Mini Cruises from Southampton, UK

Mini cruises from Southampton give you the full cruise experience over the course of a few days, sailing to some fantastic European destinations. There are a range of cruise lines to choose from, each offering a different experience to suit couples, families or solo travellers.


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4 Night Bruges & Amsterdam Cruise
Southampton | Zeebrugge | Amsterdam | Southampton
25 Aug 2023
4 Nights
Celebrity Silhouette
Northern Europe
Departs from the UK
Includes 75% OFF second guest, savings of up to £1,000 per stateroom PLUS up to $300 FREE to spend on-board per stateroom!
Book a Suite and receive a Premium Drinks Package, Premium Wi-Fi, Tips and up to $1,900 FREE to spend on-board per Suite
Online Exclusive! HUGE additional savings - only when you book online!
Cruise Only From

Now: £805 pp
REF: CELEBSI04U035-250823

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Featured Cruise

2 Night Weekend Getaway Cruise
Southampton | Le Havre | Southampton
12 May 2023
2 Nights
Anthem of the Seas
Northern Europe
Departs from the UK
Cruise Only From
was: £627pp
Now: £332 pp
REF: RCIAN02U005-120523

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Featured Cruise

5-Day European Sampler
Southampton | Hamburg | Hamburg | Southampton
28 Oct 2024
5 Nights
Sky Princess
Northern Europe
Departs from the UK
Online Exclusive! HUGE additional savings - only when you book online!
Cruise118 EXCLUISVE! Low deposit from £50pp PLUS on-board coupon booklet worth over $900!
Add Princess Premier for £65pp per day and revive Premier Beverages, Wi-Fi, pre-paid gratuities, Speciality Dining and more on-board extras worth $257pp per day!
Cruise Only From
was: £549pp
Now: £531 pp
REF: PRINCESSY430

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Norwegian Fjords
Southampton | Stavanger | Olden | Hellesylt | Haugesund | Southampton
10 Jun 2023
7 Nights
Iona
Northern Europe
Departs from the UK
Select Fare: Choose from car parking, coach transfers or on-board spending money
ONLINE EXCLUSIVE! Save up to an extra £50 per cabin - Ends 5th June
Cruise Only From
was: £709pp
Now: £543 pp
REF: POG318
7 Night Norwegian Fjords Cruise
Southampton | Bergen | Olden | Måløy | Kristiansand | Southampton
16 Jun 2023
7 Nights
Anthem of the Seas
Northern Europe
Departs from the UK
Cruise Only From
was: £2550pp
Now: £783 pp
REF: RCIAN07U170-160623
Norwegian Fjords
Southampton | Stavanger | Ålesund | Olden | Haugesund | Southampton
17 Jun 2023
7 Nights
Iona
Northern Europe
Departs from the UK
Select Fare: Choose from car parking, coach transfers or on-board spending money
ONLINE EXCLUSIVE! Save up to an extra £50 per cabin - Ends 5th June
Cruise Only From
was: £749pp
Now: £523 pp
REF: POG319
Northern Europe 7 Nights From Southampton
Southampton | La Rochelle | Bilbao | La Coruña | Cherbourg | Southampton
17 Jun 2023
7 Nights
MSC Virtuosa
Northern Europe
Departs from the UK
Add All-Inclusive Premium Extra Drinks for less when you add at the time of booking!
Online Exclusive! HUGE additional savings - only when you book online!
ONLINE EXCLUSIVE! Save up to an extra £50 per cabin - Ends 5th June
Cruise Only From

Now: £623 pp
REF: MSCVI20230617SOUSOU
7 Night Spain & Portugal Cruise
Southampton | Vigo | Lisbon | Leixões | La Coruña | Southampton
17 Jun 2023
7 Nights
Celebrity Silhouette
Northern Europe
Departs from the UK
Includes 75% OFF second guest, savings of up to £1,000 per stateroom PLUS up to $300 FREE to spend on-board per stateroom!
Book a Suite and receive a Premium Drinks Package, Premium Wi-Fi, Tips and up to $1,900 FREE to spend on-board per Suite
Online Exclusive! HUGE additional savings - only when you book online!
Cruise Only From
was: £1505pp
Now: £925 pp
REF: CELEBSI07U164-170623
Atlantic Coast And Iberia
Southampton | La Coruña | Gijón | Bilbao | Cherbourg | Southampton
18 Jun 2023
7 Nights
Queen Victoria
Northern Europe,Mediterranean
Departs from the UK
Saver Fare: reduced prices with no added extras
Select Fare: Choose from car parking, coach transfers or on-board spending money
Online Exclusive! HUGE additional savings - only when you book online! 
Cruise Only From
was: £849pp
Now: £810 pp
REF: CUNARDV316
Western Europe
Southampton | Vigo | Lisbon | Porto | Saint Peter Port | Southampton
22 Jun 2023
7 Nights
Aurora
Northern Europe,Mediterranean
Departs from the UK
Select Fare: Choose from car parking, coach transfers or on-board spending money
ONLINE EXCLUSIVE! Save up to an extra £50 per cabin - Ends 5th June
Cruise Only From

