A brand-new season launch for Ambassador Cruise Line’s 2026-27
We’re delighted to share with you a hand-picked collection of Ambassador Cruise Line’s 2026-2027 no-fly sailings from seven UK ports aboard two premium, state-of-the-art vessels, Ambience and Ambition
Sail from London Tilbury with Ambience to a wide range of incredible destinations, or step onto Ambition in Tilbury, Newcastle, Dundee, Liverpool, Falmouth, Belfast or Bristol. Wherever you choose to join, you’ll enjoy the warmest of
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welcomes, a wealth of on-board comforts and amenities, a choice of excellent dining options, first-class entertainment, and the chance to explore some captivating ports of call under your own steam or on organised shore excursions.
Whether you’d like to discover the highlights of the English Channel, Norway’s Northern Lights, or the palm-fringed beaches and tropical rainforests of the West Indies, Ambassador Cruise Line has a wish-list sailing for you.
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Discover six cabin categories
Your cabin on board is designed to be your comfortable retreat, a place to relax and recharge after a day of exploring or activities at sea. Ambassador Cruise Line offers six categories of twin and single cabins to suit various preferences and budgets. The spacious cabins are all airconditioned with en-suite facilities, ample storage, and modern amenities like TVs and tea/coffeemaking facilities. Housekeeping services are provided daily, with 24-hour room service available*. Most cabins have twin beds, convertible to doubles, and there are options for guests with special needs or those requiring interconnecting rooms. Navigating the ship is easy, with multiple foyers and lifts on each deck. Please see the deck plans on pages 24-27 for the latest categories.
De-Luxe Suite
The De-Luxe Suites, with stunning ocean views, feature a double bed (non-convertible to twin) and a double sofa bed for additional guests. Each De-Luxe Suite includes a walk-in wardrobe, a separate lounge area, a second TV in the bedroom, en-suite facilities with a shower, a minibar, and an espresso coffee machine. De-Luxe Suite guests also benefit from a separate checkin the waiting area and a private disembarkation waiting area for added convenience.
Premium Suite
Each Premium Suite has a fixed double bed that cannot be converted to twin beds, along with a double sofa bed to accommodate a third or fourth guest. Several of these Premium Suites also include a separate bedroom with a single bed. These Premium Suites offer standard cabin amenities, en-suite facilities with a shower, a mini-bar, an espresso machine, and additional suite benefits. Most Premium Suites have a separate shower cubicle. Premium Suite guests enjoy a dedicated check-in area and a private disembarkation lounge for a smoother arrival and departure experience.
Suite
Suites encompass double beds, with most able to be converted to twin beds, and many also include a sofa bed that can accommodate additional guests. All Suites offer standard cabin
amenities along with en-suite facilities, including a shower. Some Suites also have a bathtub and a dressing room. All suites come with a mini bar.
Balcony Cabin
In addition to the suites with balconies, there are a number of Balcony Cabins with excellent views on the upper decks. These Balcony Cabins have a fixed double bed and a single sofa bed to accommodate an additional guest. All Balcony Cabins include standard amenities and en-suite facilities with a shower.
Ocean View Cabin
Ocean View cabins on Ambassador Cruise Line ensure guests have a comfortable stay and the added benefit of natural light and scenic views. These cabins typically feature either a porthole or a picture window, allowing guests to enjoy the ocean scenery from the comfort of their room.
Inside Cabin
Inside Cabins provide a comfortable and practical option. They are compact yet well-designed, providing a cosy area to rest. These cabins feature twin beds that can often be converted to doubles and include essential amenities such as en-suite facilities, storage space, and modern touches. While they lack windows or ocean views, they ensure excellent value and are perfect for those who prioritise exploring the ship and destinations over cabin views.
De-Luxe Suite, Ambition
Ocean View Cabin, Ambition
Inside Cabin, Ambition
42-day cruise now from £5,458
Gems of the Caribbean Sea
Departing 5 January 2027 | Sailing from London, Tilbury on-board Ambition
This winter cruise heads west to the warmth of some of the world’s most idyllic island paradises – a voyage of discovery full of colour and excitement, with time spent on deck soaking up the sun. Step ashore to enjoy enthralling ports of call, including Jamaica, Puerto Rico, and the Dominican Republic.
ports of call
Praia da Vitoria | Bridgetown | St. George’s | Kingstown Castries | Fort-de-France | Roseau | Pointe-à-Pitre
Santo Domingo | Ocho Rios | Montego Bay | Road Town
Phillipsburg | Basseterre | St. John’s | Ponta Delgada
To Ponta Delgada and London Tilbury
Montego Bay
Ocho Rios
From Praia da Vitoria and London Tilbury
Santo Domingo
Road Town
Philipsburg St. John’s
Fort-de-France
Pointe-à-Pitre
Roseau
Kingstown Castries
Bridgetown
St George’s
Montego Bay, Jamaica Havana, Cuba
Fort de France, Martinique
Road Town, British Virgin Islands
Delights of Western France & Spain Explorer
Departing 12 April 2026
Sailing from Portsmouth on-board Ambition
This delightful autumnal cruise sees Ambition sail south via wine-making Bordeaux and on to a trio of Spanish centres. Opportunities to discover Santiago de Compostela, the port city, Gijón and idyllic Santander, complete the sailing ahead of a final stop across the English Channel in Plymouth.
