable ports in Portugal, Spain, Italy, Iceland, Ireland, and the Canary Islands.

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Embark on an in-depth experience in the city where your cruise starts or ends. Stay in accommodations we’ve carefully selected. Enjoy tours guided by experts to see the must-sees and do the must-dos. Take private transportation between your airport, hotel, and ship.

Guided Tour Highlights:  Experience a cruise along the Thames River. Enjoy a day trip to Bath and the Cotswolds. Discover the ancient mystique of Stonehenge.

Top Destinations on Cruises from Southampton

Norwegian fjords.

Sail down fjords that date back to the Ice Age and stop in quaint waterfront towns during a Norway cruise. During your vacation, you’ll witness unforgettable landscapes full of towering waterfalls, rocky cliffs, emerald green waters, and colorful architecture. During your cruise, you’ll see natural wonders up close, like Nærøyfjord, one of Norway’s most spectacular fjords, and Briksdal Glacier, one of the largest glaciers in all of Europe.

The Mediterranean

Soak up the history, culture, and food of the beautiful Mediterranean, a seaside paradise for those looking to experience the best of Europe. Travel to the region’s most popular destinations, including Italy’s Amalfi Coast, and the luxurious towns of the French Riviera. You’ll find there’s no shortage of charms to enjoy, including delicious cuisine and historic landmarks.

Iceland & Ireland

Discover the pastoral beauty of Ireland and the natural wonders of Iceland during a cruise that visits both of these scenic countries. Dance to live music and admire historic churches and cathedrals in Cork. Dip into the famous Blue Lagoon in Reykjavik and sample the city’s unique culinary scene. While in Akureyri, explore the ancient lava formations of Dimmuborgir and the stunning landscapes of the Namafjall Mountain.

Scandinavia

Experience the best of Scandinavia and Russia on a luxury cruise. Spend a night in Copenhagen, a cosmopolitan city with fantastic Baroque castles. Visit Stockholm, the Swedish capital with an eye for avant-garde art and cool design. Tour Tsarist palaces, take a picture in front of the iconic spirals of the Church of Our Savior on Spilled Blood..

Canary Islands

Unwind on the golden sand beaches of the Canary Islands, a heavenly archipelago located just off the coast of Morocco. These Spanish islands are full of natural wonders, including sprawling sand dunes, vibrant coral reefs, massive craters, and the world’s third-largest volcano. In Tenerife, savor fresh seafood and wander around its picturesque Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. While in Gran Canaria, simply relax under the sun at one of the island’s glamourous beaches.

Why Cruise from the UK with Celebrity Cruises

On cruises from Southampton, explore the fascinating cities of Europe while sailing in complete luxury. During your cruise with Celebrity Cruises ® , you’ll visit cosmopolitan capitals and quaint towns, exploring both natural wonders and incredible landmarks. 

After spending a busy day in port, enjoy world-class service and delicious cuisine on board. Unwind in the soothing Solarium or recharge at our relaxing Spa. Head to one of our specialty restaurants or enjoy dinner in the ship’s main restaurant, with dishes crafted by our Michelin-starred chef. Whether you’re on board or off, you’ll experience the vacation of a lifetime with Celebrity Cruises.

Make memories you’ll cherish forever on a family cruise . Whether it’s the sunshine and culture of the Mediterranean, the breathtaking landscapes of Norway, or the fascinating history of the Baltics, you’ll find there are always new adventures for all ages to be had. On board the ship, kids will love Camp at Sea, our fully customizable kids club that offers over 500 activities.

Southampton Port Facilities & Location

Address: western docks, herbert walker ave, southampton, so15 1hj.

The Southampton cruise port is one of the largest ports in the world. Cruises from Southampton depart from the City Cruise Terminal, which is easily reached from Southampton International Airport via taxi or bus. If you’re arriving at the port via London, you can either take a two-hour drive from the city to the cruise terminal, a train from Waterloo Station, which will take about an hour and 15 minutes, or a bus ride from Victoria Coach Station, which takes around two-and-a-half hours.

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Top things to do before your cruise from the uk, experience the wonder of stonehenge.

One of the most iconic excursions to go on before Southampton cruises is a visit to Stonehenge. Famous for its Neolithic engineering as well as its mysteriousness, Stonehenge features a stone circle that was built from massive stones weighing as much as 25 tons that had to have been transported incredibly long distances using only the simple tools they had available at the time. It’s an incredible experience to walk around the circle and imagine a former civilization constructing it thousands of years ago.

Shop on Oxford Street

Spanning 1.5 miles, London’s Oxford Street is a shopper’s paradise. As one of the world’s largest retail streets, you’ll find a little bit of everything for every type of budget, from high-street brands like Topshop and River Island to legendary department stores such as Marks & Spencer and Selfridges. Squeeze in a shopping session before your Southampton cruise, or simply stroll through the pedestrian-friendly street, where you’ll also be able to enjoy dozens of trendy restaurants, cafes, and bars.

Top Sights & Attractions Near Southampton

Windsor castle.

Dating back to the 11th century, Windsor Castle has served as the royal home for over 39 monarchs over the span of 900 years, making it the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world. Visit the State Apartments, where Queen Elizabeth used to host her official visits. See Queen Mary’s doll house from the 1920s, which was built to include electricity and running water. Stop in St. George’s Chapel, the site where Prince Harry and Meghan Markle got married in 2018.

Visit Runnymede, the place where the Magna Carta was signed in 1215. The picturesque meadows became the unofficial birthplace of democracy over 800 years ago, when King James signed the Magna Carta into existence. There are several memorials to explore in the site, including the Magna Carta Memorial, the JFK Memorial (a plaque that commemorates the former U.S. president’s legacy after his assassination), and the Commonwealth Air Forces Memorial, which includes the names of the more than 20,000 members of the Allied Air Forces who died during World War II.

River Thames

As the home of several popular landmarks, including the London Eye and Tower Bridge, the River Thames is the longest river in England and a quintessential London attraction. Take a river cruise down its gentle waters and admire the cityscape in the distance. Stroll along the Thames and stop for lunch or dinner at a riverside restaurant. Cross the bridge by either walking over the iconic Tower Bridge or the futuristic Millennium Bridge—a great spot to take a selfie with the Thames in the background.

When can I cruise from Southampton

Our ships sail from Southampton between April and October. No matter which month you choose to travel, we’ll transport you to Europe’s most desirable destinations. For warm, sunny weather and smaller crowds, the best time to take a cruise from Southampton is generally between April and June or September and October. If you’re planning on bringing the whole family along, you can’t beat our summer sailings around the stunning Mediterranean.

What food should I try in Southampton?

For a quintessential English dining experience, look for menus with the following items: Bakewell pudding, a dessert with a pastry base that has an almond filling and is topped with jam and icing; spotted dick, another dessert pudding featuring currants and raisins; Cornish pastry, a savory pastry filled with meat and vegetables; Lancashire hotpot, a stew made with lamb and potatoes; fish and chips, with battered, deep-fried fish served alongside fries; and curry, since England is known for its Indian and Bangladeshi food, particularly chicken tikka masala. 

When you’re in England, don’t miss the chance to savor the country’s iconic traditional breakfast of bacon, sausage, fried eggs, baked beans, mushrooms, black pudding, a roasted tomato, and toast.

Afternoon tea is also a popular way to get a taste of England. A traditional English tea usually has scones with jam, butter, clotted cream, and tea. A couple of the best places to get tea during your Southampton cruise port of call are at Grand Café, which offers two different types of afternoon tea, and Elsie’s Tea Room, which has a vintage feel.

