JMG Ambassador Cruises
British Isles Discovery Cruise
From €1230pp (inner cabin)
- Depart From
- Cruise from Belfast
- Departure Date
- 12 Jun 2024 - 24 Jun 2024
- Duration
- 12 nights
- Destination
- UK, Belgium, Channel Islands
- Price
- From €1230pp (inner cabin)
Ports of call: Belfast, Northern Ireland; Stornoway, Isle of Lewis; Lerwick, Shetland Isles, Kirkwall, Orkney Isles; Antwerp, Belgium; Portsmouth, England; St. Peter Port, Guernsey, Channel Islands; St. Mary's, Isles of Scilly; Liverpool, England ; Belfast, Northern Ireland
Sailing from Belfast, we’ll take you on a voyage of exploration to some of the most beautiful locations in the British Isles and beyond.
You will begin with a stop at the tranquil town of Stornoway on the Isle of Lewis, before heading to the Shetland Isles where dramatic landscapes are plentiful. You’ll then experience Kirkwall on the Viking-esque Orkney Isles, before stopping in Belgium’s Antwerp – the diamond capital of the world.
We’ll then venture closer to home with sojourns in Portsmouth, the Channel Islands and the Isles of Scilly.
Your home-from-home, your humble abode on board, your cabin accommodation is where we want you to feel most comfortable. This is your restful haven that you can look forward to returning to after an exciting day ashore or a busy day at sea, where you can escape and rejuvenate during your trip.
Guest cabins
All cabins have a range of impressive amenities and personal touches. Make yourself at home with tea and coffee making facilities and take advantage of the hair dryer, personal safe, UK/IE three pin electrical sockets and USB ports. There is also a flat screen TV for all your entertainment needs, including a range of house movies, news, documentaries, and ship information channels. So why not sit back and watch the ship position and routing from the comfort of your own cabin?
Suites
If you’re after a little taste of luxury on your journey with us, we have a range of cabin suites that provide the space and amenities to make your cruise that extra bit special. Both our De-Luxe, Premium and Junior Suites come with their own private balcony and sitting area. Ask our cruise experts for more information on the perfect suite to suit you.
Dining
On board Ambition, there are dining venues for every mood - from traditional afternoon teas to gala dinners alongside the ship’s Officers or Captain – providing ample opportunity for guests to be surprised and delighted throughout their journey.
Bars
If unwinding is on your agenda, then why not kick back in one of our lounges? We have the timeless Cavern offering live cabaret, gameshows and light entertainment, and the stylish cocktail Clifton Lounge serving all your favourite tipples, and the Pool Bar and Consulate Bar are perfectly positioned for you to soak up the rays. Other bars include The Angel Bar overlooking reception. And, for all your pre and post-theatre moments, we have the elegant Pendennis bar, and the Purple Turtle Wine Bar.
Entertainment
Speaking of theatre, we have an exciting entertainment programme at The Palladium ready to whisk you away to new worlds full of song, dance, comedy, and wonderful storytelling with the Ambassador Theatre Company. There’s also Grafton Street, our arts, crafts and activity area, No.10 Conference Room perfect for meetings, Aces & Eights ideal for many a hand of cards, Brontë’s library, the shopping galleria, fitness centre, an exterior jogging and walking track, swimming pool, splash pool and active pool. And to extend that feeling of rejuvenation, we have our Green Sea Spa on board, offering a sauna, steam room, hair salon and a range of restoring spa treatments.
Single sailors
Whether you’re travelling alone or just want your own space, we have assigned 78 single sole occupancy cabins ranging from Standard Inside to Ocean View Singles on Boat Deck 7 to Superior and Premium Ocean View Single on Consulate Deck 9 and Ambition Deck 8, Plus 10 Junior Suite Balcony Singles on Ambassador Deck 10. Single. With the exception of the 19 single cabins in categories 1S and 6S, all other singles can be converted to twin occupancy depending upon demand.