Ports of call Bordeaux | La Coruna for Santiago de Compostela Gijón | Santander | Plymouth
Springtime Fjordland
Departing 26 April 2026
Sailing
Step aboard Ambition and experience Norway’s spectacular fjords as they re-emerge from the winter’s ice. On this unforgettable springtime voyage along Western Norway’s spectacular coastline, take in pastelpainted Molde, mountainside Andalsnes, and the fjordic retreat of Eidfjord. Stop on Olden’s idyllic shores and Haugesund’s bustling wharfs before rounding out a fascinating fortnight’s cruise in Lerwick.
Ports of call Molde | Åndalsnes | Olden | Eidfjord
Haugesund | Lerwick
Escape to Belgium, France & Holland
Departing 6 April 2026
Sailing from Portsmouth on-board Ambition
Enjoy a taste of cruising, taking advantage of the wide range of on-board amenities, first-class entertainment and dining options ahead of stops in picturesque Bruges, canal-side Amsterdam, and Antwerp, the ‘City of Diamonds’. Make a final stop at pretty Honfleur before returning back to London.
Ports of call Zeebrugge for Bruges | Antwerp Ljmuiden for Amsterdam | Honfleur
Bordeaux, France
Olden, Norway Eidfjord, Norway
cruise now from £858 15-day cruise now from £2,058
Delights of Western France & Spain
Departing 9 May 2026
Sailing from Liverpool on-board Ambition
Enjoy a fortnight’s cruising, Ambition-style, with stops across a host of impressive French and Spanish cities. Enjoy the ship’s range of facilities, dine in style at one of its many restaurants and treat yourself to first-class entertainment throughout your stay.
Ports of call Brest | Bordeaux
El Ferrol for Santiago de Compostela | Gijón | Getxo for Bilbao
La Pallice for La Rochelle | Lorient | Belfast
8-day cruise now from £1,038
Coastlines of Cornwall & Northern France
Departing 29 May 2026
Sailing from Liverpool on-board Ambition
Join Ambition as she takes in a host of fascinating ports of call across Northern France. Pay homage to historic harbour town Cherbourg before continuing to picturesque St. Malo, which neighbours fabled Mont St. Michel. Head back across the English Channel to Cornwall for Fowey before continuing to Northern Ireland for a visit to its vibrant capital, Belfast.
Ports of call Cherbourg | St. Malo | Fowey | Belfast
Highlights of Devon & Brittany
Departing 23 May 2026
Sailing from
Immerse yourself in the distinct charm and villages of stunning Brittany with Ambition’s week-long voyage across the English Channel. Call at medieval Brest, a thriving centre on France’s west coast, ahead of a stop in Devon for seaside town Plymouth. Conclude your cruise with a captivating visit to the vibrant Northern Irish capital, Belfast, with its rich industrial heritage and bustling shipyards.
Ports of call Brest | Plymouth | Belfast
Iceland’s Land of Ice & Fire
Departing 5 June 2026
Sailing from
After a stop in the enchanting Icelandic capital, Reykjavík, embark on an unforgettable fortnight’s tour of the country’s finest natural landscapes aboard Ambition. Along the way, call at Ísafjörður, the gateway to the nation’s magical West, Akureyri with its botanical garden and breath-taking Seydisfjordur. After an unforgettable Icelandic adventure, head south again for a day spent in vibrant Belfast.
Ports of call Reykjavík | Ísafjörður | Akureyri Seydisfjordur | Belfast
Brest, France
Bilbao, Spain
Cherbourg, France
Akureyri, Iceland
Summertime Fjordland
Departing 15 June 2026
Sailing from Liverpool on-board Ambition
Natural beauty and maritime culture take centre stage across Ambition’s midsummer sailing into Norway’s fjordland. Starting in the Shetland’s capital, Lerwick, cross the North Sea for time in colourful Bergen, historic Stavanger and Eidfjord, nestled within the magnificent Hardangerfjord. Stops in Haugesund and Belfast complete this delightful sailing of a lifetime.
Ports of call Lerwick | Austefjorden for Bergen | Stavanger Eidfjord for Hardangerfjord | Haugesund | Belfast
7-day cruise now from £858
Summertime Gardens of France & Holland
Departing 25 June 2026
Sailing from Liverpool on-board Ambition
A fascinating week spent taking in western Europe’s most charming corners begins with a call in lively Cork via Cobh. Next, you’ll cross the English Channel as Ambition visits cultural Honfleur and picturesque Amsterdam before returning to the UK.
Ports of call Cobh for Cork | Honfleur Ljmuiden for Amsterdam
Returning to Dundee: A return coach transfer from Dundee to Liverpool will be available - ask for details at time of booking.
