British Isles Cruises: Sailings, Embarkations & Ports of Call
166 ships from 32 cruise lines across 5 countries
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British Isles cruises at a glance
Waterways Cruise lists 1,194 upcoming sailings on 166 ships from 32 cruise lines visiting British Isles, calling at 86 places. Cruises can start in Southampton, London, Dublin, Leith, Belfast, City of London and 11 more and end in Aberdeen, Belfast, City of London, Cork, Dover, Dublin and 11 more.
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8 Days Southampton, United Kingdom Round Trip
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13 Days Southampton, United Kingdom Round Trip
Queen Anne
11 Days One-Way from Paris City to London-Tilbury
Avalon Tapestry II
Ships by type: 139 ocean 20 river 14 expedition · a ship that visits several places here is counted once; an expedition ship that also sails as an ocean ship appears under both types.
Cruises in British Isles by country
Compare British Isles cruise lines
Cunard has the most upcoming sailings among British Isles cruise lines (142). Starting fares run from $179 per person. Most sailings last 7–37 nights, and the most common length is 12 nights.
Ocean cruise lines (28)
Ultra-luxury cruise lines (5)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seabourn Cruises | 119 | $3,059 | 10–72 nights (typically 14) |
| Regent Seven Seas Cruises | 80 | $17,398 | 10–24 nights (typically 12) |
| Silversea Cruises | 51 | $4,400 | 10–25 nights (typically 12) |
| SeaDream Yacht Club | 12 | $9,719 | 7–11 nights (typically 7) |
| Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection | 5 | $9,800 | 7–12 nights (typically 9) |
Luxury cruise lines (5)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oceania Cruises | 101 | $2,295 | 10–40 nights (typically 12) |
| MSC Explora Journeys | 40 | $4,020 | 7–19 nights (typically 7) |
| Ponant Cruises | 35 | $4,240 | 7–11 nights (typically 7) |
| Scenic Cruises | 10 | $6,463 | 9–18 nights (typically 11) |
| Aurora Expeditions | 6 | $6,698 | 11–14 nights (typically 11) |
Premium cruise lines (9)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Viking Cruises | 86 | $2,299 | 9–26 nights (typically 12) |
| Azamara Cruises | 56 | $1,259 | 10–46 nights (typically 11) |
| Crystal Cruises | 28 | $4,200 | 10–28 nights (typically 10) |
| Hapag-Lloyd Cruises | 25 | $4,516 | 10–19 nights (typically 13) |
| Windstar Cruises | 19 | $2,018 | 4–20 nights (typically 3) |
| Quark Expeditions | 17 | $3,726 | 8–18 nights (typically 18) |
| Lindblad Expeditions | 14 | $6,750 | 7–11 nights (typically 7) |
| Atlas Ocean Voyages | 7 | $5,988 | 9–11 nights (typically 9) |
| Emerald Cruises | 4 | $4,795 | 7–14 nights (typically 14) |
Contemporary cruise lines (8)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cunard | 142 | $249 | 4–40 nights (typically 14) |
| Princess Cruises | 113 | $909 | 10–46 nights (typically 15) |
| Holland America | 58 | $969 | 10–29 nights (typically 14) |
| MSC Cruises | 54 | $179 | 4–20 nights (typically 7) |
| Norwegian Cruise Line | 42 | $599 | 7–14 nights (typically 10) |
| Celebrity Cruises | 15 | $644 | 7–13 nights (typically 13) |
| Royal Caribbean | 11 | $549 | 3–12 nights (typically 7) |
| Virgin Voyages | 4 | $1,668 | 6–10 nights (typically 8) |
Other cruise lines (1)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star Clippers | 3 | $1,450 | 5–9 nights (typically 5) |
River cruise lines (5)
Luxury cruise lines (1)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scenic Cruises | 27 | $5,977 | 13–34 nights (typically 17) |
Premium cruise lines (4)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon Waterways | 5 | $5,351 | 10–19 nights (typically 10) |
| Emerald Cruises | 3 | $3,831 | 10–13 nights (typically 10) |
| Riviera Travel | 1 | $7,590 | 11 nights |
| Viking River Cruises | 1 | On request | 11 nights |
Cruise embarkation and disembarkation
Cruise embarkation (17)
Aberdeen · Belfast · City of London · Cork · Dover · Dublin · Dundee · Greenock · Inverness · Islay · Kyle of Lochalsh · Leith · Liverpool · London · Portsmouth · Southampton · Troon
Cruise disembarkation (17)
Aberdeen · Belfast · City of London · Cork · Dover · Dublin · Dundee · Greenock · Inverness · Kyle of Lochalsh · Leith · Liverpool · London · Oban · Portsmouth · Southampton · Tilbury
Cruise lines sailing in British Isles (32)
Ocean cruise lines (28)
Ultra-luxury cruise lines (5)
Luxury cruise lines (5)
Premium cruise lines (9)
Contemporary cruise lines (8)
Other cruise lines (1)
River cruise lines (6)
Luxury cruise lines (1)
Premium cruise lines (5)
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Frequently asked questions about British Isles cruises
Can you start or end a cruise in British Isles?
Yes. Cruises start in Southampton, London, Dublin, Leith, Belfast, City of London, Portsmouth, Dover and 9 more. Cruises end in Aberdeen, Belfast, City of London, Cork, Dover, Dublin, Dundee, Greenock and 9 more.
How many places do cruises visit in British Isles?
86 British Isles places are visited by 166 ships from 32 cruise lines.
Which cruise lines sail to British Isles?
32 cruise lines sail to British Isles, including American Cruise Lines, Atlas Ocean Voyages, Aurora Expeditions, Avalon Waterways, Azamara Cruises, Celebrity Cruises and 26 more.
Created by the Waterways Cruise content team and reviewed and fact-checked by J. Richard, Sr. Cruise Travel Agent and Founder of Waterways Cruise.
Published October 4, 2026 · Last updated October 31, 2026
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