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Norway's Land of the Northern Lights

8th Mar 2027 | 16 nights | Ambassador | Ambition

Longer Winter Escapes
Go in search of the Northern Lights
Savings of up to 25% applied
Great for solo travellers - low supplements
Premium value cruising on smaller ships
5% Blue Light Discount Available
Ålesund
Trondheim
Tromsø
Alta
Narvik
Romsdalsfjord (Cruising)
Molde
  • Inside
    from £990 pp
  • Outside
    from £1,197 pp
  • Balcony
    from £2,182 pp
  • Suite
    from £2,325 pp
Longer Winter Escapes
Go in search of the Northern Lights
Savings of up to 25% applied
Great for solo travellers - low supplements
Premium value cruising on smaller ships
5% Blue Light Discount Available
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Date
 
Arrival
Departure
 
1
8th Mar 2027 Monday
Tilbury (London)
17:00
2
9th Mar 2027 Tuesday
At Sea
3
10th Mar 2027 Wednesday
At Sea
4
11th Mar 2027 Thursday
Ålesund
09:00
17:00
5
12th Mar 2027 Friday
Trondheim
08:00
17:00
6
13th Mar 2027 Saturday
At Sea
7
14th Mar 2027 Sunday
Tromsø
09:00
19:00
8
15th Mar 2027 Monday
Alta
09:00
9
16th Mar 2027 Tuesday
Alta
18:00
10
17th Mar 2027 Wednesday
At Sea
11
18th Mar 2027 Thursday
Narvik
08:00
18:00
12
19th Mar 2027 Friday
At Sea
13
20th Mar 2027 Saturday
Romsdalsfjord (Cruising)
08:00
02:00
14
21st Mar 2027 Sunday
Molde
07:00
17:00
15
22nd Mar 2027 Monday
At Sea
16
23rd Mar 2027 Tuesday
At Sea
17
24th Mar 2027 Wednesday
Tilbury (London)
08:00
Overview Activities Dining Cabins Videos

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

Northern Lights Cruises

From £918pp -- 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 luck, 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

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Longer Winter Escapes | No-fly Cruises from £939

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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.

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.

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Up to 25% Savings

Up to 25% Savings on Selected Sailings

Enjoy up to 25% off selected cruises* and treat yourself to the unforgettable Ambassador experience. Whether you’re dreaming of a sun-soaked Mediterranean escape, breathtaking destinations across Europe, the Baltics, Scandinavia or a scenic voyage around the British Isles, your perfect getaway awaits.

It’s never been easier to plan and secure your perfect cabin, knowing you’ll be welcomed on board with the warmest welcome at sea.

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