Luxury Small Ship Cruises Deals & Offers

Small ships cruises are all about personalised service, a cosy atmosphere and itineraries which focus on discovering new destinations rather than flashy facilities. Whilst you may not have climbing walls, zip wires and trampoline parks on-board your small ship, you will be able to enjoy gourmet meals, free-flowing wine and excellent enrichment programmes.

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Jewels of Europe

13 May 2024

14 Nights

Scenic Jasper

Danube

Save up to 35% PLUS FREE Private Chauffeur Door to Door Transfers*

Cruise Only From

Now: £5290 pp

REF: SCENICSTC130524-1

Jewels of Europe

13 May 2024

14 Nights

Scenic Crystal

Northern Europe

Save up to 35% PLUS FREE Private Chauffeur Door to Door Transfers*

Cruise Only From

Now: £4885 pp

REF: SCENICSTC130524-2

Jewels of Europe with Paris

13 May 2024

14 Nights

Scenic Crystal

Danube

Save up to 35% PLUS FREE Private Chauffeur Door to Door Transfers*

Cruise Only From

Now: £6404 pp

REF: SCENICCRPA130524-2

North Sea to the Black Sea with Turkey

13 May 2024

29 Nights

Scenic Jasper

Rhine,Danube

Cruise Only From

Now: £12004 pp

REF: SCENICABBI130524-1

North Sea to the Black Sea

13 May 2024

21 Nights

Scenic Jasper

Rhine,Danube

Cruise Only From

Now: £9046 pp

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Cochin to Singapore

13 May 2024

11 Nights

Silver Cloud

Asia

Cruise Only From

Now: £5634 pp

REF: SILVERE4240513S11

Essential Alaska

13 May 2024

7 Nights

Regatta

Alaska

Flash Sale Event - Save up to 35%*!

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~~was: £3329pp~~
Now: £2816 pp

REF: OCEANIAREG240513

Majestic Africa

13 May 2024

20 Nights

Insignia

Africa

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Now: £4731 pp

REF: OCEANIAINS240513

Hamburg Short Break

Hamburg | Southampton

14 May 2024

2 Nights

Queen Mary 2

Northern Europe

Fly Cruise From

Now: £440 pp

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Southampton to Southampton

14 May 2024

10 Nights

Silver Dawn

Northern Europe

Departs from the UK

Fly Cruise From

Now: £7449 pp

REF: SILVERDA240514010

Jewels of Europe

15 May 2024

14 Nights

Scenic Jewel

Danube

Save up to 35% PLUS FREE Private Chauffeur Door to Door Transfers*

Cruise Only From

Now: £5136 pp

REF: SCENICSTC150524-1

Jewels of Europe

15 May 2024

14 Nights

Scenic Jade

Northern Europe

Save up to 35% PLUS FREE Private Chauffeur Door to Door Transfers*

Cruise Only From

Now: £4885 pp

REF: SCENICSTC150524-2

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Small cruise ships are perfect for those who long to explore the world by sea but baulk at the thought of bustling atriums, buffet queues and booming nightclubs. If you’d rather head off the beaten track and discover less-visited hidden gems rather than the congested overcrowded ports frequented on a daily basis by larger cruise ships, then a luxury cruise on a small ship could be just what you’re looking for.

Small cruise ships sailing from the UK

There are plenty of small ships across luxury cruise fleets, including Silversea and Seabourn. Many of these also depart from the UK, meaning they are a great choice for cruisers looking for their next getaway. Take a look at our luxury cruises from the UK for a chance to set sail on your next incredible holiday.

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Small luxury cruise ships

These small luxury cruise ships each have fewer than 500 passengers:

Regent Seven Seas Cruises – Seven Seas Navigator
Seabourn – Seabourn Quest, Seabourn Sojourn, Seabourn Odyssey, Seabourn Venture
Scenic – Scenic Eclipse, Scenic Eclipse II
Silversea - Silver Shadow, Silver Whisper, Silver Wind, Silver Origin
Emerald Yacht Cruises - Emerald Azzurra

Where can you sail on a small ship cruise?

One advantage of smaller cruise ships is that due to their size, they are able to slip into some of the most remote ports of call. On-board the world's best small luxury cruise ships, you can expect to experience some of the world’s most remote islands, hidden harbours and secluded coves. You’ll have access to many of the more elite destinations too, including the treasures of the Mediterranean, Asia and elsewhere, offering you the chance to delve into fascinating cultures or simply enjoy the spectacular unspoiled scenery. Alternatively, small ship cruises from Southampton offer a convenient way to start your luxury cruise holiday.

Expedition cruises

Many small cruise ships are expedition ships, with reinforced hulls to slice through ice and the ability to sail close to shore and dock in the smallest of ports. The aim of expedition cruising is to head off the beaten track and experience the culture, landscape and wildlife of rarely-explored regions. Destinations include the Galapagos, Australia, the South Pacific, the Arctic and the Antarctic. If you’d like to embark on the voyage of a lifetime, discovering some of the planet’s most remote destinations, take a look at our selection of expedition cruises and their small ships:

Celebrity Cruises – Celebrity Flora, Celebrity Xpedition, Celebrity Xploration
Seabourn – Seabourn Venture
Silversea – Silver Galapagos, Silver Explorer, Silver Cloud, Silver Origin

When it comes to small, luxury cruises, we are the experts. No matter where you want to go in the world, we will help create the perfect holiday, tailor-made for you. So, call your personal expert Cruise Concierge on 0808 274 9579 today, and secure your ideal small ship cruise escape.