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11th11 | FebFeb | 202626 | Buenos Aires, Argentina, embark on the Sapphire Princess | 16:00 | |||
Glamorous and gritty, Buenos Aires is two cities in one. What makes Argentina's capital so fascinating is its dual heritage—part European, part Latin American. Plaza de Mayo resembles a grand square in Madrid, and the ornate Teatro Colón would not be out of place in Vienna. But you’ll know you’re in South America by the leather shoes for sale on cobbled streets and impromptu parades of triumphant soccer fans. Limited-production wines, juicy steaks, and ice cream in countless flavors are among the old-world imports the city has perfected. | |||||||
12th12 | FebFeb | 202626 | At Sea | ||||
13th13 | FebFeb | 202626 | At Sea | ||||
14th14 | FebFeb | 202626 | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil | 09:00 | 20:00 | ||
Welcome to the Cidade Maravilhosa, or the Marvelous City, as Rio is known in Brazil. Synonymous with the girl from Ipanema, the dramatic views from Christ the Redeemer atop Corcovado mountain, and fabulously flamboyant Carnival celebrations, Rio is a city of stunning architecture, abundant museums, and marvelous food. Rio is also home to 23 beaches, an almost continuous 73-km (45-mile) ribbon of sand.As you leave the airport and head to Rio's beautiful Zona Sul (the touristic South Zone), you'll drive for about 40 minutes on a highway from where you'll begin to get a sense of the dramatic contrast between beautiful landscape and devastating poverty. In this teeming metropolis of 12 million people (6.2 million of whom live in Rio proper), the very rich and the very poor live in uneasy proximity. You'll drive past seemingly endless cinder-block favela, but by the time you reach Copacabana's breezy, sunny Avenida Atlântica—flanked on one side by white beach and azure sea and on the other by condominiums and hotels—your heart will leap with expectation as you begin to recognize the postcard-famous sights. Now you're truly in Rio, where cariocas (Rio residents) and tourists live life to its fullest.Enthusiasm is contagious in Rio. Prepare to have your senses engaged and your inhibitions untied. Rio seduces with a host of images: the joyous bustle of vendors at Sunday's Feira Hippie (Hippie Fair); the tipsy babble at sidewalk cafés as patrons sip their last glass of icy beer under the stars; the blanket of lights beneath the Pão de Açúcar (Sugarloaf Mountain); the bikers, joggers, strollers, and power walkers who parade along the beach each morning. Borrow the carioca spirit for your stay; you may find yourself reluctant to give it back. | |||||||
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23rd23 | FebFeb | 202626 | Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain | 08:00 | 20:00 | ||
The largest of the Canary Islands, Tenerife is a beautiful and scenic island which enjoys year-round sunshine and is dominated by Mount Teide. The mountain range runs through the centre of the island, with fertile valleys on the northern side. In the central part of the range is the gigantic natural crater of the Cañadas del Teide, about 14 miles in diameter. Santa Cruz, the island’s pretty capital, was originally a small fishing village but has now grown into a modern city, and also contains 16th-century civic buildings and ornate private mansions. Near the pier is the Santa Cruz Palmetum, a Botanical Garden covering an area of 29 acres, specialising in palms. | |||||||
24th24 | FebFeb | 202626 | Arrecife, Lanzarote, Spain | 08:00 | 20:00 | ||
A volcanic island designated a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, Lanzarote’s dramatic landscapes were shaped by an explosive past. Today, its pretty beaches and virtual absence of rain together with duty-free shopping make the island an extremely desirable destination. The main port and capital, Arrecife, is a pleasant town with a modern seafront and colourful gardens. Outside the capital there is plenty to explore, from the dazzling white salt flats of Janubio and the rugged terrain of Fire Mountain to the eerie caves of Los Verdes and an array of unspoilt fishing villages scattered around the coast. The island is home to a great selection of restaurants and local specialities including garbanzos compuestos – a chickpea stew; papas arrugadas – potatoes with carrots, peas, ham and green pepper; and of course, plenty of fresh seafood. Please note that those planning to participate in one of the shore excursions from this port may need to take an early lunch on board ship to suit the excursion schedules. | |||||||
25th25 | FebFeb | 202626 | At Sea | ||||
26th26 | FebFeb | 202626 | Casablanca, Morocco | 06:00 | 20:00 | ||
