Special Event Cruises

From the Melbourne Cup to the Monaco Grand Prix, event cruises come fully loaded with hard to get event tickets, sporting specialists and more

Melbourne Cup Cruises

Includes General Admission tickets to the Melbourne Cup PLUS Return Race Day Transfers to Flemington

Melbourne Cup Adventure
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MELBOURNE CUP TICKETS

Melbourne Cup Adventure

Roundtrip from Sydney, enjoy 3 days in Melbourne to enjoy the Cup action
6 nights
Ship
Carnival Adventure
Date
30 Oct 2027
  • Departure - Sydney
  • 5 stops  
  • Arrival - Sydney
From$1,657
Price per person twin share / inside stateroom
Melbourne Cup Splendor
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MELBOURNE CUP TICKETS

Melbourne Cup Splendor

Roundtrip from Sydney, enjoy 3 days in Melbourne to enjoy the Cup action
6 nights
Ship
Carnival Splendor
Date
31 Oct 2027
  • Departure - Sydney
  • 5 stops  
  • Arrival - Sydney
From$1,632
Price per person twin share / inside stateroom

Monaco Grand Prix Cruises

Your ship becomes your floating hotel in the heart of Monte Carlo or an easy transfer from Nice for this legendary F1 race Coming Soon Explora Journeys F1 Cruises including tickets, hospitality & more

French Riviera for the Grand Prix
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GRAND PRIX DATES

French Riviera for the Grand Prix

Roundtrip from Barcelona this French Riviera getaway puts you in Nice for two days, perfectly timed to head over to Monte Carlo for the F1 Grand Prix. Optional event addons available
5 nights
Ship
Azamara Onward
Date
3 Jun 2027
  • Departure - Barcelona
  • 6 stops  
  • Arrival - Barcelona
From$4,659
Price per person twin share / inside stateroom

Virgin Voyages Special Events

Red Hot Sailing Club Voyages are designed for Adults Only. Include an electrifying lineup of live performances, guest artists, legendary parties, special events, and exclusive experiences like only Virgin know how to create, especially for these annual soirée’s

Red Hot Sailing Club Caribbean
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Red Hot Sailing Club Caribbean

This would make a great addition to an Adults Only US trip at this time of year. Visit Miami - Costa Maya (Mexico) - Beach Club at Bimini (Bahamas) - Miami
5 nights
Ship
Valiant Lady
Date
8 Nov 2027
  • Departure - Miami
  • 4 stops  
  • Arrival - Miami
From$1,169
Price per person twin share / inside stateroom
Red Hot Sailing Club Goes Greek
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RED HOT SAILING CLUB

Red Hot Sailing Club Goes Greek

Such a cool itinerary at the best time of year for the party vibe in the Greek Islands. PLUS! No Kids allowed to spoil the party! Visit Athens - Santorini - Crete - Kusadasi (Ephesus) - Mykonos - Athens
7 nights
Ship
Scarlet Lady
Date
4 Jul 2027
  • Departure - Athens (Piraeus)
  • 7 stops  
  • Arrival - Athens (Piraeus)
From$2,398
Price per person twin share / inside stateroom
True Crime Voyage
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Back by Popular Demand

True Crime Voyage

Luxury Cruising meets spine-tingling entertainment. The perfect voyage for all true crime aficionados and podcast lovers. The Second True Crime Voyage stacked with fan favourite podcasts and unmatched immersive entertainment
5 nights
Ship
Scarlet Lady
Date
20 Mar 2027
  • Departure - Miami
  • 4 stops  
  • Arrival - Miami
From$1,712
Price per person twin share / inside stateroom
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Euro 2028 Football Championship at Sea

A special 7-night MSC sailing to Cherbourg, Cork, Liverpool, Belfast and Greenock will give football fans the chance to follow the Euro 2028 football championship at sea, with onboard screenings and entertainment throughout the voyage.

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Theme Cruises from the UK

Why not add a Theme Cruise to your UK/Europe holiday, after all Brits love a good party and Ambassador Cruises offer the Best of British fun!

Soul Train at Sea
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THEME CRUISE

Soul Train at Sea

A full-on celebration of soul music across the ship, including "Decades of Detroit - Motown & Soul" plus live acts and entertainment throughout the cruise. From DJ's playing Northern Soul & Motown Classics to soulful dance and modern legends, plus rare and underplayed RnB, Mod, Ska and Reggae
13 nights
Ship
Ambience
Date
17 May 2027
  • Departure - Tilbury (London)
  • 9 stops  
  • Arrival - Tilbury (London)
From$5,339
Price per person twin share / oceanview stateroom
UK Cricket Legends
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THEME CRUISE

UK Cricket Legends

This one is for the Cricket Fans! A fantastic line up of cricketing legends & broadcasters, including Garry Richardson, Graham Coach, Henry Blofeld, Jonathan Agnew, Graeme Swann and Angus Fraser
5 nights
Ship
Ambience
Date
13 Dec 2026
  • Departure - Tilbury (London)
  • 5 stops  
  • Arrival - Tilbury (London)
From$1,047
Price per person twin share / inside stateroom
Tribute to the 90's
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THEME CRUISE

Tribute to the 90's

Step Back to the decade of grunge, Brit Pop and debatable fashion choices onboard this nostalgic 90s-themed cruise
2 nights
Ship
Ambition
Date
7 Apr 2027
  • Departure - Tilbury (London)
  • 2 stops  
  • Arrival - Portsmouth
From$594
Price per person twin share / inside stateroom

Azamara Premier Golf Cruises

Relax and enjoy your game, as you golf and socialise in the company of like-minded new friends. Combine your love of Golf and Travel on one fantastic getaway

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Play the Game as you see the World

Four of the eight Premier Golf cruises – Ireland, Scotland, British Isles and Northern Europe – offer both Classic and Leisure options, allowing guests to select the experience that best fits their playing style. The remaining four cruises – Pacific Coast, Vietnam & Thailand, Australia & New Zealand, and New Zealand & Australia – offer a single collection. Depending on the cruise and package selected, golfers can enjoy three to five rounds, with offers generally including golf transfers, carts or caddies where applicable, lunch at each course, and welcome and farewell celebrations. 

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Cunard Theme Voyages

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Luxury Theme Voyages

With themes ranging from Ballet & Theatre at Sea, to Literary Festivals and the Symphony Orchestra, Cunard offers a luxury range of Themed voyages for a variety of interests

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