Do you need a visa for a long cruise?

Whether you need a visa for a long duration cruise depends on factors such as what nationality you are, where your passport is issued, and the local entry regulations in the destinations you’ll be visiting on your holiday. It’s really important to check visa requirements as far in advance as possible, to ensure you allow yourself enough time to source any visas you need for your trip.

When is the best time to go on a long cruise holiday?

It really depends on where you’re going. We have long cruises sailing throughout the year, but not always to the same destinations. We time our long cruises to align with things such as the weather and the seasons, to take advantage of the best times and conditions to explore.

What is the longest cruise you offer?

The longest cruise we offer is our Epic World Explorer, which is essentially a world cruise. How long are world cruises? These types of cruise holiday typically sail for 100 nights or more.

Where can you go on a long cruise?

Long cruises sail to countries and continents all over the world. Some of the most popular long cruises from Southampton visit Canada and New England, the Caribbean, South America, Africa, and Australia, but long cruises to Asia, the Mediterranean, Norway and Iceland are also common.

Six reasons to choose a long cruise holiday

Time to explore beyond the tourist trail

A long duration cruise holiday means additional time for you to discover authentic charm. Go beyond the tourist trail and dive deeper into local cultures.

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Tick off your bucket-list destinations

Sometimes you might need a little – or a lot – more time to experience everything on your wish list. Visit multiple dream destinations all in one cruise holiday, one stop at a time.

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More time to relax

Longer cruise holidays often include more sea days to unwind. During relaxing days at sea, spoil yourself with a spa treatment or simply laze by the pool with a cocktail in hand.

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Fly or sail with ease

You can maximise your time in beautiful places by flying straight to the heart of them or get your holiday started sooner and sail from Southampton.

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Visit incredible landmarks

Maybe you picture yourself gazing up at New York’s Statue of Liberty, or perhaps you'll take an evening cruise on Hong Kong’s Victoria Harbour and be dazzled by the neon skyline.

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Enjoy all your ship has to offer

A longer cruise holiday means incredible value for money, with so much included in the price. There's a host of entertainment to dive in to, including cinema screenings, live music and comedy, spectacular stage shows, casino gaming, quizzes, sports, and so much more.

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100+ nights

Multitude of ports

Numerous countries

Countless memories

A sneak peek into some of the amazing destinations we visit...

Sydney

A cruise to Sydney offers so much to do. You could cross the iconic Harbour Bridge, join the sunbathers on Bondi Beach or admire native flowers in the Royal Botanic Garden.

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Cape Town

Cape Town is the gateway to Robben Island, the World Heritage Site where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned. Good with heights? Ride the aerial cableway to reach the top of Table Mountain.

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Honolulu

Honolulu is a perfect port for beach lovers. Ferry out to see the Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor or cool-off from a day’s exploring with a Hawaiian staple: shaved ice with syrup.

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San Francisco

From watching the seals sunbathing at Fisherman’s Wharf to stepping inside the former cells of Alcatraz prison, San Fransico is a fun-packed city to explore on a long haul cruise.

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Singapore

Home to some of the world’s most imaginative architecture, a cruise to Singapore feels like fast-forwarding into the future. Be sure to visit Marina Bay Sands and the city’s Gardens by the Bay.

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Panama Canal

Cruising through this man-made waterway is a one-of-a-kind experience. Anchor yourself at the front of the ship to see the huge locks in action. You may also spot the odd crocodile surfacing…

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"There were so many amazing places to see. A world cruise was a great place to start, so if you’re thinking of doing one, just go for it!"

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Sue & Ron Oldman, valued P&O Cruises guests

"WE WILL REMEMBER THE EXPERIENCES FOREVER, AND WILL RETURN ONE DAY."

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Mr Thomas, valued P&O Cruises guest

"The crew were amazing, friendly and funny. As we got to know them, they became like our little family."

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Annie & Paul Snowdon, valued P&O Cruises guests

Panoramic idyllic view of palm trees and white sand beach at Cozumel Island, Mexico

Our popular long Caribbean cruise holidays

Loyal P&O Cruises guest? Welcome to the club

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As a Peninsular Club member, longer cruises means more loyalty points, and more loyalty points mean greater rewards! By spending more nights on board, you’ll get closer towards climbing to a higher tier. And you’ll receive a 5% loyalty discount, exciting on-board discounts, and added exclusive touches – like champagne on arrival and other special gifts - to make these cruises even more delightful.

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Blog Posts

Embark on an unforgettable journey with our long-duration cruises. Explore stunning destinations, immerse yourself in local cultures, and create lasting memories. Our blog posts offer insights and inspiration for your next adventure.

Discover more about our Long Duration Cruises

Six reasons to choose a long cruise holiday

Time to explore beyond the tourist trail

Tick off your bucket-list destinations

More time to relax

Fly or sail with ease

Visit incredible landmarks

Enjoy all your ship has to offer

100+ nights

Multitude of ports

Numerous countries

Countless memories

A sneak peek into some of the amazing destinations we visit...

Sydney

Cape Town

Honolulu

San Francisco

Singapore

Panama Canal

"There were so many amazing places to see. A world cruise was a great place to start, so if you’re thinking of doing one, just go for it!"

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

"WE WILL REMEMBER THE EXPERIENCES FOREVER, AND WILL RETURN ONE DAY."

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

"The crew were amazing, friendly and funny. As we got to know them, they became like our little family."

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Our popular long Caribbean cruise holidays

Loyal P&O Cruises guest? Welcome to the club

Blog Posts

Don't just take our word for it...

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Best UK Cruise Line 2024

Best Cruise Line for Family Holidays 2024

Best Cruise Line for No-fly Cruise Holidays 2024

Best Ocean Cruise Line 2024

Best for Families 2024

Frequently asked questions about long cruises