Half Price premium drinks on selected 2025-26 sailings

Book by 12 February

Hamburg and Amsterdam Festive Break

This voyage combines the enchantment of the Christmas season with two captivating European cities. Wander through the lively Christmas markets of historic Hamburg, then set sail for Amsterdam, where the picturesque canals sparkle with holiday cheer. This festive journey guarantees a joyful experience for all aboard.

Immerse yourself in the festive spirit at Hamburg’s lively Christmas markets, filled with seasonal treats and charming holiday stalls.

Cruise to Amsterdam, where picturesque canals shimmer with holiday lights, creating a magical winter atmosphere.

Enjoy the enchanting combination of Christmas cheer and the charm of two captivating European cities.

Close up of heart shaped, chocolate Christmas treats hanging on some string.

Savour seasonal treats and embrace local traditions, adding a special touch to your festive journey.

Comfortable, contemporary cabins and suites that feature TV, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities, a fridge and individually controlled air conditioning
Plenty to do during the day, including playing bridge, practising your steps on the dancefloor and interesting, expert-led lectures to attend
Full use of the ship’s on-board leisure facilities
Luggage porterage between your cabin and the drop-off/pick-up point
A wide choice of British and International cuisine every day throughout your cruise
A full programme of evening entertainment, including cabaret shows, comedy, dancing and live music
All UK port taxes (where collectable in advance)

Departure point	Departure date		Price (per person)	Availability
London Tilbury	December 2025		from £449 pp	1 date available
London Tilbury	10 Dec 2025 Wednesday 6 days 15 Dec 2025 Monday		from £449

Cabin type	Standard from	Upgrade from
Suite: Deck 7, 8, 9, 10, 12 Half Price Premium Drinks	from £1,189 / pp	+ £120 / pp
Balcony: Deck 9, 10 Half Price Premium Drinks	from £999 / pp	+ £120 / pp
Oceanview: Deck 7, 8, 9, 10 Half Price Premium Drinks	from £599 / pp	+ £120 / pp
Inside: Deck 7, 8, 9, 10, 12 Half Price Premium Drinks	from £449 / pp	+ £120 / pp

Rules may have changed since you last travelled to European Union countries as well as Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. The following are useful guidelines which will help you prepare for your next adventure. You do require government issued passport to travel.

Names - It is very important that all passenger names are exactly as per your passport although we do not require middle names.

Passport - Your passport must meet two requirements to travel to an EU country and to Switzerland, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein. It must be: Less than 10 years old on the day you return home (please check the "date of issue") and valid for at least 3 months after the day you return home (please check the "expiry date").

Visa - You do not need a visa for short trips to most EU countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. You’ll be able to stay for up to 90 days in any rolling 180-day period.

European Entry/Exit Scheme (EES) - EES is the new electronic entry/exit system for European countries which will replace the physical stamping of your passport. The expected date for its introduction is 10 November 2024. From this date, it means that when you go through passport control on arrival, you will need to produce your passport for checking as you do now, but also have your photograph taken and fingerprints scanned. The system will register your entry on arrival and your exit when departing. You will only need to do this on your first entry into Europe after the scheme starts.
Please note: Irish passport holders or British Passport holders with an EU residency are currently excluded. For those travelling via Eurostar, there is a dual British and French/Belgian) border in operational at St Pancras International. Therefore the EES system will be in place at the station, you will not need to be checked again on arrival at the other side. For further information please visit the ABTA website here.

European Travel Information & Authorisation System (ETIAS) - Due to commence in 2025, all citizens of the United Kingdom will require a ETIAS electronic form completed prior to their arrival into the EU and Schengen member countries. The cost for this travel authorisation will be €7.00 per person with exceptions for under 18’s and over 70’s. The latest information and further details can be found at www.etias.com.

Half price drinks offer is valid on new bookings only on specific sailings from 09:00 19th December 2024 until 23:59, 12th February 2025 inclusive. Half Price drinks offer is per person and is valid for up to two adults purchasing the Ambassador fare, 3rd/4th berth are not eligible for the Half Price drinks offer. Half Price drinks includes our Expedition drinks package including gratuities and must be purchased at the point of booking. Half Price drinks offer is only valid on the first 50 new bookings on each of these specific sailings: A12505, A22506LV, A12506, A12507, A2510, A12513, A12517, A12521, A12523, A12524, A12525, A12526, A12527, A12528, A12531, A12603, A22507LV, A22509LV, A22511BR, A22512BR, A22513BR, A22523BL, A22531, A22535, A22536, A22601, A22602, A22603, A22604. Half Price drinks offer may be withdrawn or changed without notice.

2026/2027 season only Buy One Get One Half Price offer is available on new bookings made from 09:00 19th December 2024 until 23:59, 12th February 2025 inclusive. All offers are capacity controlled and subject to availability and may be withdrawn without notice at any time. Buy One Get One Half Price offer applies to the cruise fare only on any Ambition sailing departing between 04/04/2026 - 24/03/2027, applicable on all twin grades. Solo travellers will get 25% off the applicable full single fare over the same period. The Ambassador Fare for 26/27 season includes a 20% discount on Expedition Drinks Packages valid on new bookings.

Please note these promotions are not applicable to any festive/in port events or any booking made outside of the above sailing dates. It is only applicable to the lead booked guest and secondary guest in each cabin over the age of 18 and is not applicable to any 3rd/4th berth guest or any child under 18 travelling.

Extras not included: travel insurance, travel costs to/from the port of embarkation, port parking, onboard gratuities and service charges where a package has not been purchased (automatically billed to the onboard account), optional shore excursions, discretionary expenditure of a personal nature including hot and cold alcoholic & non-alcoholic drinks, gifts, shopping, laundry, WIFI & communication, and any visa & health certificate charges that may apply. Ambassador Cruise Line reserves the right to cancel, change or amend any theme cruise activities/speakers/acts at short notice. Newmarket Holidays reserved the right to cancel, change or amend any tour. Holidays booked with Newmarket Holidays are financially protected in accordance with ABTA, ATOL & ABTOT regulations. Newmarket Holidays Limited is a company registered in England and Wales. Registered number: 02238316.

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