The UK’s undisputed Queen of Cruising Jane McDonald is returning to the high seas for a week of luxury with her fans…and a host of special guests.
Cruise With Jane McDonald is a seven-night trip setting sail from London Cruise Terminal in Tilbury on October 2. The cruise follows the success of Cruise With Jane McDonald’s sell-out maiden voyage last autumn and final cabins are available now from CruiseWithJaneMcDonald.com
Joining Jane as special guests will be celebrated funny man Joe Pasquale, drag tartan songstress Mary Mac and musicians and The Voice UK stars Billy and Louie. BBC Radio 2s Richie Anderson returns as Cruise Host and Quizmaster.
The private charter onboard Ambassador Cruise’s flagship Ambience is a round-trip from London visiting Ijmuiden (Amsterdam), Zeebrugge, Cherbourg and Honfleur.
Alongside performances from the special guests, Jane’s fans will be entertained throughout the ship by singer, pianist and variety entertainer Perry Grant, acoustic outift Ocean Drive Duo, singer-songwriter Chloe Jones and energetic party band High Tides.
Highlights of the voyage will include guaranteed entry to see Jane perform two different headline shows as well as exclusive new show ‘Afternoon with Jane – Songs from the Piano’ where fans will be able to enjoy a conversation with Jane and learn about the music that defines her life and career.
Jane said: “What a line-up we have for this year’s cruise. If you joined me last year you know we had a ball, and this year is going to be even bigger.
“I can’t wait to do it all over again. You all know I love a cruise and doing that with some very special friends as well as you is going to make this a brilliant seven-night trip.”
Jane McDonald won the hearts of the nation overnight when she appeared in the BBC docusoap The Cruise back in 1998.
She has sold out countless tours and concerts, including the Royal Albert Hall, The London Palladium and The MGM Grand in Las Vegas, while also releasing 10 studio albums.
Jane is a popular presenter for TV travel shows, including fronting the BAFTA Award-winning Channel 5 series Cruising with Jane McDonald and has dipped her toe into the waters of watching TV with the nation appearing multiple times with best friend Sue Ravey on Celebrity Gogglebox.
In 2024 Jane was back on the road with her With All My Love Tour performing to sold out theatres and arenas across the UK, and she also performed in The London Palladium’s Christmas panto. Between touring and appearing on stage Jane has also found the time to write three bestselling books about her life, the most recent being last year’s Sunday Times Bestseller Let The Light In.
Earlier this year TV audiences saw Jane undertaking an ocean expedition for Jane McDonald: From Pole to Pole. The six-part documentary series on Channel 5 saw Jane travel from the Antarctic to the Arctic via South Georgia, Falkland Islands, Uruguay, Brazil, Greece, Italy, Norway and Svalbard.
Most recently Jane released her 11th studio album Living The Dream. Recorded in Nashville at the famous Blackbird Studios, Living The Dream is Jane’s 11th studio album and presents her nod to Country unveiling her passion for the music boasting nine original songs and four stunning reworkings of Country classics, showcasing her dynamic and diverse musicality.
The album has been released ahead of the star of stage and screen taking her new 19-date arena tour of the same name on the road from August.
Later in the Spring a new two-part documentary will air on Channel 5 following Jane’s journey to Nashville, and in May Jane will headline the main stage at Mighty Hoopla festival in London in her first ever festival headline appearance.
Cruise with Jane McDonald departs London Cruise Terminal on October 2 2026. Guests will sail onboard Ambassador Cruise Line’s first lady of the sea, Ambience, and enjoy exceptional full board dining and features includingCaptain’s Gala Dinner and Baked Alaska Parade, Captain’s cocktail party, spa access, use of gym, swimming pool and hot tubs and a week of amazing entertainment.
In addition to headlining live performances during the cruise, Jane will be onboard throughout the seven-day trip making special appearances including hosting bingo, quizzes and much more!
Prices start from £919 per person based on two people sharing an inside cabin. Guests purchasing the cruise through the pre-sale will be able to upgrade to the Ambassador Fare incorporating the top Expedition drinks package for just £99 per person (normally £262pp). This includes all premium and house brand spirits and wines; premium teas and coffees; non-alcoholic beverages including unlimited soft drinks; and all gratuities and service charges.
For more information go to CruiseWithJaneMcDonald.com or call 0808 304 2404.