British Isles Cruises
The British Isles is an ideal region to explore by ship - with so many intriguing cities along the coasts, sailing from port to port is easier than train, bus, or flight, and so much more relaxing. Travelers to the British Isles are greeted by gorgeous landscapes and welcoming, laid-back residents of the area, which includes England, Wales, Ireland, Scotland and several other nearby islands.
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British Isles Cruise Highlights
There is so much to see and do in the British Isles: stroll through the idyllic, green countryside of Ireland, behold the mysterious waters of the Loch Ness Monster in Scotland, or navigate your way through the busy streets of London. History lovers will appreciate London's Victoria and Albert Museum and Dublin's Book of Kells and bog men, and music freaks will revel in the live bands dotting the pubs of Cork and Liverpool. Drink whiskey in Glasgow, cider in London or Guinness in Ireland, and don't forget to try local dishes like fish and chips, bangers and mash, and corned beef and cabbage.
Popular British Isles Cruise Ports
The British Isles is made up of big, international cities and small, quaint villages, all charming in their own way. These are a few top destinations you are likely to see on a British Isles itinerary:
- Liverpool, United Kingdom: Made famous as the hometown of The Beatles, Liverpool is a lively port city in northwest England. Also home to the Liverpool soccer club, there is plenty to do in this city - visit Albert Dock, Cavern Quarter, one of the many beautiful cathedrals, or museums like the International Slavery Museum or Walker Art Gallery.
- Dublin, Ireland: Ireland's capital is a lovely mix of old and new culture. Historic buildings like Dublin Castle and St. Patrick's Cathedral mix with the trendy shops on Grafton Street. Post up at a pub and listen to live music, wander through the massive yet cozy library of Trinity College, or taste test whiskey at the Jameson Distillery.
- Edinburgh, Scotland: A center of literature, education and science, Scotland's capital is filled with so much history and culture that both its Old and New Town sections are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the Scottish National Portrait Gallery; stroll through Leith Links, the public park that is also the birthplace of modern golf; or brave Gilmerton Cove's underground caverns.
When is the Best Time to Go to the British Isles?
While ships travel through the British Isles year round, the summer months tend to be the most popular, and May, June and September are the best months to avoid rain and extreme temperatures. If you are traveling with children, July and August are popular times to sail as those months fall in line with summer break; September is a bit calmer as most students are back in school.
What Cruise Lines Go to the British Isles?
Small and mid-sized ships frequent the British Isles; here are a few of the best to consider:
- Silversea Cruises: Sail in luxury to ports like Southampton, Londonderry, Cardiff and Glasgow on one of Silversea's 7-plus night cruises through the British Isles. Immerse yourself in destinations with shore excursions that range from a whisky picnic at The Vaults in Edinburgh to a tour of the Giant's Causeway in Belfast.
- Cunard Line: Cunard visits more than a dozen ports in the British Isles, and often pairs these locations with ports in North West Europe. Travel to Dublin, Cork, the Orkney Islands and Glasgow, and discover the distinctive cultures and histories of these neighboring cities.
- Princess Cruises: Explore the British Isles with Princess, which sails to all the major cities in the region, including Liverpool, Glasgow, Dublin and Southampton. Princess sometimes pairs these ports with ones in Iceland and Northern Europe, and offers Discovery at Sea shore excursions to must-see sights in each city.
| Month | Number of Cruises | From Price |
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| Nov 2024 | 2 cruises | $2,302 |
| Dec 2024 | 16 cruises | $542 |
| Jan 2025 | 16 cruises | $402 |
| Feb 2025 | 6 cruises | $412 |
| Mar 2025 | 18 cruises | $92 |
| Apr 2025 | 53 cruises | $253 |
| May 2025 | 98 cruises | $449 |
| Jun 2025 | 85 cruises | $445 |
| Jul 2025 | 76 cruises | $579 |
| Aug 2025 | 106 cruises | $449 |
| Sep 2025 | 46 cruises | $521 |
| Oct 2025 | 30 cruises | $229 |
| Nov 2025 | 16 cruises | $99 |
| Dec 2025 | 9 cruises | $889 |
| Jan 2026 | 8 cruises | $839 |
| Feb 2026 | 1 cruises | $1,529 |
| Mar 2026 | 9 cruises | $968 |
| Apr 2026 | 46 cruises | $69 |
| May 2026 | 95 cruises | $385 |
| Jun 2026 | 79 cruises | $349 |
| Jul 2026 | 87 cruises | $339 |
| Aug 2026 | 72 cruises | $419 |
| Sep 2026 | 38 cruises | $529 |
| Oct 2026 | 26 cruises | $419 |
| Nov 2026 | 12 cruises | $739 |
| Dec 2026 | 7 cruises | $929 |
| Jan 2027 | 8 cruises | $359 |
| Feb 2027 | 1 cruises | $1,039 |
| Mar 2027 | 3 cruises | $783 |
| Apr 2027 | 7 cruises | $349 |
| May 2027 | 2 cruises | $7,200 |
| Aug 2027 | 3 cruises | $8,489 |
| Sep 2027 | 3 cruises | $7,489 |
| 7 Night Westbound Transatlantic Crossing Cruise from Southampton | Duration | Priced from |
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7 Nights |
$769per person
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| 7 Night Eastbound Transatlantic Crossing Cruise from Brooklyn | Duration | Priced from |
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7 Nights |
$989per person
(double occupancy) |
| 16 Night Ring of Kerry Tour 3A Cruise and Land Tour from Limerick, Ireland | Duration | Priced from |
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Regal Princess 11 Sail Dates: 5/5/25; 5/17/25; 5/29/25; 6/10/25; 6/22/25; 7/4/25; 7/16/25; 7/28/25; 8/9/25; 8/31/25; See More Starting Port: Limerick, Ireland, Ireland Ports of Call: Limerick Ireland, Kilkee, Kilrush, Killimer, Ferry Travel, Tarbert, Killarney, Ring of Kerry... |
