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Life on board
We’re looking forward to welcoming you on board
Whether this is your first cruise with us or just the latest one, this handy guide tells you more about life on board our boutique ships. You will also find any additional answers in our FAQs.
What to expect before your cruise departs
Arriving 8-10 weeks before: Details about the included and optional shore excursions will be emailed to you approximately 8-10 weeks before departure.
The exact date your excursions will be bookable can be found on our Excursion Availability page.
All shore excursions are booked via our online Manage My Booking portal.
Arriving 7-10 days before: Final travel details and luggage labels. Please check these to ensure the information is correct. As our ships are ticketless, a cruise ticket is not required for boarding.
Arriving on board
You will be welcomed on board by our dedicated crew, who will direct you to your cabin so you can settle in. Your luggage is all taken care of and will be delivered to your cabin by our crew.
The dress code
A dress code applies from 1800.
Evening
The dress code is smart-casual each
evening. Ladies may wish to wear
a smart dress, or top/blouse with
trousers or a skirt. Gentlemen can
wear a smart, open-neck shirt and
trousers, with jackets optional.
Guests are invited to wear any medals
earned during military service.
Please note: Polo shirts, t-shirts,
shorts and denim are not
considered smart-casual attire in
the evenings.
Formal evenings
The perfect opportunity to enjoy
a little glamour. Ladies can choose
an evening gown, cocktail dress,
or dress suit. Gentlemen should
preferably wear a dinner jacket or
alternatively, a smart suit with a tie.
Formal evenings
A longstanding cruise tradition, formal evenings are one of the many highlights of our cruises. The number of formal evenings varies depending on the length of your cruise:
Four to seven nights – one formal evening
Eight to 11 nights – two formal evenings
12 to 21 nights – three formal evenings
For cruises of 22 nights or more, there will be one additional formal evening per week.
On formal evenings, formal attire is required in all restaurants apart from The Grill. Smart casual attire can be worn in The Grill, all bars, including the Brittania Lounge and the Playhouse theatre. Guests are also able to take advantage of the complimentary room service.
Venues
Our boutique ships feature a variety of facilities so you can spend your time on board however you wish.
Bars and lounges
The Verandah bar (deck 12)
Located on the aft outside deck, this al fresco bar is great place to enjoy a refreshment and some fresh air. Open 1100-2130 weather permitting.
The Lido bar (deck 12)
Outside bar situated on the pool deck. Open 1000-1800.
The Britannia Lounge (deck 12)
Offering activities and entertainment day and night, including late night dancing. Open 1030-late.
The Lido (deck 12)
The ship’s outdoor pool and sun-lounger area. The pool is open 0700-2000.
The Living Room (deck 5)
The heart of the ship is an open coffee shop area by day, and an inviting cocktail bar in the evening. Open 0730-midnight.
The Terrace (deck 6)
The perfect setting to enjoy the fresh air any time, especially when enjoying the walkaround promenade deck. Bar service is available 1000-1600.
The South Cape Bar (Spirit of Discovery, deck 6) / North Cape Bar (Spirit of Adventure, deck 6)
Centrally located on board. Open 1000-1500 and 1730-midnight.
Entertainment and activities
The Card room (deck 7)
A purpose-built room for up to 40 bridge players.
The Library (deck 7)
A quiet area where you can while away the hours reading a book, playing games or enjoying a coffee and pastry.
There is free Wi-Fi, and a coffee station open between 0800-1800.
The Playhouse Theatre (deck 6)
The place to experience colourful productions, live music, guest entertainers, cinema screenings and lectures. Seats 444 guests.
The shop (deck 5)
Enjoy tax-free shopping on a range of luxury and general items while at sea. Open all day on sea days. Open after sailing until 2200 on port days.
Saga World (deck 6)
Meet our onboard consultant and take the opportunity to book your next cruise with us.
The Craft room (deck 7)
Adjoining the library, here you can enjoy craft classes and workshops on every cruise.
Classes take place between 0900-1700 on sea days.
