Legends of Cricket & Christmas Markets Cruise

New for 2026 - Step up to the crease for a festive cruise that bowls together sporting nostalgia, seasonal sparkle and relaxing days at sea. Sailing from London Tilbury, this special itinerary combines the magic of Europe’s Christmas markets with exclusive appearances from cricketing legends, giving you the chance to enjoy meet-and-greets, entertaining talks, quizzes and themed events throughout the voyage.

 

 

INCLUDES

Return coach transfers

5 nights sailing onboard Ambassador Ambience (cabin upgrades & drinks packages available)

Breakfast, lunch & an exceptional 5-course meal every evening

Use of spa facilities

West End Style Theatre Shows

Captain's Gala Dinner

Hosted by an exceptional line-up of cricketing legends and broadcasters, including Graeme Swann, Jonathan Agnew, Graham Gooch, Angus Fraser & Henry ‘Blowers’ Blofeld

Free time in Bremerhaven, Ijmuiden & Zeebrugge

Optional excursions available to Amsterdam & Bruges Christmas Markets (bookable with Ambassador prior to departure)

 

A drinks package is available to purchase for the duration of this cruise; it includes all drinks on board and gratuities pre-paid.

 

IMPORTANT/TRAVEL INSURANCE: Travel Insurance is compulsory on this ocean cruise. The policy must cover ocean cruise holidays and provide full health coverage for any pre-existing conditions and the cost of medical repatriations.

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What's Happening Onboard

Throughout the voyage, these iconic figures (see a full list below) will host a programme of exclusive events, from welcome receptions and meet-and-greets to a lively sports quiz, audience-with sessions and engaging individual shows.

• A festive welcome event to introduce all of our special guests

• Pre-dinner evening meet & greet in the bar, offering relax opportunities to chat

• A lively sports quiz, inspired by the classic BBC One - A Question of Sport

• 'Audience With' sessions, featuring our VIPs sharing stories, insights and behind-the-scenes moments

• An individual headline show in the Palladium theatre

• Hosted drinks or dining receptions onboard

 

Speakers & Acts

Graeme Swann - Graeme Swann is widely regarded as one of England’s finest off-spin bowlers and a key figure in one of the team’s most successful modern eras. Instrumental in England’s 2010–11 Ashes victory in Australia and their rise to the top of the ICC Test rankings, Swann combined control, turn, and attacking intent.

 

Henry Blofeld - Henry Blofeld OBE, affectionately known as ‘Blowers’, is one of the most iconic voices in cricket. With a broadcasting career spanning over four decades, he became synonymous with Test Match Special, captivating audiences with his rich storytelling, wit, and unmistakable Old Etonian charm.

 

Jonathan Agnew - Jonathan Agnew MBE, DL, is one of the UK’s most respected cricket broadcasters and a former England international cricketer. Following a successful playing career with Leicestershire and England, where he claimed 666 first-class wickets, he transitioned seamlessly into broadcasting.

 

Graham Gooch - Graham Gooch OBE, DL, is one of England’s greatest ever batsmen and a towering figure in the game. A legendary servant of Essex County Cricket Club, Gooch enjoyed a remarkable career spanning nearly three decades, amassing over 67,000 runs across first-class and limited-overs cricket, making him one of the most prolific run scorers in history.

 

Angus Fraser - Angus Fraser MBE is one of the most respected figures in English cricket, with over 40 years in the game. From 1984 to 2002, he enjoyed a successful career as a medium-fast bowler for Middlesex and England, winning every major domestic competition with Middlesex and earning 88 England caps. A key figure in England’s 1990s attack, he took 13 five-wicket hauls in 46 Tests and remains the record overseas wicket-taker in the Caribbean.

 

Garry Richardson - Garry Richardson is a highly regarded British broadcaster, best known for his work across BBC radio, where he spent over 50 years on flagship programmes such as Sports Report and Today.

 

Ambassador Ambience

 

 

The first lady of the sea: the word ‘Ambience’ derived from the French word for ‘surrounding’, Ambassador’s goal is to create the optimum atmosphere onboard, one that brings out the best in everyone.

 

With an average 1,400-guest capacity and careful configuration, she offers both a feeling of spaciousness and freedom, whilst retaining that sense of intimacy and camaraderie we each crave; it’s whatever makes you comfortable.

 

Entertainment-wise, she really will spoil you for choice. Let your hair down at the Observatory and bring out your finest ensembles for The Palladium. Whether you like it shaken or stirred, she has numerous bars to whet your whistle, including Raffles Bar, Botanical Lounge, SW19 and The Purple Turtle Pub.

 

Dining options are plentiful at our Buckingham restaurant or the Borough Market, with plentiful cuisine options, and for those wanting to soak in nature’s glory, we have our glorious Alfresco Grill. Wining and dining are more than fine at Saffron*, Sea & Grass* or our deluxe Chef’s Table*, where we offer a speciality gastronomic experience that’s not to be missed.

 

Put your best cards forward at Aces & Eights bridge and card room and the Ambassador Casino or revive and renew at the gym and Wellness Centre. Other facilities include Kapoor’s, our onboard crafting studio, Brontë’s library, the shopping galleria, not to mention a swimming pool, two hot tubs and a large screen for outdoor movies. Sound good?

 

*Supplementary charges apply

 

DECK PLAN

 

  

 

GRATUITIES & SERVICE CHARGE

 

For your convenience, Ambassador operate an automatic service charge and gratuity system, which is automatically added to your onboard account.

An amount of £7 per person per night will be automatically added to your onboard account. If you purchase a Drinks Package, gratuitues are also included.