Mediterranean holidays
Sailing from Southampton
Ready to discover the Mediterranean in a new light?
Sunshine, sparkling seas and seriously good sightseeing: there’s a lot to love about the Mediterranean. If you feel like you’re just scratching the surface, though, we get it. Holiday with P&O Cruises, and your Med escape will be all you want it to be, and more…
By day, you might explore Spain’s art, architecture and upbeat vibes – and by night, you can savour the moment on board with tasty tapas dishes by José Pizarro. France’s Provence region is a feast for the senses, too. Discover its delicious food, dazzling sights… And continue the celebrations on board with live entertainment for all tastes. In Italy, epic wonders are yours to explore amidst the pretty piazzas and hidden lanes. And if you want to feel as grand as those legendary gods and goddesses, why not take a dip in the whirlpool spa or rejuvenate with a pampering treatment?
With stylish ships, Arvia and Britannia, you’ll discover new and much-loved Med destinations in a whole new light and take home so many memories to cherish.
Benefits of sailing from Southampton
Once you’ve dropped your bags at the UK airport, you can relax and travel light. After landing in the Caribbean, you’ll be whisked straight from your plane to your ship (no need to go through immigration) and your luggage will be delivered to your cabin. The night before you fly home, your bags will be collected from outside your cabin, and you’ll find them waiting for you at the UK airport when you land. It couldn’t be simpler.
On other fly-cruise holidays, you will need to collect your luggage from the baggage reclaim area.
Choose your ship
The appeal of this region is timeless, and when you add in our ships, you’ve a match made in the heavenly Med! On board our beautiful, newly refurbished flagship, Britannia, and our stunning newest ship, Arvia, you’ll be treated to world-class dining and show-stopping live music and entertainment every single day and night. We even bring local talent to you, so you don’t need to wait until you go ashore to discover the magic of the Med.
Where we sail
On Arvia, you can pick from two appealing holiday itineraries. Sailing from Southampton to Spain and France, days will be spent soaking up vibrant destinations with colourful Barcelona and the chic French Riviera. Or you can choose culture-rich Italy, taking in Florence/Pisa (from La Spezia) alongside Barcelona and the French Riviera, with Rome (from Civitavecchia) from 2026 onwards. Both itineraries offer amazing cruise holidays with a string of iconic destinations in just one break.
Britannia rounds off our 13- and 14-night Med cruises from Southampton, visiting mainland Spain, Balearic hotspots and Sardinia. On selected holidays, you can enjoy full days and relax to sunset views in Mallorca, Ibiza and Sardinia.
Explore ashore
Our 13- and 14-night holidays offer a true slice of the Mediterranean good life. Sailing to a variety of destinations, you can tailor your exploration to match your mood. Whether you fancy discovering hidden-gem beaches one day or visiting iconic cultural attractions the next, it’s all available and made even easier with the huge range of shore experiences we offer.
The Mediterranean made even more memorable
Our Mediterranean holidays are curated with you in mind. Foodies, explorers, families – there’s so much more for everyone.
Family fun
The Med is a magical part of the world to explore with the whole family. What better sunny, summery destinations to discover on our family-friendly ships than Spain, France and Italy? Exploring ashore is easy with shore experiences for all ages, and on board you’ll find lots of activities and entertainment for children.
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