Health and wellbeing
The Spa (deck 5)
Indulge in a wide range of treatments at the spa, featuring six different treatment rooms, a steam room, infrared and traditional saunas and hydrotherapy pool.
Open 0800-2000.
The Gym (deck 13)
With its panoramic views and wide selection of exercise machines you can enjoy a workout.
Open 0800-2000.
The Salon (deck 5)
Offering hairdressing, manicures and pedicures – perfect for treating yourself during your cruise.
Open 0800-2000.
The Bunker (Spirit of Adventure, deck 13) / The Fairway golf simulator (Spirit of Discovery, deck 13)
Practise your swing with this high-tech golf simulator. Booking with reception is required.
The Fitness centre (deck 13)
Adjoining the main gym, you can enjoy free one-to-one advice and tailor your fitness regime with our resident instructors.
Open 0800-2000.
Paying for items and services on board
Sterling is the currency on board, and we operate a convenient cashless system using your cabin key card for any purchases made on the ship. You will need to settle your on-board account at the end of your cruise, and the easiest way to do this is by debit or credit card.
Simply register your card with Reception any time before the end of your cruise. You will be able to view your on-board account on the interactive TV in your cabin.
By registering your card, you are agreeing to Saga obtaining pre-authorisation, and your bank may reduce the balance of funds/ credit available to you. Saga will release this pre-authorisation at the end of the cruise. With some banks it can take several days before the pre-authorised funds are made available to you again.
For purchases made off the ship, our Reception does offer a limited foreign exchange service of selected currencies, but we encourage you to purchase any foreign currency before your cruise.
A charge of £3 applies if you use personal cheques to settle your on-board account and/or purchase foreign exchange during your cruise. There are no additional charges for paying by credit card, debit card, traveller’s cheque or cash.
Our restaurants
Deciding where to dine is all part of our boutique cruise experience, and you have the freedom to choose from a variety of restaurants, every evening, and all included in the price.
You can make a reservation for the speciality restaurants between 0900 to 1700 by simply dialling our booking line 6363 or by visiting the restaurants from 0930 to 1030 or 1730 to 1815.
Fine dining
The Grill (deck 12)
Enjoy buffet service breakfasts and lunches and waiter-served dinners.
The Grand Dining Room (Spirit of Discovery, deck 5) / The Dining Room (Spirit of Adventure, deck 5)
Serving up a world of flavours inspired by the best of British and international cuisine.
Dining on board
When you arrive on board
We will allocate your table, where you will dine on the first night of your cruise – so you do not need to worry about making any bookings beforehand.
Breakfast
Opening hours
The Grill (deck 12) – Early riser continental breakfast 0700-0730
The Grill (12) – 0730-1000 (hours may vary)
The Grand Dining Room/The Dining Room (5) – 0800-0930 (hours may vary)
Dinner
Opening hours
The Grand Dining Room/The Dining Room (5) – 1830-2100
The Grill (12) 1830-2100
Speciality restaurants (6) – 1830-2100
Lunch
Opening hours
The Grand Dining Room/The Dining Room (5) – 1200-1330 (hours may vary)
The Grill (12) – 1200-1400 (hours may vary)
The Verandah and The Lido (12) – 1130-1500 (weather permitting)
Afternoon tea
Available 1600 to 1645 in The Grand Dining Room (Spirit of Discovery) / The Dining Room (Spirit of Adventure).
Speciality restaurants
Dining in our intimate speciality restaurants is included, and each restaurant showcases a variety of mouthwatering menus. Please note, booking onboard is required. To ensure all guests have an opportunity to enjoy our speciality dining experience, we may need to restrict the number of times you can dine in a speciality restaurant on cruises of seven nights or less.
Amalfi (Spirit of Adventure)
Featuring high-end Italian cuisine.
Coast to Coast (Spirit of Discovery)
Showcasing modern seafood cuisine.
East to West (Spirit of Discovery)
Serving Asian fusion cuisine, inspired by the flesh flavours of the Orient.
