P&O Cruises
Set sail on a cruise holiday that promises adventure and fun at every turn. Explore an enchanting fleet of cruise ships packed with incredible dining and entertainment options as they sail to cruise destinations across the world; experience a P&O Cruises holiday and get ready to make memories that last a lifetime.
What Makes a P&O Cruises Holiday Exceptional?
Aside from being Britain’s favourite cruise line, P&O Cruises has more than 180 years’ experience in creating holidays infused with style and innovation. A fleet of seven state-of-the-art cruise ships welcomes new and seasoned cruisers alike, with no other cruise line carrying as many UK holidaymakers each year on a combination of cruises from Southampton to destinations across Europe and fly-cruises straight to the sunny beaches of the Caribbean and beyond.
Latest Offers with P&O Cruises
What P&O Cruises customers say
Discover genuine experiences shared by P&O customers, as they talk about the beauty of enchanting destinations, sun-filled days, and serene nights on board, forming lasting connections with fellow travelers. P&O Cruises warmly welcomes families creating cherished moments and solo voyagers seeking newfound freedom. Guests share stories of attentive staff, delightful cuisine, and seamless service that enhance every voyage. Through their voices, you can feel the transformative impact of travel—a journey where wanderlust finds its true expression, and cherished memories are made.
Why Choose P&O Cruises?
Dining
There’s a whole world of dining at your fingertips aboard a P&O Cruises ship, all included in the price of your holiday. There is a venue for every taste and venues to suit every mood, even spaces to keep the smiles on the little faces with their very own children’s tea. Plus, enjoy modern British classics and flavours inspired from around the world.
Bars & Lounges
You will find all your favourite drinks across each P&O Cruises ship, from classic cocktails and world-class wines to suit your destination to speciality teas and coffees. British craft beers, gins, and more. You can also pre-book a P&O Cruises drinks package.
Gyms & Spas
Looking for some well-earned relaxation? The Oasis Spa is a haven for all types of treatments, from rejuvenating facials and back massages to manicures and feel-good hair styling. There are also plenty of ways to stay fit at sea, from fitness classes and yoga to high-tech gym facilities.
Kids Clubs
P&O Cruises has gone that extra mile to ensure families and children are well catered for on their family cruise holiday. Not only do you have swimming pools to enjoy, but the kids’ club on board, The Reef, offers everything and more for your little ones to experience. The free on-board programme is for everyone aged 2 to 17 years old, split into four age categories, allowing activities, games, and friends to be matched to suit. DBS-checked Reef Rangers organise daily activities.
Cabins
Selecting your cabin is one of the exciting parts of booking your cruise holiday, and P&O Cruises has a selection of types to suit what you’re looking for; from somewhere to just lay your head to something that little bit fancier. All cabins with P&O Cruises come well-equipped with tea & coffee making facilities, ample wardrobe space, a fully stocked mini-bar (items are chargeable depending on the cabin), free in-cabin TV, a telephone, a hair dryer, air conditioning, and more.
Food Heroes
P&O Cruises believes great holidays are inseparable from exceptional food. Their Food Heroes, such as Marco Pierre White and Olly Smith, bring culinary brilliance on board. Collaborating with others, such as Jose Pizarro and Shivi Ramoutar, P&O Cruises crafts authentic dining experiences reflecting local history and culture. Embark on a voyage where flavours narrate tales of discovery!
P&O Cruises Destinations
P&O Cruises sails to all corners of the globe. Whether you're setting sail close to home on a cruise from the UK or jetting off to exciting port cities on different continents, you can be sure that your cruise experience will embody the same level of luxury, no matter where you depart.
Lay back on the world's finest beaches and take in the sun and culture of a Caribbean cruise, or experience sun, sights, and unbeatable city breaks on a Mediterranean cruise. Cruise up the breathtaking Norwegian Fjords or see the world in all its glory on a world cruise. Wherever you plan to head, we have a P&O Cruises holiday for you.
P&O Cruises Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Got a question about P&O Cruises? We might be able to help you!
