FERRY, FIXED LINK & CRUISE OPERATORS

Below is a full list of Ferry and Cruise Operators who are members of the CTA

Ambassador Cruise Line
www.ambassadorcruiseline.com
07599 675111

Say hello to ease at sea and the first new British cruise line to be launched since 2010.

We are Ambassador Cruise Line, we specialise in authentic, premium value cruising experience with a few innovative twists.

Our purpose is simple: we want to inspire each and every guest to experience authentic cruising effortlessly, and sustainably. We’re here to accompany the next era of travel by blending tradition and innovation for a truly timeless cruise holiday that still makes you feel right at home.

A warm welcome awaits from the minute you arrive on board to the moment you leave. Our classic ships create an inclusive atmosphere, with charming crews, sumptuous cuisine and space to relax.

Our flagship, Ambience, will sail from London Tilbury from Spring 2022 to over 90 unique destinations on 33 no-fly sailings, and with prices that may surprise you, it’s time to fall in love with cruising all over again.

Caledonian MacBrayne
www.calmac.co.uk
07867527690

Operators of 30 ferries to 25 highland and island ports on the west coast of Scotland

Condor Ferries
www.condorferries.co.uk
0345 609 1024

Condor Ferries is a Channel Island Company, Condor Ferries operate ferry services to Jersey ,Guernsey, St.Malo and Cherbourg. Our Fast Ferries operate from Weymouth and Poole to Jersey, Guernsey and St.Malo. Condor Ferries also operates a Ro – Ro service from Portsmouth to Cherbourg.on Sundays from May to September (coaches can be carried on this service). Condor Ferries offer great discount for groups travelling on day trips and for all other durations.

Croisieurope River Cruises
www.croisieurope.co.uk
0208 3281281

Europe’s largest river cruise operator, CroisiEurope, is a family run business, building, owning and operating 43 elegant ships and hotel barges on some of the most beautiful waterways in the world. This year, one-third of its fleet will be operating in France with some wonderful itineraries available on the Seine as well as in Bordeaux on the Gironde and Garonne. Continuing on last year’s success, four 12-cabin hotel barges operating through Burgundy, Provence, Champagne and Paris; and a nine-day Rhine itinerary between Amsterdam and Basel; and 13-day cruises along the Mekong between Siem Rep and Saigon. CroisiEurope continues to innovate with the introduction of a new vessel concept for cruising on the river Loire. Market leader CroisiEurope was inspired by an ancient technique – the paddle wheel This will be the first time that a cruise vessel with cabins has ever cruised along the Loire.

DFDS Seaways
www.dfds.co.uk
0871 822 0881

DFDS operates passenger ferry services for coach travel on routes from Dover to both Calais and Dunkerque, Newhaven to Dieppe, and Newcastle to Amsterdam (Ijmuiden).

These routes provide excellent access from the UK to various destinations across Europe.

DFDS offers the widest choice of entry points into France as well as the Netherlands.

Eurotunnel
www.eurotunnel.com
0844 335 8446

With a crossing time of only 35 minutes from Folkestone to Calais, Eurotunnel Le Shuttle offers the fastest Channel crossing with your vehicle. Its reliable service operates round the clock, 365 days a year and with up to 4 departures an hour during peak periods – no other cross-Channel operator offers you more choice. For more information please call – Coach Sales on 0844 335 8446 or email: coachsales@eurotunnel.com. We look forward to welcoming you on-board Eurotunnel soon.

Hovertravel
www.hovertravel.co.uk
01983717705

Established in 1965, Hovertravel is the world’s only passenger hovercraft service and with a journey time of under ten minutes, offers the fastest way across the Solent, to and from the Isle of Wight. With new craft introduced in 2016, the service is operated every day of the year, except for Christmas Day, and the frequent timetable makes onward travel simple. Connections to Portsmouth Harbour and Portsmouth & Southsea rail stations are offered via the Hoverbus service which stops directly outside the Southsea terminal. Booking is available online and via a free smartphone app. For timetables and tickets please visit www.hovertravel.com.

Irish Ferries
www.irishferries.com/ie-en/to-ireland-from-britain/
03717 300 400

Irish Ferries is the market leading ferry operator in Ireland, serving routes between the UK (Holyhead to Dublin, and Pembroke to Rosslare) and Ireland, plus the newly-launched English Channel route between Dover and Calais (launching June 2021). The new route between Dover and Calais enables easy access from the UK to destinations across Europe.

Irish Ferries operates a fleet of modern cruise and fast ferries, including the Ulysses, Isle of Inishmore, the Dublin Swift (the only fast ferry on the Irish Sea), and the newly built, award-winning W.B. Yeats. All ferries are well-equipped to serve coach travel and have first-class facilities for coach drivers.

Irish Ferries was awarded ‘Best Ferry or Fixed Link Operator’ at the Group Leisure & Travel Awards 2020, and is committed to providing a superior service with warm Irish hospitality.

For more information, please visit www.irishferries.com or call 03717 300 400.

Jetstream Tours
www.jetstreamtours.com
01634 525202

Discover tales of the River Medway and Thames estuary aboard one of our passenger boats or jetboat experiences. Taking in the spectacular views of Medway including, Rochester Castle, The Historic Dockyard and Upnor Castle. Offering day trips to Southend and private boat hire for parties and functions.

We are also the link between Kent and Essex via the ferry from Gravesend to Tilbury departing Monday – Saturday.

P&O Ferries
www.poferries.com
08716 641 641

P&O Ferries sails to France, Belgium, Holland and Spain. On the Dover-Calais route the company offers the highest frequency service, with up to 23 sailings a day. From Portsmouth P&O Ferries sails to Bilbao and overnight cruise ferry services from Hull to Zeebrugge and Rotterdam complete the passenger route network.

Red Funnel Ferries
www.redfunnel.co.uk
023 8072 4610

Red Funnel is the Isle of Wight specialist with over 150 years’ experience. Our dedicated team are here to help with your coach and group travel requirements. Our services operate year round from Southampton with large terminals, regular sailings, great onboard facilities and a friendly and welcoming service.

We can offer advice on where to stay and the best places to visit and should you wish, we can also make all your travel and accommodation bookings, including admission to the Island’s premier attractions.

Get in touch today to discuss your next group trip.