Now: £1187 pp
REF: POR311
Norwegian Fjords
Southampton | Stavanger | Nordfjordeid | Flåm | Haugesund | Southampton
23 Jun 2023
7 Nights
Britannia
Northern Europe
Departs from the UK
Select Fare: Choose from car parking, coach transfers or on-board spending money
ONLINE EXCLUSIVE! Save up to an extra £50 per cabin - Ends 5th June
Cruise Only From
was: £679pp
Now: £494 pp
REF: POB316
Norwegian Fjords
Southampton | Stavanger | Olden | Hellesylt | Haugesund | Southampton
24 Jun 2023
7 Nights
Iona
Northern Europe
Departs from the UK
Select Fare: Choose from car parking, coach transfers or on-board spending money
ONLINE EXCLUSIVE! Save up to an extra £50 per cabin - Ends 5th June
Cruise Only From
was: £719pp
Now: £523 pp
REF: POG320
Western Europe
Southampton | Vigo | Lisbon | Porto | Saint Peter Port | Southampton
24 Jun 2023
7 Nights
Ventura
Northern Europe,Mediterranean
Departs from the UK
Select Fare: Choose from car parking, coach transfers or on-board spending money
ONLINE EXCLUSIVE! Save up to an extra £50 per cabin - Ends 5th June
Cruise Only From
was: £799pp
Now: £741 pp
REF: PON317
7 Night Norwegian Fjords Cruise
Southampton | Bergen | Ålesund | Olden | Stavanger | Southampton
24 Jun 2023
7 Nights
Celebrity Silhouette
Northern Europe
Departs from the UK
Includes 75% OFF second guest, savings of up to £1,000 per stateroom PLUS up to $300 FREE to spend on-board per stateroom!
Book a Suite and receive a Premium Drinks Package, Premium Wi-Fi, Tips and up to $1,900 FREE to spend on-board per Suite
Online Exclusive! HUGE additional savings - only when you book online!
Cruise Only From
was: £1298pp
Now: £727 pp
REF: CELEBSI07U165-240623
The Fjords
Southampton | Stavanger | Bergen | Skjolden | Haugesund | Southampton
25 Jun 2023
7 Nights
Queen Victoria
Northern Europe
Departs from the UK
Saver Fare: reduced prices with no added extras
Select Fare: Choose from car parking, coach transfers or on-board spending money
Online Exclusive! HUGE additional savings - only when you book online! 
Cruise Only From
was: £949pp
Now: £741 pp
REF: CUNARDV317
Norwegian Fjords
Southampton | Stavanger | Olden | Flåm | Haugesund | Southampton
30 Jun 2023
7 Nights
Britannia
Northern Europe
Departs from the UK
Select Fare: Choose from car parking, coach transfers or on-board spending money
ONLINE EXCLUSIVE! Save up to an extra £50 per cabin - Ends 5th June
Cruise Only From
was: £679pp
Now: £523 pp
REF: POB317
Norwegian Fjords
Southampton | Stavanger | Ålesund | Olden | Haugesund | Southampton
01 Jul 2023
7 Nights
Iona
Northern Europe
Departs from the UK
Select Fare: Choose from car parking, coach transfers or on-board spending money
ONLINE EXCLUSIVE! Save up to an extra £50 per cabin - Ends 5th June
Cruise Only From
was: £719pp
Now: £593 pp
REF: POG321
7-Day Scandinavia
Southampton | Kristiansand | Copenhagen | Skagen | Oslo | Southampton
01 Jul 2023
7 Nights
Sky Princess
Northern Europe
Departs from the UK
Add Princess Plus for £50pp per day and receive Beverage Package, Wi-Fi, pre-paid gratuities and more on-board extras worth $140pp per day!
Online Exclusive! HUGE additional savings - only when you book online!
Cruise118 EXCLUISVE! Low deposit from £50pp PLUS on-board coupon booklet worth over $900!
Add Princess Premier for £65pp per day and revive Premier Beverages, Wi-Fi, pre-paid gratuities, Speciality Dining and more on-board extras worth $257pp per day!
Cruise Only From
was: £799pp
Now: £664 pp
REF: PRINCESSY320
7 Night Norwegian Fjords Cruise
Southampton | Bergen | Olden | Geiranger | Haugesund | Southampton
07 Jul 2023
7 Nights
Anthem of the Seas
Northern Europe
Departs from the UK
Cruise Only From
was: £1156pp
Now: £773 pp
REF: RCIAN07U171-070723
Norwegian Fjords
Southampton | Stavanger | Olden | Hellesylt | Haugesund | Southampton
08 Jul 2023
7 Nights
Iona
Northern Europe
Departs from the UK