Treasures of Scandinavia, British Islands & Northern Europe
Departing 1 July 2026
Sailing from Dundee on-board Ambition
A quartet of spellbinding cities awaits across a 13-day cruise of the Scandinavian coast. Ambition first calls at the impressive Norwegian capital, Oslo, before continuing to the Swedish coast for the secluded town of Lysekil. Head south for a visit to canalstrewn Amsterdam, via Ljmuiden, and conclude your cruise with stops in picturesque St. Mary’s and St. Peter Port.
Ports of call Oslo | Lysekil | Bremerhaven for Bremen Ljmuiden for Amsterdam | St Mary’s | St. Peter Port
Oslo, Norway
Bergen, Norway
Stavanger, Norway
Cabin
Bergen
Haugesund Stavanger
Eidfjord Liverpool
Lerwick
5-day cruise now from £658
Summer Escape to Norway
Departing 13 July 2026
Sailing from Dundee on-board Ambition
Enjoy a summertime cruising, Ambition-style, with this great value ‘mini-cruise’. Enjoy the ship’s wide range of facilities, dine in style at one of its many restaurants and treat yourself to some first-class entertainment throughout your stay. You’ll then have the chance to discover the delights of colourful Haugesund, the birthplace of unified Norway, with an overnight stay. After a memorable five days at sea, return to the UK.
Ports of call Haugesund
8-day cruise now from £1,138
16-day cruise now from £2,518
Hidden Gems of the Baltic Sea
Departing 24 July 2026
Sailing from Dundee on-board Ambition
Join Ambition for a captivating tour of Northern Europe’s capitals, taking in fun-loving Copenhagen, Berlin, Stockholm, Tallinn and Finnish Helsinki. Bookend your capital visits with stops in Gothenburg, pastel-painted Gdańsk, and Latvian Ventspils before completing your cruise in Aarhus, famous for its impressive timber houses.
Ports of call Lysekil for Gothenburg | Copenhagen
Warnemunde for Berlin | Stockholm | Tallinn | Helsinki
Ventspils | Visby | Gdańsk | Rønne | Aarhus
Summertime Fjordland
Departing 17 July 2026
Discover glorious Western Norway, hopefully in the midsummer sunshine, with a fascinating cruise through some of the world’s most spectacular scenery. Calling at Norway’s energy capital, Stavanger, pretty Eidfjord, colourful Bergen and alpine Olden, you’ll enjoy a taste of the vibrant cultures and storied histories of the Norwegian fjords.
Ports of call Stavanger | Eidfjord | Austefjorden for Bergen Olden
Iceland’s Land of Ice & Fire & the Solar Eclipse
Departing 8 August 2026
Sailing from Dundee on-board Ambition
Make the most of the late summer sun with a sailing to Iceland via Runavik and the gorgeous Faroe Islands. Move on to the Icelandic capital, Reykjavík, ahead of visits to enchanting Grundarfjordur and mountain-clad Seydisfjordur. A final stop in the Shetland’s capital, Lerwick, completes this cruise.
Ports of call Runavik | Reykjavík | Grundarfjordur Seydisfjordur | Lerwick
Eidfjord, Norway
Haugesund, Norway
Stockholm, Sweden
Reykjavík, Iceland
9-day cruise now from £1,338
Summertime Fjordland
Departing 26 August 2026
Sailing from Newcastle on-board Ambition
Cruise into Eidfjord, based within the imposing Hardangerfjord, ahead of a spectacular summertime sailing across Norway’s most impressive corners. Explore bustling Stavanger, the gateway to enchanting Lysefjord, before taking in a trio of secluded villages - Flåm, with its mountain railway, scenic Olden and stunning Nordfjordeid - before heading back across the North Sea to the UK.
Ports of call Eidfjord | Stavanger | Flåm | Olden | Nordfjordeid
13-day cruise now from £1,618
8-day cruise now from £1,018
Denmark
Gateway to the Baltic Sea
Departing 15 September 2026
Sailing from Newcastle on-board Ambition
Join Ambition on a special week-long sailing as she takes in a host of captivating ports of call, including Sweden’s secluded peninsula town Lysekil, the colourful Danish capital, Copenhagen, and the charming German harbour city of Wismar. You’ll then complete your cruise on the Danish coast with a call at vibrant Aarhus. You’ll have ample time to explore its impressive open-air museum, botanical gardens and canal-lined streets ahead of your return journey to the UK.
Ports of call Lysekil | Copenhagen | Wismar | Aarhus
Coastlines of France, Belgium & Holland
Departing 3 September 2026
Sailing from
Embark on an autumnal adventure taking in the finest coastal towns of Northern France with stops in Rouen, Honfleur, Cherbourg, St. Malo and Brest. Ambition then stops in Plymouth, before sailing to picturesque Bruges and charming Amsterdam.
Ports of call Rouen | Honfleur | Cherbourg | St. Malo | Brest Plymouth | Zeebrugge for Bruges | Ljmuiden for Amsterdam
Belgium 5-day
Escape to Holland & Belgium
Departing 22 September 2026
Sailing from Newcastle on-board Ambition
Embrace the early autumnal temperatures and step aboard Ambition for a fascinating five-day cruise across the North Sea. Make the most of your floating home’s incredible on-board amenities and daily entertainment ahead of calls in two picturesque canal cities. Stop first in the Netherlands’ idyllic capital, Amsterdam, before visiting Belgium’s medieval gem, Bruges, with its charming boutique stores and world-famous architecture. After a thrilling week aboard Ambition, return to the UK.
