--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 30848fe0-c74f-4e9f-a958-551f43e1fbc4 slug: 2188226 voyage_code: G707 cruise_line: P&O Cruises ship: Iona departure_date: return_date: nights: 7 embarkation_port: Southampton disembarkation_port: Southampton starting_price_usd: None bookable: false last_updated: 2026-05-05T00:25:44Z --- # Northern European City Escape > P&O Cruises · Iona · Mar 27 – Apr 3, 2027   (7 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | P&O Cruises | | **Ship** | Iona | | **Duration** | 7 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Southampton | | **Disembarkation Port** | Southampton | | **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | G707 | ## 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: Hamburg **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM On the banks of the Elbe River, 70 miles inland from Travemünde, lies the city of Hamburg. This cruise destination was once a one-time Hanseatic League port, which was founded over 1,000 years ago. Cruises to Hamburg have plenty to offer. The city’s two Alster lakes, hundreds of canals and spacious parks, the grandeur of its church steeples and great City Hall belfry, its sense of energy and confidence – all contribute to the subtle appeal of the imposing city. ### Day 4: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 5: Rotterdam **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The city of Rotterdam is located on the banks of the North Sea by the Nieuwe Waterweg. Recognised as one of the world’s leading ports, this ever-evolving city has a wealth of attractions. Rotterdam offers something for everyone - those who love the hustle and bustle of city life and those searching for peace tranquillity. One of Rotterdams main attractions is Diergaarde Blijdorp, a zoo featuring the impressive Oceanium where visitors can walk through an underwater tunnel surrounded by sharks. ### Day 6: Rotterdam **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The city of Rotterdam is located on the banks of the North Sea by the Nieuwe Waterweg. Recognised as one of the world’s leading ports, this ever-evolving city has a wealth of attractions. Rotterdam offers something for everyone - those who love the hustle and bustle of city life and those searching for peace tranquillity. One of Rotterdams main attractions is Diergaarde Blijdorp, a zoo featuring the impressive Oceanium where visitors can walk through an underwater tunnel surrounded by sharks. ### Day 7: Zeebrugge **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Understand that Zeebrugge literally means Bruges-on-Sea and you immediately appreciate why this ferry port is also Belgium's major cruise port. A medieval jewel on the North Sea, the charming city of Bruges is just 10 miles away. Sometimes called the Venice of the North because of the picturesque criss-crossing canals on which you can enjoy fascinating and romantic boat rides, Bruges actually has a character all its own. Although it has all the facilities of a modern city - smart shops, restaura... ### Day 8: 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 | ## Ship Information ### Iona A moment many of us have been waiting for has finally arrived… During a formal handover ceremony with the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, we officially welcomed Iona to the P&O Cruises fleet. As the first British cruise ship to be powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG), Iona is our greenest, largest and most innovative ship yet. And she has a host of surprises in store. With Iona’s luminous glass-roofed SkyDome, on-board gin distillery and whole world of dining and entertainment on board, we can hardly wait to share her with you. We now eagerly look forward to Iona’s new maiden season in Northern Europe and Spain, Portugal and the Canary Islands... #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 5,200 | | Crew | 1,800 | | Gross Tonnage | 184,700.0 | | Length | 1,129.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 2,500 | ## 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. ### Hamburg *Coordinates: 53.5534, 9.9922* On the banks of the Elbe River, 70 miles inland from Travemünde, lies the city of Hamburg. This cruise destination was once a one-time Hanseatic League port, which was founded over 1,000 years ago. Cruises to Hamburg have plenty to offer. The city’s two Alster lakes, hundreds of canals and spacious parks, the grandeur of its church steeples and great City Hall belfry, its sense of energy and c... ### Rotterdam *Coordinates: 51.9226, 4.47075* The city of Rotterdam is located on the banks of the North Sea by the Nieuwe Waterweg. Recognised as one of the world’s leading ports, this ever-evolving city has a wealth of attractions. Rotterdam offers something for everyone - those who love the hustle and bustle of city life and those searching for peace tranquillity. One of Rotterdams main attractions is Diergaarde Blijdorp, a zoo featuring... ### Zeebrugge *Coordinates: 51.3333, 3.2* Understand that Zeebrugge literally means Bruges-on-Sea and you immediately appreciate why this ferry port is also Belgium's major cruise port. A medieval jewel on the North Sea, the charming city of Bruges is just 10 miles away. Sometimes called the Venice of the North because of the picturesque criss-crossing canals on which you can enjoy fascinating and romantic boat rides, Bruges actually has ... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2188226 - **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/2188226 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2188226.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2188226/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/po-cruises/iona/other/59497.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-05 00:25:44 UTC