Celtic Classics - London to London Cruise

Day 1 - Southampton

Arrive: Fri 15 August 2025 / Depart: Fri 15 August 2025 at 20:00

Take a trip up to London and get a bird’s eye view of the city from the London Eye. See sights like Parliament, Westminster Abbey and Piccadilly. Stroll along Lower Regent Street or visit the British Museum.

Day 2 - At Sea

Day 3 - Ringaskiddy (for Cork)

Arrive: Sun 17 August 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Sun 17 August 2025 at 16:00

Ringaskiddy is a village in County Cork, Ireland. It is located on the western side of Cork Harbour, south of Cobh, and is 15 kilometres from Cork city, to which it is connected by the N28 road. The village is a port with passenger ferry, with two bi-weekly sailings to Roscoff in France.

Day 4 - Galway

Arrive: Mon 18 August 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Mon 18 August 2025 at 19:00

From shopping and culture to castles and cliffs, the city of Galway and its surroundings offer a wide array of fascinating experiences. In town, visit An Taibdearc – the national Irish language theater of Ireland – or learn about the area’s history at the Galway City Museum. Venture into the countryside to take in the dramatic Cliffs of Moher, which are more than 700 feet high and home to 29 species of seabirds. Wrap up the day at a pub featuring traditional Irish music.

Day 5 - Killybegs

Arrive: Tue 19 August 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Tue 19 August 2025 at 18:00

Donegal’s scenic fishing village, Killybegs is situated in a region marked by natural beauty and rich in Celtic heritage. Discover thatched Irish cottages and picturesque Gaeltacht villages, not to mention super fresh seafood and beautiful stretches of coastline with Blue Flag beaches. Get a sense of the town’s history and see the world’s largest hand-knotted loom at the former factory of Donegal Carpets, now known as Killybegs International Carpet Making & Fishing Centre. Nature lovers will want to head to hiking trails of dramatic Slieve League Mountains just west of Killybegs – those up for the adventure will be rewarded with stunning views of Donegal Bay, local wildlife and some of the highest sea cliffs in Europe.

Day 6 - Belfast

Arrive: Wed 20 August 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Wed 20 August 2025 at 22:00

Delight in this vibrant city of ornate Victorian and Edwardian architecture, gracious gardens and friendly pubs. Thrill to the natural phenomenon of the Giants' Causeway, a stunning geological anomaly of tightly packed, uneven basalt columns disappearing into the sea, and the enigmatic ruins of Grey Abbey.

Day 7 - Douglas

Arrive: Thu 21 August 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Thu 21 August 2025 at 20:00

The capital of the Isle of Man, Douglas lies on a beautiful bay backed by wild moors and rugged glens. A horse-drawn tram ride is a great way to see the considerable sights. Don't miss the fascinating collection of Viking artifacts in the Manx Museum.

Day 8 - Dun Laoghaire, Ireland

Arrive: Fri 22 August 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Fri 22 August 2025 at 20:00

The coastal suburb of Dún Laoghaire is popular for strolls on the East Pier, and locally caught fish and chips. The National Maritime Museum of Ireland has nautical art and artefacts inside a 19th-century sailors’ church, while the harbour is a busy hub for fishing, water sports and cruises. Nearby Sandycove is home to the James Joyce Tower and Museum, as well as the sheltered beach and bathing spot at Forty Foot.

Day 9 - Waterford, Ireland

Arrive: Sat 23 August 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Sat 23 August 2025 at 18:00

Stroll through this 1,100-year-old Viking town and admire Rodney's Tower, still in use, and see the exquisite treasures in the museum. Visit the Waterford Crystal Visitors' Centre, where you can see how the artisans cut their famous designs. Or enjoy the beautiful Irish countryside as you pass majestic abbey ruins, stroll through quaint villages and see remnants of Viking heritage.

Day 10 - Plymouth, UK

Arrive: Sun 24 August 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Sun 24 August 2025 at 19:00

History comes alive as you wander the cobblestone streets of the Barbican district from the Mayflower Steps, near the site where the Pilgrims sailed for the New World, to the Black Friars Distillery, which has been producing Plymouth Gin since 1793. The National Marine Aquarium boasts one of the deepest tanks in all of Europe, and a boat tour offers remarkable views of Plymouth Harbour.

Day 11 - Southampton

Arrive: Mon 25 August 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Mon 25 August 2025

Take a trip up to London and get a bird’s eye view of the city from the London Eye. See sights like Parliament, Westminster Abbey and Piccadilly. Stroll along Lower Regent Street or visit the British Museum.