Easter Cruises in 2027

Where Can I Cruise at Easter 2027?

Easter 2027 falls late in March and runs into early April, and the mix of sailings on offer reflects that shoulder-season sweet spot. Based on the top results, the Caribbean leads the way by a clear margin, followed by the Western Mediterranean, then Transatlantic crossings. Japan is also well represented, as are Western Caribbean and Central America routes. Further afield, sailings into Southeast Asia, the Mexican Riviera and Polynesia round out the broader picture. For anyone planning a 2027 cruise, the full range of 2027 cruises sits across multiple regions — Easter is simply one of the most in-demand windows within it.

Caribbean Cruises at Easter 2027

The Caribbean is where Easter 2027 cruising is most concentrated. Sailings depart from Florida ports — Miami and Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) are about half an hour apart, so a Florida trip can sail from either; it is worth checking both for dates and prices. Port Canaveral is a third Florida option. These are fly-cruise holidays for most UK travellers, and we can book the flights, hotels either side and transfers as one joined-up package so you arrive ready to board.

The Western Caribbean and Central America itineraries give a different flavour if you want to extend into the Pacific side or explore ports along the Central American coast. Durations in this region vary considerably — from short breaks of under a week to sailings stretching past a fortnight — so there is a trip to suit whether you have a full school-holiday window or just a long weekend.

Mediterranean Cruises at Easter 2027

The Western Mediterranean is the dominant European option for Easter 2027. Rome (Civitavecchia) and Marseille both feature as embarkation and disembarkation points. Canary Islands sailings also appear in the mix for those after a warmer Atlantic alternative. For anyone planning a Mediterranean 2027 sailing more broadly, our Mediterranean Cruises 2027 page gives a wider view of the season.

Many of these Mediterranean sailings are one-way itineraries, so factor in a flight home from whichever port you finish in — we can arrange that alongside the rest of the trip. Passengers joining from Southampton, on the small share of UK-departure sailings, can reach port by road or rail and board without any flight at either end.

Transatlantic Crossings and Further Afield

Transatlantic sailings are the third most prominent type at Easter 2027. These are genuinely one-way voyages — you cross the Atlantic in one direction, typically between Europe and Florida or the US East Coast — so you will need a flight for either the outbound or homeward leg. Our team handles that as part of the booking. For a full picture of what is sailing across the Atlantic in 2027, the Transatlantic Cruises 2027 page is a good starting point.

Japan is an increasingly popular Easter destination and a solid number of sailings head there in this window. Tokyo and Yokohama are the main gateway ports. Princess Cruises’ Japan and Southeast Asia 2027–2028 programme is one of the more detailed options, and our dedicated Japan Cruises 2027 page covers the full range. Southeast Asia sailings also appear in the Easter mix — see our Southeast Asia Cruises 2027 page for more.

Which Cruise Lines Are Sailing at Easter 2027?

MSC Cruises has the largest share of Easter 2027 availability, followed by Royal Caribbean, Carnival Cruise Line, Costa Cruises, and AmaWaterways. Princess Cruises rounds out the main names. A note on AmaWaterways: they operate river cruises, which are a different kind of sailing from the ocean cruises the majority of this page covers. If you are specifically after a river cruise for Easter, the AmaWaterways page has full details. Other lines with availability include Norwegian Cruise Line, Celebrity Cruises, Holland America Line, and Disney Cruise Line.

MSC Cruises from Southampton in 2027 are a popular choice for UK passengers who prefer not to fly — the MSC Cruises from Southampton 2027 page covers that in detail. For the broadest Southampton departure options across all lines, 2027 Cruises from Southampton is the place to start.

Featured Ships Sailing at Easter 2027

Costa Smeralda

Costa Smeralda carries the world’s first Frescobaldi wine restaurant at sea — the Osteria Frescobaldi is exclusive to this ship, pairing fine Italian wines with a full dining menu in a way you will not find on any other vessel in the fleet. The 4,500 m² Solemio Spa features a snow grotto that sets it apart from the standard wellness offering, and the Colosseo Theatre spans 3 decks for evening productions, while the Food Lab cookery school gives a more hands-on onboard option. For cabin choices, see the Costa Smeralda cabins and deck plans.

• Inside cabin I1 — 10 m², sleeps 4. The most affordable grade, on lower decks, ideal if you spend most of your time in the ship’s public spaces.
• Ocean-view cabin E1 — 17 m², sleeps 4. A fixed window gives natural daylight and a changing sea view without the balcony price premium.
• Balcony cabin B1 — 14 m², sleeps 4. Exclusively on Deck 5, a lower, more stable position with less wave motion.
• Grand Suite GS — 33 m², sleeps 4. Considerably more space than the 28 m² standard suites, with room to spread out properly.

MSC World Europa

MSC World Europa is one of MSC’s largest and most technically advanced ships. Its scale means a wide range of dining, entertainment and cabin categories, and the MSC World Europa cabins and deck plans page is the right place to explore what is available for your Easter sailing.

MSC Meraviglia

MSC Meraviglia brings a 480 m² LED sky to the indoor Galleria promenade — the centrepiece of the ship’s public spaces. For cabin details and deck layouts, the MSC Meraviglia cabins and deck plans page has what you need.

MSC Euribia

Launched in 2023, MSC Euribia features the LED-sky Galleria Euribia promenade running the full length of the ship, and the 1,100 m² Carousel Lounge where live music runs every night with rotating guest artists each sailing. The Helios Wine Bar offers an interactive touchscreen journey through wine regions, while the Kaito Robatayaki Japanese grill is unique to this ship in its class. Explore the MSC Euribia cabins and deck plans if you are comparing grades.