16 Nights |
$3,788per person
(double occupancy) |
| 16 Night Ring of Kerry Tour 3A Cruise and Land Tour from Limerick, Ireland | Duration | Priced from |
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Majestic Princess 10 Sail Dates: 4/24/26; 5/6/26; 5/18/26; 5/30/26; 7/5/26; 7/17/26; 7/29/26; 8/10/26; 8/22/26; 9/3/26; See More Starting Port: Limerick, Ireland, Ireland Ports of Call: Limerick Ireland, Kilkee, Kilrush, Killimer, Ferry Travel, Tarbert, Killarney, Ring of Kerry... |
16 Nights |
$3,986per person
(double occupancy) |
| 14 Night Roundtrip Transatlantic Crossing Cruise from Brooklyn | Duration | Priced from |
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14 Nights |
$1,779per person
(double occupancy) |
| 12 Night British Isles with France and Belfast Cruise from Southampton | Duration | Priced from |
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Majestic Princess 9 Sail Dates: 4/28/26; 5/10/26; 5/22/26; 6/3/26; 7/9/26; 7/21/26; 8/2/26; 8/26/26; 9/7/26; See More Starting Port: Southampton, United Kingdom Ports of Call: Southampton, Invergordon, Kirkwall, Greenock, Belfast, Dun Laoghaire, Cork (Cobh), Paris (LeHavre)... |
12 Nights |
$1,759per person
(double occupancy) |
| 7 Night Norwegian Fjords Cruise from Southampton | Duration | Priced from |
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Celebrity Apex 9 Sail Dates: 5/3/25; 5/10/25; 6/28/25; 9/6/25; 6/20/26; 6/27/26; 7/4/26; 8/15/26; 8/22/26; See More Starting Port: Southampton, United Kingdom Ports of Call: Southampton, Zeebrugge (Bruges), Nordfjordeid Norway, Geiranger, Bergen, Southampton |
7 Nights |
$1,298per person
(double occupancy) |
| 14 Night Mediterranean Adventurer Cruise from Southampton | Duration | Priced from |
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Sky Princess 8 Sail Dates: 4/12/25; 8/9/25; 8/30/25; 10/19/25; 4/11/26; 7/18/26; 8/29/26; 10/10/26; See More Starting Port: Southampton, United Kingdom Ports of Call: Southampton, Valencia, Barcelona, La Seyne-sur-Mer, Livorno, Civitavecchia (Rome), Alghero... |
14 Nights |
$1,579per person
(double occupancy) |
| 7 Night Norwegian Fjords Cruise from Southampton | Duration | Priced from |
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7 Nights |
$1,018per person
(double occupancy) |
| 12 Night British Isles Cruise from Amsterdam | Duration | Priced from |
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12 Nights |
$1,791per person
(double occupancy) |
| 10 Night British Isles England Ireland and Scotland Cruise from Southampton | Duration | Priced from |
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Norwegian Sky 6 Sail Dates: 5/28/26; 6/18/26; 7/9/26; 7/30/26; 8/20/26; 9/10/26; See More Starting Port: Southampton, United Kingdom Ports of Call: Southampton, Newhaven, Invergordon, Portree, Liverpool, Dun Laoghaire, Belfast, Cork (Cobh)... |
10 Nights |
$1,921per person
(double occupancy) |
| 12 Night British Isles (Ireland Scotland and France) Cruise from Southampton | Duration | Priced from |
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12 Nights |
$1,749per person
(double occupancy) |
| 11 Night Northern Europe Iceland Scotland and Norway Cruise from Southampton | Duration | Priced from |
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11 Nights |
$1,857per person
(double occupancy) |
| 11 Night Canaries and Portugal Cruise from Southampton | Duration | Priced from |
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11 Nights |
$1,898per person
(double occupancy) |
| 11 Night British Isles England Ireland and Scotland Cruise from Southampton | Duration | Priced from |
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11 Nights |
$2,123per person
(double occupancy) |
| 10 Night Northern Europe Iceland Scotland and Norway Cruise from Reykjavik | Duration | Priced from |
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10 Nights |
$1,936per person
(double occupancy) |
| 9 Night Spanish Flair Cruise from Southampton | Duration | Priced from |
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9 Nights |
$907per person
(double occupancy) |
| 9 Night Eastbound Transatlantic Crossing Cruise from Brooklyn | Duration | Priced from |
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9 Nights |
$1,479per person
(double occupancy) |
| 7 Night Norwegian Fjords Cruise from Southampton | Duration | Priced from |
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7 Nights |
$899per person
(double occupancy) |
| 7 Night Viking Trails and Celtic Origins Edinburgh Evening Stay Cruise from Reykjavik | Duration | Priced from |
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7 Nights |
$1,457per person
(double occupancy) |
| 2 Night Southampton to Hamburg Cruise from Southampton | Duration | Priced from |
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2 Nights |
$339per person
(double occupancy) |
| 2 Night Southampton to Hamburg Cruise from Southampton | Duration | Priced from |
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2 Nights |
$419per person
(double occupancy) |
| 12 Night Norwegian Fjords and Arctic Circle Cruise from Southampton | Duration | Priced from |
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12 Nights |
$2,398per person
(double occupancy) |
| 12 Night British Isles (Ireland France and Scotland) Cruise from Southampton | Duration | Priced from |
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12 Nights |
$1,878per person
(double occupancy) |
| 9 Night Spanish Flair Cruise from Southampton | Duration | Priced from |
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9 Nights |
$1,247per person
(double occupancy) |
