British Isles expedition cruises: FAQ
How much does British Isles cost?
Sailings to British Isles in our inventory embark from Southampton, Copenhagen, Glasgow and Lisbon. Voyages to British Isles in our inventory start from $3000. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.
How long is a voyage to British Isles?
Itineraries to British Isles start from 6 nights.
When do voyages to British Isles depart?
Departures currently on sale in our inventory fall in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December.
Which cruise lines sail to British Isles?
Operators in our inventory offering departures to British Isles include Seabourn, Explora Journeys, Ponant, Silversea, Scenic and Atlas Ocean Voyages, among others.
How many departures to British Isles are on sale, and when do they leave?
308 scheduled departures to British Isles are currently on sale, with sailing dates in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December.
How long are itineraries to British Isles?
Itineraries to British Isles in our inventory range from 6 to 119 nights.
What is the most common itinerary length for British Isles, and when is departure activity highest?
The most common itinerary length to British Isles in our inventory is 7 nights, and May has the highest number of scheduled departures.
Which ships operate in British Isles?
Ships sailing British Isles in our inventory include Seabourn Quest (Seabourn, 458 guests), Silver Spirit (Silversea, 608 guests), Seabourn Venture (Seabourn, 264 guests) and Le Champlain (Ponant, 184 guests); guest capacity is the operator's published figure.
Where do voyages to British Isles embark?
Departures to British Isles in our inventory embark from Southampton, Copenhagen, Glasgow and Lisbon.
Which places feature on itineraries to British Isles?
Itineraries in our inventory commonly call at Reykjavik, Dover, Belfast, Lerwick, Bantry, Kirkwall, Farsund and Stockholm. Exact calls vary by itinerary and are subject to weather and local conditions.
Are any British Isles departures discounted right now?
Yes: 59 of the British Isles departures currently in our inventory list at least one cabin priced below its own published fare, the largest reduction being 50%. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.
What are the cancellation terms for British Isles voyages?
Terms are set by each operator, not by us. Across the lines we sell in British Isles, deposits are refundable in full until 151 to 365 days before departure; after that a per-line scale applies. Your confirmation shows the exact schedule for your booking.
How do starting prices for British Isles compare across operators?
Starting prices in our inventory differ by operator: Explora Journeys from $3000, Seabourn from $4000, Ponant from $4000, Atlas Ocean Voyages from $5000. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.
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