The original settlement formed on the site of Casablanca by the Berbers became the kingdom of Anfa, and during the 15th century harboured pirates who raided the Portuguese coast. In retaliation for the attacks, the Portuguese destroyed Anfa and founded the town they called Casa Branca (white house). They remained here until an earthquake in 1755 and the town was subsequently rebuilt by Mohammed ben Abdallah, whose legacy of mosques and houses can still be seen in the old Medina. Casablanca acquired its present-day name when the Spanish obtained special port privileges in 1781. The French landed here in 1907, later establishing a protectorate and modelling the town on the port of Marseilles. Today Casablanca is Morocco’s largest city, its most significant port and the centre of commerce and industry. The city is a vibrant fusion of European, African and Arabian influences and its French colonial architecture and art deco buildings seamlessly blend in with the busy, colourful markets. Please note that vendors in the souks can be very persistent and eager to make a sale. | |||||||
27th27 | FebFeb | 202626 | Gibraltar, Gibraltar | 09:00 | 18:00 | ||
Tagged on to the end of Iberia, the intriguing British outpost of Gibraltar is dominated by a sandy peninsula and the stunning 1,400-feet-high limestone Rock. Although small, Gibraltar has always been seen as having great strategic importance on account of its advantageous position where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean, just 12 miles from the coast of Africa. Ever popular with British holidaymakers, Gibraltar is very much a home from home, boasting excellent duty-free shopping in many familiar British high street shops. Please note: Gibraltar’s small size and narrow winding roads mean that excursions are operated by 22-seater mini-buses, accompanied by a driver/guide. Local health and safety regulations prohibit the carriage of walking aids and collapsible wheelchairs on these vehicles. If you do wish to bring a mobility aid, we can arrange the Rock Tour by taxi, which has extra space. If this suits your requirements, please advise the Tours and Travel office when you join the ship, as numbers are limited. | |||||||
28th28 | FebFeb | 202626 | At Sea | ||||
1st01 | MarMar | 202626 | Barcelona, Spain | 06:00 | 17:00 | ||
The infinite variety of street life, the nooks and crannies of the medieval Barri Gòtic, the ceramic tile and stained glass of Art Nouveau facades, the art and music, the throb of street life, the food (ah, the food!)—one way or another, Barcelona will find a way to get your full attention. The capital of Catalonia is a banquet for the senses, with its beguiling mix of ancient and modern architecture, tempting cafés and markets, and sun-drenched Mediterranean beaches. A stroll along La Rambla and through waterfront Barceloneta, as well as a tour of Gaudí's majestic Sagrada Famíliaand his other unique creations, are part of a visit to Spain's second-largest city. Modern art museums and chic shops call for attention, too. Barcelona's vibe stays lively well into the night, when you can linger over regional wine and cuisine at buzzing tapas bars. | |||||||
2nd02 | MarMar | 202626 | At Sea | ||||
3rd03 | MarMar | 202626 | Gibraltar, Gibraltar | 07:00 | 16:00 | ||
Tagged on to the end of Iberia, the intriguing British outpost of Gibraltar is dominated by a sandy peninsula and the stunning 1,400-feet-high limestone Rock. Although small, Gibraltar has always been seen as having great strategic importance on account of its advantageous position where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean, just 12 miles from the coast of Africa. Ever popular with British holidaymakers, Gibraltar is very much a home from home, boasting excellent duty-free shopping in many familiar British high street shops. Please note: Gibraltar’s small size and narrow winding roads mean that excursions are operated by 22-seater mini-buses, accompanied by a driver/guide. Local health and safety regulations prohibit the carriage of walking aids and collapsible wheelchairs on these vehicles. If you do wish to bring a mobility aid, we can arrange the Rock Tour by taxi, which has extra space. If this suits your requirements, please advise the Tours and Travel office when you join the ship, as numbers are limited. | |||||||
4th04 | MarMar | 202626 | At Sea | ||||
5th05 | MarMar | 202626 | Marseille, France | 08:00 | 18:00 | ||
Since being designated a European Capital of Culture for 2013, with an estimated €660 million of funding in the bargain, Marseille has been in the throes of an extraordinary transformation, with no fewer than five major new arts centers, a beautifully refurbished port, revitalized neighborhoods, and a slew of new shops and restaurants. Once the underdog, this time-burnished city is now welcoming an influx of weekend tourists who have colonized entire neighborhoods and transformed them into elegant pieds-à-terre (or should we say, mer). The second-largest city in France, Marseille is one of Europe's most vibrant destinations. Feisty and fond of broad gestures, it is also as complicated and as cosmopolitan now as it was when a band of Phoenician Greeks first sailed into the harbor that is today's Vieux Port in 600 BC. Legend has it that on that same