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P&O Cruises Winter 2026/2027 Season: A Closer Look

Embark on an extraordinary winter adventure with P&O Cruises’ winter 2026/2027 sailings. 

Take a P&O Cruise from Southampton for a journey around the diverse Canary Islands, or mix things up with a cruise to mystical  Morocco and the beautiful Cape Verde Islands. Fancy some yuletide joy? Relish the warmth of glühwein at some of Europe’s finest Christmas markets and wonder at the enchanting palaces in Copenhagen and Tallinn with Aurora’s latest Northern Europe and Scandinavian escape. 

If you’re keen to search for some winter sunshine, fly to meet Britannia in Barbados for her latest 28-night Caribbean fly-cruise, or embark on a journey of timeless marvels on Ventura’s new 21-night Mediterranean holiday. If an epic winter escape is on your wish-list, you can embark on Aurora’s new 75-night American and Caribbean Discovery.  

Or, what better way to banish those winter blues than by joining Arcadia on her 106-night Western Circumnavigation, where you will visit Hong Kong, Vietnam, Cape Town, and more?  With so much to see, do, and explore in the new P&O Cruises 2026/27 holiday collection, now is the time to make  all your winter wishes come true

Pre-register for the P&O Cruises winter 2026/2027 collection

What are the benefits of pre-registration?

At Bolsover Cruise Club we lead the way when it comes to securing your selected cruise preferences and making sure you receive exceptional early booking offers. We give you, our Cruise Club Member, a head start to book your preferred cabin and cruise itinerary by inviting you to register your interest for a cruise ahead of them going on sale. By pre-registering for a cruise, not only can you reserve your chosen cabin grade, but we will also make every effort to secure your preferred cabin. Additionally, by securing your booking early,  you can take advantage of the best prices before they potentially increase throughout the day.

Our telephone lines will be very busy once pre-registration has started. We’ll answer your call as soon as we can, but to avoid waiting in a phone queue, scan the QR code or head to our website and fill out the pre-registration form for a call-back. Once you have registered for a voyage and provided us with your information,  we will proceed to book your cruise on the applicable on-sale date. After the booking is complete, we will contact you to confirm the details and collect your deposit.

When do the new P&O Cruises sailings for 2026/2027 go on sale?

ON SALECaribbean, Baltic & Ligurian TiersTue 22 Oct 20249:00am
GENERAL SALEOct to Dec 2026 departuresWed 23 Oct 20249:00am
GENERAL SALEJan to Mar 2027 departuresThu 24 Oct 20249:00am
EXCLUSIVE BONUS CRUISE CLUB CASHBACK OFFER ENDSFri 8 Nov 20249:00pm

Where the P&O Cruises fleet will be sailing in winter 2026/2027

Arcadia – World Cruise

Arcadia is a mid-sized ship exclusively for adults. Combining the chic with the classic, Arcadia offers more than a hint of extravagance with one main restaurant, a grill restaurant from Marco Pierre White and modern Indian cuisine at Sindhu. Stay entertained on board in the expansive spa with thermal suite and hydro-therapy pool, a three-tiered theatre, and a boutique cinema.

Arvia – The Caribbean

The newest P&O Cruises ship, Arvia, joined the fleet in December 2022, bringing more freedom, greater choice,  sunny vibes and spectacular views. Designed for sunshine and blue skies but set for adventures whatever the weather,  Arvia – meaning ‘from the seashore’ – holds the promise of happy days and fun-filled nights to come.

Aurora – Europe, The Caribbean and South America

Exclusively for adults, Aurora is an enduring favourite within the P&O Cruises fleet. A water feature at her heart forms the centrepiece of her atrium, one of her signature venues. You’ll also find a range of bars, a cinema, theatre and an outdoor pool with a retractable roof, while dining highlights include The Glass House and The Beach House.

Azura – The Canary Islands

Azura brings the fun factor to the P&O Cruises fleet. A firm family favourite, known for her laidback days and lively nights, and offers an incredible choice of bars, restaurants, sports and spa facilities, entertainment, plus lots of other exciting and unique features. Azura offers the perfect balance, bringing the opportunity to enjoy quality time together as well as time spent separately.

Britannia – The Caribbean

There has never been a more stylish way to see the world than aboard Britannia. Whether you are new to cruising or a veteran of the high seas, your moments on board are sure to be truly memorable. Refined elegance, neutral décor and opulent furnishings set the scene for boutique cruising with acquaintances old and new.

Iona – Canary Islands, Northern Europe and The Caribbean

Holiday like never before on Iona. Making the destination the star of the show, Iona offers uninterrupted views from the sleek Grand Atrium and experiences both aboard and ashore that get you closer to everything that makes the places you visit so amazing. 

Ventura – Europe and The Caribbean

There’s always something happening on board Ventura. Enjoy delicious fine dining, a tranquil spa, many quiet spaces to unwind,  great sports facilities and four pools. Evenings are particularly memorable, with the lavish two-deck theatre where you’ll witness elaborate shows and stand-up comedy. There are twelve places to dine including three main restaurants.

Highlights of the P&O Cruises winter 2026/2027 collection

With new destinations to be explored across the world, there is plenty to look forward to from the latest collection of P&O Cruises sailings.

  • Before embarking on her World Cruise, Arcadia will embark on an 18-night journey to Portugal and the Canary Islands, adding new destinations in Morocco and Cape Verde. Experience the finest of North Africa as you meander through quaint cobblestone streets and explore trinkets in the local markets.
  • In 2026, Britannia is extending the festive season with a 28-night Christmas and New Year journey. Begin your adventure in Barbados, where you’ll meet Britannia and embark on splendid explorations of the colourful Caribbean islands, allowing extra time to indulge in the holiday festivities.
  • For the first time in 2026, ring in the New Year with an incredible fireworks display in one of four locations: Madeira, Hamburg, Barcelona or Lisbon.
  • After Christmas, Aurora will embark on a new 75-night Grand Tour around Central America, the Caribbean and the USA, which features a partial transit of the Panama Canal, a maiden call to Galveston (Texas), New Orleans, Miami and Port Canaveral.
  • Two new cruises have been added on board Azura, enabling guests to make the most of Christmas Day at sea. As Christmas Day will fall on a Friday in 2026 – usually a disembarkation day – the schedules have been adapted to accommodate this.
  • New for P&O Cruises in winter 2026/2027 is a 21-night Central Mediterranean cruise on board Ventura, with calls to the popular destinations of Valletta (Malta), Piraeus (for Athens), Naples, Civitavecchia (for Rome) and Barcelona. This itinerary has been designed to enable guests to visit these must-see destinations at a much quieter time of year, departing 26 February 2027.

Browse the full P&O Cruises winter 2026/2027 collection here.

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