Celebrity cruises to the British Isles

Where do Celebrity Cruises go in the British Isles?

Celebrity Cruises covers an impressive arc of destinations from its British Isles sailings, with Norway leading the way as the most popular region, followed by dedicated British Isles itineraries, England coastal voyages, transatlantic crossings, western Mediterranean routes, and sailings touching Portugal. Most depart from Southampton, with a good share leaving from Amsterdam, and a small number sailing from Florida. Voyage lengths run from 7 to 18 nights, with a median of 12 nights — long enough to take in a proper sweep of coastline at a relaxed pace.

Which regions can I sail to?

Norway

Norway is where the majority of these sailings head, and it is easy to see why. The fjords, the steep-sided inlets carved by glaciers over millennia, are extraordinary from the deck of a ship — and Celebrity’s Edge-class vessels bring wide-open outdoor spaces and floor-to-ceiling views that make the most of the scenery. Most Norway sailings depart from Southampton, so if you are flying in from Australia, a short connection to Southampton and you are on board. If you want to build a few days in England around your cruise, our team can arrange that too.

British Isles

The dedicated British Isles itineraries weave around the coastlines of England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland — coastal towns, island harbours, and the kind of scenery you only see from the water. These sailings suit anyone who wants to explore the region without the cost and hassle of travelling between cities by land. Southampton is the main departure point, which makes the logistics straightforward for Australians flying into the UK.

England and coastal routes

A handful of sailings focus specifically on England and its coastline, offering a tighter itinerary for those who want to spend more time at each port. These shorter, focused voyages pair well with a few pre- or post-cruise nights in a city, and Cruise1st can bundle those hotel nights into your booking.

Transatlantic crossings

A small number of sailings are transatlantic repositioning voyages — one-way ocean crossings that begin at one continent and end at another. These are genuinely different to a port-hopping itinerary: days at sea, a sense of occasion, and a voyage that finishes in a different country from where it started. If you are looking at a one-way crossing, a domestic or international flight connects the two ends, and our team can build that into your package so nothing is left for you to sort separately.

Western Mediterranean and Portugal

A small selection of sailings reach into the western Mediterranean and as far as Portugal, broadening the choice for anyone who wants a different backdrop to their Celebrity cruise. These itineraries tend to depart from Amsterdam or Southampton, and some sail as part of a longer repositioning voyage.

Which ports do these sailings depart from?

The majority of Celebrity’s British Isles sailings depart from Southampton — England’s busiest cruise port. For Australians, flying into the UK and connecting to Southampton is a manageable journey, and we can arrange transfers so you arrive at the port with nothing to worry about. If you want a night or two in England before you sail, we can add that hotel stay to your booking.

A significant share of sailings depart from Amsterdam. Flying directly to the Netherlands is straightforward from most Australian capitals, and Amsterdam is a city worth arriving a day early for. Our team can put together flights, a pre-cruise hotel in Amsterdam and your transfers to the port as one package. Check out sailings from Southampton in 2027 or sailings from Southampton in 2028 if you want to compare departure options across different years.

A small number of sailings depart from Florida — Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) and Port Canaveral. Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) and Miami are about half an hour apart, so a Florida trip can sail from either — worth checking both when you are comparing options. Fort Lauderdale cruises are worth browsing if you are planning to travel through the US before joining your ship.

Which ships sail these routes?

3 Celebrity ships cover these itineraries, each with its own personality. Here is what sets each one apart.

Celebrity Apex

Celebrity Apex is the only Forbes Travel Guide four-star-rated resort at sea among the Edge-class ships — a distinction that speaks to the quality of service and the overall experience on board. The Magic Carpet, a cantilevered platform that travels across 13 deck levels, functions as a restaurant, a sundeck and a live-music bar depending on the time of day — there is nothing else like it at sea. The 22,000 sq ft spa, designed by Kelly Hoppen, and the three-storey Eden venue — where Cirque-style performers create an atmosphere unlike any other ship’s atrium — make Celebrity Apex feel genuinely special.

Celebrity Apex carries the most sailings. When you are choosing your cabin, the Celebrity Apex cabins and deck plans page shows every grade and its position on the ship.

• Deluxe Inside cabin (DI) — 18.8 m²: around 2 m² more than a standard inside cabin, with a larger bathroom and extra storage — a good choice for a longer voyage where you want some breathing room.
• Deluxe Sea-view cabin (DO) — 22.1 m²: a large unobstructed window brings natural light and sea views that inside cabins simply cannot offer.
• Sunset Veranda Stateroom (SV) — 21.2 m²: an aft-facing balcony of around 8.3 m² gives you spectacular sunsets from your own private outdoor space — a perspective other balcony grades on the ship do not get.
• Iconic Suite (IC) with private hot tub — 239.8 m²: nearly 240 m² across two bedrooms and two bathrooms, with a private hot tub; more than four times the size of a Celebrity Suite and the largest accommodation on board.

