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Norway's Land of the Northern Lights

23rd Feb 2025 | 14 nights | Ambassador | Ambition

Go in search of the Northern Lights
Price drop - savings added
No or low solo supplement
Ambassador's 'Cruise of the Week'
Extra 10% savings applied - ends 4 Feb
Great for solo travellers - low supplements
Premium value cruising on smaller ships
10% Blue Light or English Heritage Discount
Ijmuiden
Alesund
Tromsø
Alta
Narvik
Bodø
Bergen
Go in search of the Northern Lights
Price drop - savings added
No or low solo supplement
Ambassador's 'Cruise of the Week'
Extra 10% savings applied - ends 4 Feb
Great for solo travellers - low supplements
Premium value cruising on smaller ships
10% Blue Light or English Heritage Discount
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Day
Date
 
Arrival
Departure
 
1
23rd Feb 2025 Sunday
Tilbury (London)
17:00
2
24th Feb 2025 Monday
Ijmuiden
08:00
17:00
3
25th Feb 2025 Tuesday
At Sea
4
26th Feb 2025 Wednesday
Alesund
12:00
19:00
5
27th Feb 2025 Thursday
At Sea
6
28th Feb 2025 Friday
Tromsø
12:00
22:00
7
1st Mar 2025 Saturday
Alta
09:00
8
2nd Mar 2025 Sunday
Alta
19:00
9
3rd Mar 2025 Monday
At Sea
10
4th Mar 2025 Tuesday
Narvik
08:00
18:00
11
5th Mar 2025 Wednesday
Bodø
07:00
16:00
12
6th Mar 2025 Thursday
At Sea
13
7th Mar 2025 Friday
Bergen
08:00
16:00
14
8th Mar 2025 Saturday
At Sea
15
9th Mar 2025 Sunday
Tilbury (London)
08:00

Launching in March 2023, Ambition is the second cruise ship to join the Ambassador Cruise Line and will be a sister to Ambience, which launched in 2022. The 1,200-passenger ship will offer no-fly sailings from Tilbury, Essex, as well as operate a series of regional departures from UK ports including Newcastle, Dundee, Belfast, Liverpool, Bristol and Falmouth. Ambition, which previously sailed for German cruise line Aida as AidaMira, will be aimed at the 50+ British market.

Ambition's deck plans show a theatre, card room, casino and numerous dining options. The ship has 714 cabins, 125 of which have balconies and 113 are suites with up to 62m² of living space. Ambition has two main restaurants and speciality dining options, a more casual bistro style cafe, four bars and lounges and a pub. In terms of public spaces, it has a tiered main theatre, casino, card room, library, craft studio, wellness centre, gymnasium, two swimming pools and a range of shops. ##

Ambition's Maiden Voyage will sail to Norway and Denmark on the 4th Mar 2023 from Tilbury.

Ambition's Itineraries will focus on UK regional ports. Based at Tilbury, Essex, Ambition will also offer a series of regional departures from UK ports including Newcastle, Dundee, Belfast, Liverpool, Bristol and Falmouth.

Ambition's Specs: The ship will carry 1,200 passengers and 500 crew. It will have 714 cabins, 125 of which have balconies and 113 are suites with up to 62m² of living space. Its gross tonnage is 48,123 and it first launched in 1999 as Mistral. The ship will be completely refurbished before entering service and retrofitted with the latest in emission reduction technology, which it claims will reduce will reduce nitrogen oxide emissions by approximately 95 percent compared to current standards.

Best for...

Best for those seeking a good value, traditional cruise experience, travelling with predominantly UK-based guests

Not the best for...

Night owls, or anyone seeking large, new ships and the accompanying bells and whistles that come with them

Who goes on Ambassador cruise ships?

Ambassador Cruise Line is predominately for the 50-plus market. All guests must be at least 18 years at the time of sailing, with the exception of multi-generational cruises where toddlers and babies 6 months + can also sail.


Do I have to dress up on a Ambassador cruise?

During the day, casual clothing is the norm. For the evenings on board, the daily programme suggests a dress code. There are generally two "Ambassador formal" nights on each cruise of six nights or longer where suits or dinner jacket for the gentleman are suggested and dresses or cocktail attire for the ladies.


Is everything included on Ambassador cruises?

