Can you go on a cruise without flying?

Yes, we sail to lots of places straight from Southampton, where your ship will return to at the end of your holiday.

What is a no-fly cruise?

A no-fly cruise is a holiday that starts and ends on your ship in Southampton. If flying isn’t for you, you can embark at one of the cruise terminals in Southampton before you set sail and disembark in the same place at the end of your holiday.

How much baggage can I take on a no-fly cruise?

As much as you want. There’s no limit to the baggage you’re allowed to bring on board with you. Can’t decide which pair of shoes go with your dress for Celebration Night? Bring them all!

Where can you sail to on a no-fly cruise?

There are lots of places you can discover without having to step foot on a plane. You can explore places closer to home on our Short Breaks and British Isles cruises or head to the sunshine of the Canary Islands , Mediterranean or the Caribbean . You can even experience the natural wonders of the Norwegian Fjords or the magic of Scandinavia and the Baltic Sea on-board our ships from Southampton.

P&O Cruises Ship, Azura, at sea. Azura is a Family Friendly Cruise Ship

No-fly Cruises From Southampton

Get straight into the holiday spirit on a no-fly cruise. Forget luggage restrictions and navigating the airport - your no-fly cruise holiday will start, and finish, on a high.

Find your dream no-fly holiday from Southampton

If you’re the kind of person who prefers a fuss-free holiday, then why not simply choose to cruise instead. Each of our ships has a number of unique features and facilities that provide the ultimate P&O Cruises experience. And your holiday begins the moment you step on board in Southampton. Without the luggage restrictions of flights, you can bring as much as you like – an outfit for every day and evening occasion, from glam Celebration Nights, to hiking boots and swimwear. And you can relax knowing your bags are taken off your hands the moment you get to the terminal. They’ll simply be whisked to your cabin so that you can start your holiday with a smile.

When it comes to your dream holiday, why leave anything up in the air? Instead, look to the seas for a hassle-free no-fly cruise holiday.

Why cruise from Southampton?

P&O Cruise ship sailing out of Southampton

So many destinations on a no-fly cruise...

With a wonderful range of destinations on a no-fly cruise from Southampton, the world really is your oyster!

Snow topped mountains in the Norwegian Fjords

Canal by the Bonifacius Hotel in Bruges, Belgium

The city walls on the coast of Dubrovnik, Croatia

Top of the Church of the Saviour on Spilled Blood in St Petersburg, Russia

Houses by the coast in the Canary Islands

Norwegian Fjords

See the Fjords at their most beautiful by sailing through them. There is awe-inspiring scenery all the way – mountains, waterfalls, lakes and forests. You’ll call in at ancient Nordic ports, such as Stavanger, Bergen and Flaam.

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Short Breaks

With holidays starting from just two nights, it’s easy to get away from it all. A call at Le Havre lets you enjoy a whirlwind tour of Paris. Sail down Amsterdam’s canals. Call in at Zeebrugge and feast on Belgian chocolate in Bruges.

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Mediterranean

The Med has it all. Explore unforgettable cities, like Venice, Rome and Dubrovnik. Visit world-famous landmarks – Pompeii, the Acropolis and Ephesus. The French Riviera or the Greek Islands – it’s up to you.

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Caribbean

White sand beaches, turquoise seas and swaying palms – this is paradise. Explore tropical forests. Sip rum cocktails. Shop in open-air markets. Tuck into sizzling street food. Or simply sunbathe under blue skies.

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Scandinavia and Baltic Sea

Scandinavia and Baltic Sea has a fairy-tale feel. Discover Stockholm’s 14 islands. Try Michelin-starred dining in Copenhagen. Admire the Art Nouveau architecture of Helsinki. And gaze at the gilded palaces and churches of St Petersburg.

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British Isles

Holiday on home shores with a British Isles cruise. Two nights could take you to pretty St Peter Port in the Channel Islands. Or join us for longer. You could walk on the Giant’s Causeway, kiss the Blarney Stone and see Edinburgh castle.

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