P&O Cruises
P&O Cruises invites you to explore the world with British style and comfort. Choose from family-friendly adventures or adult-only escapes, enjoy delicious dining, live entertainment and stunning destinations, all delivered with exceptional value and trusted expertise at sea.
Why Choose P&O Cruises?
P&O Cruises offers a relaxed, great-value way to enjoy a cruise holiday, with a fleet of ships sailing from the UK to destinations across Europe, the Caribbean and beyond. Known for its British style and friendly atmosphere, P&O Cruises makes cruising simple, whether you’re embarking on a cruise from Southampton or choosing a fly-cruise to explore further afield.
With well-planned itineraries, a wide choice of dining and entertainment, and a focus on comfort and value, P&O Cruises is ideal for couples, families, solo travellers and first-time cruisers looking for an easy and enjoyable holiday at sea with tips included and good value drinks package upgrades available.
Sail from Southampton
P&O Cruises makes no-fly holidays easy, with a wide choice of voyages sailing round trip from Southampton. Step aboard without airport queues or flight connections, then explore destinations including the Norwegian Fjords, Canary Islands, Spain, Portugal and the Mediterranean. Arcadia, Arvia, Aurora, Britannia, Iona and Ventura all offer Southampton departures, giving you a broad choice of ship styles and voyage lengths.
Iona & Arvia
Iona and Arvia are P&O Cruises’ largest ships, each welcoming up to 5,200 guests and offering more choice across dining, entertainment and accommodation. Their glass-roofed SkyDomes provide a poolside retreat by day before transforming into lively entertainment venues after dark. Both ships feature The Keel & Cow, The Olive Grove and The Quays, while individual attractions, restaurants and activities give each sister ship a distinctive personality.
Family-Friendly Cruises
P&O Cruises’ family-friendly ships combine children’s clubs with pools, cinemas, live shows and accommodation designed for different generations. Younger guests are supported from six months to 17 years through nursery facilities, The Reef’s Splashers, Surfers and Scubas clubs, and dedicated Scene or H2O spaces for teenagers. Sessions include games, crafts, sports and challenges, while the Night Nursery provides an additional option for parents with younger children.
Delicious Dining
Included dining ranges from Freedom and Club restaurants to international buffets, poolside snacks and afternoon tea. Speciality options add even more choice, including contemporary Indian dishes at Sindhu, refined dining at Epicurean, Mediterranean plates at The Glass House and gastropub favourites at The Keel & Cow. Iona and Arvia also feature included venues such as The Olive Grove and The Quays, while Marco Pierre White creates menus for P&O Cruises’ Celebration Nights.
Loyalty Rewards
P&O Cruises rewards returning guests through the Peninsular Club, a loyalty programme designed to offer exclusive benefits, onboard discounts and priority services as you cruise more often. Members earn points for every night spent onboard, unlocking enhanced perks such as onboard spend discounts, exclusive events and priority services across different membership tiers.
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Drinks Packages
With P&O’s bundled fares, you can now include the Classic drinks package at the time of booking. From refreshing beers and ciders to cocktails, wines, spirits and speciality coffees, your chosen drinks are already part of your holiday before you even step on board. Whether it is a morning cappuccino, a chilled drink by the pool or a celebratory glass of sparkling wine, a drinks package makes every occasion seamless.
Adult Only Cruises with P&O Cruises
P&O Cruises also offers dedicated adults-only ships, including Arcadia and Aurora, designed for guests who prefer a more traditional, adult-focused cruise experience. These ships offer a distinct onboard atmosphere, with a focus on relaxation, enrichment and classic cruising.
Enjoy refined dining, enrichment lectures and evening entertainment tailored to adult tastes, along with a comfortable and sociable environment throughout your voyage. Whether you’re travelling as a couple or simply prefer this style of holiday, these adults-only cruises provide a different way to explore the world at sea.
P&O Cruises FAQs
Yes. Arcadia, Arvia, Aurora, Britannia, Iona and Ventura all offer cruises from Southampton. Destinations include the Norwegian Fjords, Canary Islands, Spain, Portugal, Northern Europe and the Mediterranean, with voyage lengths ranging from short breaks to extended journeys.
P&O Cruises fares include accommodation, dining in the main restaurants and buffets, selected casual food, theatre productions, live entertainment, many onboard activities and gratuities. Family-friendly ships also include access to age-appropriate children’s clubs, subject to registration and availability
P&O Cruises offers Classic and Deluxe all-inclusive packages on applicable cruises of five nights or more. Both combine a drinks package, Wi-Fi and speciality dining credit, with Deluxe providing a wider drinks selection, faster internet access and enhanced dining credit.
Arvia, Iona, Britannia, Ventura and Azura welcome families. Iona and Arvia provide the widest choice of family accommodation, clubs, pools and activities, while Britannia, Ventura and Azura offer a more traditional ship layout with established children’s facilities.
Many Arcadia and Aurora cruises remain exclusively for adults. However, selected departures from December 2026 welcome guests of all ages. The age policy should therefore be confirmed for the individual cruise before booking.
Yes. Gratuities are included in the price of a P&O Cruises holiday, so no compulsory daily service charge is added to your onboard account. Guests can still recognise individual members of the crew separately at their own discretion.