P&O Cruises offers four different drinks packages: two non-alcoholic and two alcoholic. The cheapest package, Refresh, costs £14.45 per person per day, and the most expensive package, Deluxe, costs £60.50 per person per day. Learn more about the P&O drinks packages and whether they are worth the money by checking out our guide to P&O Cruises drinks packages.
Yes, absolutely. P&O Cruises is fully bonded with ABTA and your fly-cruise holidays are ATOL protected. This means you have the benefit, support and expertise of ABTA’s assistance and Code of Conduct for all non-fly-cruise holidays sold in the UK. And your fly-cruise is financially protected by the ATOL scheme, so you can fly with confidence.
No, there is no free WiFi onboard P&O Cruises. The cruise line does offer two WiFi packages: Essential and Ultimate. Essential gives you access to basic needs such as texting, emailing, or browsing the internet, whilst Ultimate provides faster connection speeds, streaming, and video calls.
No, P&O Cruises are not considered to be all-inclusive; whilst they may be full board for dining, entertainment, and children's clubs, due to drinks packages not being included, they cannot be considered an all-inclusive cruise line.
P&O Cruises offers three different price types, and this handy guide explains which one will suit you best.
Select Price
This fare type gives you the most flexibility when making your booking, and if you ever need to amend your booking, too:
- Choice of cabin location and priority upgrades (subject to availability)
- Priority pick of the dining style on ships offering Freedom and Club Dining
- Priority for a dining time and table size request
- A choice of either onboard spending money, free car parking at Southampton port or return coach transfers*
- Shuttle buses to the local towns/villages from the port, where needed
- Flexibility to change your booking
Early Saver
This fare type offers a fantastic price but without the Select Price benefits:
- Choose the type of cabin you would like; sometimes you can select the grade of cabin, which determines whereabouts on the ship the cabins are (although you cannot choose your cabin number)
- Possible upgrades available
- P&O Cruises will allocate your dining style, whether it be Club Dining or Freedom Dining and table size and time
- Flexibility to change your booking
Saver
If you are looking for a last-minute offer, then the Saver fare is for you:
- Available at selected times on selected cruises
- Only available on selected cabin types, and P&O Cruises will allocate your cabin number before departure; once it has been allocated, you are not able to change it
- Your dining style will be allocated onboard, and you will be notified in your cabin
- Full balance will be required at the time of booking
- 100% cancellation charges if you have to cancel prior to departure
Yes, absolutely. P&O Cruises is fully bonded with ABTA, and your fly-cruise holidays are ATOL protected. This means you have the benefit, support, and expertise of ABTA’s assistance and Code of Conduct for all no-fly-cruise holidays sold in the UK. And your fly-cruise is financially protected by the ATOL scheme, so you can fly with confidence.
- Club Dining: Choose to dine at the same table, with the same friends/family, or this is the time to get to know your fellow cruisers and catch up on your day. The times are usually around 6.30 and 8.30. These can change depending on your cruise and itinerary.
- Freedom Dining: You request your table size and choose what time suits you to dine, from 6:30 until 9pm. You will sit at a different table, with either different fellow guests or your group of friends or family. This will also allow you to meet and get to know the other waiters in the main restaurant.
- The 710 Club: Atmospheric and low-lit, it serves up live music, vintage vibes, and stylish cocktails to ensure good times all round.
- Anderson’s bar: Intimate yet sociable. A must for connoisseurs in search of a fine bar.
- Blue Bar: An elegant venue, ideal for champagne and cocktail drinking.
- Brodie’s: A traditional, much-loved British pub, good times are guaranteed.
- Champion’s Bar: A sports fan's haven with TV screens showing the big games, so you never miss out.
- Lord’s Tavern: Fancy a real ale? Pull up a seat and enjoy a pub quiz.
- Spinnaker: Coffees and teas by day, by night, a yacht-inspired Spinnaker bar.
- The East Bar: Colonial-style bar situated at the highest point of the ship.
- The Exchange: Another great venue to enjoy a real ale in a traditional setting.
- The Globe: Dance classes, theme nights, and game shows are where it’s happening at The Globe, a hub for entertainment.
- The Piano Bar: Complimentary piano music fills the air at this tastefully decorated bar.