Ambassador offers three drinks and gratuity packages which are an extra cost per person per night, starting from £15.95 There is a supplement to dine in the speciality restaurants on board. Shore excursions are also an additional cost.


What are Ambassador's most popular activities?

Ambassador has a wide range of Enrichment and Entertainment programmes, featuring guest lecturers, celebrity speakers at the line's "In Conversation With" sessions and arts and crafts specialists.


  • Comfortable accommodation in chosen cabin category
  • Exceptional full-board cuisine (breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner)
  • Captain’s cocktail party*
  • Captain’s Gala Dinner and Baked Alaska Parade*
  • Informative guest speakers*
  • A wide range of entertainment, including evening shows, plays, cabarets, live music
  • Theatre@Sea - exclusive on board selection of short plays, vignettes and more
  • Daytime activities, quizzes, dance classes and deck games
  • Range of fitness, dance and wellness classes
  • Use of gym, swimming pool and hot tubs
  • Spa access
  • Porterage of luggage between the port and cabin
  • All port taxes, fees and charges

*Sailings of 6-nights or more

Cruise from London Tilbury

Cruise from London Tilbury from £190

Start your journey from closer to home

Make your holiday even more convenient with a local departure on these sailings from London Tilbury. Known for it's small, friendly terminal and efficient passenger processing, you can be onboard in just a few minutes. London Tilbury is ideally located if you live in the Midlands and South of England with easy access from the M25. Ambassador also offer low price connections to/from London Victoria Coach Station and the station at Tilbury is just a few minutes away from the cruise terminal. Parking is available on site.

Northern Lights Cruises

From £784pp -- Norway's Land of the Northern Lights

Top of the wish list for many travellers, these mysterious, ethereal arcs of light dance across the sky, creating an eerie glow on the landscape below. Many indigenous people in Northern Europe have long-held beliefs about the source of magical light. As a natural phenomenon, catching a glimpse of the lights can be unpredictable and is down to lunch, time of year, location and weather - September to April is typically the best time to catch a glimpse. On a cruise, you can avoid any land-generated light pollution and experience the contrast of the inky black sky and luminous light show to the fullest effect and with Ambassador's small, friendly ships, you can be assured that you'll be looked after on and off-deck.

Here's what's included with Ambassador Cruises
  • Flexible cancellation policies (please ask for booking conditions)
  • Comfortable accommodation in your chosen cabin category
  • Exceptional full-board cuisine (breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner)
  • Captain’s cocktail party
  • Captain’s Gala Dinner and Baked Alaska Parade
  • Informative guest speakers
  • A wide range of entertainment, including evening shows, plays, cabarets, live music.
  • Theatre@Sea - exclusive on-board selection of short plays, vignettes and more
  • Daytime activities, quizzes, dance classes and deck games
  • Range of fitness, dance and wellness classes
  • Use of gym, swimming pool and hot tubs
  • Spa access
  • All port taxes, fees & charges

No-fly Norwegian Fjords

From £630pp -- No-fly Norwegian Fjords

Experience the dramatic and awe-inspiring landscapes of Norway's Fjordland on a cruise like no other. Marvel at the towering peaks, breathtaking waterfalls, and vibrant blue fjords as you relax in warmth and luxury. This Ultra HD journey takes you through quaint villages, remote mountain farms, and lush green valleys. Prepare to be captivated by the sheer scale of the fjords, a sight that will forever be etched in your memory. Explore historic Bergen with its UNESCO-listed wooden houses, vibrant art museums, and thriving fish market. Don't miss the unforgettable Flåm and its spectacular railway journey through untouched valleys and steep slopes. With convenient departures from across the UK, Ambassador Cruise Line’s Norwegian Fjords Cruises embody the spirit of this magnificent country.

Saver Fare or Ambassador Fare?

What's included with Ambassador Cruise Line?

What's the difference between a Saver Fare and an Ambassador Fare?

  • Flexible cancellation policies†
  • Comfortable accommodation in chosen cabin category
  • Sumptuous full board cuisine (breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner)
  • Captain’s Welcome & Farewell cocktail party*
  • Captain’s Gala Dinner and Baked Alaska Parade*
  • Informative guest speakers*
  • A wide range of entertainment, including evening shows, plays, cabarets, live music & classical interludes
  • Daytime activities, quizzes, dance classes and outside deck games
  • Range of fitness, dance and wellness classes
  • Use of gym, swimming pools and hot tubs
  • Spa access
  • Porterage of luggage between the port and cabin.
  • All port taxes, fees and charges

Saver, Late Saver & Ambassador Fares

Saver and Late Saver Fares are available on most cruises and include all of the services and amenities listed above. Occasionally, we may be able to access a Late Saver Guarantee Fare on inside or oceanview cabins for both solo and twin occupancy that are sold on a 'guarantee' basis. On these bookings, your exact cabin type and location will be advised to you at any time up to boarding. 