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34. Atlantic Islands

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35. Norway Fjord

Aurora 12 nights 24 Apr 2025

36. Norway Fjord

Britannia 7 nights 25 Apr 2025

37. Norway Fjord

Iona 7 nights 26 Apr 2025

38. Westbound Transatlantic Crossing

Queen Mary 2 8 nights 27 Apr 2025

39. British Isles

Regal Princess 11 nights 28 Apr 2025

40. Norway Fjord

Britannia 7 nights 02 May 2025

41. Southern Cruise Break

Ventura 7 nights 03 May 2025

42. Spain and Italy

Queen Victoria 8 nights 04 May 2025

Aurora 16 nights 06 May 2025

44. Norway, Denmark & Sweden

Emerald Princess 14 nights 08 May 2025

45. British Isles

Regal Princess 12 nights 09 May 2025

46. Atlantic Islands

Ventura 14 nights 10 May 2025

47. Norwegian Fjords

Queen Anne 7 nights 11 May 2025

48. Western Mediterranean

Arcadia 18 nights 12 May 2025

49. Spain & Portugal

Brilliance of the Seas 8 nights 13 May 2025

50. Roundtrip Transatlantic Crossing

Queen Mary 2 14 nights 16 May 2025

2025 Southampton Cruise Deals

1. amsterdam, bruges and hamburg, 2. westbound transatlantic crossing, 3. portugal and canary islands, 4. northern cruise break, 5. northern cruise break, 6. atlantic coast iberia, 7. westbound transatlantic crossing.

Queen Mary 2 8 nights 08 Mar 2025

10. Western Mediterranean

11. the canary islands, 12. atlantic islands, 13. norway fjord, 14. the norwegian fjords, 15. norway fjord, 16. mediterranean highlights, 17. atlantic coast and iberia, 18. southern cruise break, 19. norway fjord, 20. central mediterranean.

Arcadia 19 nights 20 Apr 2025

21. Norway Fjord

22. norway fjord, 23. norway fjord, 24. westbound transatlantic crossing, 25. british isles, 26. norway fjord, 27. southern cruise break, 28. spain and italy, 30. norway, denmark & sweden, 31. british isles, 32. atlantic islands, 33. norwegian fjords, 34. western mediterranean, 35. spain & portugal, 36. roundtrip transatlantic crossing.

Iona 7 nights 17 May 2025

38. British Isles

Queen Anne 14 nights 18 May 2025

Regal Princess 12 nights 21 May 2025

40. European Capitals

Emerald Princess 12 nights 22 May 2025

41. Norway Fjord

Britannia 7 nights 23 May 2025

42. Southern Cruise Break

Ventura 7 nights 24 May 2025

43. Best of Scandinavia

Celebrity Apex 11 nights 25 May 2025

44. Norway Fjord

Arcadia 12 nights 30 May 2025

45. Southern Cruise Break

Ventura 10 nights 31 May 2025

46. Atlantic Coast And Iberia

Queen Anne 7 nights 01 Jun 2025

47. British Isles

Regal Princess 12 nights 02 Jun 2025

48. Icelandic & Norwegian Fjords

Emerald Princess 14 nights 03 Jun 2025

49. Norwegian Fjords & Arctic Circle

Celebrity Apex 12 nights 05 Jun 2025

50. British Isles

Britannia 14 nights 06 Jun 2025

How to get to Southampton

By Train:  There are regular direct rail links to Southampton Central from London Waterloo and many stations in Scotland, Northern England, Birmingham and Wales. From there you can use the FREE CityLink bus to the port. By Car:  Drive to the city centre where you can follow the clearly marked signs to the port.

Anthem of the Seas & Celebrity Apex Sailing From Southampton

1. norwegian fjords.

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

7. norwegian fjords.

Celebrity Apex 7 nights 08 Jun 2024

8. Norwegian Fjords

Anthem of the Seas 7 nights 14 Jun 2024

9. Norwegian Fjords

Anthem of the Seas 7 nights 21 Jun 2024

12. Norwegian Fjords

13. norwegian fjords & arctic circle.

Celebrity Apex 12 nights 08 Jul 2024

14. Mediterranean Cities

Anthem of the Seas 14 nights 19 Jul 2024

15. Spain and Portugal

16. spanish flair.

Anthem of the Seas 9 nights 02 Aug 2024

17. Spain, Portugal & Mediterranen

18. mediterranean beaches & cities.

Anthem of the Seas 14 nights 11 Aug 2024

19. Norwegian Fjords

Celebrity Apex 7 nights 16 Aug 2024

20. Bruges & Netherlands

Celebrity Apex 4 nights 23 Aug 2024

21. Spain & France

Anthem of the Seas 7 nights 25 Aug 2024

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

Celebrity Apex 11 nights 07 Sep 2024

25. Discover the Canaries

Anthem of the Seas 12 nights 08 Sep 2024

26. Spain, Portugal & Mediterranean

Celebrity Apex 13 nights 18 Sep 2024

27. Discover the Canaries

Anthem of the Seas 12 nights 20 Sep 2024

28. Canaries & Portugal

Celebrity Apex 11 nights 01 Oct 2024

29. Spain & Portugal

Anthem of the Seas 8 nights 02 Oct 2024

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

38. norwegian fjords & arctic circle, 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 & Mediterranean

Celebrity Apex 12 nights 26 Jul 2025

43. Norwegian Fjords & Arctic Circle

Celebrity Apex 14 nights 07 Aug 2025

44. Bruges & Rotterdam

Celebrity Apex 4 nights 21 Aug 2025

About Cruises from Southampton

Southampton is the most popular port in the UK, with many major cruise lines choosing to depart from here each year. Setting off from Southampton is the easiest way to cruise and see beautiful parts of the world in unprecedented luxury. And the best bit? Sailing from Southampton completely removes the hassle of flights and transfers.

Now really is the best time to Cruise from Southampton.   Book our cruise deals now for Free Car Parking and / or Free Coach Travel on selected 2024 and 2025 cruises from Southampton with P&O Cruises, Cunard, Royal Caribbean and more - ask our Cruise Advisors for full details. We have a huge range of choice of destinations and leading cruise holiday suppliers that operate cruises from Southampton. Including Mediterranean cruises from Southampton to Italy and Spain, trips to the Caribbean, America, the Baltic cities or even Ireland. You are bound to find what you want on a cruise from Southampton. Enjoy a wide range of leading cruise lines to choose from including Celebrity Cruises , Cunard , Fred Olsen , MSC Cruises , P&O Cruises , Princess Cruises , Royal Caribbean , and more.  How about a  mini cruise  to find your sea legs, or have a relaxing short break.

2024 cruises from Southampton:  Cruising will open a whole new world of exciting travel possibilities to you. On a cruise, you get to wake up to a new destination every day, and only unpack once! Not to mention all the inclusions, great service and the great cruise excursions. The best bit? You can cruise directly from Southampton on a range of experienced cruise lines. Explore Western Europe, the Med or venture further across the Atlantic. Speak to our cruise experts for full details.

2025 cruises from Southampton:  If you’re looking to book a cruise holiday for 2025 but don’t know where to start, our cruise experts can help you decide and plan your holiday. There is a wide range of cruises setting sail from Southampton in 2025 including onboard Celebrity Apex, with cruises to Western Europe, the Mediterranean and transatlantic crossings. Ask our cruise advisors for full details.

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Special Offers on Disney Cruise Line Sailings as of April 29, 2024

This week’s special offers from Disney Cruise Line arrive with sail dates from May into late-January 2025 with even more new sailings on the Disney Wish. Currently, there are 33 unique sail dates, available with special offers available across the fleet for sailings from Barcelona, Civitavecchia, Fort Lauderdale, Galveston, Honolulu, Port Canaveral, Southampton, and Vancouver.

The Disney Dream features the most sailings at 14, the Disney Wish a close second with 13, followed by the Disney Magic at 10, and the Disney Fantasy and Disney Wonder both with 1 date. Currently, there are no offers listed for the Disney Treasure.

Florida Residents rates are up 1 to 4 sail dates, the US Military Personnel increased by 6 30 cruises, while the Canadian Resident dropped 2 to 4 sail dates.

In terms of general special offers, the IGT, OGT, and VGT offers valid on new bookings for up to 25% off prevailing rates for 2024 Disney Dream European sailings with multiple sail dates available across Europe this summer.

Last but not least, the general domestic offer for  select sailings with savings up to 25% off the prevailing rate remains available for select voyages.

The special offers listed below are available to book today while inventory lasts.

