
Once onboard a cruise, you'll often find there is very little you need to worry about, including spending money. While most cruise companies aren't all inclusive, many include all food and some drinks within the cost of your holiday, so it's a great way to stay within your budget on a cruise under £500 per person in 2025 and 2026.
Although not compulsory, you should bear in mind costs like spa treatments and shore excursions which you may want to enjoy as part of your cruise holiday but there are a range of cruise options out there for less than £500. Check out some of the latest deals below.
Some of the best deals can be found close to travel as cruise ships will often be setting sail with empty cabins, so companies want to make sure they are full. You'll often be able to find last minute cruises for less than £500pp which are travelling within the next couple of weeks but you'll really need to be flexible to take advantage of these offers, both in when you travel and where you travel.
There are lots of last minute cruise options from Southampton ranging from short breaks to Amsterdam to longer Mediterranean cruises. You'll also find the cheapest deals are for inside cabins which means no windows in your room, however there may still be upgrade options available and there are certainly some great outside cabin deals under £500pp.