Ambassador Fares are perfect for when you want all of the bells and whistles taken care of before you travel. Occasionally, these may also be sold on a 'guarantee' basis where the cabin location will be advised close to departure. All Ambassador Fares bookings include all of the following:

  • Gratuities and services charges (£6pppn, reduced to £5pppn on cruises of 16 nights and longer)
  • Ambassador's top beverage package, the Expedition Drinks package

Ambassador Fares cannot currently be shown on the website. Please ask our team for details and pricing.


Terms & conditions

†See booking conditions & full T&C’s, *6 nights or more. Saver Fares and Late Saver fare discounts vary by cruise and by grade. Limited offer cabins and subject to availability. May be withdrawn without notice at any time. All discounts and offers not applicable to Festive Events. For Ambassador Drinks Packages all guests in cabin must purchase the same package. Saver Fares prices are per person based on either two adults sharing a twin cabin or one person in a single. Late Saver prices are per person based on either two adults sharing a twin cabin or one person in a single in guarantee cabins. Prices shown have full discount already applied.

What's included in the Ambassador Drinks Package?

What's included in the Ambassador Drinks Package?

Purchase a drinks package when booking, and you can ensure that once onboard, you can enjoy a range of delicious beverages without additional charge. Ambassador's drinks packages include the daily gratuities (services charges) which are £7ppn on sailings of 14 nights and under, and £6ppn on cruises of 15 nights or more.*

Ambassador Experience Package

  • Gratuities and service charges for the duration of your cruise
  • Non-alcoholic beverages including unlimited soft drinks

Ambassador Explorer Package

  • All of the inclusions of the Experience Package plus:
  • House brands from the bar list (by the glass)
  • House wines - red, white & rose
  • 50% discount on premium beverages from the bar

Ambassador Expedition Package

  • All of the inclusions of the Explorer Package plus:
  • Premium wines - red, white and rose
  • Premium drinks from the bar list (by the glass)
  • Premium teas & speciality coffees

Ambassador Adventurers Package (children)

  • Non-alcoholic beverages including unlimited soft drinks

Prices vary based on the duration of cruise and are cheaper if purchased before you sail.

Experience Package

2-4 night cruises: £65 - £109 per person per cruise (£85 - £129 per person onboard)

5-29 night cruises: £20.95 per person per night (£22.95 per person per night onboard)

30-69 night cruises: £18.95 per person per night (£21.95 per person per night onboard) 

70 nights and over: £17.95 per person per night (£19.95 per person per night onboard)

Explorer Package

2-4 night cruises: £109 - £186 per person per cruise (£129 - £206 per person onboard)

5-29 night cruises: £38.95 per person per night (£43.95 per person per night onboard)

30-69 night cruises: £34.95 per person per night (£41.95 per person per night onboard) 

70 nights and over: £32.95 per person per night (£37.95 per person per night onboard)

Expedition Package

2-4 night cruises: £129 - £219 per person per cruise (£149 - £239 per person onboard)

5-29 night cruises: £44.95 per person per night (£50.95 per person per night onboard)

30-69 night cruises: £40.95 per person per night (£47.95 per person per night onboard) 

70 nights and over: £38.95 per person per night (£42.95 per person per night onboard)

Adventurers Package (children 3-11 yrs of age)

5-29 night cruises: £13 per person per night (£15 per person per night onboard)

Adventurers Package (children 12-17 yrs of age)

5-29 night cruises: £16 per person per night (£18 per person per night onboard)


