Christmas and New Year’s Cruises

Where can I sail on a Christmas Cruise?

Whether you want to join us on the big day itself or just enjoy a getaway over the festive season, we have a range of options for those looking to enjoy a Christmas cruise. In the lead-up, why not join one of our Christmas market cruises? Stopping at glimmering cities such as Hamburg and Amsterdam is the perfect way to get into the festive spirit. Enjoy a traditional winter wonderland with wooden cabins selling handmade presents, delicious food options and warming mulled wine or hot chocolates.

Alternatively, sail in search of some sunshine and spend Christmas day in your sunglasses! What better present to yourself than some vitamin D, brilliant destinations and a wealth of onboard activities? Our Christmas cruises in 2024 will let you enjoy the best of destinations, including the Canary Islands and Iberia and North Africa. As well as enjoying everything there is on board, you’ll be able to explore beautiful cruise ports and explore more of the world, taking in Christmas festivities and traditions of new places.

From the moment you step on board to the moment you leave, you’ll feel the festive magic in the air. Even though the weather outside won’t be so frightful, you’ll still be able to enjoy your traditional festive favourites on board the ship and feel the warm, comforting buzz of Christmas excitement all around you. With Christmas dinner, Christmas trees around the ship, festive-themed activities and entertainment and more, you’ll be able to enjoy a magical Christmas.

READ MORE: What does Christmas Day look like onboard an Ambassador Cruise?

Where can I sail on a New Year’s Cruise?

Indulge in the luxury of celebrating the new year on board an Ambassador ship. From the exhilarating countdown to midnight to the lively festivities, music, and dancing, our New Year’s Eve celebrations are a class apart. With our fine dining options, incredible entertainment, and a plethora of bars to choose from, our ships offer the perfect setting for your festivities. If you’ve always dreamt of watching the fireworks from a different location as the calendar changes, this is your perfect opportunity.  

During the winter, our focus is to ensure our guests can see the sunshine and our New Year’s cruises are no different. Depart the gloomy UK for a while and soak up the sunshine in beautiful destinations instead. You’ll be able to dust off your swimming costume and start New Year’s Day bathing in warm weather on the top deck.

Read more about Christmas cruising on our blog

• Discovering Europe’s Christmas Markets

• How is Christmas Celebrated Around The World?

Why Ambassador Cruise Line?

At Ambassador Cruise Line, we pride ourselves on offering the warmest welcome at sea. We understand that when you step aboard our ships, it becomes your home, and we know that this feeling of comfort and belonging is especially important during the festive period. With us, you can rest assured that you'll be welcomed into a warm and inviting atmosphere.  

Plus, with some of the best dining at sea, West-End quality entertainment, brilliant onboard activities and stops at stunning ports, you’ll be able to make the most of the magic of cruising. Our no-fly cruises all depart from the UK, so pack as many pairs of shoes as you like and come back with next year’s Christmas presents already ready to go!

Haven’t sailed with Ambassador before? Then our Festive Events are perfect for you. Join us onboard over the Christmas holidays on one of our ships at London Cruise Terminal and enjoy a five-course meal, a show and a stay overnight! You can experience the Ambassador difference before sailing away and still have an unforgettable Christmas in the comfort of your own home.