Ports of call Ljmuiden for Amsterdam | Zeebrugge for Bruges
Honfleur, France
Flåm, Norway
Copenhagen,
8-day cruise now from £978 14-day cruise now from £1,938
Vistas of France, Spain & Portugal
Departing 26 September 2026
Sailing from Bristol on-board Ambition
This wonderful autumnal sailing promises opportunities to discover some fascinating places, including Portugal’s capital Lisbon and delightful second city Porto, Galician pilgrimage spot Santiago de Compostela, artistic Bilbao, elegant Bordeaux and Brest, with its impressive Medieval old town.
Ports of call Le Verdon for Bordeaux | Getxo for Bilbao Gijón | La Coruna for Santiago de Compostela | Leixões for Porto Lisbon | Lorient | Brest
Coastlines of France & Ireland
Departing 9 October 2026
Sailing from Bristol on-board
Board Ambition in Bristol for a extraordinary week-long cruise around France’s most charming northern stretches. Stop in the historic Cherbourg, and immerse yourself in its maritime heritage, before continuing to picturesque St. Malo, and medieval Brest. After a fascinating three-day exploration in Northern France make a final call in Cobh for Ireland’s lively southern hub, Cork.
Ports of call Cherbourg | St. Malo | Brest | Cobh for Cork
Norway’s Land of the Northern Lights
Departing 16 October 2026
Sailing from Bristol on-board Ambition
Commence an exhilarating Arctic voyage, beginning your adventure from verdant Andalsnes. Explore a host of charming Norwegian towns across the Lofoten Islands and the country’s west coast. Take in Leknes, Harstad and Narvik on the return journey with a final stop in maritime Bodø
Ports of call Andalsnes | Ålesund | Tromsø | Hammersfest Alta | Harstad | Leknes | Narvik | Bodø
Delights of Western France & Spain Explorer
Departing 2 November 2026
Sailing from Bristol on-board Ambition
This delightful autumn cruise sees Ambition cruise south via port city Lorient and elegant Bordeaux. Enjoy opportunities to discover a pair of Basque gems, Santander and popular pilgrimage spot Santiago de Compostela, before completing the voyage in medieval Brest.
Ports of call Lorient | Le Verdon for Bordeaux | Santander El Ferrol for Santiago de Compostela | Brest
St. Malo, France
Tromsø, Norway
Bordeaux, France
Autumn Escape to the Canary Islands
Departing 13 November 2026
Sailing from London, Tilbury on-board Ambition
Step aboard Ambition and head south on this winter-warming cruise stopping first in coastal Vigo, the gateway to stunning Santiago de Compostela Call at Portugal’s verdant ‘Garden Isle’ Madeira and take in a trio of sun-kissed Canary isles - Lanzarote, Tenerife and La Palma - before Ambition returns north.
Ports of call Vigo for Santiago de Compostela | Funchal Santa Cruz de La Palma | Santa Cruz de Tenerife | Arrecife
Discover Germany, Holland & Belgium’s Festive Delights
Departing 1 December 2026
Sailing from London, Tilbury on-board Ambition
This great-value sailing offers opportunities to discover Germany’s northern port city, Hamburg, and cultural Amsterdam, via Ljmuiden, ahead of a final visit to idyllic Bruges, a city renowned for its winding canals and cobblestone streets.
Ports of call Hamburg | Ljmuiden for Amsterdam Zeebrugge for Bruges
Funchal, Madeira
Hamburg, Germany
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
Bruges, Belgium
Tilbury
Zeebrugge
Ljmuiden
Hamburg
London, Tilbury
Santa Cruz de La Palma Santa Cruz de Tenerife Arrecife
Funchal
Vigo
Christmas & New Year Voyage to Spain & Portugal
Departing 21 December 2026
Sailing from London, Tilbury on-board Ambition
Chase the winter sun across the Iberian Peninsula’s pristine coastal stretches and celebrate the festive season in style. Call at Gijón, colourful Lisbon and Portimao. Time spent in Andalucía and on the Costa Del Sol follows, with stops in Seville, Malaga and Gibraltar, ahead of a final visit to Santiago de Compostela, Galicia’s most popular pilgrimage city.
Ports of call Gijón | Lisbon | Portimao | Cadiz for Seville Málaga | Cartegena | Gibraltar | Vigo for Santiago de Compostela
Sailing
Departing
Málaga, Spain Lisbon, Portugal
Winter Sunshine Escape to the Canary Islands & North Africa
Departing 16 February 2027
Sailing from London, Tilbury on-board Ambition
Usher in the new year with a winter-warming escape across the Iberian Peninsula’s most exciting cities before cruising south to verdant ‘Garden Isle’ Madeira and a host of sun-kissed Canary isles. Finish your sailing with stops in delightful Portimao, Portugal’s vibrant hill-top capital, Lisbon, and Leixões for vineyard-laden Porto.
