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Castles and kingdoms, dramatic shorelines and highlands, natural beauty and stunning landscapes, myths and legends and majestic cities. All await as you voyage from one scenic port to the next on a cruise around the British Isles. Capture the magic of times past and current trends as you uncover quintessential UK experiences when you take to the shores to explore familiar and new destinations.  

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15 Days Bergen to London

Operator: Viking Cruises

From 7,299pp

15 Days London to Bergen

Operator: Viking Cruises

From 6,999pp
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11 Days Edinburgh to Dublin

Operator: Azamara Cruises

From 3,389pp

13 Days Amsterdam to Amsterdam

Operator: Celebrity Cruises

From 3,251pp

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Azamara
Here at Azamara, we continue our efforts to be the world's top up-market cruise line. As such, we are committed to providing you with unparalleled service;...more the finest dining at sea; a glorious spa and wellness retreat, and innovations such as Destination Immersion® experiences. With our hallmark of stay longer, experience more, we'll not only take you to awe-inspiring destinations, but also give you more time to fall in love with them.
UK Cruises16
Budget:Luxury
Known For:Longer Stays
Fleet Size:4
Cunard
For over 180 years Cunard have set the bar, and then raised it. Cunard's rich history and unrivalled seafaring knowledge means that Cunard has grown into...more a truly iconic brand. A brand that constantly refines the definitive experience of ocean travel. The designs of Cunard's current ships have been inspired by our past but reimagined for our future. Alongside classic, art deco stylings and unrivalled craftsmanship you’ll find splashes of bold colour and contemporary comforts. Feel free to do as much or as little as you like on board, as every venue has been carefully developed to provide plenty of choice. Whether your priority is relaxation, adventure, or indulgence, your Cunard ship will not disappoint.
UK Cruises5
Budget:Luxury
Known For:Royal Fleet
Fleet Size:4
Oceania
You can sail to the far corners of the globe on Oceania's small, luxurious ships, but you’ll always feel like you’re coming home to family. From the moment...more you step on board, you’ll feel cared for and cared about because our dedication to service comes from the heart. Our ships radiate warmth and character among their true elegance. All boast exquisite appointments and details one would only expect to find in a luxurious, private estate. With up to six open-seating, gourmet restaurants to choose from, dining is a central highlight of the Oceania Cruises experience and guests may dine when, where and with whom they wish.
UK Cruises27
Budget:Luxury
Known For:Finest Cuisine at Sea
Fleet Size:8

Discover Highlights to discover on a cruise circumnavigating the British Isles

Witness the Mystery of Stonehenge
Witness the Mystery of Stonehenge

Day trip through scenic southern England's countryside to Stonehenge to explore the magic and mystery of this impressive circle of stones.

Beatles Mania, Liverpool
Beatles Mania, Liverpool

Follow in the footsteps of Liverpool’s famous sons from Penny Lane to Strawberry Field, the Cavern and the exhibits at the Beatles Story.

Highland Castles and Loch Ness
Highland Castles and Loch Ness

Visit Scotland's medieval Highland castles and relive times past before you explore renowned Loch Ness, with your eyes peeled to sight Nessie.

Cobh Sea Safari, Cork
Cobh Sea Safari, Cork

Don your life vest to explore the picturesque and historic coastline from Cobh to Kinsale on a rigid inflatable boat. Witness seal colonies and bottlenose dolphins and visit the last port of the Titanic.

Scenic Snowdonia, Holyhead
Scenic Snowdonia, Holyhead

Explore Snowdonia National Park by coach tour or on a hiking trip to witness some of Wales’ most spectacular scenery, from Lake Llyn Padarn to Mount Snowdon and many other jagged mountain peaks.

Recent Reviews What our clients are saying about their UK cruises

Lovely cruise around the UK   , NSW, Australia, Jun 2025
Overall a lovely cruise. Once onboard everything was great. Cabin is nice (DV), crew wonderful, food great. We enjoyed the entertainment, particularly the shows put on by the Viking Vocalists. Two years ago we thought the excursions were very reasonably priced… now we think they are outrageously expensive. The included excursions are hit and miss. We ...read more missed Dublin due to an issue with the mooring rope and the propeller. We were happy to make it into Shetland, apparently it’s easy to miss Shetland due to weather.
Into the Midnight Sun   , VIC, Australia, Jun 2025
This is our first ocean cruise with Viking and it lived up to our expectations. We really enjoyed the itinerary especially starting at the Cutty Sark wharf, brief stops in the Orkneys and Shetland and cruising through the fiords of Norway. The included excursions at each port were very good. Our cabin and facilities were very comfortable. Overall ...read more the ship was very good especially the included specialty restaurants - the Chefs Table and Manfredis. Our only disappointment was the dinner menu choices in The Restaurant. The World Cafe buffet was excellent for choice and quality. Georgie Walpole handled our booking efficiently as usual.
Wonderful cruise   , NSW, Australia, Sep 2023
I would recommend this cruise. Iceland was an amazing destination. Happy with Princess. Even though Island Princess is one of their older ships I have no complaints.
Great cruise   , SA, Australia, Aug 2023
Had a wonderful time on the Viking Mars cruising around the British Isles. The weather was perfect, it only rained on our last day (in Bergen). Our favourite stop was Invergorden where we cruised Loch Ness, walked around Urquhart Castle (which was the only Highland castle to hold out against the English), then we visited the standing stones at Craigh ...read more na Dun (famous in the Outlander series), then onto the site of the Culloden battlefield. Thanks to Jemma for all her hard work in looking after and helping with our booking. We’ve booked another cruise through Global Journeys and are looking forward to cruising the Seine next year.