Select Fare: Choose from car parking, coach transfers or on-board spending money
ONLINE EXCLUSIVE! Save up to an extra £50 per cabin - Ends 5th June
Cruise Only From
was: £729pp
Now: £642 pp
REF: POG322
7 Night Spain & France Cruise
Southampton | La Rochelle | Bilbao | La Coruña | Le Havre | Southampton
14 Jul 2023
7 Nights
Anthem of the Seas
Northern Europe
Departs from the UK
Cruise Only From
was: £1235pp
Now: £949 pp
REF: RCIAN07U172-140723
Norwegian Fjords
Southampton | Stavanger | Ålesund | Olden | Haugesund | Southampton
15 Jul 2023
7 Nights
Iona
Northern Europe
Departs from the UK
Select Fare: Choose from car parking, coach transfers or on-board spending money
ONLINE EXCLUSIVE! Save up to an extra £50 per cabin - Ends 5th June
Cruise Only From
was: £729pp
Now: £622 pp
REF: POG323
The Fjords
Southampton | Haugesund | Skjolden | Olden | Bergen | Southampton
16 Jul 2023
7 Nights
Queen Victoria
Northern Europe
Departs from the UK
Saver Fare: reduced prices with no added extras
Select Fare: Choose from car parking, coach transfers or on-board spending money
Online Exclusive! HUGE additional savings - only when you book online! 
Cruise Only From
was: £1049pp
Now: £989 pp
REF: CUNARDV319
Norwegian Fjords
Southampton | Stavanger | Olden | Hellesylt | Haugesund | Southampton
22 Jul 2023
7 Nights
Iona
Northern Europe
Departs from the UK
Select Fare: Choose from car parking, coach transfers or on-board spending money
ONLINE EXCLUSIVE! Save up to an extra £50 per cabin - Ends 5th June
Cruise Only From
was: £769pp
Now: £642 pp
REF: POG324
7-Day Scandinavia
Southampton | Kristiansand | Copenhagen | Skagen | Oslo | Southampton
22 Jul 2023
7 Nights
Sky Princess
Northern Europe
Departs from the UK
Add Princess Plus for £50pp per day and receive Beverage Package, Wi-Fi, pre-paid gratuities and more on-board extras worth $140pp per day!
Online Exclusive! HUGE additional savings - only when you book online!
Cruise118 EXCLUISVE! Low deposit from £50pp PLUS on-board coupon booklet worth over $900!
Add Princess Premier for £65pp per day and revive Premier Beverages, Wi-Fi, pre-paid gratuities, Speciality Dining and more on-board extras worth $257pp per day!
Cruise Only From
was: £829pp
Now: £664 pp
REF: PRINCESSY322
Norwegian Fjords
Southampton | Stavanger | Ålesund | Olden | Haugesund | Southampton
29 Jul 2023
7 Nights
Iona
Northern Europe
Departs from the UK
Select Fare: Choose from car parking, coach transfers or on-board spending money
ONLINE EXCLUSIVE! Save up to an extra £50 per cabin - Ends 5th June
Cruise Only From
was: £749pp
Now: £672 pp
REF: POG325
Western Europe
Southampton | Vigo | Lisbon | Porto | Saint Peter Port | Southampton
29 Jul 2023
7 Nights
Ventura
Northern Europe,Mediterranean
Departs from the UK
Select Fare: Choose from car parking, coach transfers or on-board spending money
ONLINE EXCLUSIVE! Save up to an extra £50 per cabin - Ends 5th June
Cruise Only From
was: £999pp
Now: £989 pp
REF: PON321
9 Night Spain & Portugal Cruise
Southampton | Bilbao | La Coruña | Vigo | Lisbon | Cádiz | Southampton
04 Aug 2023
9 Nights
Anthem of the Seas
Northern Europe
Departs from the UK
Cruise Only From
was: £1737pp
Now: £1076 pp
REF: RCIAN09U037-040823
Norwegian Fjords
Southampton | Stavanger | Olden | Hellesylt | Haugesund | Southampton
05 Aug 2023
7 Nights
Iona
Northern Europe
Departs from the UK
Select Fare: Choose from car parking, coach transfers or on-board spending money
ONLINE EXCLUSIVE! Save up to an extra £50 per cabin - Ends 5th June
Cruise Only From
was: £799pp
Now: £791 pp
REF: POG326
The Fjords
Southampton | Stavanger | Skjolden | Olden | Haugesund | Southampton
06 Aug 2023
7 Nights
Queen Victoria
Northern Europe
Departs from the UK
Saver Fare: reduced prices with no added extras
Select Fare: Choose from car parking, coach transfers or on-board spending money
Online Exclusive! HUGE additional savings - only when you book online! 
Cruise Only From