day a local chieftain's daughter, Gyptis, needed to choose a husband, and her wandering eyes settled on the Greeks' handsome commander Protis. Her dowry brought land near the mouth of the Rhône, where the Greeks founded Massalia, the most important Continental shipping port in antiquity. The port flourished for some 500 years as a typical Greek city, enjoying the full flush of classical culture, its gods, its democratic political system, its sports and theater, and its naval prowess. Caesar changed all that, besieging the city in 49 BC and seizing most of its colonies. In 1214 Marseille was seized again, this time by Charles d'Anjou, and was later annexed to France by Henri IV in 1481, but it was not until Louis XIV took the throne that the biggest transformations of the port began; he pulled down the city walls in 1666 and expanded the port to the Rive Neuve (New Riverbank). The city was devastated by plague in 1720, losing more than half its population. By the time of the Revolution, Marseille was on the rebound once again, with industries of soap manufacturing and oil processing flourishing, encouraging a wave of immigration from Provence and Italy. With the opening of the Suez Canal in 1869, Marseille became the greatest boomtown in 19th-century Europe. With a large influx of immigrants from areas as exotic as Tangiers, the city quickly acquired the multicultural population it maintains to this day. | |||||||
6th06 | MarMar | 202626 | Genoa, Italy | 08:00 | 20:00 | ||
Genoa is a port city in the Northwest of Italy. Home to the Genoa Aquarium, famous for having the largest exposition of biodiversity in Europe, the city is also a great place to visit for anyone interested in architecture. | |||||||
7th07 | MarMar | 202626 | Livorno, Italy | 07:00 | 19:00 | ||
Livorno is a gritty city with a long and interesting history. In the early Middle Ages it alternately belonged to Pisa and Genoa. In 1421 Florence, seeking access to the sea, bought it. Cosimo I (1519–74) started construction of the harbor in 1571, putting Livorno on the map. After Ferdinando I de' Medici (1549–1609) proclaimed Livorno a free city, it became a haven for people suffering from religious persecution; Roman Catholics from England and Jews and Moors from Spain and Portugal, among others, settled here. The Quattro Mori (Four Moors), also known as the Monument to Ferdinando I, commemorates this. (The statue of Ferdinando I dates from 1595, the bronze Moors by Pietro Tacca from the 1620s.)In the following centuries, and particularly in the 18th, Livorno boomed as a port. In the 19th century the town drew a host of famous Britons passing through on their grand tours. Its prominence continued up to World War II, when it was heavily bombed. Much of the town's architecture, therefore, postdates the war, and it's somewhat difficult to imagine what it might have looked like before. Livorno has recovered from the war, however, as it's become a huge point of departure for container ships, as well as the only spot in Tuscany for cruise ships to dock for the day.Most of Livorno's artistic treasures date from the 17th century and aren't all that interesting unless you dote on obscure baroque artists. Livorno's most famous native artist, Amedeo Modigliani (1884–1920), was of much more recent vintage. Sadly, there's no notable work by him in his hometown.There may not be much in the way of art, but it's still worth strolling around the city. The Mercato Nuovo, which has been around since 1894, sells all sorts of fruits, vegetables, grains, meat, and fish. Outdoor markets nearby are also chock-full of local color. The presence of Camp Darby, an American military base just outside town, accounts for the availability of many American products.If you have time, Livorno is worth a stop for lunch or dinner at the very least. | |||||||
8th08 | MarMar | 202626 | Civitavecchia, Italy, disembark the Sapphire Princess | 06:00 | |||
Italy's vibrant capital lives in the present, but no other city on earth evokes its past so powerfully. For over 2,500 years, emperors, popes, artists, and common citizens have left their mark here. Archaeological remains from ancient Rome, art-stuffed churches, and the treasures of Vatican City vie for your attention, but Rome is also a wonderful place to practice the Italian-perfected il dolce far niente, the sweet art of idleness. Your most memorable experiences may include sitting at a caffè in the Campo de' Fiori or strolling in a beguiling piazza. |
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Grade Code | From | To | |
IF | Interior | £1,499 | £2,749 |
IE | Interior | £1,539 | £2,789 |
ID | Interior | £1,549 | £2,799 |
IC | Interior | £1,579 | £2,829 |
IB | Interior | £1,599 | £2,849 |
IA | Interior | £1,619 | £2,869 |
These staterooms are the perfect place to recharge your batteries. Our most affordable option, featuring two twin beds or a queen-size bed. Other amenities include a refrigerator, hair dryer, TV, closet and bathroom with shower.
