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Explore the top-rated England small ship cruises below.  Adventure Life works with the top-rated small ship cruise lines visiting Portsmouth, Dover, Isles of Scilly, Fowey, and London, and we help match you with the perfect small ship and cruise itinerary for your specific tastes and needs. There are countless advantages to exploring on a small ship cruise versus a large cruise ship including avoiding crowds and being able to visit and explore smaller ports and scenic shorelines that large ships simply cannot access. The cost of England small ship cruises start at $4,160 for a trip of 8 to 15 days in 2024. Tell us about your dream England small ship cruise and our team of travel planners will help you make it a reality.  
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Broch of Mousa, Scotland
$5,995
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British Isles: Legendary History & Wild Nature

13 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • See Tresco, Bronze Age burial site
  • Discover Tresco Abbey Garden
  • Enjoy bird-watching in Rathlin
  • Step inside the fortress Llanduno
  • Visit the island of Staffa
Starts / Ends:
Portsmouth / Leith
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Take this opportunity to join Sea Spirit on its 13-day cruise to explore and discover the wonderful beaches, ruins and wildlife as you visit different islands. Discover the sand-fringed island of Tresco, Bronze Age burial site and see the 20,000 exotic plants in Tresco Abbey Garden. Enjoy …
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Big Ben and Whitehall
$6,499
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Emerald Isles

London - Dublin - 9 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Explore London
  • Experience the Isles of Scilly
  • Visit Cobh
  • Discover Holyhead
Starts / Ends:
London / Dublin
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 9-day cruise from London to Dublin aboard the World Navigator. Explore London's historic sites like Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens, uncover local folklore in Guernsey's St. Peter Port, visit the rarely-touched Isles of Scilly, indulge in whiskey tasting at Cork's Old …
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Isle of Iona, Scotland
$10,124
50% Off
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Spirit of Celts

Portsmouth - Dublin - 13 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Visit Portsmouth's naval heritage
  • Experience Isles of Scilly
  • Uncover Bantry's ancient history
  • Roam through Dingle's craggy cliffs
Starts / Ends:
Portsmouth / Dublin
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a captivating 13-day Spirit of Celts cruise aboard SH Vega, exploring the British Isles with a light-hearted spirit. Start in historic Portsmouth, boasting a naval legacy and an enticing Historic Dockyard. Sail to Fowey, a Celtic-inspired Cornish town, and enjoy the wonderfulselection of …
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Colorful sunset over the Scottish Highlands
$10,887
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Ancient Isles: England, Ireland, and Scotland

12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Explore Celtic and Viking culture
  • Sail around Skellig Michael
  • Zodiac cruise in Scotland
  • Visit giant seabird colonies
Starts / Ends:
Windsor / Edinburgh
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 12-day cruise from Portsmouth to Edinburgh aboard the National Geographic Explorer. Exploring the enduring Celtic and Viking influences in local culture and language. Visit the ancient Fingal's Cave on Staffa Island and observe a thriving puffin colony. Explore the 12th-century Iona …
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Explore the island of Guernsey
$4,160
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British Archipelagos and Celtic Shores

Saint-Malo - Dublin - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
  • Discover Heritage Sites of Dublin
  • Explore Bantry, Fowey, & Herm
  • Enjoy Guernsey & Isles of Scilly
  • Visit little English town Dartmouth
Starts / Ends:
Saint Malo / Dublin
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Aboard Le Boreal for an 8-Day cruise and discover the hidden gems of the British Archipelagos and Celtic Shores.In Saint-Malo, where your voyage will begin, immerse yourself in the diversity of its heritage and find the famous port city, Route du Rhum. Experience the refreshingly mild climate of …
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Midnight sun over Lofoten
$7,436
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Northern Lights Expedition Cruise from Dover