Now: £1543 pp
REF: CUNARDV321
Norwegian Fjords
Southampton | Stavanger | Olden | Hellesylt | Haugesund | Southampton
12 Aug 2023
7 Nights
Iona
Northern Europe
Departs from the UK
Select Fare: Choose from car parking, coach transfers or on-board spending money
ONLINE EXCLUSIVE! Save up to an extra £50 per cabin - Ends 5th June
Cruise Only From

Now: £1068 pp
REF: POG327
7-Day Norwegian Fjords
Southampton | Haugesund | Skjolden | Olden | Bergen | Southampton
12 Aug 2023
7 Nights
Sky Princess
Northern Europe
Departs from the UK
Add Princess Plus for £50pp per day and receive Beverage Package, Wi-Fi, pre-paid gratuities and more on-board extras worth $140pp per day!
Online Exclusive! HUGE additional savings - only when you book online!
Cruise118 EXCLUISVE! Low deposit from £50pp PLUS on-board coupon booklet worth over $900!
Add Princess Premier for £65pp per day and revive Premier Beverages, Wi-Fi, pre-paid gratuities, Speciality Dining and more on-board extras worth $257pp per day!
Cruise Only From
was: £899pp
Now: £854 pp
REF: PRINCESSY324
Atlantic Coast And Iberia
Southampton | La Coruña | Gijón | Bilbao | Cherbourg | Southampton
13 Aug 2023
7 Nights
Queen Victoria
Northern Europe,Mediterranean
Departs from the UK
Saver Fare: reduced prices with no added extras
Select Fare: Choose from car parking, coach transfers or on-board spending money
Online Exclusive! HUGE additional savings - only when you book online! 
Cruise Only From

Now: £989 pp
REF: CUNARDV322

Prices are subject to change and availability. Prices may vary depending on airport selected. Promotions are only applicable to select cabins grades, please call for details

Why are mini cruises popular?

Short cruises are also known as taster cruises because they give people who have never cruised before a taste of what cruising is like. Two-night cruises, three-night cruises or four-night cruises from Southampton can give you the full experience of a cruise without the commitment of a longer holiday or the hassle of arranging flights and hotels. You can try all the facilities of your chosen ship, sample the cuisine and explore some lovely European destinations.

Even if you're a seasoned cruiser, you may want to book a mini cruise to sample a new ship or cruise line which you haven't sailed with before, or just to enjoy a few nights away from home at a great price.

If you live within driving distance of Southampton, cruising from this port is a really convenient way to holiday in Europe and avoids any hassle associated with airports and flying.

Southampton Mini Cruises - Popular Cruise Lines

Southampton is the main port for the UK, and you'll find that most cruise lines offer cruises from here. Popular favourites for first-time cruisers include P&O Cruises, MSC, Princess Cruises and Royal Caribbean. If traditional luxury cruising is your thing, you'll adore Cunard. Or if you prefer a modern 5-star cruise ship, you can't go wrong with Celebrity Cruises. 

Top mini cruise destinations

      • France - Sail to the northern French ports of Cherbourg, Le Havre, Honfleur, Rouen and you'll be able to take a day trip into Paris
      • Holland - Rotterdam and Amsterdam are both great cities to explore with beautiful tall and narrow buildings
      • Belgium - Sail into Zeebrugge from where you can easily access Bruges with its quaint cobbled streets and oldy-worldy feel
      • Germany - The city of Hamburg is crisscrossed with hundreds of canals and features lots of open green spaces
      • Guernsey - Explore the pretty harbourside town of St Peter Port and its rich naval history

One-way cruises

Although many short cruises from Southampton are round trips, it's also worth considering a one-way cruise, which is also known as a 'repositioning cruise'. Here at Cruise118, we will be happy to arrange a flight back to the local airport of your choosing. You may choose to fly back straight after your cruise or to spend a few days at your destination. Our dedicated cruise concierge team will be happy to arrange hotel stays, transfers and anything else you require as part of your mini-break. Just give us a call to discuss your plans.

Book with our Cruise Concierge team

Mini cruises from Southampton are perfect for a school holiday trip with the kids or a romantic break for two. Take a look at our deals below to find your ideal itinerary. If you have anything specific in mind, please don't hesitate to call our award-winning Cruise Concierge team. 

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