Ambassador Cruise Line has confirmed that its first-ever season of sailings from Portsmouth will begin in April, making cruising available for more holidaymakers.
Ambassador will operate three cruises onboard its second lady of the sea, Ambition, departing Portsmouth International Port in 2026.
The cruises will take guests to locations including France, Holland, Portugal and Ireland, ranging from six to ten nights. Guests can look forward to outstanding cuisine, a wide programme of entertainment, comfortable cabins and attentive service.
Andrew Williamson, head of cruise and ferry at Portsmouth International Port said: “We are delighted to welcome Ambassador Cruise Line to Portsmouth for its inaugural no-fly season. Having previously welcomed Ambition and Ambience on calling cruises into the city, we have built up a strong relationship with their team who share our values delivering a premium passenger service with a personal touch.
“With Ambassador specialising in UK regional cruising, Portsmouth is perfectly placed to welcome passengers from across the south coast, with direct motorway access and connections to London and beyond.”
“Our guests value the simplicity and convenience of no-fly cruising, and the launch of Portsmouth, as a new departure port, provides the ideal gateway for guests living across the South of England.”
Christian Verhounig, CEO, Ambassador Cruise Line
Up until now, Ambassador’s two no-fly cruise ships, Ambition and Ambience, sailed from Newcastle, Tilbury, Liverpool, Dundee, Bristol and Belfast.
The cruise line also launched its third ship, 1,200-passenger Renaissance, last autumn enabling its first ever Caribbean fly-cruise season.
Christian Verhounig, chief executive officer at Ambassador Cruise Line added: “Launching our first season of sailings from Portsmouth is a significant moment for Ambassador and an important step in expanding our regional departure programme. Our guests value the simplicity and convenience of no-fly cruising, and the launch of Portsmouth, as a new departure port, provides the ideal gateway for guests living across the South of England.”
2027 sailings from Portsmouth
Four cruises onboard Ambition will depart from Portsmouth in 2027. Groups will be able to experience Norwegian fjords, coastal landscapes on both sides of the English Channel, the Iberian Peninsula or a two-night taster sailing.
- Melting Horizons: A Norwegian Spring Voyage - Ten nights departing 9th April 2027. Norwegian cruise that sails through fjords and visits coastal towns with stops in Haugesund, Eidfjord, Stavanger and Flam.
- Seaside Charms: From Cherbourg to Guernsey - Nine nights departing 19th April 2027. Discover local culture through traditional music, hearty cuisine, and lively festivals on both sides of the English Channel, visiting towns including Lorient and St Peter Port, Guernsey.
- Cultural Gems of the Iberian Peninsula & France - 12 nights departing 28th April 2027. Offers a blend of off-the-beaten-path treasures and signature experiences that showcase the coastline of western Europe. Highlights include Santander, Spain and Le Palais, on the island of Belle-Ile-en-Mer.
- Ambassador Taster Sailing - Two nights departing 10th May 2027. Spend a day at sea on route from Portsmouth to Liverpool to experience the cuisine and entertainment onboard an Ambassador cruise.
Group cruising
Ambassador offers a range of benefits for groups of 15 or more, including discounted booking, free places, group cocktail parties and optional group dining. Private use of onboard venues and priority disembarkation when travelling by coach is also available.
A dedicated group sales team will help with the trip planing, providing a quote and discussing the group’s requirements.
For more information about Ambassador Cruise Line, visit www.ambassadorcruiseline.com.
