No Fly Cruises
Seven UK departure ports, two beautiful ships and a world of destinations from the fjords to the Caribbean, all reached by sea from home.
What is a No-Fly Cruise?
No-fly cruising is who we are and everything we do. Every Ambassador sailing leaves from a British port, so your holiday begins the moment you leave home.
That freedom is the whole idea. You simply drive, board a coach or take the train to a port near you, step aboard and unpack once. From there the Norwegian fjords, the Baltic cities, the Canary Islands, the Mediterranean, the British Isles, Iceland and even the Caribbean are all within reach by sea from the UK.
Sailing from home also means more of the holiday feels like home. A warm British welcome, familiar comforts and a gentle pace greet you the minute you step aboard, and the sea does the rest. No-fly means a wider map reached a better way, with more of the world within easy reach by sea.
The Benefits of a No-Fly Cruise
Cruising from the UK makes getting away wonderfully simple, and the pleasures begin long before the first port. Here is what makes it such an easy way to travel.
- Straight from home to your cabin. You arrive at the port and step aboard, with the whole journey beginning close to home and the sea days starting right away.
- Bring as much as you like. Pack for every occasion and bring it straight aboard, with room for everything a longer holiday needs and generous luggage allowances to match.
- Unpack once and settle in. Your cabin is your room for the entire cruise, so you can relax and let the destinations come to you.
- Your holiday starts closer to home. With departures from seven ports around the country, the journey to the ship is short and the anticipation is half the fun.
- A British feel on board. Sterling on board, British-style dining and entertainment and a warm, familiar crew make it feel comfortable from the very first evening.
Our UK Departure Ports
Ambassador sails from seven ports around the UK, so wherever you call home there is likely a departure within easy reach. Each one opens up its own set of regions and connects you to the wider no-fly programme.
- Cruise from London Tilbury: our home port on the Thames, and the main departure point for cruises from London.
- Cruise from Bristol: sailing from Royal Portbury for the South West and Wales.
- Cruise from Portsmouth: the South Coast gateway to the fjords, the Baltics and the Mediterranean.
- Cruise from Liverpool: the North West departure point on the Mersey.
- Cruise from Newcastle: sailing from the Port of Tyne for the North East.
- Cruise from Dundee: our Scottish east-coast departure, close to Norway and Iceland.
- Cruise from Belfast: the departure point for Northern Ireland.
Where Can You Sail on a No-Fly Cruise?
The range is the joy of it. Sailing straight from the UK, you can reach:
- The Norwegian Fjords: Geiranger, the Nordfjord and the western fjord country, mirror-still water beneath towering cliffs, a short crossing from the UK and one of the most-loved no-fly regions.
- Iceland and the Land of Fire and Ice: Reykjavik, the volcanic coast, waterfalls and black-sand shores, with the chance of the Northern Lights on the northern sailings.
- The Baltic Cities: Copenhagen, the grand Baltic capitals and the historic ports of northern Europe, each one a day of discovery.
- The Canary Islands: winter sunshine by sea, with the islands reachable direct from the UK when the days are short at home.
- The Mediterranean: Iberia, France and the classic Mediterranean coastlines, warm evenings and golden light.
- The British Isles: Scotland, Ireland and the coastal gems closer to home, wilder and lovelier than you remember.
- The Caribbean, no-fly: sail all the way to the Caribbean from the UK on Ambience or Ambition, crossing the Atlantic by sea on a longer voyage with no flights at all.
Every one of these is a sailing away from a UK port, all reached in comfort by sea. It is the clearest proof that no-fly means range, not limits: even the Caribbean is within reach without setting foot in an airport.
Last-Minute No-Fly Cruises
Ready to go sooner rather than later? Our late deals bring together the best-value no-fly sailings leaving soon, so you can enjoy a shorter lead time and a lower fare while still reaching the destinations you love.
If your dates are flexible, a last-minute cruise is often the smartest way to sail. Browse the current selection and see what is departing from your nearest port.
Our Ships
Two ships sail our no-fly voyages, and choosing between them is part of the pleasure. Both are adults-only, both carry that warm British welcome, and between them they call at all seven UK departure ports across the year. Explore Our Ships
Ambience: our flagship, the first lady of the fleet
The grande dame of British no-fly cruising, Ambience carries around 1,400 guests in warm, unhurried style, with room to wander and quiet corners to make your own. Dine your way through the elegant Buckingham Restaurant, the relaxed Borough Market and the open-air Alfresco Grill, or reserve a special table at Saffron or Sea & Grass. Raise a glass in Raffles Bar, unwind in the Botanical Lounge or settle into the Purple Turtle Pub, then take your seat in the Palladium theatre for West End-style shows as the sea slips by. With the space for the longest voyages, she carries you from the fjords and the Baltics all the way to the Caribbean crossing itself.
Ambition: intimate, elegant and wonderfully characterful
A little smaller and all the lovelier for it, Ambition welcomes up to 1,200 guests and slips easily into the quieter, more unusual ports the larger ships pass by. Her 680 cabins include generous suites of up to 62 square metres, so there is comfort and space at every turn. Two main restaurants and a relaxed bistro cafe keep every evening inviting, while four bars, a pub, a library, a craft studio and a tiered theatre give the days at sea a gentle rhythm. Two pools and a wellness centre complete the picture. She is made for the closer no-fly regions and the city-rich itineraries where getting to the heart of a place is everything.
No-Fly Cruise FAQs
What are the benefits of a no-fly cruise from the UK?
Your holiday begins right at a UK port near home, with a short journey to the ship and a relaxed start to every trip. You enjoy generous luggage allowances, unpack just once and sail in comfort to destinations across Europe and beyond by sea.
Are there baggage restrictions on a no-fly cruise?
Happily, no. Sailing from the UK means generous luggage allowances, so you can pack everything a longer holiday needs and bring it straight aboard at the port.
How long are Ambassador no-fly cruises?
Ambassador no-fly cruises range from short breaks of a few nights to longer voyages of two weeks or more, depending on the region. Shorter sailings suit the British Isles and closer European ports, while the fjords, the Baltics, Iceland and the Canary Islands sit on longer itineraries.
Which ships sail Ambassador's no-fly cruises?
Our flagship Ambience and the intimate Ambition both sail the no-fly programme. Both are adult-only, and between them they depart from all seven UK ports across the year.
Can I cruise to the Caribbean without flying?
Yes. Ambience and Ambition sail no-fly Caribbean voyages direct from the UK, crossing the Atlantic by sea so you reach the Caribbean sunshine with no flights at all. It is a longer voyage and a wonderful way to make the journey part of the holiday.
