The best contemporary cruise lines
Big ships, bold itineraries and broad appeal. These cruise lines focus on value, variety and onboard choice, with everything from family-friendly entertainment to lively dining and expansive itineraries.
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Includes 02 Nights Pre Cruise 4* Hotel Stay in Lisbon & 02 Nights Post Cruise 4* Hotel Stay in Barcelona
Norwegian Dawnfrom
Lisbon
Marella Discoveryfrom
La Romana
Hays Exclusive Includes 13% Discount
Marella Voyagerfrom
Corfu
Family of 3 - Interior from £3767
£50 Low deposit PP
Marella Discovery 2from
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Up to £250pp airfare credit on balcony & above!
Norwegian Blissfrom
New York, New York
Arviafrom
Bridgetown
All Inclusive cruise as standard
Marella Discovery 2from
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
The best premium cruise lines
A step up in space, service and dining. Premium lines offer a more refined onboard experience, with fewer crowds, polished itineraries and a premium atmosphere without moving fully into luxury pricing.
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Save up to £50 pp & reduced deposits
Free balcony upgrade
Based on 2 person Cabin
Scarlet Ladyfrom
Piraeus
Save up to £50 pp & reduced deposits
Azamara Onwardfrom
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Exclusive Hays Travel Bar tab offer
Scarlet Ladyfrom
Piraeus
Exclusive Hays Travel Bar tab offer
Celebrity Infinityfrom
Piraeus
2 night 5* hongkong stay|12 night cruise onboard celebrity solstice
Free balcony upgrade
Regal Princessfrom
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
The best luxury cruise lines
Smaller ships, higher crew ratios and a focus on detail. These lines deliver a more inclusive, considered experience, where service, dining and destination depth take priority over scale.
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Seven Seas Voyagerfrom
Copenhagen
Direct flights with luggage allowance*, private overseas transfers and a 10-night luxury cruise with the choice between FREE $600 shore excursion credit OR FREE wine, beer & champagne with lunch and dinner
Up to 50% OFF plus choice of amenities
Seven Seas Splendorfrom
New York, New York
Silver Rayfrom
Barcelona
Seabourn Questfrom
Dubrovnik
Seven Seas Splendorfrom
Montréal, Québec
2 night hotel stay in signapore|14 nights on the ultra luxury seabourn encore
The best expedition cruise lines
Designed for exploration, these lines focus on remote regions and expert-led journeys. Expect small ships, immersive shore landings and itineraries shaped by nature, wildlife and geography.
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World Travellerfrom
Civitavecchia
private sale exclusives
World Voyagerfrom
Reykjavík
private sale exclusives
World Travellerfrom
Piraeus
World Navigatorfrom
Longyearbyen
World Navigatorfrom
Longyearbyen
private sale exclusives
World Voyagerfrom
London Tower Bridge
private sale exclusives
World Travellerfrom
Monte-Carlo
private sale exclusives
World Voyagerfrom
London Tower Bridge
private sale exclusives
World Voyagerfrom
Bergen
private sale exclusives
World Navigatorfrom
Oslo
World Voyagerfrom
London Tower Bridge
private sale exclusives
World Navigatorfrom
Kangerlussuaq Havn
The best specialist and small ship cruise lines
Smaller ships and a more traditional style of cruising. These lines focus on destination access, longer itineraries and a slower pace, often appealing to experienced cruisers.
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Book by 30th Apr - Save up to £600 per cabin on The North Cape Line North
MS Trollfjordfrom
Oslo
Borealisfrom
Southampton
Ambiencefrom
Tilbury
Scottish Bank Holiday sailing from Rosyth.
Free Coach or Port Parking
Ambiencefrom
Tilbury
Bolettefrom
Newcastle upon Tyne
Free Coach or Port Parking
Ambiencefrom
Tilbury
Book by 30th Apr - Save up to £1,200 per cabin on The Coastal Express
MS Nordlysfrom
Bergen
MS Midnatsolfrom
Longyearbyen
The best sailing and yacht cruise lines
A more intimate way to travel. These lines offer small ships, open decks and a relaxed onboard feel, often reaching ports that larger vessels cannot access.
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Danube Explorer from Munich
Star Seekerfrom
Bangkok
Save up to 1/3rd + Complimentary All Inclusive
Save up to £50 pp & reduced deposits
Royal Clipperfrom
Venice
Save up to 1/3rd + Complimentary All Inclusive
Wind Spiritfrom
Barcelona
Save up to 1/3rd + Complimentary All Inclusive
Star Legendfrom
Athens
Save up to 1/3rd + Complimentary All Inclusive
Wind Spiritfrom
Athens
Save up to 1/3rd + Complimentary All Inclusive
Wind Spiritfrom
Rome
The best contemporary river cruise lines
Flexible, good-value river cruising with a focus on itinerary and ease. These lines offer comfortable ships, guided excursions and accessible pricing across Europe’s major waterways.
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10% Off All 2027/28 Riviera River Cruises
Free All Inclusive Drinks Package
MS Thomas Hardyfrom
Lyon
20kg+ checked luggage
MS Lord Byronfrom
Avignon
Free All Inclusive Drinks Package
Free All Inclusive Drinks Package
Free All Inclusive Drinks Package
Exclusive £100pp Hays Travel Discount
Exclusive £100pp Hays Travel Discount
MS George Eliotfrom
Frankfurt
The best luxury river cruise lines
Higher-end river cruising with more space, inclusions and personalised service. Expect well-designed ships, curated excursions and a focus on dining and detail.
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£25pp Deposit + Savings OR Onboard Credit
Viking Liffrom
Budapest
Viking Idifrom
Trier
Scenic Jadefrom
Budapest
Scenic Opalfrom
Prague
Viking Vilifrom
Budapest
Viking Hildfrom
Basel
MS Inspirefrom
Basel
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between contemporary, premium and luxury cruise lines?
Premium lines offer better service, space and dining than contemporary brands, while luxury lines focus on smaller ships, higher crew ratios and more inclusive experiences.
Are luxury cruises all-inclusive?
Many include drinks, excursions and gratuities, though inclusions vary. Some brands position themselves as fully all-inclusive, while others include selected elements.
Which cruise lines are best for first-time cruisers?
Contemporary and premium lines are often the easiest entry point, offering a wide choice of itineraries, onboard facilities and pricing options.
What is an expedition cruise?
Expedition cruises focus on remote destinations, with expert guides, small ships and immersive shore landings designed around nature and exploration.
What is the difference between ocean and river cruising?
Ocean cruises cover longer distances and larger ships, while river cruises use smaller vessels to travel inland waterways, with frequent stops in cities and towns.