Special Offers for U.S. Military Personnel

Special Rates for U.S. Military Personnel ( MTO ) are limited to 50 staterooms per category and sailing. Pricing varies, the lowest priced category per person per night listed below. New sailings added this week are in  bold . To take advantage of military cruise rates, at least one adult in each stateroom must provide  Proof of Military Service . Please note: This offer cannot be combined with any other special offers or discounts. Valid for new bookings only.

Disney Dream

11-Night Mediterranean with Greek Isles Cruise from Civitavecchia (Rome) Ending in Barcelona Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy • At Sea • Chania, Greece • Piraeus (Athens), Greece • Kusadasi, Turkey • Mykonos, Greece • At Sea • Valletta, Malta • Catania (Sicily), Italy • Naples, Italy • At Sea

• Monday June 24, 2024  (11A @ $343.00)

12-Night Norwegian Fjords and Iceland Cruise from Southampton Southampton • At Sea • Mekjarvik (Stavanger), Norway • Olden, Norway • Alesund, Norway • At Sea • Reykjavik, Iceland • Reykjavik, Iceland • Ísafjörður, Iceland • At Sea • At Sea • At Sea

• Wednesday July 24, 2024  (4E @ $406.00)

13-Night Eastbound Transatlantic Cruise from Fort Lauderdale ending in Barcelona Fort Lauderdale, Florida • At Sea • At Sea • At Sea • At Sea • At Sea • At Sea • Ponta Delgada (Azores), Portugal • At Sea • Lisbon, Portugal • Cádiz, Spain • Cartagena, Spain • Valencia, Spain

• Sunday May 5, 2024  (9B @ $135.00)

5-Night Mediterranean Cruise from Barcelona Barcelona, Spain • Villefranche, France • Livorno, Italy • Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy • At Sea

• Friday July 12, 2024  (11B @ $337.00)

7-Night Mediterranean Cruise from Barcelona Barcelona, Spain • At Sea • Naples, Italy • Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy • Livorno, Italy • Villefranche, France • At Sea

• Saturday May 25, 2024  (4E @ $331.00)

7-Night Mediterranean Cruise from Barcelona Barcelona, Spain • At Sea • Naples, Italy • Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy • Livorno, Italy • Cannes, France • At Sea

• Friday July 5, 2024  (11A @ $328.00)

7-Night Mediterranean with Greek Isles Cruise from Civitavecchia Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy • Naples, Italy • At Sea • Mykonos, Greece • Santorini, Greece • Chania, Greece • At Sea

• Monday June 10, 2024  (11A @ $308.00)

7-Night Mediterranean with Greek Isles Cruise from Civitavecchia (Rome) Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy • Naples, Italy • At Sea • Piraeus (Athens), Greece • Mykonos, Greece • Chania, Greece • At Sea

• Monday June 17, 2024  (11A @ $324.00)

7-Night Western Europe Cruise from Barcelona ending in Southampton Barcelona, Spain • Cartagena, Spain • At Sea • Lisbon, Portugal • Vigo, Spain • La Coruña, Spain • At Sea

• Wednesday July 17, 2024  (11A @ $305.00)

9-Night Mediterranean with Greek Isles Cruise from Barcelona ending in Civitavecchia Barcelona, Spain • At Sea • Messina (Sicily), Italy • At Sea • Santorini, Greece • Kusadasi, Turkey • Piraeus (Athens), Greece • At Sea • Naples, Italy

• Saturday June 1, 2024  (11A @ $285.00)

Disney Magic

4-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Galveston Galveston, Texas • At Sea • Progreso, Mexico • At Sea

• Wednesday January 29, 2025  (10B @ $142.00)

5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, Florida • At Sea • Cozumel, Mexico • At Sea • Castaway Cay

• Saturday June 1, 2024  (5C @ $287.00)
• Sunday June 9, 2024  (10B @ $223.00)
• Saturday June 22, 2024  (9B @ $256.00)
• Saturday July 20, 2024  (10B @ $217.00)

5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Galveston Galveston, Texas • At Sea • Progreso, Mexico • Cozumel, Mexico • At Sea

• Sunday January 19, 2025  (10B @ $146.00)
• Friday January 24, 2025  (11B @ $138.00)

Disney Wish

3-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • Castaway Cay • Nassau, Bahamas

• Friday June 14, 2024  (11A @ $325.00)

3-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • Nassau, Bahamas • Castaway Cay

• Friday June 21, 2024  (11A @ $325.00)
• Friday June 28, 2024  (11A @ $325.00)
• Friday July 5, 2024  (11B @ $322.00)
• Friday July 12, 2024  (11A @ $322.00)
• Friday July 19, 2024  (11B @ $322.00)

4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • Nassau, Bahamas • Castaway Cay • At Sea

• Monday May 27, 2024  (11A @ $336.00)
• Monday June 17, 2024  (11A @ $352.00)

4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • Nassau, Bahamas • At Sea • Castaway Cay

• Monday June 3, 2024  (11A @ $354.00)

4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • Castaway Cay • Nassau, Bahamas • At Sea

• Monday June 10, 2024  (11B @ $357.00)
• Monday June 24, 2024  (11B @ $354.00)

Disney Wonder

10-Night Hawaiian Cruise from Vancouver ending in Honolulu Vancouver, Canada • At Sea • At Sea • At Sea • At Sea • At Sea • Nawiliwili, Hawai’i • Nawiliwili, Hawai’i • Kahului (Maui), Hawai’i • Hilo, Hawai’i

• Monday September 23, 2024  (11A @ $169.00)

15-Night South Pacific Cruise from Honolulu ending in Sydney Honolulu, Hawai’i • Kahului (Maui), Hawai’i • At Sea • At Sea • At Sea • At Sea • At Sea • Pago Pago, American Samoa • International Date Line (Lose Day) • At Sea • Suva, Fiji • At Sea • Nouméa, New Caledonia • At Sea • At Sea • Sydney, Australia

• Thursday October 3, 2024  (11A @ $103.75)

Special Military rates are available to all retired and active U.S. Military personnel (or spouse), including U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army, U.S. Marines, U.S Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. National Guard, U.S. Army Reserve and U.S. Department of Defense personnel. Active and retired members (or spouse) of the U.S. military must provide valid identification at time of check-in. This offer is limited to a maximum of one stateroom per military member (or spouse), per sailing. A U.S. Military service member (or spouse) is required to sail to take advantage of this offer. Activated members (or spouse) of the U.S. National Guard or the U.S. Army Reserve must also show active duty orders (active duty papers must be dated as of January 1st of the previous year to qualify). Government taxes will vary by itinerary and are in addition to the below rates. Third and fourth Guest prices valid with 2 full-fare Guests in the same stateroom. Rates may vary by sail date and category. Other restrictions may apply. Other categories and sail dates may be available. Valid for new bookings only.

Special Offers for Florida Residents

Special Rates for Florida Residents ( FLR ) are limited to 50 staterooms per category and sailing. Pricing varies, the lowest priced category per person per night listed below. New sailings added this week are in  bold .  Please note: This offer cannot be combined with any other special offers or discounts. Valid on new and existing reservations.

• Sunday May 5, 2024  (9B @ $145.00)

Disney Fantasy

6-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida • At Sea • Cozumel, Mexico • Grand Cayman • At Sea • Castaway Cay

• Sunday August 4, 2024  (7A @ $323.00)
• Friday June 7, 2024  (11B @ $353.00)
• Friday June 28, 2024  (11B @ $348.00)

To take advantage of Florida residency cruise rates, proof of Florida Residency for at least one adult in each stateroom must be presented at time of check-in. Guests unable to show proper proof of Florida residency at check-in will have their cruise re-priced and the balance must be paid before being allowed to sail. Proof of residency must be valid at the time of sailing, and includes the following: •Florida Driver’s License •Florida Identification Card If you do not have one of the IDs indicated above, then you must provide one of the following—dated within the past 2 months—verifying a Florida residential address and your name, along with a corresponding, valid government-issued photo ID (such as passport, driver’s license, state identification card): •Monthly mortgage statement •Renter’s lease agreement •Current automobile registration, insurance policy or bill •Current homeowner’s insurance policy or bill •Current utility bill (power/phone/cable/water) •Mail from a financial institution, including checking, savings or investment account statements •Mail from a federal, state, county or city government agency Note: property deeds and P.O. boxes are not considered acceptable proofs of residency. Children’s rates are also available to Guests ages 3 through 12 that are traveling with 2 adults in the same stateroom.

