Cruise.co.uk expands luxury cruise collection | News
Cruise.co.uk has launched three new luxury itineraries in 2027 as part of its exclusive charter with Oceania Cruises.
Departures include a range of European destinations, with two guided tour options available, and all include a cruise on the 670-guest Oceania Nautica.
The routes consist of:
27-night ‘Escorted No Fly Lakes & Mountains of Italy’
Departing from Southampton for a 14-day guided tour of France, Switzerland, Italy and Spain before joining Oceania Nautica in Barcelona. Highlights of the tour include Reims, Lucerne, the Dolomites, Lake Garda, Rome, Santa Margherita Ligure and Avignon. The 13-night cruise then visits Palma de Mallorca, Alicante, Cartagena, Almeria, Malaga, Gibraltar, Tangier, Seville (Cadiz), Portimao and Lisbon. Departs June 24, 2027, with prices from £4,999 pp
13-day cruise ‘Luxury Iberian summer elegance with Spain and Portugal’
Flight to Barcelona to join Oceania Nautica and visit Palma de Mallorca, Alicante, Cartagena, Almeria, Malaga, Gibraltar, Tangier, Seville (Cadiz), Portimao and Lisbon. Departs July 7, 2027, with prices from £2,299pp
Nine nights ‘Escorted Douro Delights & Luxury Cruise to Southampton’
Flight to Porto for a six-night guided tour of Portugal, with time in Porto and Lisbon, followed by a three-day sea sailing trip from Lisbon to Southampton, with Oceania Nautica. Departing on July 11, 2027, with prices from £1,999 pp
Cruises include complimentary champagne, wine and beer served at meals and at select times in all bars and lounges, in addition to gratuities and WiFi.
The collaboration with Oceania is cruise.co.uk and Hays Travel’s first luxury cruise initiative. The program, announced in May, launched with six sailings, departing from July to August 2027.
Tony Andrews, managing director of cruise.co.uk, said: “The response to our initial Oceania Cruises charter program exceeded expectations and reinforced the growing demand for a luxury holiday at sea among our customers. These new itineraries build on these options, offering even more choice through a combination of immersive guided tours and luxury cruises.
“Whether exploring the Italian Lakes, discovering the cultural highlights of Portugal or enjoying a classic Iberian voyage, guests will benefit from exceptional value, exclusive experiences and the excellent onboard service that Oceania Cruises is known for. We are delighted to expand this partnership and bring even more luxury holiday choices to the UK market.”
Hays Travel acquired Victoria Travel Group, the parent company of cruise.co.uk, in July 2025.
For more information, visit cruise.co.uk or call 0870 990 8824.