Roundtrip Dover - 15 Day Itinerary aboard MS Maud
  • Explore the Arctic Circle
  • Discover Norway
  • Experience local culture
Starts / Ends:
Dover / Dover
Activities:
Adventure Options, Christmas Market Visits, Local Market Visits, Northern Lights, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
On board the MS Maud, take a leisurely 15-day expedition cruise along the picturesque Norwegian fjords and stop at quaint towns and cities. Explore the coastal towns and native culture of Norway spending five nights above the Arctic Circle with the highest possibility of witnessing one of …
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Discover ancient cultures of the Orkney islands
$21,495
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Cruising the British Isles: Scotland, Ireland & England

Scotland to London - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Experience a luxurious voyage
  • Explore Edinburgh Castle
  • Explore the Highlands
  • Experience the fantastic history
  • Drive through Western Isles
Starts / Ends:
Edinburgh / London
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 14-day journey of the British Isles aboard Le Dumont D'Urville. Begin in Edinburgh, where you'll stay at the luxurious Balmoral Hotel and explore the iconic Edinburgh Castle. Sail on the Firth of Forth and witness the world's largest gannet colony on Bass Rock. Discover the …
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Explore charming Scandinavian fishing villages
$8,147
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Southern Scandinavia

15 Day Itinerary aboard MS Maud
  • Visit the Swedish archipelago
  • Explore 4 countries
  • Discover Denmark
  • Cruise through the Kiel Canal
Starts / Ends:
Dover / Dover
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
On this 15-day voyage, showcase nature’s scenic masterpieces against modern-day engineering triumphs, where sand dunes, rocky shorelines, fjords, waterfalls, and majestic cliffs overshadow man’s architectural and navigational feats. Transit the impressive Kiel Canal and sail through the …
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Visit the historic Belem tower near Lisbon
$9,410
50% Off
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Old World Gateways to the Atlantic

Lisbon - Portsmouth - 12 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Explore Lisbon
  • Experience Vigo
  • Discover Ferrol
  • Explore Gijon
Starts / Ends:
Lisbon / Portsmouth
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 12-day cruise aboard the SH Vega. Departing from Lisbon, discover hidden ports and towns along the Atlantic coasts of Portugal, Spain, and France. Explore Brittany before reaching the historic naval city of Portsmouth. Immerse in Europe's maritime legacy by exploring old towns, …
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Visit the famous Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao
$13,495
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European Coastal Cruise: France, Spain & Portugal

London to Lisbon - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Tour Honfleur's Maritime Heritage
  • Visit Saint-Malo
  • Explore Bilbao's Guggenheim Museum
  • Sample Port Wine in Porto
  • Tour Lisbon's Iconic Monuments
Starts / Ends:
London / Lisbon
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 10-day luxury cruise aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville setting off from Dover. Explore Honfleur's historic streets, St. Catherine’s Church, and the Old Port. Optionally, visit Omaha Beach and the Normandy American Cemetery. Discover Saint-Malo's market and 15th-century …
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Golden hour on the coast
$11,499
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Lands of the Celts

15 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Venture
  • Discover St. Kilda
  • Explore Stornoway
  • Experience Isles of Scilly
  • Discover Dublin
Starts / Ends:
Isles of Scilly / Leith
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 15-day cruise aboard Seabourn Venture, exploring the UK's history and natural beauty. Starting in Greenwich, London, visit historic landmarks including the Greenwich Naval Observatory and the birthplace of Henry VIII and Elizabeth I. Explore scenic destinations such as the Isles of …
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$8,780
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Spirit of Celts

13 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • Visit Portsmouth's naval heritage
  • Experience Isles of Scilly
  • Uncover Bantry's ancient history
  • Roam through Dingle's craggy cliffs
Starts / Ends:
Portsmouth / Dublin
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a captivating 13-day Spirit of Celts cruise aboard SH Diana, exploring the British Isles with a light-hearted spirit. Start in historic Portsmouth, boasting a naval legacy and an enticing Historic Dockyard. Sail to Fowey, a Celtic-inspired Cornish town, and enjoy the wonderfulselection of …
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