Canadian Resident Rates

• Wednesday July 24, 2024  (11A @ $351.75)
• Monday June 10, 2024  (11A @ $338.25)
• Monday June 17, 2024  (11A @ $354.75)
• Sunday August 4, 2024  (11B @ $258.75)

4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, Florida • Nassau, Bahamas • Lookout Cay • At Sea

• Thursday July 25, 2024  (11B @ $261.00)
• Sunday June 9, 2024  (11B @ $243.75)
• Saturday July 20, 2024  (11B @ $237.75)

Special Rates for  Canadian Residents  with savings on prevailing rates as quoted on Disneycruise.com for non-concierge Verandah, Oceanview, and Inside Staterooms on select cruises. Pricing varies, the lowest priced category per person per night listed below. New sailings added this week are in bold.  Proof of residency is required an you must mention the special offer code  CAN  when booking.  NOTE: Offers may be applied to existing bookings if requested when calling in. This offer cannot be combined with any other special offer or discounts, or onboard credits.

The Canadian Resident rate excludes suites and categories with restrictions (VGT, OGT, and IGT). Proof of Canada residency will be required at time of check-in. Taxes, Fees and Port Expenses are not included. If booking through Disney Cruise Line’s Contact Center, you must mention code CAN . Offers may be applied to existing bookings if requested by caller. This offer cannot be combined with any other special offer or discounts, or onboard credits. Offer valid for new and existing reservations.

Please note, the offers listed are not to be taken as official quotes. Prices and availability can change at any time without notice. More importantly, the deals listed above are a snapshot in time based on DCL’s online cruise search tool.

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Russian River Cruises

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Ms pyotr velikiy, ms mustai karim, scenic tsar, viking akun, viking ingvar, ms general lavrinenkov, ms lunnaya sonata, viking truvor, ms yuri andropov, ms zosima shashkov, ms crucelake-lebedinoe ozero, ms leonid sobolev, ms mikhail sholokhov, review of russian river cruises.

CruiseMapper's "Russian River Cruises" hub provides detailed information on ships, itineraries, tours and prices on cruises along rivers and lakes in Russia. Here you'll also find concise info on the largest Russian cruise companies, including Vodohod , Mosturflot , Infoflot , Doninturflot-Orthodox , Imperial River Cruises Russia .

In the "Fleet" section you will find an extensive list or Russian cruise ships. By following each ship link you will find the ship's review, deck plans, scheduled itineraries and cruise pricing information. Live ship tracking is also provided on a digital map. It shows the vessel's current location, cruising speed and course.

In the "Itinerary" section you will find maps and day-by-day scheduled activities planned by Europe's largest cruise companies, also operating in Russia via chartered riverboats.

Volga River Cruises in Russia

Volga river cruising in Russia places you in another time. The longest and largest river in Europe stretches from Ivan the Terrible to Catherine the Great. Today, live along the central artery of Russia looks like it always has - the villages, the churches, the people, just like an old painting you have seen in a gallery.

The Volga flows through central Russia into the Caspian Sea and is often called the national river of Russia. 11 of the 20 largest cities of the country, including the capital Moscow, are in Volga's watershed. Some of the world's largest reservoirs can be found along the river, which has a symbolic meaning in Russian culture, referred to as Mother Volga (Volga Matushka) in Russian folklore and literature.

Explore the land of the Tsars while sailing down the historic Volga river, typically between Moscow and St Petersburg , the traditional homeports (of embarkation and debarkation). Tour landmarks are the Red Square and Kremlin in Moscow, the Hermitage and Catherine Palace in St Petersburg.

Once unthinkable as a cruise vacation destination, Russia is today more accessible than ever, with stops along its largest European lakes and rivers. For river travel lovers accustomed to European itineraries, the Russian experience will be quite different. Russia has a special feel of uniquely designed riverboats. Built to handle larger lakes (Lake Ladoga for example, is the largest European freshwater body of water), these vessels usually feature larger size and capacity (up to six decks), deeper draft, and most of them are refurbished instead of being newbuild.

The itineraries offered are activity-intensive in Moscow and St Petersburg, with long periods of cruising and less ashore time in the middle. Smaller "Golden Ring" cities (so named due to their historic significance) are full of icon-riddled monasteries and Orthodox churches. Most cruise lines hire local experts and fill the days of sailing along the river with lectures on country's history, cooking demonstrations and language lessons.

Most of the tours offered by the companies sailing along Volga River are identical, so customers choosing between the different itineraries should look at how the river ships spend the time within Moscow and St. Petersburg. Some lines have their guests stay onboard, which can be as far as 1 hour out of both cities. Others put their clients up at hotels near the center of the city, with several meals at customer's expense.

Compared with other river routes, Russia features a short season, between early May and late October, with high season in June (known as White Nights because of the endless daylight), July and August. Even if the weather is chilly, there are some advantages to sailing early or late: you'll beat the crowds which can make a visit to the Hermitage a bear. Most Russian museums lack air-conditioning, and while the climate is generally temperate, in the summer Moscow often experiences high humidity heat waves.

Remember to think about your Russian visa at least 2 months before your voyage, to have enough time to fill out the paperwork, including a lengthy online application. And don't forget that the Russian language uses the Cyrillic alphabet. Even in the cities, you'll rarely find signs in English, so learning some letters and a few phrases will help you get around.

Doninturflot-Orthodox Cruise Company

Orthodox Cruise Company operates a fleet of USSR-design large river ships and serves mainly foreign tourists. The parent company Doninturflot (established in 1992) is the shipowner and manages the fleet.

• Doninturflot started operations with the ships MS Maxim Litvinov, MS Mikhail Sholokhov and MS Sergei Dyagilev.
• Since 2002, Docturflot charters Akademik Glushkov (currently MS Igor Stravinsky) owned by OOO Rosflotinvest.
• In 2004 was acquired MS Anton Chekhov from Yenisei River Shipping Company (Russia).
• In 2006 were acquired MS Peter Tchaikovsky and MS Ivan Bunin from the Moscow-based cruise shipping company "Passenger Port".
• In 2008 was bought MS General Lavrinenkov from "Ukrrechflot" (Ukraine).
• In 2011 was bought MS Marshal Koshevoy (from Ukrrichflot, Ukraine) but in April 2013 the ship was sold to Viking Cruises (now operates as Viking Akun ).
• In 2016, was purchased MS Tikhi Don from the UK-based Grand Circle Travel company. In 2017, the ship started operations for Orthodox Cruise Company serving international tourists.

Imperial River Cruises Russia

"Imperial River Cruises Russia" was founded in 1992 and operates on inland waterways in both Russia and Ukraine. Company's chartered ships navigate on the rivers Volga, Don, Neva, Svir, Dnieper (also on the Danube) and the Russian lakes Onega and Ladoga.

The most operated itineraries are between Moscow and St Petersburg (visiting Uglich, Kostrom, Yaroslavl, Goritzy). Specially designed itineraries visit Vladimir, Suzdal, Zagorsk, Solovki Island. Also offered are itineraries Moscow-Volgograd and Moscow-Rostov, roundtrips from Kiev, and even grand voyages connecting two seas - Baltic and Black. Also offered are themed cruises - especially on food and music, with live performances by grand orchestras and choirs.

Imperial River Cruises Russia has an exclusive partnership with "Orthodox Cruise Company" - one of Russia's largest tour operators. As their names suggest, both companies target mainly foreign tourists - booking in the USA, Canada, UK, Australia. Ships' capacity varies between 180-250 passengers. English (or German) speaking licensed tour guides are provided on all excursions. The daily onboard entertainment program offers live musical performances, folk shows, enrichment lectures.

