5 TOP CRUISE LINES IN EUROPE

See the Old World in a new way

With almost 200,000 km of coastline to explore, Europe can feel overwhelming! That’s why we’ve partnered with some of the best cruise lines in the world—so you can get your adventure on, and cruise Europe in style.

Read on to learn about four of the best European cruise lines, and the perks, features and amenities that make them so unique.

1. Princess Cruises

It’s easy to feel like royalty when you sail the seas with Princess Cruises! Live the high life with the Princess MedallionClass™ Experience with your personalised Medallion. This quarter-sized device enables everything from touch-free boarding and contactless payment to finding your loved one’s locations on the ship. You can even use it to access your suite, or get directions around the ship!

Kids can have fun with PlayOcean, an augmented reality experience that enables activities like scavenger hunts, or interactive films on the Movies Under the Stars screen.

Princess Cruises offers visits to Europe’s most beautiful ports, ranging from the Mediterranean to Scandinavia. Discover for yourself why Women’s Choice Awards gave Princess Cruises their “Best Europe Itineraries” award. Explore at your own pace with Princess Cruises’ More Ashore program, and spend each night on an excursion in an exciting new city.

Get the royal treatment with Princess Cruises
 

2. Norwegian Cruise Line

Get ready to experience the Norwegian difference when you sail the gorgeous European coast aboard one of their ships! You’ll be able to recognize these titans of luxury when they pull into port, due to the unique murals painted on the side of each ship.

With Norwegian, you get freestyle cruising, so you can spend each day the way you want. This includes dining as well–with no fixed meal-times or pre-assigned seating, you’re free to savour the international flavours at any time of day.

Become a trailblazer with Norwegian Cruise Line
 

3. Celebrity Cruises

We admit it! You’re unlikely to see Céline Dion, but that doesn’t mean you won’t be getting the red carpet treatment as you travel the big blue Earth aboard some of the finest ships in the sea.

Relax in your luxurious accommodations and end each day with a new port to explore thanks to Celebrity offering the most overnight port stays of any European cruise line.

Each region of Europe has something different to offer, from smells and sights to cultural delights, making each cruise with Celebrity a truly unforgettable experience.

See the world with Celebrity
 

4. Royal Caribbean International

Don’t let the name fool you! This cruise line’s got range. Sail the European coast aboard some of the largest–and most energy efficient–cruise ships on the planet.

If that’s not enough, Royal Caribbean has some of the most incredible onboard activities of any cruise line! Feeling athletic? Check out the rock wall! Missing Canada? See an ice skating show! With Royal Caribbean International, the whole world is your oyster, with fun activities and excursions for the whole family.

When you’re not off exploring a new city, visit some of the neighbourhoods that populate Royal Caribbean International ships, like Central Park’s plant-lined walking paths, or Boardwalk’s carousel and arcade. There’s never a dull moment out at sea, and there’s even more excitement on the shore. Passengers of all ages can enjoy flexible cruise lengths, ranging from five to twelve nights visiting ports as far as Iceland, the Canary Islands, and Israel.

Sail in luxury with Royal Caribbean
 

5. MSC CRUISES

Travel the storied coasts of Europe in style with MSC Cruises. If you’ve got a more sophisticated palate, check out the MSC Yacht Club and enter a world of luxury, privacy, and exclusivity, with personalized service from port to port, and access to 24-hour butler service, private sundecks and solariums, and much more, like Broadway and Vegas-style shows available nearly every day onboard.

After a day walking the streets of Barcelona or Copenhagen, see the world from a different perspective onboard your MSC cruise ship. Wherever you choose to lay anchor, MSC cruises has the itinerary to take you sumptuously and stylishly.

Sail in comfort with MSC Cruises
 

What’s next

You’ve seen some of the most popular cruise lines to tour Europe with, but that’s just the surface. Dive in and explore deals from all of our partners and see the possibilities with our guide to Europe’s top cruise itineraries.