MSC Virtuosa

Built in 2021, MSC Virtuosa introduced Rob, the world’s first humanoid robotic bartender at sea — a genuine talking point on any sailing. Seven speciality restaurants include Indochine (French-Vietnamese fusion), Butcher’s Cut steakhouse and 2 Kaito Japanese venues. The Savannah Aquapark, a 1,168 m² LED Galleria, the exclusive MSC Yacht Club and Starlink internet throughout complete the picture. See the MSC Virtuosa cabins and deck plans for full grade options.

MSC Musica

A 294-metre ship first launched in 2006 and renovated in 2024, MSC Musica retains its Musica-class elegance — a three-tiered waterfall in the atrium sets the tone. La Scala Theatre seats 1,200 guests for nightly Broadway-style productions featuring song, dance and acrobatics. Kaito Sushi Bar and the Butcher’s Cut steakhouse (arriving November 2026) join the MSC Yacht Club for elevated dining. The MSC Musica cabins and deck plans page details all grades, including the 47 m² MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite with its separate living and dining area.

Costa Diadema

Costa Diadema houses the largest spa in the entire Costa fleet: the Samsara Spa covers 6,200 m² across 4 decks. A 500-metre open-air promenade on Deck 5 lets you walk alongside the ocean, while the Archipelago restaurant brings together 3 Michelin-starred chefs. Full grade details are on the Costa Diadema cabins and deck plans page.

• Inside cabin I1 — 12 m², sleeps 4. The entry grade, 2 m² larger than the grades below it.
• Ocean-view cabin E1 — 14 m², sleeps 4. A sea-view window brings natural light and a changing outlook.
• Balcony cabin B1 — 14 m², sleeps 4. Lower deck placement offers a calmer, more stable ride.
• Grand Suite GS — 25 m², sleeps 4. Considerably more space than standard cabins for guests who want room to relax.

MSC Sinfonia

At 65,542 GT, the Lirica-class MSC Sinfonia is compact enough to call at smaller harbours that larger ships cannot reach — a genuine itinerary advantage. On board, 94 balcony cabins, a top-deck water park with slides, an Aurea Spa with thermal suite, LEGO and Chicco children’s zones, and the Teatro San Carlo for nightly shows make this a ship that works well for families. See the MSC Sinfonia cabins and deck plans for the full cabin picture.

Costa Fascinosa and Costa Serena

Both Costa ships sail in the Easter 2027 window. For cabin grades and deck layouts, the Costa Fascinosa cabins and deck plans and Costa Serena cabins and deck plans pages have the detail you need to compare options before booking.

What Fare Types Are Available?

Fare options vary by cruise line. Royal Caribbean offers fare types such as standard cruise fares, last-minute fares, solo fares and promotional offers — check what is live on any sailing before you book. Costa Cruises offers a full all-inclusive tier that covers drinks and meals alongside the cruise fare, as well as a Comfort Plus tier with full board and unlimited drinks, a FLASH promotional rate, and last-minute fares for spontaneous bookings. Princess Cruises offers a Standard fare (cruise only, with packages available to add) and Princess Plus (which includes 4 casual dining meals per voyage, beverages up to $15 each with a daily limit of 15 drinks, MedallionNet Max Wi-Fi, pre-paid crew appreciation, unlimited digital photographs plus 3 prints and reserved theatre seating). If you are comparing inclusions across lines, our advisers can walk you through exactly what each tier covers and which represents the better value for your trip.

On the discount picture: reductions are measured from the price previously listed for that cabin grade on that sailing. Most sailings with a discount sit around 10% off, though a small number carry reductions of up to 46%. As with any sale, the headline maximum applies to a single departure — it is not a page-wide figure — so it is worth searching across dates to find where the savings are strongest.

Sailing from the UK at Easter 2027?

Southampton is the main UK departure port for Easter 2027, with a small number of sailings leaving from there directly. Most of Britain can reach Southampton by road or rail, making it a genuinely no-fly option for those sailings. Our 2027 Cruises from Southampton page covers the full range of UK departures that year. If you are based in the north, 2027 Cruises from Liverpool is also worth checking for any departures that suit your dates. P&O Cruises 2027 from Southampton and Princess Cruises 2027 from Southampton are two of the more popular UK-departure choices in this period.

Make It a Full Holiday

We are cruise specialists — every offer is a cruise or a cruise-inclusive package, not a bolt-on to a general travel booking. Our team can build flights, hotels, tours, transfers and insurance around your cruise, whether you want a simple bundle or a fully custom itinerary. If you are flying to Florida for a Caribbean sailing, or continuing beyond Japan after a Pacific itinerary, putting it all on one booking with one team makes the whole trip considerably easier to manage. That is what Cruise1st Packages is built for. We are rated 4.5/5 on Trustpilot from over 7,000 reviews, and we are ABTA and ATOL protected, so your money is covered whichever way the trip is booked.

Browsing beyond Easter? The full 2027 cruises programme covers the whole year, and our April cruises page picks up sailings across the month. If you are open to the weeks either side of Easter, March cruises and May cruises from Southampton both open up additional options. Caribbean fans planning a different time of year might also look at Caribbean 2027 cruises with New York stays or fly Caribbean cruises in February. For other 2027 ideas, the Canary Islands 2027 cruises page is worth a look, as is the broader Greek Islands Cruises 2027 programme if the Mediterranean appeals.

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. Discounts and prices shown are not kept up to date: the reduction available now may be smaller, or may have ended, and prices may have changed.