Russian river cruise deals

• Departure port (dock/berth), check-in, boarding and landing times are indicated on the company's website and on passenger boarding passes. Ship's exact departure time is clarified on the website the day prior departure.
• Kids discount ticket prices are offered for children up to 14 years of age (14-yo including), the age being fixed on departure day.
• Kids from 2 to 5 years of age (5-yo including) travel free of charge, but without providing an additional bed (if there are no free beds in the cabin). Shore excursions are also free of charge.
• Toddlers (kids under 2) travel free of charge, but the bed, food, and tour services are not provided. Extra beds in staterooms (baby cribs, cots) are not available on the ship.
• TWIN (double cabin) single supplement rate is 75%.
• Ticket prices are inclusive of 3 meals a day. Onboard dining includes Breakfast (buffet style, drinks - cocoa, milk, juices, hot-cold dishes), Lunch (buffet style) and Dinner (waiter-served, 1 Starter, 1 Main course (choice of 3 / meat-fish-vegetarian), 1 Dessert (choice of 2 or fruits). Water in pitchers is always provided. Tea/coffee is served.
• On embarkation day and disembarkation day (at the end of the voyage) meal times depend on landing times. If a land tour coincides with a meal time (lunch), passengers are provided with complimentary food at a local restaurant (cafe) or given "dry rations".
• Ticket price inclusive onboard events are Welcome Aboard ("bread and salt" ceremony), Welcome Cocktail (complimentary 1 glass of champagne or juice per person), "Tea Ceremony" (with traditional pies), "Vodka Show" (blini and vodka tasting), Cocktail Party (once per cruise, complimentary 1 cocktail per person), Captain's Dinner (gourmet menu, once per cruise), mulled wine or ice tea (weather-depending / upon returning from excursions), complimentary Coffee Station (coffee, hot water, packed tea, milk, cocoa, cookies), 1 bottled water (0.33l pp per day in cabins). Tickets are also inclusive of foreign language speaking guide services, onboard entertainment (language class, singing lessons, live music, nightly dancing music, Wheelhouse tour).
• Complimentary excursions are detailed in the ship's cruise itinerary program. Optional tours are available for onboard booking. For excursion services, foreigner passengers may be charged with additional fee pp per day (varies by cruise tour length).
• Cruise tickets don't include land transfers (excepting foreign travel agency bookings), beverages and snacks (in onboard bars-lounges), phone calls, sauna visits, optional excursions, travel insurance, gratuities, personal spendings. Ticket prices include 18% VAT.
• Smoking on the ship is allowed only in designated areas (marked with "Place for smoking" signs). Smoking is prohibited in all interior spaces and on open decks (except at designated areas).
• On most ships are available health gymnastics and morning exercises (led by a certified physician/ship's doctor), oxygen cocktail, dietary food.
• On most ships are provided (free of charge) the following medical services - emergency medical care (assistance required for sudden acute illnesses, conditions, exacerbation of chronic diseases), measurement of blood pressure and body temperature, primary treatment of wounds.
• Boarding starts 2 hours prior to departure. All passengers must be boarded at least an hour prior to departure. Late passengers missing their cruise tour are not refunded.
• Russia's main river cruise departure ports are Moscow , St Petersburg , Astrakhan , Nizhny Novgorod , Perm , Samara , Kazan , Volgograd , Rostov-on-Don , Saratov .

Russian cruise ships

Currently, in Russia is operated a huge fleet of over 200 river cruise ships. All these vessels were built during the USSR (Soviet Union) times, roughly in the period between 1950-1990. Depending on class and series, these boats differ in terms of size, equipment (different engine designs), passenger capacity, onboard facilities and venues, cabins (types and number). Amenities additionally differ by shipowner (cruise company).

All these old-design Russian ships were completely refurbished and rebuilt for their new shipowners, Some of these ships are operated (via partnerships or under charter) also by foreign companies (like Viking, CroisiEurope, Uniworld, AMAwaterways, Grand Circle, Nicko). During their multi-million-dollar drydock refits, vessels passenger capacities were considerably reduced to improve travel comfort and safety.

Most boats are of the following classes:

• "Rossiya" (Project 785, 36 vessels built 1952-1958)
• "Baykal" (Project 646, 15 units built 1953-1956)
• "Rodina" (Project 588, 49 vessels built 1954-1961)
• "Oktyabrskaya Revolyutsiya" (Project 26-37, 14 units built 1957-1962)
• "Dunay" (Project 305, 47 vessels built between 1959-1964)
• "Kuybyshev" (Project OL400, 9 units built 1975-1983)
• "Vladimir Ilyich" (Project 301, 22 vessels built between 1975-1983)
• "Dmitri Furmanov" (Project 302, 27 vessels built between 1983-1991)

Regardless of their age, all these motor ships undergo regular drydock refurbishments , machinery and safety checks, scheduled repairs (including annual surveys). Drydocks are every 5 years and include repairs, hull inspection, propulsion-steering inspection, general maintenance works.

Each ship is equipped with life-saving appliances (lifeboats and rafts) in amounts exceeding the boat's max passenger and crew capacity. Each cabin is equipped with lifejackets with illustrated instructions in several languages. All ships are equipped with modern fire-fighting systems. Crew and staff are experienced and highly professional certified employees.

Itinerary of Russian River Cruises

CruiseMapper's "Russian River Cruises" itinerary section provides information on itineraries and ports of call offered by the largest Russian and European river cruise companies - Vodohod, Viking, Uniworld, Scenic, CroisiEurope. Each foreign company has a partnership with a local company and operates as a joint venture one or more Russian ships.

For detailed itinerary information (routes) visit our pages of the following departure ports - Saratov , Volgograd , Samara , Perm , Nizhny Novgorod , Cheboksary , Rostov-on-Don ,  Kazan , Astrakhan , Moscow , St Petersburg .

