About the cruise

Prepare for Christmas in the best way possible, by getting away from it all with a glorious 23 night Caribbean cruise on board Arcadia. Sail from Southampton to Ponta Delgada, the largest of the nine Azores and home to the spectacularly beautiful Sete citadades, an extinct volcanic crater in which two lakes have formed – one emerald green, one deep blue. It’s a stunning start to your holiday. Then, sail on towards the Caribbean, where you’ll experience the blissful combination of powder soft beaches, sparkling waters, swaying palm trees and endless blue skies.

Every destination is different and you’ll find a fascinating variation in architecture, cultures and tastes. Discover the lush beauty of the landscapes, lively markets, exuberant locals, historical sites, captivating marine life and natural wonders including reefs, waterfalls and tropical gardens. En route home, you’ll enjoy a few days to socialise, sunbathe and rejuvenate on board before calling at Madeira, where you’ll relish a full day to wander among the vivid subtropical plants and flowers of the ‘Garden Isle’ and sample its famous wines before sailing on towards Southampton. It’s the perfect winter escape.