--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 53defb63-3b4f-4930-a2c3-12779c9f29f8 slug: 2147807 voyage_code: J605 cruise_line: P&O Cruises ship: Arcadia departure_date: return_date: nights: 16 embarkation_port: Southampton disembarkation_port: Southampton starting_price_usd: None bookable: false last_updated: 2026-05-04T22:24:33Z --- # British Isles > P&O Cruises · Arcadia · May 25 – Jun 10   (16 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | P&O Cruises | | **Ship** | Arcadia | | **Duration** | 16 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Southampton | | **Disembarkation Port** | Southampton | | **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | J605 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Southampton **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The city center is a charming mix of old city walls and a large modern shopping centre. With multiple restaurants, museums, cinemas and theatres there is plenty to be explored. Time spent at embarkation and disembarkation ports may be limited which may restrict availability of shore excursions. ### Day 2: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 3: Cork **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Cork is Ireland's second largest city. Here you can visit St Finbarr's Cathedral, Cork City Museum and the 19th Century Cork Jail. Don't miss your opportunity to visit Blarney Castle, a short ride away, to kiss the Blarney Stone! ### Day 4: Holyhead **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Holyhead is a town in Wales and a major Irish Sea port serving Ireland. It is also a community and the largest town in the Isle of Anglesey county, with a population of 13,659 at the 2011 census ### Day 5: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 6: Killybegs **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Killybegs is a town in County Donegal, Ireland. It is the largest fishing port in the country and on the island of Ireland. It is located on the south coast of the county, north of Donegal Bay, near Donegal Town. Its Irish name Na Cealla Beaga means 'little cells', a reference to early monastic settlements ### Day 7: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 8: Kirkwall **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The 70 or so Orkney Islands lie at the north west tip of Scotland, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the North Sea. Kirkwall, the capital of the archipelago, is a Viking town founded in 1035 by Earl Rognvald Brusason. You’ll find that the original ancient Norse town has been beautifully preserved and provides an intriguing place to while away your time. ### Day 9: Lerwick **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Bustling Lerwick is the capital, and only town, of Scotland’s Shetland Islands. Founded in the 17th century to service Dutch herring fleets, a number of its oldest structures, including the fort, were burnt to the ground many years ago. Today most of its historical architecture can be seen along the waterfront, including sandstone buildings, which date from the 18th century. ### Day 10: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 11: Stornoway (Stornoway) **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Stornoway is the main town of the Western Isles and the capital of Lewis and Harris in Scotland. The town's population is around 8,000, making it by far the largest town in the Hebrides, as well as the second largest island town in Scotland after Kirkwall in Orkney. ### Day 11: Scottish Scenic Cruising **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 12: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 13: Glasgow (tours from Greenock) **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Glasgow is a port city on the River Clyde in Scotland's western Lowlands. It's famed for its Victorian and art nouveau architecture, a rich legacy of the city's 18th–20th-century prosperity due to trade and shipbuilding. Today it's a national cultural hub, home to institutions including the Scottish Opera, Scottish Ballet and National Theatre of Scotland, as well as acclaimed museums and a thriving music scene ### Day 14: Belfast (Belfast) **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Founded in the 17th century, the city was one of the world's leading industrial names, home to Harland and Wolff - the shipbuilders who built the ill-fated Titanic. Despite its more recent political troubles, Belfast is today an alluring destination. Amidst its majestic Victorian buildings, shop in stylish boutiques, sip a Guinness, or take a scenic stroll in Barnett Demesne park. The city's centrepiece is the City Hall, completed in 1906, with its domed roof and grand Italian marble staircase. ... ### Day 15: Liverpool **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM If you’re looking for a place in Northern England that is the most reminiscent of the exciting city of London, then Liverpool is your answer. Full of history and culture, Liverpool is second only to London for the highest number of museums, theaters, and art galleries in England. But Liverpool isn’t just an alternative to London. Liverpool has an energy and vibe all its own. Liverpool has a number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites and was even named the European Capital of Culture in 2008. B... ### Day 16: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 17: Southampton **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The city center is a charming mix of old city walls and a large modern shopping centre. With multiple restaurants, museums, cinemas and theatres there is plenty to be explored. Time spent at embarkation and disembarkation ports may be limited which may restrict availability of shore excursions. ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Pricing | Contact for latest fares | ## Cabin Options ### Inside Cabins **Large Inside** (Code: OA) Approximately 157-208 sq. ft. These spacious cabins are perfect if you want a more economical way to travel and prefer to be out and about experiencing the ship or reclining up on deck by the pools. **Inside** (Code: PA) Approximately 157-208 sq. ft. These spacious cabins are perfect if you want a more economical way to travel and prefer to be out and about experiencing the ship or reclining up on deck by the pools. **Inside** (Code: PB) Approximately 157-208 sq. ft. These spacious cabins are perfect if you want a more economical way to travel and prefer to be out and about experiencing the ship or reclining up on deck by the pools. **Inside** (Code: PD) Approximately 157-208 sq. ft. These spacious cabins are perfect if you want a more economical way to travel and prefer to be out and about experiencing the ship or reclining up on deck by the pools. ### Balcony Cabins **Deluxe Balcony** (Code: EA) Approximately 212-379 sq. ft. There's nothing quite like opening your patio style doors onto your own private balcony, especially to take in the fresh morning air or to enjoy a spectacular sail in to your next destination. **Deluxe Balcony** (Code: ED) Approximately 212-379 sq. ft. There's nothing quite like opening your patio style doors onto your own private balcony, especially to take in the fresh morning air or to enjoy a spectacular sail in to your next destination. **Deluxe Balcony** (Code: EB) Approximately 212-379 sq. ft. There's nothing quite like opening your patio style doors onto your own private balcony, especially to take in the fresh morning air or to enjoy a spectacular sail in to your next destination. ### Suite Cabins **Mini Suite** (Code: CB) Approximately 388-480 sq. ft. The ultimate in luxury, our mini-suites offer the extra space of a lounge area (perfect for entertaining), a superior bathroom, dressing area and a broad balcony to take in the sights. **Suite** (Code: B1) Approximately 530-843 sq. ft. Delight in VIP treatment throughout your holiday with butler service, spacious accommodation, a superior bathroom with full-size whirlpool bath*, inclusive room service, breakfast each day in an exclusive restaurant plus all the luxuries included with Mini-suites. **Suite** (Code: B2) Approximately 530-843 sq. ft. Delight in VIP treatment throughout your holiday with butler service, spacious accommodation, a superior bathroom with full-size whirlpool bath*, inclusive room service, breakfast each day in an exclusive restaurant plus all the luxuries included with Mini-suites. **Mini Suite** (Code: CE) Approximately 388-480 sq. ft. The ultimate in luxury, our mini-suites offer the extra space of a lounge area (perfect for entertaining), a superior bathroom, dressing area and a broad balcony to take in the sights. **Mini Suite** (Code: CA) Approximately 388-480 sq. ft. The ultimate in luxury, our mini-suites offer the extra space of a lounge area (perfect for entertaining), a superior bathroom, dressing area and a broad balcony to take in the sights. ## Ship Information ### Arcadia Exclusively for adults - Arcadia’s signature features such as her exterior glass-fronted lifts and expansive art collection, featuring no less than 3,000 works of art, create a sophisticated air. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 2,094 | | Crew | 866 | | Gross Tonnage | 83,781.0 | | Length | 935.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 952 | | Adults Only | Yes | ## Ports of Call ### Southampton *Coordinates: 50.8862, -1.3957* The city center is a charming mix of old city walls and a large modern shopping centre. With multiple restaurants, museums, cinemas and theatres there is plenty to be explored. Time spent at embarkation and disembarkation ports may be limited which may restrict availability of shore excursions. ### Cork *Coordinates: 51.8979, -8.47109* Cork is Ireland's second largest city. Here you can visit St Finbarr's Cathedral, Cork City Museum and the 19th Century Cork Jail. Don't miss your opportunity to visit Blarney Castle, a short ride away, to kiss the Blarney Stone! ### Holyhead *Coordinates: 53.3088, -4.63278* Holyhead is a town in Wales and a major Irish Sea port serving Ireland. It is also a community and the largest town in the Isle of Anglesey county, with a population of 13,659 at the 2011 census ### Killybegs *Coordinates: 54.6311, -8.44366* Killybegs is a town in County Donegal, Ireland. It is the largest fishing port in the country and on the island of Ireland. It is located on the south coast of the county, north of Donegal Bay, near Donegal Town. Its Irish name Na Cealla Beaga means 'little cells', a reference to early monastic settlements ### Kirkwall *Coordinates: 58.9847, -2.96225* The 70 or so Orkney Islands lie at the north west tip of Scotland, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the North Sea. Kirkwall, the capital of the archipelago, is a Viking town founded in 1035 by Earl Rognvald Brusason. You’ll find that the original ancient Norse town has been beautifully preserved and provides an intriguing place to while away your time. ### Lerwick *Coordinates: 60.1558, -1.14457* Bustling Lerwick is the capital, and only town, of Scotland’s Shetland Islands. Founded in the 17th century to service Dutch herring fleets, a number of its oldest structures, including the fort, were burnt to the ground many years ago. Today most of its historical architecture can be seen along the waterfront, including sandstone buildings, which date from the 18th century. ### Stornoway (Stornoway) *Coordinates: 58.2091, -6.38848* Stornoway is the main town of the Western Isles and the capital of Lewis and Harris in Scotland. The town's population is around 8,000, making it by far the largest town in the Hebrides, as well as the second largest island town in Scotland after Kirkwall in Orkney. ### Scottish Scenic Cruising ### Glasgow (tours from Greenock) *Coordinates: 55.8656, -4.25722* Glasgow is a port city on the River Clyde in Scotland's western Lowlands. It's famed for its Victorian and art nouveau architecture, a rich legacy of the city's 18th–20th-century prosperity due to trade and shipbuilding. Today it's a national cultural hub, home to institutions including the Scottish Opera, Scottish Ballet and National Theatre of Scotland, as well as acclaimed museums and a thriv... ### Belfast (Belfast) *Coordinates: 54.5973, -5.93011* Founded in the 17th century, the city was one of the world's leading industrial names, home to Harland and Wolff - the shipbuilders who built the ill-fated Titanic. Despite its more recent political troubles, Belfast is today an alluring destination. Amidst its majestic Victorian buildings, shop in stylish boutiques, sip a Guinness, or take a scenic stroll in Barnett Demesne park. The city's centr... ### Liverpool *Coordinates: 53.4084, -2.99157* If you’re looking for a place in Northern England that is the most reminiscent of the exciting city of London, then Liverpool is your answer. Full of history and culture, Liverpool is second only to London for the highest number of museums, theaters, and art galleries in England. But Liverpool isn’t just an alternative to London. Liverpool has an energy and vibe all its own. Liverpool has a... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2147807 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2147807 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2147807.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2147807/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/po-cruises/arcadia/other/61553.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-04 22:24:33 UTC