Volga River cruise ports highlights

• St Petersburg (Russia's second-largest city - after Moscow) was built by Tzar Peter the Great in 1703. It is located in the Neva River delta (Gulf of Finland's east coast). Saint Petersburg includes the territories of more than 130 islands interconnected by over 300 bridges. The city has a huge number of cultural and historical sights, architectural landmarks, museums, magnificent palaces (Russian Tsars' former residences), grand parks, wide avenues, bridges, numerous monuments. Among its most famous tourist attractions are the Hermitage museum (housing over 2 million pieces of art). Two days is never enough to see everything in this remarkable city. However, passengers will usually visit the Hermitage, admire the city's 19th-century architecture during a canal cruise tour, take in a cultural performance, visit one of the Versailles-style palaces in St. Petersburg's countryside (Pushkin or Peterhof).
• Moscow (Russian Federation's capital and largest city) was founded in 1147 by Prince Yuri Dolgoruky. The city was destroyed several times - by the Mongolians, Napoleon, the Nazis. The heart of the city lies in the Red Square, which contains Lenin's Tomb, St Basil's Cathedral, and GUM Department Store. Kremlin's red walls also border the square. Inside the fort are the Armoury (containing the Faberge eggs) and 9 onion-domed churches. Art-fans can seek out Pushkin Gallery or see a show at Bolshoi Theatre.
• Yaroslavl is one of the Golden Ring cities of Russia, and the largest city to visit during the middle of your Volga cruise. The town is famous for its gorgeous churches. It also offers several pedestrian-only streets full of shops and cafes, as well as a lovely embankment used as a park.
• Uglich has a provincial setting. It was found in the 10th century and was a scene of some of medieval Russian history's most remarkable events. Here were exiled the Ivan Terrible’s 7th wife and her son Tsarevich Dmitry. Soon after, Tsarevich was mysteriously murdered here. Soon after, a dedicated to this event church ("Church of St. Demetrius on the Blood") was erected. Within the Uglich Kremlin walls is the town's oldest building - "Prince’s Palace". Other attractions are St. John’s Church and the Transfiguration Cathedral.
• Astrakhan was founded at the end of the 13th century and is located on the Volga's left bank. Port’s activities extend 100 km downstream and over 300 km upstream along the river. The city is a major trading center and its main business is freight shipping (coal, timber, salt, food, industrial products). Astrakhan is not linked to the railroad network. Cargoes are transferred by floating cranes from river ships to seagoing vessels.
• Goritsy is a small village on River Sheksna, famous for its Resurrection Convent, At approx 4 ml (7 km) from Goritsy is Kirillov - a pilgrimage site with many historical and architectural monuments. Among those are the Kirillo-Belozerski monastery, Ferapont monastery (UNESCO site), 12 churches, 25 civil monuments.
• Kizhi Island (Lake Onega) is located approx 70 km (40 ml) to the northeast of Petrozavodsk. The island has two onion-domed churches. Also here is the 17th-century-built 22-domed church - constructed without using a single nail. Its "Church of the Transfiguration of our Savior" and "Church of the Intercession" were rebuilt several times and are preserved in their original 17th-century design.
• Mandrogi (Mandroga) is a small village on the Svir river recently created as a tourist attraction. It features small wooden log cabin houses. Its “town of masters” is a market for hand-made Russian art craft, including paintings, painted wooden dolls, embroidery, pottery. Other attractions are the elk nursery and the quail farm, horse-riding tours, food tasting (pastry), vodka tasting (museum of Russian vodka).
• Kostroma is also one of the Golden Ring cities, and once was one of Russia's 3 largest cities - after Moscow and Yaroslavl, It is located at the confluence of the rivers Volga and Kostroma. Among the attractions are the St Ipathy monastery, an open-air museum (traditional wooden architecture- izbas, mills, churches are gathered in one place).
• Kizhi is famous the whole world over. It has become the symbol of the grandeur of unique Russian culture. Visiting the Kizhi Islands gives a great chance to appreciate the enchanting medieval atmosphere and get acquainted with the customs and free spirit of men living in a spacious area with a rigorous climate
• Kazan. The largest port in the Volga basin, it transships cargoes transported by water alone or by water and rail. The port receives coal from Kuznetsk Basin for Kazan's heat and electric power plant, food and industrial products, and ships out products of city's enterprises and Siberian timber. The port includes Tsentral’nyi, Kama, and Volga cargo areas, as well as a number of landings, the biggest of which is Naberezhnye Chelny and Chistopol’. The basin of the Tsentral’nyi Cargo Area and passenger area are protected by a breakwater.
• Novgorod (Nizhniy Novgorod) is an ancient stronghold founded by Gran Prince Yuri as a frontier post, is now the 5th largest city of Russia as well as one of the main centers of river tourism in the country. In the 19th century, Nizhniy became the trade center of the whole state as it was the place of the biggest fair in the Russian Empire. A proverb of that time says: "Moscow is the heart of Russia, St. Petersburg is its head, and Nizhniy Novgorod - its pocketbook". The city was renamed "Gorky" in Soviet times, in honor of the writer Maxim Gorky, born there. Until 1990, Nizhniy Novgorod was “closed” to foreigners as USSR protected its military secrets. Nizhniy Novgorod is included in the UNESCO list of 100 cities constituting world cultural and historical value.
• Samara - during the Soviet period the city was named Kuybyshev, in honor of the Soviet party figure Valerian Kuybyshev. The shortest ways from Central and Western Europe to Kazakhstan, Siberia, and Central Asia run through Samara. The city has a rich cultural heritage: Alexey Tolstoy spent his childhood and youth there. Maxim Gorky started his literary career in the city - he worked in "Samara Newspaper". The Czech writer Yaroslav Gashek also worked in Samara, during the Civil war. Famous artists like Ilya Repin, Ivan Ayvazovsky, Vasily Surikov, lived in the city. During the Great Patriotic War, the Seventh Symphony of Dmitry Shostakovich was performed in Samara for the first time.
• Tver - the White Trinity Church (1564) is the sole ancient monument of Tver as in 1763, there was a great fire after which the city was rebuilt in Neoclassical style. There are also a lot of buildings of Catherine the Great. Tver State University is highly rated in the region. In 1931, Tver received the name Kalinin, in honor of the Soviet leader Mikhail Kalinin. The city was occupied by the German army in 1941. Only 2 months later it became the first big city in Europe liberated from the occupation.
• Ulyanovsk is located on the right bank of the Kuibyshev Reservoir. Port's activities extend 90 km downstream and 100 km upstream along the Volga. The port unloads mineral construction materials, food, and industrial products for the cities of Saransk and Uljanovsk, and ships out coal from Kuznetsk Basin, automobiles, foodstuffs. Its passenger area was rebuilt in 1969 and includes a large number of landings, the biggest being Melekess and Sengilei. The basin of the port of Ulyanovsk is protected by a breakwater.
• Saratov (founded in 1590) is the capital city of a huge province that as size equals the territories of Albania, Belgium and Switzerland combined. In the late 19th century, Saratov became a center for industry and trade, Among the city's attractions, are Moskovskaya street (Europe's longest straight street), one of Europe's longest bridges (2,8 km long), children’s theater, puppet theater, Russia’s oldest circus, musical conservatory, beaches, Art Galleries, Lipki Park, two large casinos.
• Volgograd (currently Stalingrad) was founded in 1589. This is a major port and shipping hub linking Donets Basin with the Urals and Upper Volga Region. It ships grain, coal, food, and industrial products upstream and receives mineral construction materials and timber. The port’s districts are situated within the cities of Volzhsk and Volgograd (Tsentral’nyi). Kamyshin is the biggest landing belonging to the port. Among Volgograd's attractions is the Mamayev Hill with numerous sculptures devoted to the WW2 victims and topped with the world’s largest freestanding statue “Mother Russia” (height 52 m / 171 ft). Adjacent is the "Museum of the Defense" (war artifacts, weapons, uniforms).

All ships listed here operate on Russian waterways. To this long list should be additionally added the following boats, which are currently listed in the fleets of their own companies:

• Scenic Tsar (company Scenic Cruises )
• River Victoria (company Uniworld )
• Viking Rurik , Viking Akun , Viking Helgi , Viking Ingvar , Viking Truvor (company Viking Cruises )

Viking River Cruises in Russia - Itinerary "Waterways of the Tsars"

Viking's itinerary is named "Waterways of the Tsars" (13-day cruise) inclusive of:

• all transfers and port charges
• Riverview stateroom
• 10 guided tours (audio headsets provided)
• all onboard meals (including 12 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 12 dinners, Welcome Cocktail Reception, Gala Dinner)
• complimentary beverages (wine, beer, and soft drinks with all dinners and lunches)
• complimentary Wi-Fi
• visiting four UNESCO World Heritage Sites
• enrichment events (onshore live music and dance performances), onboard Russian language lessons, history-themed lectures, Russian cooking workshop, Russian tea time).
• Viking's Russian cruise fares are between USD 5,100 - 5,600 PP. Prices are inclusive of international airfare from 30 USA airports.
• Airport transfers (meet & greet) are included only when flights are purchased through Viking Cruises.

Optional (additionally priced) extensions are:

• (pre-cruise) 2-night Moscow hotel package (Radisson Royal Hotel or similar), with included 2 breakfasts, Moscow Subway guided tour, Viking host services.
• (post-cruise) 3-night Helsinki hotel package (Radisson Blu Plaza or similar), with included 3 breakfasts, guided walking tour, Viking host services, train travel (St Petersburg to Helsinki), all hotel and ship transfers.

Itineraries are two: northbound (Moscow to St Petersburg) or the reverse southbound (St Petersburg to Moscow).

