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Are there any cruises around Britain?

Are there any cruises around Britain?

Popular British cruise line P&O Cruises is on hand with their itineraries around the UK from Southampton, while Princess Cruises also offer the big ship experience. Meanwhile, those looking for a cruise onboard more intimate ships can enjoy taking to the seas with the likes of Tradewind Voyages and Fred.

Do you need a passport to cruise around the UK?

Absolutely. It is a condition of carriage that all guests embarking on a cruise holiday, even those visiting the British Isles, must hold a full and valid passport that conforms to the entry requirements of each destination visited.

How long does it take to cruise around the UK?

On reading about the experience of others that have done similar circumnavigations, I gather that it typically takes about 60 sailing days out of about 100 days on board to get round. The other days being held up for bad weather or tides, or repairs. We will probably spend extra time sightseeing.

Do you need your passport for a cruise?

Do I need a passport? We recommend that everyone taking a cruise from the United States have a passport book. Though some “closed-loop” cruises may not require a U.S. passport, we recommend bringing yours in case of an emergency, such as an unexpected medical air evacuation or the ship docking at an alternate port.

How long does it take to get a passport UK?

Processing times in the UK Allow up to 10 weeks to receive your passport.

Is it hard to sail around the UK?

What you really need to know to undertake a cruise around the British Isles can actually be summed up in seven words: arrange three months’ holiday and set sail. This expedition is not particularly difficult, provided the boat is seaworthy and the skipper reasonably competent.

Where does the British Isles cruise take you?

With Princess®, feel like royalty amidst noble landscapes. Your British Isles cruise will take you to England, Ireland, Northern Ireland, France, Scotland and fabled lands beyond.

When does the Cunard British Isles cruise leave Southampton?

Encounter coastal wildlife, rugged cliffsides and medieval castles on a British Isles cruise, departing Southampton in 2021 and 2022. 12 nights British Isles, 24 May 2022. Revel in the beauty of Britain’s magnificent coast on this circumnavigation of Great Britain.

Where to go on a cruise in the UK?

Discover iconic sites like the White Cliffs of Dover and the age-old wonders of Stonehenge. Follow in the footsteps of the Beatles in Liverpool. Journey to Corfe Castle, one of the country’s most picturesque ruins, and spot dolphins along the coast of Cork on a rigid inflatable boat.

When is the British Isles cruise in 2022?

12 nights British Isles, 24 May 2022. Revel in the beauty of Britain’s magnificent coast on this circumnavigation of Great Britain. Calling at a host of inspiring destinations, you’ll also visit the Emerald Isle and Guernsey.