Stateroom Features
Grade Code | From | To | |
OY | Oceanview (Obstructed) | £1,599 | £2,849 |
OZ | Oceanview (Obstructed) | £1,599 | £2,849 |
OW | Oceanview (Obstructed) | £1,619 | £2,869 |
OV | Oceanview (Obstructed) | £1,629 | £2,879 |
OF | Oceanview | £1,719 | £2,969 |
OC | Oceanview | £1,799 | £3,049 |
O5 | Premium Oceanview | £1,899 | £3,149 |
Enjoy the added benefit of a view of the ocean from either a picture window or porthole that brings in natural light. This stateroom includes all the amenities of an interior room.
Stateroom Features
▲3rd/4th berths available in select cabins.
†Charges apply for balcony dinner, pizza delivery and beverages. Subject to change.
Note: Some categories have portholes versus picture windows. Some stateroom views are partially to fully obstructed.
The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.
Named for our former Master Chef, Alfredo Marzi and voted "Best Pizza at Sea" by USA TODAY, this charming sit-down venue offers an enticing menu of freshly prepared individual-size pizzas along with beer and wines by the glass. The open kitchen design allows you to watch as the chefs create pizza by hand and serve them straight out of the oven.
The Santa Fe Dining room is open for anytime dining at dinner time between 5.30pm and 10pm.
Santa Fe's speciality is chicken or steak fajitas.
The option of an 'always available menu' is also provided including steaks, chicken breast and salmon, along with healthy options.
The Santa Fe Dining Room is on the 6th Deck of the Sapphire Princess.
Choose a luxurious breakfast or experience the “ultimate” romantic dinner at sea: a sumptuous multi-course meal, including succulent lobster tail and juicy steak, your beverage of choice, hors d’oeuvres, all served right on the privacy of your own balcony by our dedicated waitstaff. Treat yourself to this unparalleled indulgence and savour food, views and memories that will never be forgotten.
Additional charges apply.
The Vivaldi Dining Room is open for traditional dining at 5.30pm or anytime dining between 8pm and 10pm.
The Vivaldi Dining Room is on the 5th Deck of the Sapphire Princess.
The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.
The Mermaids Tail bar serves the Neptune pool area and is located forward of the 14th Deck.
It also sells a small selection of sweets and chocolates, for guests to purchase whilst watching the movies under the stars at night on the large overhead TV screen.
The Oasis Bar serves the Sports Deck (16) and is located aft of the deck in between the two hot tubs.
Outrigger Bar is an outside bar aft of the 14th Deck serving the Horizon Terrace sundeck and pool below.
Calypso Bar serves the Calypso pool midship on the 14th Deck also.
When the sun goes down and the moon comes up, it’s time to get your feet movin’ and your heart pumpin’ at Club Fusion. A little eclectic and a whole lot of fun, the dance floor lights and booming sound system invite you to get up and show off your moves and grooves. Karaoke contests, live performances and theme-parties like “60s British Invasion” are just a few of the nightly events that will have you on your feet.
The Wheelhouse bar, located on the 7th Deck outside the theatre, serves premium beers, wines and spirits and is decorated in the style of a gentleman's club with leather armchairs and nautical artefacts.