• (Day 1) Moscow arrival, airport to ship transfer, onboard dinner
• (Day 2) half-day Moscow tour (Bolshoi Theater, Red Square, St Basil’s Cathedral, GUM Department Store, Moscow Metro)
• (Day 3) free time full-day Moscow touring, or an optional morning tour to Tretyakov Gallery Russian fine art museum). Other optional tours are in the afternoon (Cosmonaut Museum, Jewish Moscow) and in the evening (Moscow by Night).
• (Day 4) Moscow tour to Kremlin (Tsar’s Canon, Tsar’s Bell, 2 cathedrals), scenic Moscow Canal cruise (after lunch) as the ships departs the city.
• (Day 5) Uglich arrival (after lunch), disembarkation for a guided walking tour (Kremlin of Uglich, Church of St Dmitry on the Blood, tea at a local family home), before dinner departure
• (Day 6) Yaroslavl arrival in the morning, guided tour (covered food market, handcrafted souvenirs shopping), free time, ship lunch, departure.
• (Day 7) Kuzino morning arrival, tour to Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery (guided walk- wooden chapels, Assumption Cathedral, museum), children’s school, ship lunch, afternoon departure.
• (Day 8) Kizhi Island (Lake Onega cruising) afternoon arrival, walking tour (Open Air Museum of Architecture- wooden houses, windmills, churches, Preobranzhenskaya Church), evening departure.
• (Day 9) Mandrogy (Svir River cruising) afternoon arrival (Vodka Museum, handmade Russian craft shopping, optional banya / Russian bathhouse visit, optional tour (matryoshka doll making workshop), Lake Ladoga cruising to Neva River.
• (Day 10) — St Petersburg (Neva River cruising), early morning arrival, onboard breakfast, guided tour (Winter Palace, Hermitage Museum), onboard dinner and evening live Russian ballet performance.
• (Day 11) St Petersburg tour to Pushkin district (Catherine Palace), ship lunch, city tour (St Isaac’s Cathedral, Peter and Paul Fortress, Nevsky Prospekt), optional evening folklore performance.
• (Day 12) free time St Petersburg touring (optional morning tour to Peterhof Palace, optional afternoon kommunalka tour, optional St Petersburg canal cruise from), onboard lunch and dinner.
• (Day 13) St Petersburg - onboard breakfast, ship disembarkation, ship to airport transfer for the return flight.

Uniworld Cruises in Russia - itinerary "Imperial Waterways of Russia"

The 13-day long itinerary is named "Imperial Waterways of Russia" and operated by the ship River Victoria. Uniworld's Russian cruise fares range between USD 5,200 and 9,900 PP (depending on cabin category.

• Day 1 – Moscow (Sheremetyevo Airport arrival, ship transfer, embarkation)
• Day 2 – Moscow (city tour, metro tour, Arbat Street) - Bolshoi Theatre, Red Square, St Basil’s Cathedral, Russian lunch included, onboard Captain’s Welcome Reception, Gala Dinner
• Day 3 – Moscow (Kremlin, Armory Museum)
• Day 4 – Moscow (leisure day)
• Day 5 – Moscow Canal and Volga River cruising to Uglich (walking tour)
• Day 6 – Yaroslavl (Lake Rybinsk cruising) - city tour
• Day 7 – Goritsy (Lake Onega cruising) - monasteries, St Cyril of the White Lake Monastery, Children’s Arts and Crafts,
• Day 8 – Kizhi Island (Lake Onega cruising) - Open-air Museum of Wooden Architecture
• Day 9 – Svir River cruising to Mandrogi, Lake Ladoga cruising - Mandrogi walk tour (picnic lunch)
• Day 10 – St Petersburg (city tour, canal cruise, Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, ballet performance at Alexandrinsky Theatre)
• Day 11 – St Petersburg (Catherine Palace, Pushkin Park)
• Day 12 – St Petersburg (Winter Palace - Hermitage Museum, Captain’s Farewell Reception, Gala Dinner)
• Day 13 – St Petersburg (disembarkation, transfer and return flight).

Scenic River Cruises in Russia - itinerary "The Imperial Wonders Of Russia"

The itinerary is operated by Scenic Tzar and named "Imperial Jewels of Russia". Its duration is 15-day, along Volga and Svir rivers. Scenic Cruises deals are inclusive of:

• Scenic Enrich - handcrafted, Scenic passengers exclusive tour experiences (private shows, family meals prepared by local hosts)
• Scenic Sundowners - exclusive cocktail events
• all onboard meals (including complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks with lunches and dinners)
• onboard doctor
• onboard entertainment
• in-cabin room service
• Wi-Fi internet (Mac mini infotainment system via the cabin's TV)
• all gratuities
• Scenic's Russian cruise fares are USD 11,500 PP.

Day-by-day itinerary info: Day 1 (Moscow), Day 2 (Moscow, Sundowners canal cruise), Day 3 (Moscow - Kremlin), Day 4 (Moscow - Cosmonaut meeting), Day 5 (Moscow - Tretyakov Gallery), Day 6 (Uglich), Day 7 (Yaroslavl - city tour), Day 8 (Goritsy - Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery), Day 9 (Kizhi Island - Church of Transfiguration), Day 10 (Mandrogi - Museum village), Day 11 (St Petersburg - Hermitage), Day 12 (St Petersburg - Peterhof Palace), Day 13 (St Petersburg - Private Ballet performance), Day 14 (St Petersburg - canal cruise), Day 15 (return flight).

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• Explore the majestic St Petersburg & Moscow on private city tours
• Admire the rich Russian history, art and architecture
• Travel to Moscow on a highspeed train
• Enjoy the local cuisine in stylish restaurants

Lower Volga Voyage

• Visit magnificent Red Square and Kremlin and examine the collection at theKremlin’s State Armory.
• Experience Russia’s diverse musical traditions at lively folk music performances
• Explore Volgograd, the site of the decisive battle of World War II’s eastern front

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White Russian - 7 days

• Discover Moscow's UNESCO-listed Red Square, home to spectacular St Basil’s Cathedral, Lenin's Mausoleum and the historic GUM Department store
• Explore the grounds of Moscow's mighty Kremlin, with its numerous governmentbuildings, gold-domed cathedrals and the giant tsar bell
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• Take in the highlights of St Petersburg including a guided tour of the exquisite Church on Spilled Blood, Peter & Paul Fortress and Cathedral
• Take a guided tour of the remarkable Hermitage Museum at the Winter Palace

Vodka Shot - 6 days

• Explore the beautiful city of St Petersburg, including the exquisite Church on Spilled Blood, Peter & Paul Fortress and Nevsky Prospekt
• Marvel at the dazzling array of art and exhibits in the world-famous Hermitage Museum, at the Winter Palace in St Petersburg
• Discover a lavish residence of the tsars on a day trip to Catherine Palace at Tsarkoe Selo (winter: mid-October to April) or Peterhof Palace and gardens (summer: May to mid-October)
• Take in the highlights of the capital on a walking tour, visiting Moscow's famous Red Square, home to the historic GUM Department Store, Lenin’s Mausoleum and spectacular St Basil’s Cathedral
• Take a guided tour of the Moscow Kremlin, Russia’s political power house. Stroll around the grounds of this fortified complex, visit the Kremlin's cathedrals and see the mighty Tsar Bell

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• Learn about the last days of the Romanovs in Yekaterinburg, visiting the sites where Tsar Nicolas II and his family were assassinated and buried
• Straddle two continents at the famous obelisk Europe/Asia border marker in Yekaterinburg
• Experience the Trans-Siberian railway on an overnight train journey from Moscow to Yekaterinburg

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• Visit Catherine Palace at Tsarkoe Selo on Christmas Day and marvel at the incredible Amber Room
• Spend a night in Novgorod, an ancient city by the Volkhov River - explore the kremlin, cathedral and other sights and enjoy a traditional Russian banya (sauna)

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Cruising the Moskva River: A short guide to boat trips in Russia’s capital

There’s hardly a better way to absorb Moscow’s atmosphere than on a ship sailing up and down the Moskva River. While complicated ticketing, loud music and chilling winds might dampen the anticipated fun, this checklist will help you to enjoy the scenic views and not fall into common tourist traps.

How to find the right boat?

There are plenty of boats and selecting the right one might be challenging. The size of the boat should be your main criteria.

Plenty of small boats cruise the Moskva River, and the most vivid one is this yellow Lay’s-branded boat. Everyone who has ever visited Moscow probably has seen it.

This option might leave a passenger disembarking partially deaf as the merciless Russian pop music blasts onboard. A free spirit, however, will find partying on such a vessel to be an unforgettable and authentic experience that’s almost a metaphor for life in modern Russia: too loud, and sometimes too welcoming. Tickets start at $13 (800 rubles) per person.

