The UK’s undisputed Queen of Cruising Jane McDonald is inviting fans to join her for a week of luxury on the high seas.
Just hours after Cruise with Jane McDonald set sail on its SELL-OUT maiden voyage, national treasure Jane revealed the cruise will take to the seas again next autumn with a private charter onboard Ambassador Cruise’s flagship Ambience.
Cruise With Jane McDonald is a seven-night round-trip from London Cruise Terminal in Tilbury visiting Ijmuiden (Amsterdam), Zeebrugge, Cherbourg and Honfleur. Cabins can be secured by signing up at CruiseWithJaneMcDonald.com to access the exclusive online pre-sale from 9am Monday October 13. The cruise will go on general sale on Friday October 17 at 10am.
Jane fans are currently enjoying the first ever Cruise With Jane McDonald after it set sail from London on a Baltic cruise yesterday (SATURDAY). Joining her as special guests are Les Misérables and Phantom of the Opera West End star John Owen-Jones, TV personality and comedian Bobby Davro and drag tartan songstress Mary Mac, and with plans now confirmed for 2026, the demand for cabins is expected to be high.
Highlights of the 2026 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 will also be joined by a number of yet to be revealed special guests.
Jane said: “I’m not going to lie, I’m currently having a very lovely time sailing with 1,400 of my friends and it’s brilliant. You all know I love a cruise so I couldn’t resist the opportunity to do this again next year.
“It will be the same lovely ship, but I’ll be performing new shows for you all and I will be joined by some very special guests.
“This cruise sold out really quickly. It will be fun to do it all over again and if you missed out this time I hope I get to see you next year instead.”
Jane 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.
Last year 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.
Cruise with Jane McDonald departs London Cruise Terminal onOctober 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.