Majestic Princess and the British Isles - 2026

Tour details
July 21, 2026 / Istanbul – London (Gatwick) Meet at Istanbul Airport International Departures terminal at 04:30. After check-in and passport procedures, flight TK 1981 departs at 07:50 to London Gatwick. Arrive at 09:55 local time. Transfer to Southampton port with our private vehicle waiting at the airport. Check-in for the ship and settle into your cabins. Our ship will set sail tonight at 16:00... July 22, 2026 / Falmouth (Cornwall), England Our ship will arrive early in the morning at Falmouth in Cornwall, the westernmost part of the British mainland. Today, guests can join an optional tour organized by our guide to Land’s End & St. Michael’s Mount, reminiscent of Normandy’s islands. After the tour, return to the ship. The ship will anchor again at 18:00 tonight. July 23, 2026 / Cobh (Cork), Ireland This morning, our ship will dock at Cobh port in Ireland. After passport procedures onboard, guests can join an optional tour organized by our guide to Cork, Blarney Castle & Kinsale. We will enjoy a panoramic tour and free time in this charming Irish city, then visit the medieval Blarney Castle and Gardens. Afterwards, we will travel briefly to Kinsale, a picturesque fishing town that has become a popular seaside resort. Return to the ship, which will anchor at 17:00 tonight. July 24, 2026 / Liverpool, England This morning, we return to mainland England, arriving in Liverpool, one of the country’s most significant cities. Guests can join an optional city tour organized by our guide. Liverpool boasts one of the world’s largest and busiest ports. The city center, reflecting Georgian architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage site, includes the Theatre, Cathedral, St. George’s Hall, Albert Dock, and the Mersey River waterfront. After free time, return to the ship, which will set sail at 20:00 tonight. July 25, 2026 / Belfast, Northern Ireland Our ship will dock this morning at Belfast, the most important city in Northern Ireland. Guests can join an optional city tour organised by our guide to Belfast’s City & Giants’ Causeway. This city, once embroiled in civil conflict, now celebrates its social and economic revival. The tour includes visit to Albert Memorial Clock, Belfast Opera House, The Crown Bar (from 1885), City Hall, Harland & Wolff shipyard (famous for building Titanic), and the historically significant Shankill and Falls districts illustrating the Troubles. Then, we’ll go to the UNESCO-listed Giant’s Causeway, a natural wonder made of approximately forty thousand interlocking basalt columns formed 50 million years ago. Return to the ship, which will depart at 20:00 tonight. July 26, 2026 / Glasgow (Greenock), Scotland This morning, the ship will arrive at Glasgow (Greenock port), Scotland’s largest city. Guests may join an optional city tour organized by our guide. Glasgow, Scotland’s second major trading hub after London, was designated a European Capital of Culture in 1990. The tour, starting from the Clyde River, will showcase Victorian architecture such as Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, George Square, the 1880 City Hall, the Irish Quarter, and Buchanan Street, a shopping paradise. After free time, we return to the ship, which will set sail from Greenock at 18:00 tonight. July 27, 2026 / Sea Day Today, the ship will sail parallel to the Scottish coast in the Atlantic Ocean. Guests can enjoy all the luxurious activities onboard while marveling at the spectacular scenery. July 28, 2026 / Kirkwall (Orkney Islands), Scotland Early morning at 07:00, the ship will arrive in Kirkwall, the capital of the Orkney Islands off northern Mainland Britain. The archipelago, historically linked to Norway and having Neolithic sites, offers a walking tour including visits to St. Magnus Cathedral and the local history museum. Guests can also shop for local products. The ship will depart at 18:00 this evening. July 29, 2026 / Invergordon (Inverness), Scotland At 07:00 in the morning, the ship will dock at Inverness on the eastern coast of Scotland, on the North Sea. Guests may join an optional tour to Loch Ness, famous for the legendary Nessie. The tour will also include Urquhart Castle by the lake. Return to the ship by 18:00. July 30, 2026 / Edinburgh (South Queensferry), Scotland This morning, the ship will arrive at Edinburgh, the capital since 1437, docking at South Queensferry. Guests can join an optional city tour. The tour will start at Holyrood Palace, passing through the historic Old Town, New Town built in the 18th century, Princess Street, Charlotte Square, and St. Andrew Square. Then, visit Rosslyn Chapel, an architectural marvel that gained fame from the Da Vinci Code. After sightseeing, return to the ship, which will depart at 20:00. July 31, 2026 / Sea Day Today, the ship will sail parallel to the UK mainland in the North Sea. Guests can enjoy the onboard facilities and the scenic views. August 1, 2026 / Le Havre, France Early morning, the ship will arrive at Le Havre, the gateway to Normandy in northern France. Guests may join an optional tour to Rouen & Honfleur. In Rouen, the historical city depicted in Monet’s masterpieces, visit the Gothic Cathedral, Gros Horloge Clock Tower, Vieux Marché (Old Market), and Joan of Arc Monument. Afterwards, visit Honfleur, a charming fishing port on the coast. Return to the ship after free time, which will depart at 20:00. August 2, 2026 / Southampton – (Windsor) Gatwick – Istanbul After breakfast onboard, disembarkation procedures will be completed. Our transfer vehicle will take you to London Gatwick Airport. Guests may join an optional tour to Windsor Castle, the Royal summer residence, and enjoy shopping and local cuisine during free time. Afterward, transfer to the airport for check-in. Flight TK 1998 departs at 17:15, arriving in Istanbul at 23:20 local time, marking the end of our tour.