It has its own dance floor, bar and stage where live music is played from.
The Crooners Lounge and Bar, located midship on deck 7 opens from 1pm onwards and is reminiscent of a classic Martini bar.
Evening entertainment features live piano music with requests and name that tune elements. Here they also offer an enticing menu of 75 martinis, plus entertainers at spectacular duelling glass pianos.
Explorers Lounge on the 7th Deck is Sapphire Princess' second entertainment venue with its own dance floor, bar serving wine and cocktails and stage.
Entertainment on offer ranges from trivia quizzes during the day to comedians, live bands and themed nights in the evening.
Hot music and cool cocktails set to a DJ spinning popular club tunes is the ideal setting for a night of dancing. Gleaming, ultra modern and ultra cool, this hot spot invites a little stargazing while the colourful neon dance floor invites everyone to get up and boogie down. Boasting panoramic views from its vantage point 15 decks above the sea, it’s the perfect place for dancing and socialising.
Throughout the day and night, our exclusive open-air poolside amphitheatre is the go-to destination for feature films, thrilling concerts and exciting sporting events such as live football games. Cozy up under a fleece blanket in the comfortable lounger and feast on complimentary fresh-popped popcorn in the evening or delicious cookies and milk during the day, and enjoy that exciting car chase or mystery thriller on the giant screen.
With dazzling stage sets, artists from around the globe, modern hits and timeless classics, the Princess Theatre, our largest theatre yet, showcases lavish, original productions with dynamic cast members in sumptuous surroundings. In this ultramodern theatre, relax in a plush seat with unobstructed sight lines as the velvet curtain goes up, a state-of-the-art lighting system illuminates the stage, and it’s on with the show!
The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.
The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.
25 nights aboard the Sapphire Princess | |||
Evening entertainment & Broadway style shows | |||
Complimentary daily afternoon tea | |||
Choice of traditional or anytime dining | |||
Complimentary 24-hour room service | |||
Speciality Restaurants (charges may apply) | |||
Drinks package available | |||
Port Taxes and Fees | |||
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Date 11th Feb 2026 |
Nts 25 |
Interior £1,499pp |
Oceanview £1,599pp |
Balcony £1,949pp |
Suite £2,649pp |
Date 11th Feb 2026 |
Nts 25 |
Interior £1,499pp |
Oceanview £1,599pp |
Balcony £1,949pp |
Suite £2,649pp |
Interior staterooms from | £1,499pp | ||
IF | Interior | £1,499pp | |
ID | Interior | £1,549pp | |
IB | Interior | £1,599pp | |
IE | Interior | £1,539pp | |
IA | Interior | £1,619pp | |
IC | Interior | £1,579pp | |
Oceanview staterooms from | £1,599pp | ||
OC | Oceanview | £1,799pp | |
OF | Oceanview | £1,719pp | |
OV | Oceanview (Obstructed) | £1,629pp | |
OW | Oceanview (Obstructed) | £1,619pp | |
OZ | Oceanview (Obstructed) | £1,599pp | |
OY | Oceanview (Obstructed) | £1,599pp | |
O5 | Premium Oceanview | £1,899pp | |
Balcony staterooms from | £1,949pp | ||
BF | Balcony | £1,949pp | |
BA | Balcony | £2,179pp | |
BC | Balcony | £2,089pp | |
BD | Balcony | £2,049pp | |
BB | Balcony | £2,129pp | |
B4 | Premium Balcony | £2,219pp | |
BE | Balcony | £2,009pp | |
B2 | Premium Balcony | £2,229pp | |
Suite staterooms from | £2,649pp | ||
S2 | Owner's Suite | ![]() | |
S4 | Penthouse Suite | £5,849pp | |
S5 | Premium Suite | £5,649pp | |
S6 | Vista Suite | £5,479pp | |
S1 | Grand Suite | ![]() | |
S8 | Two Bedroom Family Suite | ![]() | |
S3 | Penthouse Suite | ![]() | |
M1 | Club Class Mini-Suite | ![]() | |
MD | Mini-Suite | £2,799pp | |
ME | Mini-Suite | £2,649pp | |
MB | Mini-Suite | £2,949pp | |
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