Khukuri House (Spirit of Adventure)
The first Nepalese restaurant at sea.
The Club (Spirit of Discovery)
Our steakhouse, in partnership with music legend Jools Holland.
The Supper Club (Spirit of Adventure)
Offering cabaret-style evening events, all accompanied by delicious menu choices.
Your cabin
The perfect place to relax after a day exploring your latest port of call or making the most of the venues on board. Every cabin features a private balcony and showcases the best in contemporary British design.
Standard cabin
19.6 square metres (single cabin 14.9sqm). Featuring:
- Balcony
- 24-hour room service
- Complimentary Wi Fi
- Tea & coffee making facilities
- Bathrobes and slippers
- Toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Small fridge
- Twin or king size bed
- En-suite WC with shower
- Turndown service
- Fresh fruit
- Filtered water bottles.
Deluxe cabin
22.4 square metres.
In addition to the facilities of a standard cabin:
- Larger cabin
- Walk-in wardrobe
- Larger seating area
- Larger balcony
- Standard fridge.
Mid-ship suite
29.3 square metres.
In addition to the facilities of a standard cabin, these suites also feature:
- Bathtub, separate rainforest shower, double vanity unit, separate toilet
- Luxury fresh fruit basket
- Walk-in wardrobe
- Bottle of champagne on arrival
- Separate lounge and seating area
- Full butler service, including daily canapes
- Continental breakfast morning wake-up tray
- Espresso machine
- Full in-cabin afternoon tea service
- Complimentary replenished minibar
- Double balcony with sun lounger/dining table
- Separate flat screen TV in bedroom and living room.
Aft suite
36 square metres.
In addition to the facilities of a midship suite, these suites also feature:
- Larger cabin
- Luxury turndown service
- Luxury fresh fruit basket
- Larger separate living room area
- Personalised minibar
- Fresh flowers.
Forward suite
From 50.5 square metres.
In addition to the facilities of an aft suite, these suites also feature:
- Larger cabin
- Separate living room and dining room space
- Dedicated wine fridge
- Whirlpool bathtub
- In-cabin dining experience including speciality restaurant menu (upon request)
- Guest WC.
Cabin services
Room service: Available 24 hours a day. A special room service menu will be available. Your in-cabin interactive TV or Guest Directory will have further details.
Laundry: There are two self-service launderettes with ironing facilities located on B deck and D deck. Washing powder and fabric conditioner are supplied free of charge. Opening times 0730-2130. A laundry and pressing service is available via your Cabin Steward or Butler. Please refer to the laundry request option on your interactive TV or form in your cabin, for details and prices. Due to safety reasons, please don’t bring your own iron on board.
Discover the Saga Difference
Included travel insurance
Our fares also include comprehensive travel insurance and additional cancellation cover.
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Included return chauffeur service
All of our cruises depart here in the UK, and getting to the port is easy thanks to our included return chauffeur service.
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Included speciality dining
Enjoy included fine dining, served in one leisurely sitting. Even speciality dining is included in all our restaurants at no extra charge.
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Truly all-inclusive value
From wines and beers to cocktails and premium spirits, say cheers with all-inclusive drinks included from day to night. All on-board gratuities and Wi-Fi are also included.
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A private balcony for every cabin
Every cabin has a balcony as standard, so you will always have your own private outside space to enjoy the views and fresh air.
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Included excursions
Every cruise includes panoramic excursions in the price, along with the chance to join unforgettable optional tours.
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- An unlimited luggage allowance, and included porterage from the port to your cabin
- Free Wifi in your cabin and around the ship
- All on-board gratuities and service charges
- Complimentary 24-hour room service
- A wide range of entertainment in multiple venues, including lectures from guest speakers, theatre productions and recitals
- Classes, activities and outside deck games
- Fitness classes and use of the gymnasium, swimming pools and hot tubs
- Spa access to hydrotherapy pool, infrared sauna and steam room
- All port taxes, fees and charges