What's included
  • Scheduled flights operated by Turkish Airlines between Istanbul Airport and London Gatwick, round trip
  • 12 nights and 13 days full-board accommodation on the 5-star Majestic Princess cruise ship
  • Port and airport taxes (per person €1000)
  • Transfers between Gatwick Airport, the port, and the hotel
  • Animations, activities, and evening shows held on the ship during the day
  • Snacks throughout the day, midnight buffet
  • 24-hour room service
  • Travel health insurance (surcharge applies for those over 70 years old)
  • Turkish guide service (if group size is 20 people or more)
 
Not included
- Gemi personel servis ücreti (gecelik kişi başı 17 USD) Ship personnel service fee (per person per night 17 USD) - Geminin veya rehberin düzenleyeceği ekstra turlar Extra tours organized by the ship or guide - Kuru temizleme, içecekler, alışveriş gibi şahsi harcamalar Personal expenses such as dry cleaning, drinks, shopping - İptali kapsayan seyahat sağlık sigortası. (Kişi başı 100 €, 70 yaş ve üzeri %100 sürprim uygulanır.) Travel health insurance covering cancellations. (100 € per person, 100% surcharge applies for those aged 70 and over) - Yurtdışı çıkış harcı Overseas departure fee - Vize ücretleri (İngiltere & Schengen) Visa fees (United Kingdom & Schengen)
Need to Know
- The times specified in the program are obtained from Turkish Airlines and Princess Cruises companies. We are not responsible for any changes that may occur in the times. Therefore, we reserve the right to make changes to the program due to any time modifications. - Sea travel is one of the most hygienic and regulated tourism sectors. All guests are deemed to agree to comply with all rules, especially regarding hygiene and cleanliness, as specified by the ship company during their voyage. - Participants must be medically fit for travel. If guests are physically or mentally unfit and their participation poses a safety risk, the cruise company may refuse boarding or remove them from the tour, and our agency bears no responsibility for such situations. All guests participating in the tour accept this condition. - Two of the dinner sessions during the cruise are formal dinners. On these evenings, male guests are expected to wear suits and female guests evening dresses in the main restaurant. - THE SHIP COMPANY AND THE CAPTAIN RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CHANGE ITINERARIES AND PORT TIMES BEFORE OR DURING THE TOUR. - Smoking is strictly prohibited outside designated areas on the ship (smoking is strictly prohibited in cabins). - During check-in, it is mandatory for all passengers (one per couple) to present a credit card or make a cash deposit at the ship's reception to receive their cabin keys. Approximately 300 USD will be authorized from each credit card. This is for expenses incurred on the ship during the voyage. Payments for alcohol, beverages, or alcoholic drinks can be made using magnetic cards provided by the reception. Cash is not accepted anywhere on the ship except the casino. All charges can be checked on your cabin TV. - As your cruise date approaches, you will be able to complete online check-in through the Princess app, which you should download to your mobile phone. Details will be provided by your agency one week before the trip. - At the start of the cruise, all members of our group will receive luggage tags with specified codes and numbers along with your cruise tickets. You need to attach these tags to your luggage in advance at the port. For any missing tags, there will be enough labels at the port. - Luggage may arrive in your cabins later on the evening of the first day of departure. This is due to the busy and crowded nature of embarkation and is solely under the responsibility of the ship. It is advisable to pack essential items for the first day in a small carry-on bag. - It is essential to adhere strictly to the departure times of the ship. Passengers must board at least 60 minutes before the scheduled departure time at each port. Otherwise, you may not be allowed to board, and our agency will not be responsible for this. - At the end of the cruise, please collect your luggage and attach the previously provided tags before 00:00 hours and leave them outside your cabins. After disembarkation, your luggage will be collected from the designated station. We kindly ask each guest to verify their luggage and ensure they take the correct one. Detailed instructions will also be provided by your guide onboard. - Passports that are older than 10 years are not accepted for travel abroad, regardless of the duration. - Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the end date of the tour. - Valid UK and Schengen visas are required for the tour. - Your passport must be intact and undamaged. - ALL GUESTS MUST CARRY THEIR RETURN FLIGHT TICKETS AND SHIP TICKETS WITH THEM. - We recommend our guests activate their international roaming on their mobile phones. - On the ship, US Dollar and credit cards are accepted. On land, Pound and Euro are used.