Ports of call Brest | El Ferrol for Santiago de Compostela Funchal | Santa Cruz de La Palma | San Sebastian de la Gomera
Santa Cruz de Tenerife | Las Palmas | Puerto Del Rosario Arrecife | Portimao | Lisbon | Leixões for Porto
Norway’s Land of the Northern Lights
Departing 8 March 2027
Sailing from London, Tilbury on-board Ambition
Embark on an exhilarating Arctic voyage, beginning with a visit to Ålesund, the gateway to Geirangerfjord. Ambition then heads north towards enchanting Trondheim, Tromsø, famous for its spectacular ‘Arctic Cathedral’, and Alta. Returning south, stop in Narvik and Andalsnes, concluding your cruise in the lively harbour town of Molde.
Ports of call Ålesund | Trondheim | Tromsø | Alta | Narvik Åndalsnes | Molde
Easter Voyage to France, Spain & Portugal
Departing 24 March 2027
Sailing from London, Tilbury on-board Ambition
This springtime, discover some wonderful places, including artistic Honfleur, cultural Bordeaux and Galician pilgrimage shrine Santiago de Compostela. Head south for Seville and lively Málaga, before taking in Portugal’s colourful capital, Lisbon, and its second city, riverside Porto.
Ports of call Honfleur | Le Verdon for Bordeaux
Vigo for Santiago de Compostela | Cadiz for Seville Málaga | Lisbon | Leixões for Porto
Ålesund, Norway
Honfleur. France
Funchal, Madeira
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
Leixões
El Ferrol
Tilbury
Santa Cruz de La Palma
Cruz de Tenerife Arrecife
Portimao
Brest
Lisbon
Scandinavian Springtime Delights
Departing 24 April 2026
Sailing from London, Tilbury on-board
Enjoy a taste of cruising, Ambience -style, as you step aboard this great-value springtime sailing. Enjoy the ship’s wide range of facilities, ahead of stops in colourful Amsterdam, a city of canals and museums, the Danish island capital of Copenhagen, and Sweden’s Malmö, before concluding in Danish Jutland with a stop in coastal Aalborg.
Ports of call Ljmuiden for Amsterdam | Copenhagen Malmö | Aalborg
Bank Holiday Escape to Holland & Belgium
Departing 1 May 2026
Sailing from London, Tilbury on-board Ambience Cabin Type
Make the most of the early summer sun and step aboard welcoming Ambience for a fun-filled hop across the North Sea. Enjoy all the on-board amenities of your floating home, and enjoy calls in Ljmuiden, the gateway to canal city Amsterdam, and delightful Bruges, famed for its cobbled streets and chocolatiers, via waterfront Zeebrugge.
Ports of call Ljmuiden for Amsterdam | Zeebrugge for Bruges
Vistas of France, Spain & Portugal
Departing 4 May 2026
Sailing from London, Tilbury on-board Ambience
A wonderful summertime sailing aboard Ambience showcases the fascinating metropolises of Western Europe. Visit floral St. Mary’s, medieval Brest and regal Bordeaux before touring Iberia’s finest sights. Take in lively Bilbao, stylish Santander and Gijón ahead of a final stop in religious hotspot Santiago de Compostela. On the return leg, call at two Portuguese gems, Lisbon and Porto.
Ports of call St. Mary’s | Brest | Ler Verdon for Bordeaux Getxo for Bilbao | Santander | Gijón El Ferrol for Santiago de Compostela | Lisbon | Leixões for Porto
Lisbon Gijón Brest Le Verdon St. Mary’s El Ferrol Getxo Santander Leixões
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Santander, Spain
Gijón, Spain
Copenhagen, Denmark Tilbury
Treasures of the British Isles
Departing 19 May 2026
Sailing from London, Tilbury on-board Ambience
This wonderful circumnavigation of our ‘Sceptred Isle’ includes a call in the flower-strewn Scillies and a journey along Ireland’s East Coast with stops in Cobh, for lively Cork, and Belfast. Tobermorey, the colourful capital of the Isle of Mull, follows ahead of final stops in Hebriddean Stornoway and serene Kirkwall.
Ports of call St Mary’s | Cobh for Cork | Belfast | Tobermory Stornoway | Kirkwall
13-day
Iceland’s Land of Ice & Fire
Departing 13 June 2026
Sailing from London, Tilbury on-board Ambience
Usher in the summer with a sailing to Iceland, starting with a stop in Kirkwall, the Orkney Islands’ largest town. After a day at sea, call at the Icelandic capital, Reykjavík, ahead of stops in Ísafjörður, nestled in the country’s western fjords, and colourful Akureyri. Complete your Icelandic voyage with a visit to impressive Seydisfjörður, home to spell-binding vistas and mountaintop waterfalls, before returning via highland retreat Invergorden.
Ports of call Kirkwall | Reykjavík | Ísafjörður | Akureyri
Seydisfjörður | Invergorden
Delights of Canary Islands, Madeira & Portugal
Departing 29 May 2026
Sailing from London, Tilbury on-board Ambience
A host of fascinating ports of call await, including charming Porto and Portugal’s bustling capital, Lisbon. Enjoy the summer sun with stops in idyllic Porto Santo, verdant Madeira and the Canary Islands, before calling at Galician pilgrimage spot Santiago de Compostela.