Terms & conditions

*Gratuities are £5pppn on World Cruise. For 12-17 year olds, gratuities are £4pppn. Drinks Packages are only available to purchase for the entire duration of the cruise and if all occupants of the cabin purchase the same package. All Ambassador Drinks Packages exclude drinks/snacks from the cabin/suite mini bar and bottles of water (large and small). Tea and coffee ordered at the bars are also excluded from the Ambassador Drinks Packages, with the exception of the Ambassador Expedition Package. Please note that any speciality coffees that include alcohol are included within your 15-beverage limit. Ambassador Drinks Packages may be booked up to 7 days before the sailing date. Drinks package purchases are non-refundable. Charges apply to children aged 3 to 17 years old at the time of sailing. Infants under 3 will not be charged and no package needs to be added. Only one drink per person at any time may be ordered (minimum 15-minute wait between orders). Alcoholic drinks are limited to 15 beverages per 24-hour period (6 am to 6 am). Alcoholic drinks requested above the daily limits will be charged with a 50% discount. All packages purchased once on board are STRICTLY non-refundable or transferable between individuals. All drinks within the Ambassador Drinks Packages are served by the glass only. Please note that gratuities & service charges cannot be removed or adjusted if purchased within the package. Purchase of drinks package onboard must be made within 24 hours of boarding. Certain drinks included within the Ambassador drinks packages may be unavailable from time to time, in which case no refund is allowed. No discounts are offered on bottles of wine, champagne or spirits. Available drinks included within each package are highlighted on the bar menus. Ambassador Cruise Line reserves the right to introduce exclusions or limitations without prior notice. Ordering a double shot or a large glass of wine is not permitted under the programme as it counts as two drinks. Any bottles and cans will be served opened. The ship's management reserves the right to refuse the service of alcohol at any time in accordance with our policy for the Responsible Service of Alcohol. A loyalty discount will be applied when purchasing a drinks package. Please note loyalty discount is not in addition to the advertised 50% discount on premium beverages from the bar, included within the Explorer or Expedition packages. The drinks package applies to the full advertised cruise duration, other than the day of disembarkation where drinks will be charged at the standard bar menu rate. For the avoidance of doubt if the cruise is advertised as a 7-night cruise, then 7 shall be applied as the multiplier to the price of the package. Standard spirit measures are 40ml. Full terms available upon request.

In Search of the Northern Lights

In Search of the Northern Lights

Step aboard with one of these fantastic cruise lines and experience the magic of a Northern Lights cruise, where you can witness nature's most spectacular show in the serene Arctic waters. Picture yourself on deck, surrounded by a starry sky and the dark sea, as the vibrant colours of the Aurora Borealis dance above you. These cruises offer the perfect opportunity to see this breathtaking phenomenon without any city lights to spoil the view. So head out on an unforgettable adventure and let the enchantment of the Northern Lights at sea create memories to last a lifetime.

Price Drop! Great Savings on Winter & Spring Sailings

Price Drop! Huge Savings on Winter & Spring Sailings

Our friends at Ambassador Cruise Line have just announced a string of spectacular savings on a great selection of cruises sailing in February and March. Choose to embrace the season and lean into the wintery wonderland found when you head North and explore Nordic Cities or go in search of the Northern Lights. If you'd rather go in search of sunshine, you can head down to the Mediterranean and beat the crowds usually found later in the year.

See why Ambassador's friendly, attentive service and great food and entertainment options;mean that their guests return to sail with them repeatedly. Solo passenger? Some dates only have a £100 supplement!

Don't miss out - these great prices won't last long.

Limited-Time Solo Savings on Ambassador Cruise Adventures

Limited-Time Solo Savings on Ambassador Cruise Adventures

If you're considering sailing solo, Ambassador Cruise Line has the deal for you! Their smaller, adult-only ships create a relaxed, friendly atmosphere where making connections feels effortless. On the below sailing, with either no extra supplement or just an extra £100 or £200 to pay, you’ll enjoy your own space without a double room price tag. 

Fancy sailing in a balcony or suite? There is currently NO SOLO SUPPLEMENT on these sailings on Ambition if you book a suite, or on Ambience, if you book a balcony!

Ambassador’s thoughtfully curated itineraries take the hassle out of travel with engaging shore excursions catering to group explorers and solo adventurers. Onboard, the inviting community feel continues, with shared dining options, casual mixers, and fun, low-key activities designed to unite people. Staff are attentive and personable, and with special gatherings for solo guests, you’re bound to meet fellow travellers while still having the freedom to explore at your own pace. With Ambassador, solo travel is as enjoyable as easy—so set sail and discover the world on your terms, one friendly port at a time.

Limited space - don't miss out! 

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