P&O Caribbean Cruises

Why P&O Caribbean Cruises Are Worth Your Time

P&O Cruises sails the Caribbean with a programme built squarely for British guests — familiar food, British entertainment rhythms, and the pound in your pocket. Sailings concentrate in the Southern Caribbean, with further options across the broader Caribbean region and a handful of departures that form part of longer world voyages. Durations run from 11 nights up to grand itineraries of 124 nights, with a median around 14 nights — long enough to reach the islands at a proper pace rather than rushing.

Where Do P&O Caribbean Cruises Go?

The heart of the programme is the Southern Caribbean, which accounts for the largest share of departures. These itineraries typically take in a spread of islands, with Barbados and Antigua among the most common disembarkation points. Charlestown, Nevis features regularly as a port of call — a quieter, less commercialised island that suits guests looking to step off the well-worn tourist path.

Beyond the main Caribbean programme, a small number of sailings form part of world cruise itineraries calling at ports across multiple continents, and there is a Transatlantic crossing option for those who want the romance of an ocean passage. A Southern Africa sailing also features for guests looking for something further afield.

Where Do P&O Caribbean Cruises Depart From?

The majority of P&O Caribbean sailings embark in the Caribbean itself — principally from Bridgetown in Barbados, Antigua, and Charlestown in St. Kitts — so a flight to your embarkation port is part of the trip. Cruise1st can include those flights, along with a hotel the night before and transfers, as part of a Cruise1st Package, so you arrive rested and ready.

A proportion of departures leave from Southampton, where you can travel by road or rail and board directly — no flight needed at either end of the cruise. If you are planning a 2027 departure from the UK, our 2027 cruises from Southampton and P&O 2027 sailings from Southampton pages show what is available. P&O also has a single departure from Brisbane, Australia for guests in that region.

Around a fifth of sailings are one-way itineraries, finishing at a port different from where they began, so if your cruise ends overseas you will need a flight home — something our team can sort as part of your booking.

How Long Are P&O Caribbean Cruises?

Most P&O Caribbean sailings run around 14 nights — long enough to island-hop across the Southern Caribbean without feeling rushed. Shorter sailings of 11 nights are available for those who want a focused trip, while the longest options stretch to extended voyages of over 100 nights as part of a world cruise. Whatever length suits your plans, our specialists can help you weigh up which itinerary gives you the most for your time and budget.

Which Ships Sail P&O Caribbean Routes?

P&O deploys several of its best-known ships on Caribbean routes. Here is what each one offers:

Arvia

Launched in 2022, Arvia is P&O’s newest ship and the largest ever built for the British market. Its defining feature is the SkyDome — 970 m² of retractable glass above a swimming pool and performance stage, a venue found nowhere else at sea. Across more than 30 dining and bar venues, you will find Sindhu, The Epicurean, The Glass House, and the Keel & Cow gastropub. Explore Arvia’s cabins and deck plans before you book.

Arvia Cabin Grades

• Larger Inside Cabin OA — 15 m², sleeps 2 guests. More floor space than standard inside grades, giving you genuinely more room to spread out.
• Suite B4 — 40.3 m², sleeps up to 4 guests. Dramatically more living space than any standard sea-view or balcony cabin.
• Deluxe Balcony Cabin EA — 20 m², sleeps 2 guests. Private balcony for fresh sea air away from the shared decks.
• Family Sea View Suite BA — 40.3 m², sleeps 2 guests. A private balcony that is available only in suite grades, not standard sea-view cabins.

Iona

Launched in 2020, Iona is P&O’s flagship and the largest ship sailing year-round from Southampton, carrying up to 5,200 guests. It shares the SkyDome concept — a 970 m² retractable glass dome above a swimming pool — and carries 18 venues including Anderson’s gin bar, Sindhu, The Epicurean, and The Chef’s Table, all designed around British tastes. Iona is able to run on LNG as well as conventional fuel. See Iona’s cabins and deck plans for the full breakdown.

Iona Cabin Grades

• Larger Inside Cabin OA — 17 m², sleeps 2 guests. One of the roomier inside options on the ship.
• Sea View Cabin LB — 19.5 m², sleeps 2 guests. Natural light and an unobstructed sea view — a step up from inside cabins with no outside outlook.
• Balcony Cabin GB — 17.7 m², sleeps 2 guests. Roomiest of the standard balcony grades.
• Suite B4 — 40.3 m², sleeps 2 guests. Includes dedicated butler service throughout your voyage.

Britannia

Named by Queen Elizabeth II in 2015 and widely regarded as the most quintessentially British ship afloat, Britannia sails year-round from Southampton. Menus across 13 restaurants and cafés carry the influence of Marco Pierre White, Atul Kochhar, and James Martin. The Headliners Theatre uses LED immersive technology, and the Limelight Club offers cabaret-style evenings. Check Britannia’s cabins and deck plans for what suits you best.

Britannia Cabin Grades

• Inside Cabin OA — 15.8 m², sleeps 2 guests. Noticeably roomier than standard inside grades — worth it if you plan to spend time in your cabin between ports.
• Superior Deluxe Balcony Cabin DA — 26.1 m², sleeps up to 3 guests. Larger than standard balcony cabins, with a separate seating area including sofa, chair, and table.
• Owner’s Suite B4 — 44 m², sleeps up to 3 guests. The largest suite grade on Britannia at 44 m².

Arcadia

A more intimate option, Arcadia features the Palladium, an impressive 3-tier theatre, Marco Pierre White’s Ocean Grill restaurant, and an onboard hydrotherapy pool. See Arcadia’s cabins and deck plans if this ship catches your eye.

Aurora

A mid-sized, classic ship with a distinctly British character, Aurora suits guests who prefer a more traditional style of cruising. View Aurora’s cabins and deck plans for the full picture.

Are There Discounts on P&O Caribbean Sailings?

Reductions are available across the programme. Some sailings carry savings of up to 31% from the price previously listed for that cabin grade — though that figure applies to a single departure. On reduced sailings more broadly, discounts of around 15% are more typical. Fare types such as early-saver and last-minute offers appear throughout the year, and our specialists can tell you which fares include extras such as drinks, tips or on-board credit when you call.

Book Your P&O Caribbean Cruise with Cruise1st

As one of the UK’s leading cruise specialists, Cruise1st can put your whole P&O Caribbean holiday on a single booking. Whether you need flights to Barbados or Antigua, a hotel the night before you embark, transfers at both ends, or travel insurance, our team can build it all in — or keep things simple if you only need the cruise itself. For sailings from Southampton, you can be aboard by road or rail with no airport at either end. For P&O Caribbean departures in January or Caribbean 2027 sailings with P&O, we have dedicated pages to help you narrow things down quickly.

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Looking for a seasonal departure from the UK? Our Christmas cruises from Southampton page is worth a look alongside the Caribbean programme. You can also browse P&O Caribbean sailings in 2026 if you want to compare both years before committing.

*Prices are per person based on 2 people sharing, and are subject to change. This price is not kept up to date and therefore does not reflect live pricing and availability. Prices and any discounts shown were checked on 14 October 2026.

Where a discount is shown, it is a reduction from the price previously listed for that cabin grade on that sailing, not a comparison between cabin grades or against a brochure rate.