Unmissable Mini Cruises from Southampton

Set Sail on the MSC Virtuosa from just £349 p.p.!

Kick off your mornings with breathtaking views in a balcony cabin, setting the perfect tone for an epic day ahead.

 

Dive into the fun with 5 stunning pools, great culinary experience, MSC Aurea Spa for ultimate relaxation and an exciting waterpark for non-stop adventure.
Whether you're partying with friends, celebrating a milestone, or having a blast with your loved ones, our mini cruises are the ultimate party on the high seas!

 

Why wait? Grab your spot and let the adventure begin!

mini cruises faq

Our mini cruises are tailor-made to offer you the chance to explore multiple countries in a brief timeframe.


Whether you are looking for a cultural exploration, a romantic getaways or thrilling escapades, our itineraries will meet all your needs.


Below you will find our tips to make your mini cruise a perfect experience.

What are the benefits of a mini cruise?

Mini cruises have, in a relatively short space of time, become increasingly popular. There are numerous reasons for this, not least because they tick a lot of boxes for the ever increasing number of UK cruisers.

So, just what kind of advantages do mini cruises offer? Well, for starters, they address the squeeze that modern life places on our increasingly precious time. Busy schedules, flexible hours and varied work patterns often rule out traditional two or three week holidays, making mini cruises a distinctly viable option.
Also, for those lucky enough to be maximising multiple holiday experiences, a mini cruise can help squeeze that cheeky mini break between longer holidays – and after all, we all deserve an extra break!

Searching For The Perfect, Romantic Mini Break?

What is it about a cruise that lifts it above other more mundane forms of travel? It’s hard to pin down, but there’s no denying there’s something distinctly romantic about a cruise and, let’s be clear, mini cruises are no exception. You may be travelling on an ultra-modern cruise ship but the spectacular public rooms, easy-going luxury and slick service seem to evoke a bygone, rather glamorous era.

And, yes, you may have booked the briefest of mini cruises, but you’ll dine in spectacular style, enjoy top flight entertainment and, should the mood demand it, you’ll soon find yourself in a favourite bar or strolling the deck under the stars. As romantic breaks go, mini cruises are hard to beat.

Will A Mini Cruise Help Me Decide Whether I Enjoy Cruising?

Yes, indeed! If, like many, you’ve become ‘cruise curious’ then a mini cruise is the perfect ‘taster’ experience. You can immerse yourself completely in the cruise lifestyle both aboard and ashore and you’ll quickly get an idea as to whether mini cruises are your gateway to a longer cruise holiday.

Will I Really Save Money With Mini Cruise Deals?

Mini cruises are also a great way to budget, shorter cruises mean both lower fares after all and, provided you don’t decide to really push the boat out, a lower on board spend too. You might also be curious as to whether the most luxurious cabins are really worth the extra money, so why not make mini cruises a test case by booking that Yacht Club Suite for a few days of the ultimate pampering?

What About Mini Cruises From The UK?

Mini cruises from the UK offer the ultimate in hassle-free short breaks. No airport, no flight delay, just an anticipation-filled journey to meet your ship and begin your voyage. As with all mini cruises once you’re aboard the fun begins and doesn’t let up until you disembark. Please note: mini cruises from the UK are subject to availability and depend on the cruise programme and operational considerations of the current year.

Mini Cruises - Short breaks that feel like a proper holiday

Mini cruises are everything a proper cruise should be; slightly indulgent with more than a dash of glamour and choc-full of things to do around the clock. If you’re looking for a short break that feels like a much longer holiday then contact us or go online for details of our mini cruise deals today. You’ll discover that it really is true about good things coming in small packages.

terms & conditions

Mini cruises - Summer 25 OBC

‘Summer 25 OBC’ promotional rates are per person based on double occupancy (passenger 1 & 2). The rates are subject to change and may vary without notice. This offer is valid on new bookings only from 6th September 2024 to 21st November 2024, valid on selected Summer 2025, Northern Europe, Mediterranean and Caribbean cruises & fly cruises.