Ports of call Leixões for Porto | Lisbon | Porto Santo | Funchal Santa Cruz de La Palma | Las Palmas Vigo for Santiago de Compostela
Summertime Fjordland
Departing 25 June 2026
Sailing from London, Tilbury on-board Ambience Geiranger, Norway
An unforgettable midsummer sailing into Norway’s spectacular fjordland showcases natural beauty and maritime culture. Set off to secluded Olden, a village in Norway’s idyllic Vestland, ahead of a visit to coastal Molde. Captivating Åndalsnes is your next port of call before Ambience continues on to picturesque Geiranger, enclosed by dramatic fjordic landscapes, and scenic Eidfjord, hidden within the impressive Hardangerfjord. After a memorable 12-day stay in the fjords, return to UK.
Ports of call Olden | Molde | Åndalsnes | Geiranger | Eidfjord
Lisbon, Portugal
Tobermory, Isle of Mull
Akureyri, Iceland
4-day cruise now from £418 12-day
Summertime Gardens of the Channel Islands & Northern France
Departing 6 July 2026
Sailing from London, Tilbury on-board Ambience
Calling first in the Breton Islands, for Belle Île en Mer, and delightful La Rochelle, continue to spectacular Bordeaux. On the return leg of the cruise, enjoy visits to rural Ringaskiddy, the gorgeous Isles of Scilly and Guernsey’s St. Peter Port before concluding in artistic Honfleur.
Ports of call Belle Île en Mer | La Pallice for La Rochelle Ler Verdon for Bordeaux | Ringaskiddy | St. Mary’s St. Peter Port | Honfleur
Weekend Escape to Holland & Belgium
Departing 17 July 2026
Sailing from London, Tilbury on-board Ambience
Enjoy a taste of cruising, taking advantage of Ambience’s wide range of on board amenities, first-class entertainment and dining options, as you cross the North Sea. You’ll then have plenty of time to explore a pair of charming canal cities - exquisite Amsterdam, famed for its gabled houses and captivating cultural sites, and enchanting Bruges - ahead of a return trip back to London.
Ports of call Ljmuiden for Amsterdam | Zeebrugge for Bruges
Hidden Gems of the Baltic Sea
Departing 20 July 2026
Sailing
Two captivating capitals, fun-loving Copenhagen and historic Berlin, are amongst the most memorable highlights of this magnificent mid-summer cruise that also includes visits to Swedish Gothenburg, the harbour town Hamburg and colourful Gdansk. Lithuanian coastal town Klaipeda and seaside Warnemunde complete the sailing.
Ports of call Lysekil for Gothenburg | Copenhagen Kiel for Hamburg | Klaipeda | Gdynia for Gdansk Rønne for Berlin | Warnemunde
Weekend Escape to Holland & Belgium
Departing 1 August 2026
Sailing from London, Tilbury on-board Ambience
Enjoy the summer colours, and intriguing centres of two of Europe’s most enchanting cities aboard welcoming Ambience Stop first in Ljmuiden for a visit to unmistakable Amsterdam, world-renowned for its fascinating collection of museums and galleries. After time spent aboard Ambience, take to the cobbled streets and exquisite landmarks of Bruges, via the port of Zeebrugge, on Belgium’s west coast ahead of the return journey to the UK.
Ports of call Ljmuiden for Amsterdam | Zeebrugge for Bruges
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
St. Mary’s, Isle of Scilly
Klaipeda, Lithuania
11-day cruise now from £1,998
Multi-Generational Adventure to France & Spain and the Solar Eclipse
Departing 5 August 2026
Sailing from London, Tilbury on-board Ambience
From idyllic Belle Île en Mer and elegant Bordeaux to culinary hotspot Bilbao and historic Santiago de Compostela, Ambience visits the finest towns of Northern France and Spain. Enjoy cultural delights across a fascinating week’s exploration, before bringing a memorable cruise to a close with a stop in Gijón’s world-famous vineyards.
Ports of call Belle Île en Mer | Le Verdon for Bordeaux | Getxo for Bilbao | Santander | La Coruna for Santiago de Compostela | Gijón
11-day
Treasures of the British Isles
Departing 31 August 2026
Sailing from London, Tilbury on-board Ambience
This wonderful late-summer voyage around our ‘Sceptred Isle’ includes a call in serene Kirkwall, the bustling heart of the Orkney Islands. Sail across the Irish Sea to the Isles of Lewis and Mull for Stornoway and pastel-painted Tobermory. Calls in Belfast and Cobh, for lively Cork, precede a cruise back south for a final stop in St. Mary’s, a vibrant centre on the idyllic Isles of Scilly.
Ports of call Kirkwall | Stornoway | Tobermory | Belfast Cobh for Cork | St. Mary’s
14-day cruise now from £2,078
Join this early autumn sailing which begins with a stop in the renowned pilgrimage site, Santiago de Compostela, and continues to historic Cadiz, the gateway to fiesta-city Seville, and sun-kissed Málaga. The return leg sees stops in Cueta, stunning Gibraltar, and Leixões for fun-loving Porto.
