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Featured Ambassador Cruise Line Cruises

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No-Fly 2025/26 Christmas in the Canaries

Ambience 20 Dec 2025 18 nights No-Fly Cruise London Tilbury

Traditional No-Fly Cruising from a UK Port*

Full-board Cruising | Pound Sterling on board*

Adults Only Premium Value Cruising*

Pound sterling on board*

Itinerary: London (Tilbury) - Leixoes - Lisbon, Portugal ★Christmas Eve★ - Casablanca, for Marrakesh - Arrecife, Lanzarote - Santa Cruz de Tenerife - Las Palmas, Gran Canaria - Funchal,...
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Inside from £1,539pp

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No-Fly 2025 Ireland & Normandy Discovery

Ambition 30 Oct 2025 8 nights No-Fly Cruise Liverpool

Traditional No-Fly Cruising from a UK Port*

Full-board Cruising | Pound Sterling on board*

Adults Only Premium Value Cruising*

Sail on the newest ship in the fleet*

Itinerary: Liverpool, UK - Cobh, for Cork,UK - Cherbourg, France - Honfleur - Belfast - Liverpool, UK
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Inside from £709pp

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No-Fly 2025 Viking Heritage Voyage

Ambience 04 Dec 2025 8 nights No-Fly Cruise London Tilbury

SAVE 50% off the Ambassador Expedition Drinks Package with INCLUDED Gratuities*

Traditional No-Fly Cruising from a UK Port*

Adults Only Premium Value Cruising*

Pound sterling on board*

Itinerary: London (Tilbury) - Gothenburg, Sweden - Copenhagen - Oslo - cruise Oslofjord, Norway - Kristiansund, Norway - London (Tilbury)
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Inside from £659pp

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Popular Ambassador Cruise Line Offers

Kefalonia in Greece
save 50% off 2nd guest

2026/27 No-Fly Buy One, Get One Half Price Sale From Only £62pp per night | SAVE 20% off Expedition Drinks Package | Adults-Only from a UK Port

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Why sail with Ambassador Cruise Line


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TANTALISING RESTAURANTS

TANTALISING RESTAURANTS

GREAT ENTERTAINMENT

GREAT ENTERTAINMENT

GUEST SPEAKERS

GUEST SPEAKERS

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Pound Sterling on board


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The History of Ambassador Cruise Line


Ambassador Cruise Line launched in 2021 and was the first new British cruise line to do so since 2010. As adult-focused, age-inclusive and with a focus on premium value, Ambassador sails for the British market from London Tilbury.

Borough Market, Ambassador Cruise Line

Borough Market, Ambassador Cruise Line

Botanical Lounge, Ambassador Cruise Line

Botanical Lounge, Ambassador Cruise Line

Palladium, Ambassador Cruise Line

Palladium, Ambassador Cruise Line

Palladium, Ambassador Cruise Line

Palladium, Ambassador Cruise Line

Saffron, Ambassador Cruise Line

Saffron, Ambassador Cruise Line

Ambassador Cruise Line Ships

There are two ships in the Ambassador Cruise Line fleet, Ambience and Ambition. Ambience is the cruise line’s flagship and was named after Ambassador’s aim to create the optimum atmosphere while her sister, Ambition, was aptly named to further emphasise the cruise line’s commitment to inspire and delight.


Onboard Experience

Accommodation

Ambassador Cruise Line wants you to feel most comfortable in your cabin accommodation. A home-from-home, if you will. Guests can choose from four cabin categories; Inside, Outside, Balcony and Suite. All cabins have a range of impressive amenities and personal touches; make yourself at home with tea and coffee-making facilities, take advantage of a hair dryer and personal safe and enjoy a flat-screen TV for all your entertainment needs (including a range of house movies, news, documentaries and ship information channels).

Single sailor? No problem! Whether you’re travelling alone or just want your own space, Ambassador Cruise Line has a number of cabins dedicated to single occupancy. Choose from Super Inside Single cabins, Standard Ocean View Single cabins, Superior Ocean View Single cabins, Premium Ocean View Single cabins and Super Plus Balcony Single cabins.

