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| 1 | Saturday, October 18, 2025 | Southampton, Great Britain | Embark | 6:00 PM |
Southampton, UK, is a city and major port situated on the south coast of England, and is widely recognised as the capital of the country’s cruise industry. Each year more and more cruise liners take advantage of its superb cruise terminals. It is, of course, a gateway to Europe’s largest city, the enormous cosmopolitan city of London, with all the cultural and gastronomic attractions you'd expect from a world capital. Read more about Southampton, Great Britain |
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| 2 | Sunday, October 19, 2025 | At Sea | ||
| 3 | Monday, October 20, 2025 | Hamburg, Germany | 7:00 AM | 9:00 PM |
Hamburg is a major transport hub in Northern Germany and is one of the most affluent cities in Europe. Located on the river Elbe, some 110 km from its mouth in the North Sea, the port can take the world’s largest cruise ships. The birthplace of Johannes Brahms, who spent his early formative years in the city, it is renowned for its numerous musicals, operas and orchestral presentations. Read more about Hamburg, Germany |
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| 4 | Tuesday, October 21, 2025 | At Sea | ||
| 5 | Wednesday, October 22, 2025 | Rotterdam, Netherlands | 6:00 AM | |
Rotterdam - located at the Rhine-Meuse-Scheldt delta on the North Sea - is the largest port in Europe, and a perfect starting point for excursions to the cities of Holland. Few cities rebounded as quickly as Rotterdam following the Nazi invasion, which levelled the medieval heart of town, burning most of it to the ground. Today some of Europe's most bold contemporary architecture, such as the unique Cube Houses, can be found amid classic 18th and 19th C buildings in this, the greatest comeback city in the world. Read more about Rotterdam, Netherlands |
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| 6 | Thursday, October 23, 2025 | Rotterdam, Netherlands | 7:00 PM | |
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Rotterdam - located at the Rhine-Meuse-Scheldt delta on the North Sea - is the largest port in Europe, and a perfect starting point for excursions to the cities of Holland. Few cities rebounded as quickly as Rotterdam following the Nazi invasion, which levelled the medieval heart of town, burning most of it to the ground. Today some of Europe's most bold contemporary architecture, such as the unique Cube Houses, can be found amid classic 18th and 19th C buildings in this, the greatest comeback city in the world. Read more about Rotterdam, Netherlands |
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| 7 | Friday, October 24, 2025 | Zeebrugge, Belgium | 7:00 AM | 5:00 PM |
The port city of Zeebrugge is a harbour town at the western end of the Belgian coast and a subdivision of the city of Bruges - one of the best preserved cities in Europe - for which it is the modern port. The new port has reinvigorated the city as an art and tourist centre for northern Europe. Upon visiting Bruges you will immediately notice that this city has always carefully cherished its architectural and artistic treasures from the past, but what makes Bruges so unique though is the way it deals with this past today. Read more about Zeebrugge, Belgium |
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| 8 | Saturday, October 25, 2025 | Southampton, Great Britain | 6:00 AM | Disembark |
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Southampton, UK, is a city and major port situated on the south coast of England, and is widely recognised as the capital of the country’s cruise industry. Each year more and more cruise liners take advantage of its superb cruise terminals. It is, of course, a gateway to Europe’s largest city, the enormous cosmopolitan city of London, with all the cultural and gastronomic attractions you'd expect from a world capital. Read more about Southampton, Great Britain |
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This new ship, at 183,900 GT and with up to 5200 passengers, will be an attraction in itself. MS Iona will be the first cruise ship built for the British market to be powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG), to make her more environmentally friendly.
BA, B6, B5, B4, CV, CW, CY, CZ
Aft and Forward Suites are always special, giving guests the ultimate experience of relaxation in their own boutique-hotel haven. A luxurious space is created as the doors of interconnecting rooms open fully to create a larger, brighter studio ambience.The furniture and material selection is focused on guest relaxation and comfort: light tones create the additional spacious experience. Furniture, including sofas, ottomans and lounge chairs, is upholstered in sands, beiges and off-whites. In the spacious bathroom, the double sink units set in stunning black marble are a striking focal point, surrounded by elegant white marble walls and floor tiling. No Balcony in these suites.As with all suites, guests benefit from the clever configuration of different interior zones with separate lounge and bedroom areas, segregated dressing areas and spacious en suite bathrooms. Personal Butler and a range of in-suite dining options.
EA, EB, ED, EE, EF, GA, GB, GC, GD, GE, QZ, GF, GZ
There are four options to choose from ndash; Deluxe (the most spacious), Balcony, Single and Standard Balcony ndash; all of which offer an extended private space in which to relax and unwind. From enjoying a cup of tea in the morning to watching the sun set with a drink, guests can relax in their own private area. Balcony cabins also allow greater flexibility for outdoor dining using the Room Service menu.For larger groups and families, the internal spaces have been skilfully designed to include attractive built-in drop-down bunk beds and flexible sleeping arrangements that maximise space and seating by day and provide comfortable bedding by night.
LF, LC, LB
The clever design of these cabin types maximises storage options and all cabins boast the personal touches that create a stylish and homely atmosphere - including tea and coffee-making facilities (with tasty biscuits provided daily), a well-stocked fridge, in-cabin TV with a host of channels to choose from, and a bathroom boasting soft cotton towels and quality toiletries courtesy of The White Company.
OA, PA, PB, PD, PC, PE, PF, SZ
The clever design of these cabin types maximises storage options and all cabins boast the personal touches that create a stylish and homely atmosphere - including tea and coffee-making facilities (with tasty biscuits provided daily), a well-stocked fridge, in-cabin TV with a host of channels to choose from, and a bathroom boasting soft cotton towels and quality toiletries courtesy of The White Company.
Cabin has one additional bed (sofa bed)
Balconies visible from Promenade Deck
Cabin has two additional beds, one in the form of a single sofa bed and one in the form of a pull-down bed
Cabin has no balcony
Steel fronted balcony
Cabins with inter-connecting doors
Cabins have obstructed view
All adapted cabins have a shower only, with the exception of Suites/Mini-suites which have standard bath and separate shower. 
P&O Cruises UK Onboard Credit
Whichever sailing you choose, receive the best available fare.
Includes:• Onboard credit for cruise 7+ nights• Cruise only - including all main meals, entertainment and more*
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Viking Expedition Explorer Sale
Book a select Viking Expedition cruise and your cruising companion flies free up to the value of $2,400*PLUS a bonus $500 shipboard credit per booking*Includes:• One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call• Unlimited free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)• Enrichment lectures & destination performances• Alternative restaurant dining at no extra charge• Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner• 24-hour specialty coffees, teas & bottled water• Onboard gratuities
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Cruiseline: P&O Cruises UK Ship: Iona Departure: Saturday, October 18, 2025 Nights: 7 nights Departs: Southampton Returns: Southampton
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Saturday | 8am to 4pm
Sunday | Closed
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