Ports of call Vigo for Santiago de Compostela Cadiz for Seville | Málaga | Ceuta | Gibraltar | Leixões for Porto
Iceland’s Land of Ice & Fire
Departing 10 September 2026
Sailing from London, Tilbury on-board Ambience Reykjavík, Iceland
Usher in the summer with a sailing to Iceland’s magnificent natural landscapes. Start with a stop in the gorgeous Faroe Islands via secluded Runavik before sailing to the Icelandic capital, Reykjavík. Calls at Ísafjörður, nestled in the country’s western fjords, and garden city Akureyri follow ahead of a final stop in impressive Seydisfjörður. Mark your return journey with a stop in charming Kirkwall on the Orkney Islands.
Ports of call Runavik | Reykjavík | Ísafjörður | Akureyri Seydisfjordur | Kirkwall
Seville, Spain
Gijón, Spain
Stornoway, Isle of Lewis
10-day cruise now from £1,558
Autumn Fjordland
Departing 22 September 2026
Sailing from London, Tilbury on-board Ambience
This wonderful cruise, set against the spectacular backdrop of the Norwegian fjords, includes calls at Austefjorden for colourful Bergen, the birthplace of composer Edvard Grieg, and remote Flåm, with its famed mountain railway. Pretty Nordfjordheid, in its spectacular setting, follows alongside unforgettable stops in scenic Andalsnes and coastal Sandnes.
Ports of call Austefjorden for Bergen | Flåm | Nordfjordeid Andalsnes | Sandnes
Norway’s Land of the Northern Lights
Departing 18 October 2026
Sailing from London, Tilbury on-board Ambience
Step aboard Ambience and head north in search of the bewitching Aurora Borealis, taking in some wonderful ports of call along Western Norway’s stunning coastline. Explore maritime Stavanger, the island city of Kristiansund, picturesque Trondheim and Tromsø, with its towering ‘Arctic Cathedral’. Heading further north, stop in Alta ahead of calls in Finnmark, via Hammerfest, Harstad and Narvik.
Ports of call
17-day cruise now from £2,158
Autumn Escape to the Canary Islands & Madeira
Departing 2 October 2026
Sailing from London, Tilbury
Step aboard Ambience for a sailing south to the autumn sun. Start with calls in historic Santiago de Compostela, the glorious Canary Isles, and floral paradise Madeira ahead of two final stops in vibrant Lisbon and Leixões for Porto.
Ports of call La Coruna for Santiago de Compostela | Funchal Santa Cruz de La Palma | Santa Cruz de Tenerife | Las Palmas Arrecife | Lisbon | Leixões for Porto
& Mediterranean Autumn Sun
Departing 3 November 2026
Sailing
Ambience
This late-autumn cruise is crammed with memorable highlights, as you head south via Ceuta on Africa’s north coast. A collection of Mediterranean gems follow, including stops in Málaga, Mallorca, Tunis and Corfu before Ambience heads to the Adriatic for stops in scenic Dubrovnik, romance city Venice and Syracuse.
Ports of call Ceuta | Málaga | Palma de Mallorca
La Goulette for Tunis | Argostoli | Corfu | Dubrovnik | Kotor | Split
Zadar | Trieste for Venice | Syracuse | Valencia | Lisbon | El Ferrol
Arrecife, Spain
Bergen, Norway
Alta, Norway
Kotor, Montenegro
Christmas & New Year Sailing to Spain & Portugal
Departing 20
Ambience heads south for the festive season in search of winter warmth in Iberia. Drop anchor in vibrant Porto and elegant Lisbon, before taking in Spain’s Costa Del Sol with visits to Almeria, Málaga, Gibraltar and Seville. Finally, complete your cruise in historic and captivating Santiago de Compostela.
Ports of call Leixões for Porto | Lisbon | Almeria | Málaga Gibraltar | Cadiz for Seville | Vigo for Santiago de Compostela
5-day cruise now from £538
Discover Hamburg’s Festive Delights
Departing 6 December 2026
Sailing from London, Tilbury on-board Ambience
Celebrate the festive season in style with a special Christmastime cruise along across the Europe’s northern waters. Whether you’d prefer to watch the world glide by on deck or sip a cocktail or two in the on-board bar, enjoy Ambience’s on-board facilities, and treat yourself to first-class entertainment throughout your stay. Drop anchor in the exquisite German harbour city of Hamburg and indulge your festive spirit with time spent exploring its magical Christmas markets.
Ports of call Hamburg
6-day cruise
Christmas Markets of Germany, Holland & Belgium
Departing 13 December 2026
Sailing from London, Tilbury on-board Ambience
Get your Christmas season off to a memorable start by stepping aboard Ambience, dressed in her festive finery, and enjoying a comfortable six-day stay aboard the ship. Calls in charming Bremen, with its glittering decorations, and colourful Amsterdam, add to the festive pleasures ahead of a final call in Belgium’s stunning canal-lined hub, Bruges.
