P&O Cruises

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See the World the British Way.

Nearly 200 years of seafaring heritage. Spectacular modern ships, brilliant destinations, and unmistakably British warmth.

British cruising with a heritage dating back to 1837

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About P&O Cruises

P&O Cruises traces its heritage back to 1837, when the Peninsular Steam Navigation Company won its first mail contract, and it carried its first leisure passengers in 1844 — making it one of the world's most experienced cruise lines. Today, its modern fleet of spectacular ships brings the very best of Britain to the world's most beautiful destinations — all with superb value.

From family adventures in the Caribbean to the dramatic scenery of Norwegian fjords, P&O Cruises offers an experience that is accessible, welcoming and genuinely superb. Great entertainment, brilliant food, and the kind of warm, unpretentious British atmosphere that feels like home — wherever you sail.

P&O Cruises: key facts

Fleet
4 ships: Arvia, Iona, Britannia, Arcadia
Voyages on this site
6 upcoming voyages
Where it sails
Caribbean, Norway, Mediterranean, Canaries, Baltic, World
Voyage length
7 to 99 nights
Fares from
R19,800 per person · 2 sharing · cruise fare only (taxes, port charges & gratuities extra)
Included in the fare
Main dining · Evening entertainment
Not included
Taxes, fees & port charges · Gratuities / daily service charge
Deposit
20% deposit; the balance is due 90 days before departure
Booking
Live prices and availability, confirmed by a Whitestar specialist
Age rules
Infants must be at least 6 months old when the cruise starts (12 months on transatlantic and longer ocean voyages). Guests under 18 must travel with an adult.

Our Ships

The Fleet

Every ship we book for P&O Cruises, with guest numbers. Ask us about cabins, deck plans and the best ship for your voyage.

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    Arvia

    Designed for sunshine sailing. Features the glass-roofed SkyDome, infinity pools, the Altitude Skywalk and around 30 bars and restaurants on board.

    5,200guests
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    Iona

    Joint-largest cruise ship ever built for the British market, alongside sister Arvia. Features the spectacular glass SkyDome, an onboard gin distillery, around 30 places to eat and drink, and big-stage entertainment every evening.

    5,200guests
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    Britannia

    Named by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in 2015. Combines classic P&O style with contemporary flair across a wide choice of bars and restaurants.

    3,647guests
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    Arcadia

    A mid-sized ship long known for adults-only holidays and P&O's long world cruises, with an art collection of some 3,000 works and a relaxed, classic atmosphere.

    2,094guests

Where P&O Cruises sails

Destinations

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Plan a holiday with P&O Cruises

Our South African cruise specialists handle everything — flights, pre-cruise stays, visa guidance and shore excursions — so you can focus entirely on the voyage.

  • One specialist from enquiry to homecoming
  • Quotes in rand, with flights and hotels if you need them
  • Free advice, no obligation to book

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011 463 3293

Questions? Ask a specialist

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