Dining

Exceptional service and authentic flavours come as standard on an Ambassador Cruise Line cruise. With venues for every mood, like the elegant Buckingham Restaurant to Borough Market, where flavours from around the world come together, your every dining wish is catered for.

Got a special occasion or simply want to celebrate the every day during your time aboard? On Ambience, you can choose from four specialities dining options including Saffron, which offers Indian gastronomy, Sea & Grass, which offers a choice of prime Dry-Aged cuts, Olympia Taverna, which offers traditional Greek cuisine and Chef’s Table, which offers the ultimate culinary experience with a VIP multi-course dinner especially created and hosted by the Executive Chef.

Entertainment

Ambassador Cruise Line’s Entertainment and Enrichment Programme offers a whole host of opportunities to learn, laugh, listen and surprise yourself. From calligraphy to cocktail-making classes, there really is something for everyone. Elsewhere on board, guests can enjoy an itinerary of performances from the cruise line’s onboard entertainment team, Ambassador Theatre Company. Be wowed by musical experiences, guest speakers and comedy acts or learn from photographic experts, like-minded literature lovers and arts and crafts specialists.


Destinations

Sailing to all four corners of the world, Ambassador Cruise Line has an itinerary for you. On a British Isles cruise, you’ll have the opportunity to unearth the hidden gems on our doorstep. During a cruise to Australia, you’ll witness the juxtaposition of the flaming red of the outback and the refreshing blue of coastal waters. Enjoy life down under as you experience a country full to the brim with contrasts. While on a Canary Islands cruise, you’ll soak up the sun and dive into the beautiful, diverse culture that each island boasts.

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From the Blog

Frequently Asked Questions about Ambassador Cruise Line

Can I access the internet while onboard a Ambassador cruise ship?

Yes, Wi-Fi packages are available to purchase once onboard. Prices start from £9.99.


Can I smoke onboard a Ambassador cruise ship?

Guests are requested to smoke only in the designated smoking areas on open decks.


Can I take alcohol onboard a Ambassador cruise ship?

Guests are prohibited from bringing alcohol aboard at embarkation. Any alcohol purchases made ashore during the cruise should be handed to security upon re-joining the ship.


Do I need to pay for gratuities with Ambassador Cruise Lines?

Gratuities will automatically be charged to your onboard account at £6 per person per night or £5 per person per night for cruises of 16 nights or more. If you purchase a drinks package, gratuities will be included in the price.


How do I pay for onboard purchases with Ambassador Cruise Lines?

An account is opened for you at the start of your cruise for purchasing goods and services onboard. All purchases are charged to your shipboard account and a final invoice is presented at the end of your cruise, itemising all charges. This can be settled by MasterCard, Visa credit card or Visa debit card.


Is room service available with Ambassador Cruise Lines?

Yes. You will find a 24-hour room service menu in your cabin, offering a range of drinks and snacks, both hot and cold. Room service costs will be charged to your onboard account.


What currency is used onboard Ambassador Cruise Line?

All prices onboard Ambassador Cruise Line’s ships are quoted in pound sterling.


What is the dress code onboard Ambassador Cruise Line?

The dress code on an Ambassador Cruise Line cruise is casual during the day. For evenings onboard, the Daily Programme will suggest, as a guide, a mode of dress for that particular evening’s events.


Are drinks packages available with Ambassador Cruise Lines?

Yes, Ambassador Cruise Line offers a selection of drinks packages: Ambassador Experience Package (Non-Alcoholic), Ambassador Explorer Package (Standard) and the Ambassador Expedition Package (Premium). The prices vary depending on departure date and number of nights. All drinks packages include gratuities.


The Sun Travel Awards 2023 - Best in Cruise
Group Leisure Award - 2023
Silver Travel Awards
Cruise Critic 2023 - Cruisers' Choice
Gold Trusted Service Award
Best Cruise Line for No-Fly Cruise Holidays
Cruise Critic 2022 - Editors Picks