Easy organising
Make use of our Free All Aboard app while onboard to access the latest daily programme, book destination experiences, keep track of your onboard account and much more.
Mobility
If you are travelling with us with any disability or mobility needs, cabins on Consulate Deck 9 have been adapted to accommodate your requirements. Please ask for more details.
12/06/24 Belfast, Northern Ireland
13/06/24 Stornoway, Isle of Lewis
14/06/24 At Sea
15/06/24 Lerwick, Shetland Isles
16/06/24 Kirkwall, Orkney Isles
17/06/24 At Sea
18/06/24 cruise the River Scheldt, Antwerp, Belgium
19/06/24 Portsmouth, England
20/06/24 St. Peter Port, Guernsey, Channel Islands
21/06/24 St. Mary's, Isles of Scilly
22/06/24 At Sea
23/06/24 Liverpool, England
24/06/24 Belfast, Northern Ireland
Your cruise from Belfast includes:
- Cruise passage onboard Ambition
- Cabin accommodation in guest’s chosen category
- Full board cuisine
- Welcome and farewell Captain’s cocktail party (6 nights or more)
- Captain’s gala dinner
- Evening entertainment
- Daytime activities programme
- Informative guest speakers (6 nights or more)
- Wide range of entertainment and daytime activities including: ftness, dance and wellness classes
- Use of gym, swimming pools and hot tubs
- Spa access
- Porterage of luggage between the port and cabin
- All port taxes
Upgrade to the Ambassador Fare to include:
- Gratuities & service charges
- House wines
- House brands from the bar
- Premium wines
- Premium drinks from the bar
- Premium teas & speciality coffees
- Choice of 1st or 2nd dining sitting for dinner
- Priority for complimentary cabin upgrades
Good to know:
- GBP sterling is the currency onboard
2023's cruises from Belfast sold out quickly, so if you're interested in 2024's itineraries we recommend getting in touch soon.
Interior Cabins
- STANDARD TWIN INNER - Saver fare €1230 per person - Ambassador fare €1680 per person.
- STANDARD PLUS TWIN INNER - Saver fare €1305 per person - Ambassador fare €1755 per person.
- SUPERIOR TWIN INNER- Saver fare €1305 per person - Ambassador fare €1755 per person.
- PREMIUM TWIN INNER - Saver fare €1430 per person - Ambassador fare €1870 per person.
Ocean View Cabins
- STANDARD TWIN OCEAN VIEW INNER - Saver fare €1525 per person - Ambassador fare €1975 per person.
- STANDARD PLUS TWIN OCEAN VIEW INNER - Saver fare €1675 per person - Ambassador fare €2120 per person.
- SUPERIOR TWIN OCEAN VIEW - Saver fare €1725 per person -Ambassador fare €2170 per person.
- SUPERIOR PLUS OCEAN VIEW - Saver fare €1735 per person -Ambassador fare €2185 per person.
- PREMIUM OCEAN VIEW - Saver fare €1760 per person -Ambassador fare €2210 per person.
Balcony Cabin
- PREMIUM BALCONY- Saver fare €3000 per person - Ambassador fare €3450 per person.
Suites
- JUNIOR SUITE -Saver fare €3060 per person - Ambassador fare €3515 per person.
- SUPERIOR JUNIOR SUITE - Saver fare €3150 per person - Ambassador fare €3600 per person. (Currently 35% discount on price)
- PREMIUM SUITE - Saver fare €4195 per person - Ambassador fare €4645 per person. (Currently 35% discount on price)
- DE LUXE SUITE - Saver fare €4885 per person - Ambassador fare €5335 per person. (Currently 35% discount on price)
Please ask us about adding great value:
- Travel insurance
For more information please call us on 021 493 5806 or 0818 300 205, email cruise@shandontravel.ie, request a call back using the red button, or submit an enquiry through the form below.
Terms & conditions apply. Prices above are correct as of 21.6.23 and are subject to change and limited availability. Based on 2 adults sharing. Discounts may change. Please contact us for the most up-to-date-quote.