Discover cruising with a P&O Cruises short cruise

A short cruise is often the ideal choice for those who just want to escape for a few relaxing days or for those of you who may be new to cruising. There are some truly stunning short, city and mini cruises available and all offer the same facilities and experiences that you would expect to find on a longer cruise voyage.

P&O Cruises, the UK’s favourite cruise line, have short cruise breaks perfectly designed to appeal to experienced and first time cruisers. Short Cruises are often between 2 and 6 nights in length and destinations vary between the beautiful picturesque ports of Northern France and Spain to the stunningly beautiful and often breath taking sights that are the Norwegian Fjords.

2 night cruises with P&O are often referred to as “party cruises” simply because the atmosphere onboard is one of relaxation and the chance to just escape. With only 1 port of call you can indulge in everything your ship has to offer whilst enjoying a city stroll the following day and sailing back to Southampton overnight, the perfect mini break.

Choosing a short cruise with P&O Cruises could not be a more perfect choice. All short break cruises with P&O depart directly from Southampton, this taking away the stress and hassle of airports and baggage limits. If that wasn’t enough all P&O ships offer short break cruises, this meaning you don’t even have to compromise on which ship you would prefer to sail on as all are available to you.

There are some amazing ports of call on short, city and mini cruises, the hardest decision you will have is simply choosing which destinations you would prefer to visit. Although we can’t decide these for you we certainly can tell you what you can expect from your chosen cruise ship. All P&O ships offer delicious five star cuisine, some of the finest Spa facilities in the world and superb entertainment. Whether you cruise for 2 nights or 102 nights all facilities are available and some until late into the evening, you really can plan your day around you for a change.

So where can you expect to visit on a short cruise, well as P&O quote “there’s a world out there” and there truly is. Short, city and mini cruise voyages visit a wide variety of destinations and there is bound to be something perfectly suited to what you are looking for.

Destinations can include:

Le Havre – France – Also known as the gateway to Paris, Le Havre is a busy port that offers visitors a never ending list of things to see and do. Rouen offers the stunning Cathedrale Notre-Dame and the Old Marketplace is where Joan of Arc was burnt at the stake back in 1431.

Amsterdam – Netherlands – This is a city filled with culture and history and there is something here to satisfy everyone’s curiosity. Amsterdam offers you the chance to not only visit but to step inside the house of Anne Frank and the Vincent Van Gogh museum. There are street café’s everywhere and numerous shops to find souvenirs. Art lovers will also appreciate the Stedelijk Museum which is home to works by Monet and Picasso.

Hamburg – Germany – Hamburg is filled with nature. Here you can find many parks and canals along with 2 Alster Lakes. A visit here is a chance for you to really experience German culture and get a feel for the country, stroll around and just take in the sights and sounds or maybe explore the area’s rich history, the decision really is up to you.

Why not explore some of the short cruise itineraries on offer, below we have hand picked and exciting short cruise just to get you in the spirit of cruising

Azura 2 night cruise November 2011

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