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Festive Tilbury Taster

Join us on board for a two-night celebration at sea

Cruise Code: A22534

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Date:

19 December 2025

Duration:

2 nights

Departure:

London Tilbury

Ship:

Ambition

Enjoy yourself on board the Tilbury Taster, a two-night holiday celebration where you can gather with friends to enjoy outstanding cuisine and amazing entertainment — and yes, we really do push the boat out to sea!

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

Tilbury
London Tilbury, a key entry point to the UK capital, is nestled along the River Thames in Essex. Discover waterfront attractions like Tilbury Fort, which offers a window into the rich maritime history of this quintessential port town on the Thames Estuary.

Free Champagne

Complimentary bottle of champagne with promo code - BUBBLES

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Itinerary

Sails from (and returns to) London Tilbury
2 nights
0 Ports of call
0 Countries

Full itinerary:

Day 1 - 19 December 2025

London Tilbury

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Day 2 - 20 December 2025

at sea

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Day 3 - 21 December 2025

London Tilbury

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Included in all bookings

All port taxes, fees and charges -
Porterage of luggage between the port and cabin. -
Spa access -
Use of gym, swimming pool and hot tubs -
Range of fitness, dance and wellness classes -
Amazing entertainment -
Informative guest speakers* -
Captain’s Gala Dinner and Baked Alaska Parade* -
Comfortable accommodation in chosen cabin category -
Flexible cancellation policies† -
Captain’s cocktail party* -
Exceptional full board cuisine -

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FAQs

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The Ship - Ambition

Here she is, Ambition. Our second lady of the sea. Aptly named to further emphasise our commitment t ... Read More

1,200

Guests

680

Cabins

10

Guest Decks

What’s on board

Journeying to new lands to explore their landscape, culture and cuisine, on board a stylish, environmentally friendly ship.

Brontë’s library

facilities

Brontë’s Library is the home of peace and tranquillity on board, and the perfect place for those looking to take some time to relax after a busy day at sea. Select a good book within Brontë's calm atmosphere before heading off to your favourite queit reading area. Why not join other like-minded literature lovers through our cruise book club, where you can discuss your views on some of the current bestsellers. All books are chosen in advance, giving you the opportunity to purchase your copy before boarding.

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The Palladium

entertainment

It's showtime! Our multi-tiered onboard theatre The Palladium hosts a variety of hand-picked shows, plays, talks and so much more just as diverse as the destinations we visit. Waiting in the wings are our onboard entertainment team, the Ambassador Theatre Company. They can't wait to entertain you as you enjoy an afternoon or evening of world-class storytelling.

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Pool Bar

lounges-bars

The Pool Bar is one of the loveliest bars on board Ambition. Enjoy a specially made cocktail as you sit back and relax around the pool.

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The Cavern

lounges-bars

Named after the infamous Cavern Club, home to Liverpool’s booming rock ‘n’ roll scene in the early sixties and regular visitors the Beatles, The Cavern will be your onboard home of live music and acts throughout the day and night. With a wide range of drinks available, all you need to do is sit back and enjoy the atmosphere as our expert bar team are always on hand to help mix a drink just to your taste.

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Buckingham Restaurant

restaurant

Inspired by authentic cruising and quality dining, the Buckingham Restaurant is designed to provide guests with a wonderful a la carte dining experience. Serving an exceptionally handcrafted breakfast, lunch and dinner menu, our restaurant team will be delighted for you to join them throughout your day on board.

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Real Guest Experiences & A Look Around Ambition

Get a real feel for life at sea with Ambassador as we take you onboard Ambition. Hear what our guests have to say, explore our welcoming restaurants, lounges, and entertainment spaces, and see exactly what to expect when you sail with us. Whether you're new to cruising or a returning guest, this video gives you a taste of what makes Ambition special.

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Average Customer Rating:

4.7/5

Independent Service Rating based on 2869 verified reviews. View All

“Very efficient”

Very efficient and pleasant experience

Trusted Customer

“Review”

Very efficient and direct

Trusted Customer

“vey good”

the lady i spoke to very nice very helpful. been some while since i had the pleaser to sail again been on the polo ,do not like the vast crowds on the other cruise lines looking for woods to the day.

Kenneth Twigg

“Overall not bad.”

Overall it was easy for us to book a cruise. However, the invoice doesn't say that we have paid for the upgrades that include the drinks package and the gratuities. It seems to show it on your account but, even that's a little confusing.

Trusted Customer

“Brilliant cruise from start to finish.”

Hi. The service was excellent from start to finish. The cruise was that good I've booked another one with you.

Kathleen Sweeney

“Friendly help from "Jane" to rollover a booking from March to May”

Excellent service to rollover a booking to a later date

ANTHONY ROBINSON

“Review”

Excellent everything was done quick and easy

Jean Gray

“Review”

Helpful Professional Efficient

Graham Humphries

“Review”

Nobody to answer phone on customer service In the end I had to send an email I booked directly with you but you said I did it via an agent which was news to me Therefore I couldn’t book parking

Trusted Customer

“Very happy with the service”

All very good from start to finish

Trusted Customer

“Difficult request dealt with well.”

Yes good I had an unusual request which was solved to the best of the consultants ability.

Trusted Customer

“Booking Review”

I am only giving this review based on my booking process as I have not yet cruised on Ambassador . I booked through there on line website , I found it very user friendly and once I had chosen which ship and destinations I wanted to visit the whole process was very easy. I Recieved all my information and booking confirmation by the end of the same day.It was all very Clear what I had booked . A very easy booking process . Looking forward to the cruise

Trusted Customer

“Awesome Customer Service”

Excellent customer handling skills by my call handler . Never in 45 years plus of travelling has anyone advised me that a sharps box will be in our cabin. Awesome service. Easy to book and a very comprehensive call handler took our call. 10/10

Philip Worley

“Good service.”

It was very easy to use the booking system on line. However, found it quite frustrating to get through by telephone, waiting a long time. But once through found the operator to be very helpful.

Trusted Customer

“Canary Cruise 2027”

Booking was simple and straight forward

Trusted Customer

“Review”

Comfortable traditional ship. Friendly and considerate staff

Trusted Customer

“Excellent and efficient booking with a first class cruise line”

Excellent service. Easy to follow instructions and the booking was done fast and efficiently. We have cruised many times with Ambassador and so had no hesitation in booking again knowing that we would get a first class service from our favourite Cruise line

Trusted Customer

“Quick and easy booking”

I phoned to book. From being identified from the phone number all went smoothly and was quicker than it would have taken on line.

Trusted Customer

“Good service”

Very easy to book online. Website very easy to navigate

Trusted Customer

“3 weeks cr7is to Canaries and back”

Efficient and polite . Haven't been on my booked cruise yet so will tell more after.

Trusted Customer

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Festive Tilbury Taster

Join us on board for a two-night celebration at sea

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

Itinerary

London Tilbury

at sea

London Tilbury

Cabins & Fares

Included in all bookings

FAQs

The Ship - Ambition

What’s on board

Brontë’s library

The Palladium

Pool Bar

The Cavern

Buckingham Restaurant

Real Guest Experiences & A Look Around Ambition