Under the ‘Summer 25 OBC’ promotion, guests will be able to purchase selected cruises & fly cruises with on board credit included for the first two passengers in the booking at no extra charge. The first two passengers can receive up to £250 per person (£500) per cabin in on board credit, based on MSC Virtuosa 12th July, Yacht club cabin. In order for customers to access the ‘Summer 25 OBC’ promotion they will need to book an applicable departure under the ‘Summer 25 OBC’ promotion. The OBC is nonrefundable, if customers do not spend the full amount they will not receive a refund on the remaining balance. The onboard credit cannot be put towards pre-paid packages pre-cruise, it is only available once onboard. The OBC will be added to the booking in local currency either GBP or EURO and then converted into the relevant onboard currency upon embarkation at the current rate of exchange. Customers can spend their OBC on every department on board without restrictions.

On board credit customers will receive:

OBC – GBP Per Person

Inside Cabins

Oceanview Cabins

Balcony Cabins

Suites & Yacht Club Cabins

1 – 6 Nights

£15

£30

£50

£100

7 – 12 Nights

£25

£50

£100

£150

13+ Nights

£50

£100

£200

£250

 

This offer is subject to availability and confirmation by MSC Cruises and can be withdrawn at any time without notice. 3rd and 4th berth guests pay the usual applicable rate and are not eligible to receive OBC in this promotion. For solo travellers, the applicable solo supplement can vary up to 100%, depending on the sailing chosen at the time of booking.

 

This promo is combinable with all discount promotions, including MSC Voyagers Club 5%, Voyagers Exclusives 5+5% and Honeymoon packages, whilst for Senior and Young it is subject to availability. If customers book the ‘Summer 25 OBC’ promotion onboard an MSC ship with the Future Cruise team, they will receive all other onboard benefits including the MSC Voyagers Club 5% and Voyagers Exclusives 5+5% discounts. If customers have a future cruise discount voucher, they can apply this to all sailings included in the ‘Summer 25 OBC’ promotion. If customers have a FCC voucher for a re-protected sailing, they can apply this to a cruise in the Summer 25 OBC’ promotion. And Lastly, if customers have created an Open Booking with the Future Cruise team on board a MSC Cruises ship, they can convert this to a new booking and receive the applicable benefits except for discounts.

 

Fares will show as the following on www.msccruises.co.uk:
‘Summer 25 OBC Promo’ , ‘Summer 25 OBC Promo W Drinks’ , ‘Summer 25 OBC Promo W Flights’ , Summer25 OBC Promo Fly W Drink’.
Only bookings taken ‘Summer 25 OBC Promo W Drinks’, Summer25 OBC Promo Fly W Drink’ price descriptions will receive the Premium Extra Drinks Package. The Premium Extra Drinks Package allows the guests to enjoy whilst on board, unlimited consumption of all drinks priced up to €/£14 or $16. For more information, please visit https://www.msccruises.co.uk/on-board/dining-drinks/drinks-packages
Please be advised that Solo Supplements are also applicable to drinks packages when booked under the ‘with Drinks’ fare. All guests travelling together must book the same experience type and drinks package for dining arrangements.

 

For any other aspect not mentioned within the scope of this document, the general MSC terms & conditions will apply. Flights and any other add-ons including shore excursions will be available at the current selling rates, payable by all guests under the same booking unless clearly stated in the offer.
The general bookings terms & conditions, inclusions, cancellation charges and other information are available at www.msccruise.co.uk

 

FLIGHTS TERMS & CONDITIONS
Fly Cruises depart from:
• Manchester to Barcelona;
• Manchester to Rome;
• Glasgow to Rome;
• Edinburgh to Rome;
• Belfast to Palma de Mallorca
• Bristol to Palma de Mallorca
• Edinburgh to Naples;

 

MSC Fly Cruises offer the security of the ATOL scheme (Air Travel Organizers’ Licensing), ensuring your financial protection when you book a package trip that includes a flight. It's important to note that this protection is distinct from traditional travel insurance.
All Fly Cruises packages include direct flights to and from the embarkation port; comfortable transfers from the airport to the ship and back again; checked luggage and luggage recovery; assistance at airports; Airport taxes and rearrangement of your travel in case of flight delay.

 

Luggage Allowances are as follows:
Vueling: baggage Max 25kg
EasyJet: baggage Max 23kg
Jet2: baggage Max 22kg

 

The Passenger will receive confirmation of flight timings and routes with their travel documents, which will be sent out approximately 7 days before departure.
A non-refundable deposit of £250 per person for air inclusive holidays (including infants of under 2 years) is due and payable by the Passenger at the time of Booking. This applies to all fly and cruise fares apart from FIT Live fares as highlighted above.

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