This 9-night Atlantic coastal cruise sails roundtrip from Belfast, with an additional call in Liverpool, tracing a varied and rewarding route along Europe’s Atlantic edge aboard Ambition. Blending historic ports, island life and coastal culture, the itinerary unfolds at a relaxed pace shaped by the sea and centuries of maritime tradition.

In Cherbourg and St Malo, explore ports deeply connected to the tides, where fortified walls, old town streets and working harbours reflect long seafaring histories. Brest offers a contrasting modern coastal atmosphere, with wide ocean views and a strong maritime identity. The mood softens in the Isles of Scilly, where a call at St Mary’s reveals clear waters, flower-lined lanes and quiet coastal paths that feel a world away from everyday life. The journey concludes in Ringaskiddy, where colourful hillside streets and a strong Irish identity provide a warm and welcoming final stop before returning to Belfast.

Full of contrast and character, this Belfast roundtrip cruise is ideal for travellers seeking culture, history and island calm - a gently paced exploration of Atlantic coastlines, distinctive communities and ever-changing seascapes.

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

St Malo
Encircled by stone ramparts and shaped by powerful tides, St Malo is a city with drama in its bones. Walk the historic walls for sweeping sea views, explore narrow streets within the old town, or pause in a café as the rhythm of the tides transforms the shoreline. Bold, atmospheric and unmistakably Breton, St Malo leaves a lasting impression.

St Mary's
A world apart just off the Cornish coast, St Mary’s is the largest of the Isles of Scilly - a place of quiet lanes, golden beaches and soft sea breezes. Walk the historic Garrison Walls, explore the treasures of the Isles of Scilly Museum, or take a boat trip to nearby islands teeming with seabirds and wildflowers. Enjoy the subtropical gardens, scenic coastal paths and gentle pace of island life. This is England, softened by sea and sky.

Ringaskiddy
Ringaskiddy, nestled beside Cork Harbour, offers serene coastal walks along the Old Head Peninsula, a glimpse into maritime history at Ocean Escapes, and breathtaking views from the scenic Ringaskiddy Martello Tower, all surrounded by the pristine beauty of Ireland's southern coast.