Ports of call Bremerhaven for Bremen | Ljmuiden for Amsterdam Zeebrugge for Bruges
Hamburg, Germany
Bruges, Belgium
Porto, Portugal Santiago de Compostela, Spain
46-day cruise now from £5,878
Ambassador’s Caribbean Adventure including Mexico & Colombia
Departing 3 January 2027 | Sailing from London, Tilbury on-board Ambience
This cruise crosses the Atlantic to the warmth of some of the world’s most idyllic island paradises – a voyage of discovery full of colour and excitement, with time spent on deck soaking up the sun and stepping ashore to enjoy a host of enthralling ports of call, including Bermuda, Mexico and the Cayman Isles.
ports of call
Ponta Delgada | Bridgetown | Willemstad | Oranjestad
Santa Marta | Cartegena | Colon for Panama City
Puerto Limon | Roatán | Costa Maya | Cozumel | Progreso
George Town | Montego Bay | Santo Domingo | St. John’s
Praia de Vitoria
and
Cozumel, Mexico Havana, Cuba
Costa Maya, Mexico Panama City, Panama
Bridgetown, Barbados
Ponta Delgada
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From London, Tilbury
Norway’s Land of the Northern Lights
Departing 1 March 2027 | Sailing from London, Tilbury on-board Ambience
Join Ambience and head north in search of the celestial wonder that has bewitched and enchanted generations. Journey along Western Norway’s stunning coastline, taking in Haugesund, the birthplace of unified Norway, Trondheim, northern metropolis Tromsø, Alta, Harstad and Fjordland jewel Narvik, before concluding in the verdant fjord town of Åndalsnes.
ports of call
Haugesund | Molde | Trondheim | Tromsø | Alta | Harstad Narvik | Åndalsnes
Tromsø, Norway
Havana, Cuba
Narvik, Norway Haugesund, Norway
Alta, Norway
Delights of Western France & Spain Explorer
Departing 17 February 2027
Sailing from London, Tilbury
Sail from London Tilbury and take in a host of European gems, from medieval Brest and Bilbao to Gijón and elegant Bordeaux. Further stops in artistic Honfleur and charming Bruges crown the voyage.
Ports of call Brest | El Ferrol for Bilbao | Gijón | Santander Le Verdon for Bordeaux | Cherbourg | Honfleur Zeebrugge for Bruges
8-day cruise now from £998
Springtime Fjordlands
Departing 18 March 2027
Sailing from London, Tilbury on-board Ambience
This hugely popular itinerary sees Ambience head into the magnificent Norwegian fjords as they awaken from their winter slumber. Stop to take in pretty Eidfjord, deep within magnificent Hardangerfjord, before continuing along the spellbinding Austefjorden. A stop in remote Flåm, home to the famous mountain railway follows ahead of a final visit to he former Viking stronghold of Haugesund. After a spectacular week taking in Norway’s immaculate fjordland, return to the UK.
Ports of call Eidfjord | Austefjorden | Flåm | Haugesund
5-day cruise now from £578
Easter Short Break to Hamburg
Departing 25 March 2027
Sailing from London, Tilbury on-board Ambience
Unwind on the open sea with this special Easter getaway to picturesque Hamburg, a canal-lined hub on Germany’s northern coast. Make the most of Ambience’s exquisite facilities, from time spent on its sun deck and a cocktail or two from one of her bars to the incredible on-board entertainment. Make the most of the mild weather with time spent exploring Hamburg’s colourful maritime past and historic landmarks before Ambience makes her way back across the North Sea to London Tilbury.
Ports of call Hamburg
Eidfjord, Norway
Hamburg, Germany
Bordeaux, France Honfleur, France
Sunshine Escape to Iberia & North Africa
Departing 29 March 2027 | Sailing from London, Tilbury on-board Ambience
Step aboard sleek, welcoming Ambience and head south on this winter-warming cruise, starting with stops in Leixões for wine-producing Porto and the stunning Portuguese capital, Lisbon. Cross the Mediterranean to elegant Casablanca, Tangier and Ceuta, before returning via Galician Vigo with a stop in historic Santiago de Compostela.
ports of call
Leixões for Porto | Lisbon | Casablanca | Tangier Ceuta | Vigo for Santiago de Compostela
Santiago de Compostella, Spain
Havana, Cuba
Tangier, Morocco Porto, Portugal
Casablanca, Morocco
Ambition Deck Plan
Symbol Legend Cabin Category Legend
All categories with ocean view unless stated. Cabins that are partially/fully obstructed are markedº. All single cabins can convert to twin bedded. Most twin cabins convert to double bedded.
Please note: Some single categories only have a single bed.
Ambition Deck Plan May 2024 UK Edition
This plan shows the location of cabins and public areas only as a guide. It is not drawn to scale. The cabin and public room configurations are believed to be correct at the time of production.
Ambience Deck Plan
Symbol Legend Cabin Category Legend
All categories with ocean view unless stated. Cabins that are partially/fully obstructed are markedº. All single cabins can convert to twin bedded. Most twin cabins convert to double bedded.
Please note: Some single categories only have a single bed.
Ambition Deck Plan May 2024 UK Edition
This plan shows the location of cabins and public areas only as a guide. It is not drawn to scale. The cabin and public room configurations are believed to be correct at the time of production.
Ambassador Cruise Line’s 2025-26 calendar of sailings