Aboard Aurora with P&O Cruises
Cruise Overview
Lying near the head of Southampton Water, a peninsula between the estuaries of the Rivers Test and Itchen, Southampton is Britain’s largest cruise port.
It has been one of England’s major ports since the Middle Ages, when it exported wool and hides from the hinterland and imported wine from Bordeaux.
The city suffered heavy damage during World War Two and as a result the centre has been extensively rebuilt, but there are still some interesting medieval buildings including the Bargate, one of the finest city gatehouses in England.
Originally a little fishing village, Cherbourg has developed into a historic port designed by Vauban.
This was also a strategic naval port during the Napoleonic wars; there is a marina with over 1000 moorings.
“Cap de la Hague” is to the West and the “Pointe de Barfleur” to the East.
This port, which belongs to Normandy, is a region that has provided inspiration for countless artists and writers, and is the land of apple orchards and rolling farmland dotted with villages of half-timbered houses.
Boasting a wealth of abbeys and châteaux, as well as a superb coastline, it offers something for everyone.
Cherbourg was also the first stop of RMS Titanic after it left Southampton, England.
On 19 June 1864, the naval engagement between USS Kearsarge and CSS Alabama took place off Cherbourg.
The Battle of Cherbourg, fought in June 1944 following the Normandy Invasion, ended with the capture of Cherbourg on June 30.
Rotterdam is a city that's a long way removed from most people's stereotypical notion of the Netherlands.
There are few, if any, canals to be found here nor are there any quaint windmills.
There is, however, a thriving modern city which is one of the busiest ports in the entire world.
It has been one of England’s major ports since the Middle Ages, when it exported wool and hides from the hinterland and imported wine from Bordeaux.
The city suffered heavy damage during World War Two and as a result the centre has been extensively rebuilt, but there are still some interesting medieval buildings including the Bargate, one of the finest city gatehouses in England.
Originally a little fishing village, Cherbourg has developed into a historic port designed by Vauban.
This was also a strategic naval port during the Napoleonic wars; there is a marina with over 1000 moorings.
“Cap de la Hague” is to the West and the “Pointe de Barfleur” to the East.
This port, which belongs to Normandy, is a region that has provided inspiration for countless artists and writers, and is the land of apple orchards and rolling farmland dotted with villages of half-timbered houses.
Boasting a wealth of abbeys and châteaux, as well as a superb coastline, it offers something for everyone.
Cherbourg was also the first stop of RMS Titanic after it left Southampton, England.
On 19 June 1864, the naval engagement between USS Kearsarge and CSS Alabama took place off Cherbourg.
The Battle of Cherbourg, fought in June 1944 following the Normandy Invasion, ended with the capture of Cherbourg on June 30.
Rotterdam is a city that's a long way removed from most people's stereotypical notion of the Netherlands.
There are few, if any, canals to be found here nor are there any quaint windmills.
There is, however, a thriving modern city which is one of the busiest ports in the entire world.
Cruise Itinerary
Aboard Aurora
Launch Year: 2000 Length: 270 Width: 32 Currency: GBP Capacity: 1874 Crew Count: 850 Deck Count: 9 Cabin Count: 962
Exclusively for adults - Mid-sized Aurora is a world-class ship, bringing you the joys of classic cruise travel. In April 2019, she enjoyed a refit and started an exciting new chapter as a ship that caters exclusively for adults. With a skydome over her inviting Crystal Pool you’ll enjoy stylish surrounds whatever the weather. At her heart a 35 foot sculpture dominates the atrium while The Crow’s Nest offers panoramic views.
Aurora Facilities
Aurora Includes
Cabin Details
From inside cabins to balcony cabins and luxurious suites, you will find a room for every budget and taste.
All cabins are air-conditioned and well designed, to give you as much space as possible and to help you relax into your surroundings. Many feature balconies to give you additional outside space. All feature Egyptian cotton sheets, free tea & coffee making facilities, refrigerator, hairdryer, safe, in-cabin television and good sized en-suite bathrooms with toiletries pack. You will also enjoy the services of a personal cabin steward who will look after your every need, and can enjoy room service from early morning until late evening at no extra cost.
