JMG Ambassador Cruises
Classic French Escapes Cruise from Belfast
From €1,547pp
- Depart From
- Cruise from Belfast
- Departure Date
- 13 May 2027 - 25 May 2027
- Duration
- 12 nights
- Destination
- France
- Price
- From €1,547pp
Ports of call: Belfast, Northern Ireland; Brest, France; Bordeaux, France (overnight); Cherbourg, France; Honfleur, France; Liverpool, England; Belfast, Northern Ireland
Board the Ambition in Belfast for a 12-night cruise to the beautiful French cities of Brest, Bordeaux, Cherbourg and Honfleur. Book now for 2027.
Brest, the most westerly city in France, features a stunning coastline with amazing beaches and will dazzle you with its intensely Gallic culture. Bordeaux is cultured in a completely different way: filled with historic buildings and surrounded by perhaps the world’s most famous wine country.
After a leisurely day in Cherbourg, we will take in the lovely port of Honfleur, whose charm inspired the Impressionists including Claude Monet, before crossing back to Liverpool, birthplace of the Beatles: a city suffused in poetry, music and alternative art.
- Inside Twin Cabins from: €1,547pp
- Ocean View Twin Cabins from: €2,207pp
Your cruise from Belfast includes:
- Cruise passage onboard Ambition
- Cabin accommodation in the 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: fitness, 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
Here she is, Ambassador’s second lady of the sea, Ambition. Aptly named to further emphasise our commitment to pioneer a new era of cruising, where guests can enjoy an authentic experience effortlessly and sustainably.
Offering the warmest of welcomes and a 1,200 guest capacity, there's a unique sense of intimacy upon this smaller-sized ship, carefully feeling at home at sea.
If unwinding is on your agenda, then why not kick back in one of our lounges? We have the timeless Cavern and the stylish cocktail Clifton Lounge serving all your favourite tipples, and a poolside Consulate Bar perfectly positioned for you to soak up the rays. Other bars include Angel Bar overlooking reception, the quintessentially British Purple Turtle Wine Bar, and for all your pre and post-theatre moments, we have the elegant Pendennis bar.
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. There’s also Grafton Street, our arts, crafts and activity area, No.10 Conference Room perfect for meetings and card games, Brontë’s library, joggers and walkers track, swimming pool, splash pool and relaxation pool.
And to extend that feeling of rejuvenation, we have our Green Sea salon and a range of restoring spa treatments. Dining options really will spoil you for choice, especially at Buckingham restaurant and Holyrood; our two main dining rooms. We also have Borough Market, our more casual dining choice with delicious and ever-changing delicacies from around the world. For those wanting to give their taste buds an extra tingle, try our speciality restaurants Saffron* and Olympic Taverna* offering gastronomic experiences.
Did you know that included in the fare is a return coach from a variety of locations across Ireland? Get in touch to discuss: submit the enquiry form below or email cruise@shandontravel.ie.

- Inside Twin Cabins from: €1,547pp
- Ocean View Twin Cabins from: €2,207pp
Price per person is based on 2 adults sharing and includes:
- 12-night Classic French Escapes Cruise from Belfast onboard Ambition
- Coach pick-up from various destinations around Ireland- ask us for more information.
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Terms & conditions apply. Subject to availability. Based on travel May 2027. Prices are live and only guaranteed at time of booking.
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.