Celebrity Beyond

Celebrity Beyond is the most spacious ship in the Edge class — wider and longer than her predecessors — and the additional room shows in the generous open-air spaces and the float pools that give you boundless views of the sea. The ship’s proportions allow for wide promenades and deck spaces that never feel crowded, even on sea days.

See the full range of accommodation options on the Celebrity Beyond cabins and deck plans page.

• Deluxe Inside cabin (DI) — 18.8 m²: the most spacious inside cabin on the ship, with roughly 2 m² more than a standard inside — worth it on a 12-night voyage.
• Deluxe Ocean-view cabin (DO) — 22.1 m²: the largest ocean-view cabin available, around 3.5 m² bigger than the standard ocean-view grade.
• Sunset Veranda Stateroom (SV) — 21.2 m²: an aft balcony of 8.3 m² — more than twice the outdoor space of a standard veranda cabin — with room for loungers and a proper sea view.
• Iconic Suite (IC) — 239.8 m²: 360° panoramic views from high above the bridge, sleeping up to 6; the largest and most luxurious suite in the entire Celebrity fleet.

Celebrity Eclipse

Celebrity Eclipse was renovated in 2021, refreshing the Solstice-class interior across all venues while keeping the timeless elegance the class is known for. The Lawn Club on the top deck — real grass at sea, unique to this class of ship — is a genuine talking point: a place for cocktails and outdoor cinema evenings with the wake behind you. The Le Petit Chef experience at Qsine uses 3D table-top projection to turn every course into a miniature culinary performance — something worth booking early as tables fill quickly.

Explore accommodation on the Celebrity Eclipse cabins and deck plans page.

• Prime Inside cabin (I1) — 17.0 m²: 17 m² with a seating area, giving you 1 m² more than a standard inside cabin — useful extra room for two weeks’ luggage.
• Prime Sea-view cabin (O1) — 16.4 m²: a large unobstructed window for natural light and sea views that inside cabins do not have.
• Deluxe Veranda (DV) — 19.1 m²: around 1 m² more than a standard veranda cabin, giving a little extra room to relax after a day ashore.
• Penthouse Suite (PS) with private hot tub — 156.1 m²: the largest suite on Celebrity Eclipse at approximately 156.1 m², more than twice the space of the Royal Suite, with a private hot tub.

Are these sailings all-inclusive?

Every Celebrity Cruises sailing is all-inclusive, which makes budgeting for a longer voyage considerably easier. Drinks, gratuities and Wi-Fi are typically covered, so once you are on board you are not watching the tab add up at every meal and every bar. If you want to know exactly which inclusions apply to a specific fare, our Australian cruise experts can walk you through the options before you book — it is the kind of detail that makes a real difference to the overall cost of your holiday.

What discounts are available on Celebrity British Isles cruises?

Every sailing is reduced from its previously listed cabin price, with savings of up to 40% on one departure — though it is worth knowing that most reduced sailings are discounted by around 6%, so the headline figure applies to a single outlier rather than across the board. All discounts are measured against the price previously listed for that cabin grade on that sailing. Our Best Price Guarantee means that if you find a lower price elsewhere after booking with Cruise1st, we will match it.

How to book your Celebrity British Isles cruise from Australia

Every sailing departs from the UK, the Netherlands or the United States, so this trip is the centrepiece of a longer journey from Australia. That is actually one of the reasons it is worth booking with a specialist. Our Australian cruise experts — available seven days a week — can build a complete holiday around your sailing: flights from any Australian capital, pre- and post-cruise hotel nights, transfers between the airport and the port, and any shore tours you want to add. Everything goes on one booking, one itinerary, one point of contact.

If you are considering Celebrity cruises departing from Sydney, those are a completely separate set of sailings — worth a look if you would rather start your voyage at home. For all-inclusive options in a different region, all-inclusive Mediterranean cruises in 2027 are another popular choice from Australian travellers. You can also browse the full range of Celebrity Cruises and British Isles options across all departure points and years.

Wherever you are flying from, sailings from Southampton in 2026 and sailings from Southampton in 2027 give you a closer look at what is available by year, so you can plan around your preferred travel dates. For a broader picture of what Celebrity Cruises offers across all destinations, the Celebrity Cruises deals page is the best place to start.

Make it a full holiday

A Celebrity cruise to the British Isles or Norway works best as part of a complete trip. Cruise1st can add flights from your nearest Australian airport, hotel nights before and after the cruise, private transfers, shore excursions and travel insurance — bundled together as a Cruise1st Package or built to a custom itinerary. Nothing is left loose for you to sort out separately, which is especially valuable when the cruise itself is on the other side of the world.

For a different style of European voyage, Mediterranean cruises in 2027 and Mediterranean cruise deals are worth considering alongside the British Isles options.

Where a discount is shown, it is a reduction from the price previously listed for that cabin grade on that sailing, not a comparison between cabin grades or against a brochure rate. Discounts and prices shown are not kept up to date: the reduction available now may be smaller, or may have ended, and prices may have changed.