Bigger boats offer smoother sailing and tend to attract foreign visitors because of their distinct Soviet aura. Indeed, many of the older vessels must have seen better days. They are still afloat, however, and getting aboard is a unique ‘cultural’ experience. Sometimes the crew might offer lunch or dinner to passengers, but this option must be purchased with the ticket. Here is one such  option  offering dinner for $24 (1,490 rubles).

If you want to travel in style, consider Flotilla Radisson. These large, modern vessels are quite posh, with a cozy restaurant and an attentive crew at your service. Even though the selection of wines and food is modest, these vessels are still much better than other boats.

Surprisingly, the luxurious boats are priced rather modestly, and a single ticket goes for $17-$32 (1,100-2,000 rubles); also expect a reasonable restaurant bill on top.

How to buy tickets?

Women holding photos of ships promise huge discounts to “the young and beautiful,” and give personal invitations for river tours. They sound and look nice, but there’s a small catch: their ticket prices are usually more than those purchased online.

“We bought tickets from street hawkers for 900 rubles each, only to later discover that the other passengers bought their tickets twice as cheap!”  wrote  (in Russian) a disappointed Rostislav on a travel company website.

Nevertheless, buying from street hawkers has one considerable advantage: they personally escort you to the vessel so that you don’t waste time looking for the boat on your own.

Prices start at $13 (800 rubles) for one ride, and for an additional $6.5 (400 rubles) you can purchase an unlimited number of tours on the same boat on any given day.

Flotilla Radisson has official ticket offices at Gorky Park and Hotel Ukraine, but they’re often sold out.

Buying online is an option that might save some cash. Websites such as  this   offer considerable discounts for tickets sold online. On a busy Friday night an online purchase might be the only chance to get a ticket on a Flotilla Radisson boat.

This  website  (in Russian) offers multiple options for short river cruises in and around the city center, including offbeat options such as ‘disco cruises’ and ‘children cruises.’ This other  website  sells tickets online, but doesn’t have an English version. The interface is intuitive, however.

Buying tickets online has its bad points, however. The most common is confusing which pier you should go to and missing your river tour.

“I once bought tickets online to save with the discount that the website offered,” said Igor Shvarkin from Moscow. “The pier was initially marked as ‘Park Kultury,’ but when I arrived it wasn’t easy to find my boat because there were too many there. My guests had to walk a considerable distance before I finally found the vessel that accepted my tickets purchased online,” said the man.

There are two main boarding piers in the city center:  Hotel Ukraine  and  Park Kultury . Always take note of your particular berth when buying tickets online.

Where to sit onboard?

Even on a warm day, the headwind might be chilly for passengers on deck. Make sure you have warm clothes, or that the crew has blankets ready upon request.

The glass-encased hold makes the tour much more comfortable, but not at the expense of having an enjoyable experience.

Getting off the boat requires preparation as well. Ideally, you should be able to disembark on any pier along the way. In reality, passengers never know where the boat’s captain will make the next stop. Street hawkers often tell passengers in advance where they’ll be able to disembark. If you buy tickets online then you’ll have to research it yourself.

There’s a chance that the captain won’t make any stops at all and will take you back to where the tour began, which is the case with Flotilla Radisson. The safest option is to automatically expect that you’ll return to the pier where you started.

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Cruise Holiday Deals in 2024, 2025 & 2026

Southampton Cruise Centre is the UK’s premier no-flying cruise holiday website for cruises from Southampton. We also feature over 15,000 fly cruises to destinations all over the world! Part of the award winning Travel Village Group , established in 1959, we offer the widest choice of 4, 5 and 6 star cruise holidays in  2024 , 2025 & 2026 .

Our team of UK based cruise specialists are here from 9am to 8pm Monday to Saturday, and 10am to 6pm on Sundays! We can help plan your next family cruise, solo cruise or world cruise! Browse thousands of adult only options, luxury cruises, mini cruises and more! Whether it’s cruises from Southampton you’re looking for; or a fly cruise to Asia, combined with an escorted tour and hotel, we’ve got all you’ll need. We have relationships with all major cruise lines including P&O Cruises , Princess Cruises , Cunard , MSC Cruises , Royal Caribbean & Celebrity Cruises and many more!

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Cruise Holidays

Cruises from Southampton are the perfect holiday if you don’t want to fly. With no luggage limits and modern cruise terminals, it is easy to see why cruising roundtrip from Southampton is so popular.

Each month of the year offers different destinations including cruises to the Mediterranean , Baltic , Caribbean , Norwegian Fjords , and Canada & North America . If you’re looking to go further afield to the likes of the Far East, Australia, or South America then one of our World Cruises (or just a sector of it) could be just what you’re after. We are experts in late cruise deals, luxury cruises and family cruises.

Call us to find out why Southampton Cruise Centre is fast becoming the UK Cruiser’s first port of call.

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Mediterranean Adventurer

Itinerary: Southampton, At Sea, At Sea, At Sea, Valencia, Barcelona, La Seyne-sur-Mer

Norwegian Fjords & Shetl...

Itinerary: Southampton, At Sea, Lerwick, Shetland Islands, Nordfjordeid, Flåm, Haugesund, At Sea

7-night Western Caribbean &#...

Itinerary: Port Canaveral, Cozumel, Mexico, George Town, Grand Cayman, Falmouth, Jamaica, Disney Castaway Cay, At Sea, At Sea

Exclusive Fares!! Spanish Fl...

Itinerary: Southampton, At Sea, Vigo, Lisbon, Cádiz, At Sea, La Coruña

Western Europe

Itinerary: Southampton, Rotterdam, Rotterdam, At Sea, Hamburg, At Sea, Zeebrugge

9 Night Italian Riviera ...

Itinerary: Civitavecchia, Naples, At Sea, La Spezia, La Spezia, Santa Margherita Ligure, Cannes

Iceland And British Isles

Itinerary: Southampton, At Sea, Invergordon, Kirkwall, Orkney Islands, At Sea, At Sea, Reykjavík

France & Spain

Itinerary: Southampton, At Sea, La Rochelle, Bilbao, La Coruña, At Sea, Cherbourg

12-Day British Isles

Itinerary: Southampton, At Sea, Cobh, Dun Laoghaire, Holyhead, Greenock, At Sea

Spain And France

Itinerary: Southampton, At Sea, Gijón, La Coruña, Santander, At Sea, Cherbourg

Best of Scandinavia

Itinerary: Southampton, At Sea, Skagen, At Sea, Stockholm, Visby, At Sea

7-Day Norwegian Fjords

Itinerary: Southampton, At Sea, Haugesund, Skjolden, Olden, Stavanger, At Sea

Spanish Flair

Spain and italy, 14 nights.

Itinerary: Southampton, At Sea, At Sea, Cádiz, At Sea, Alicante, At Sea

Cruises from Southampton by Month

If you’re looking to cruise from Southampton in 2024, 2025 or 2026 then you’ve come to the right place! Scroll/click the calendar below for a list of cruises that month, or speak to a member of our dedicated Southampton Cruise team on 02380 201 392 .

Latest News Blog

Read the latest news articles from Southampton Cruise Centre

Cracking the Code: Understanding Cruise Ship Emergency Codes

Have you ever been on a cruise ship and heard code words you didn’t know? Or maybe you’re just curious… Read More Here

Princess Cruises Introduces Exclusive Sanctuary Collection on Sun Princess and Star Princess

Princess Cruises Introduces Exclusive Sanctuary Collection Aboard Sun Princess and Star Princess, Redefining Relaxation and Luxury. Experience the epitome of… Read More Here

Cunard Announce Queen Anne Naming Ceremony

Celebrations The anticipation is palpable and the excitement electric as Cunard announce the naming ceremony of it’s newest ship, Queen… Read More Here

MSC Cruises Introduce the Cliffhanger on MSC World America

MSC Cruises have just dropped an exhilarating bombshell for thrill-seekers and cruise enthusiasts alike, the Cliffhanger Cliffhanger Enter Cliffhanger, a… Read More Here

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