Shearings

Shearings have a great collection of sea and river cruises that give you the chance to explore some of the UK & Europe's stunning scenery, rich culture and fascinating heritage.
Lord of the Glens

Lord of the Glens

Lord of the Glens has rich mahogany interiors, a teak-clad promenade and viewing decks that give
the ship the ambience of a luxury yacht.

On-board facilities include the elegant Robert Louis Stevenson restaurant with large windows offering
fantastic views, the Sir Walter Scott lounge and the David Livingstone lounge bar, where you can
relax with a refreshing drink.

The 27 luxury cabins are all outside facing, tastefully finished and equipped with en suite facilities
and shower, individually controlled air-conditioning/heating, satellite television, music system,
hairdryer, telephone and safe.

This coastal ship features observation lounges and a library and is perfect for viewing the
magnificent Scottish landscape as you sail.

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MPS Da Vinci

MPS Da Vinci

We are proud to present the four-star MPS Da Vinci – new and exclusive to Shearings Holidays for 2011. Designed along the lines of a splendid yacht, the MPS Da Vinci is one of the most elegant and luxurious river cruise vessels in Western Europe. Whether sailing upon the Rhine, Main or Danube, the MPS Da Vinci is ready and waiting to take you on your next river cruise experience.

Once you’re on board the MPS Da Vinci you can’t fail to be impressed with the open space and large reception area. Why not head to the sun deck to watch the ever-changing scenery go by, with a choice of chairs or deckchairs for your comfort. If you’re feeling a bit more energetic, how about a workout on the fitness equipment – or a relaxing sauna or Turkish bath? You’ll also find it easy to relax in the beautifully-designed lounge, where you can immerse yourself in a good book from the library, with an inviting open fireplace. And at the end of the day you can retire to your cabin, with satellite TV to entertain you and a delightful river view right outside your window, allowing you to watch the world go by in complete comfort.

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MPS Rotterdam

MPS Rotterdam

The MPS Rotterdam is chartered exclusively by Shearings. On board the beautifully designed, traditional, 4-deck ship you will find soft furnishings in rich colours and dark cherry tones providing an air of elegance. Not only does the four-star Rotterdam have the perfect mix of style and comfort there is also fantastic facilities, with four enticing decks. The Promenade Deck is home to the chic and elegant reception, the Lounge Deck is where you’ll find the restaurant and bar, and the partially-covered Sun Deck offers the chance to watch the picturesque scenery serenely drift by. No matter how you decide to spend your time on board the Rotterdam, one thing’s for sure – you’re in for a truly magical experience.

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MS Belle de Cadix

MS Belle de Cadix

Built in 2005 the MS Belle de Cadix provides luxurious modern accommodation and facilities for 178
passengers. Of the 89 cabins, 40 double cabins can be found on the Upper Deck, 27 on the Middle Deck and 22 on the Main Deck. All are fully equipped with en suite facilities, shower, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe, central heating/air conditioning, 220v electricity, radiophone and TV/video in the lounge.

Delicious food served on board includes an extensive buffet breakfast and lunch and dinner of French inspiration. There is also a fine wine menu available on board. the impressive and modern on board facilities include a lounge bar with dance floor, panorama bar, dining room seating 178, gift shop, lift, a large sun deck with deckchairs, swimming pool and a marina at the rear of the vessel with direct access to the sea.

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MS Belle de l’Adriatique

MS Belle de l’Adriatique

Built in 2007, and boasting a stylish modern design, the MS Belle de l'Adriatique is an impressive four-deck ship with 100 stylish and comfortable cabins. You'll find it easy to enjoy yourself on board, with a wide array of superb facilties. All cabins offer great river views and come equipped with air conditioning, private shower, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio and safe.

Lounge bar with a dance floor - let your hair down.
Delicious meals served in the comfortable dining room.
Enjoy a drink with new-found friends in the ship's bar.
Immerse yourself in a book from the library.
Enjoy the view from the comfort of the spacious sundeck.
Relax in one of the Jacuzzis.
Treat your loved one to something special from the gift shop.

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MS Fernao De Magalhaes

MS Fernao De Magalhaes

Built in 2003 the MS Fernão de Magalhães provides modern, superbly appointed accommodation and
facilities for 142 passengers, including a swimming pool on the Sun Deck. Of the 71 cabins, 38 double
cabins can be found on the Upper Deck, 18 on the Middle Deck and 15 on the Main Deck. All are fully
equipped with en suite facilities, shower, hairdryer, satellite TV radio, safe, central heating/air conditioning, 220v electricity and radiophone. Delicious food served on board includes an extensive buffet breakfast and lunch and dinner of French inspiration. There is also a fine wine menu available on board.

Passengers are sure to be impressed with the on board facilities, which include a lounge bar with dance floor, bar, dining room, gift shop, lift, panorama bar, a large sun deck with deckchairs and even a swimming pool.

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MS La Marguerite

MS La Marguerite

A luxurious, impressive vessel specifically built to sail on the legendary Mekong, La Marguerite offers a truly unique river experience. You'll find it easy to relax on board, whether spending your time admiring the view, enjoying a pampering, or relaxing in the bar. And at meal times, you'll have so many mouth-watering dining options - with free drinks included.


All cabins are exquisitely decorated, with a sitting area, individually controlled air-conditioning, writing desk, mini-bar, safety deposit box, in-house telephone, bathroom with shower, bathrobe, slippers, hairdryer and in-house television.

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MS Michelangelo

MS Michelangelo

Built in 2000 and refurbished in 2006, the ship offers a comfortable accommodation for 158 passengers. The interior has facilities including a lounge area, bar, dance floor, tasteful dining room, gift shop and a large spacious sun deck with swimming pool.

All 78 cabins have are fully equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe, central heating/air conditioning, 220V electricity and radiophone. There are 28 cabins located on the Upper Deck and 50 cabins on the Main Deck.

Delicious food served on board with an extensive buffet breakfast, with lunch and dinner with a French inspiration. There is also a fine wine menu available on board.

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MS Princesse d’Aquitaine

MS Princesse d’Aquitaine

It’s easy to relax on board the friendly and comfortable Princesse d’Aquitaine, which is part of the CrosiEurope fleet. Whether you’re admiring the spectacular views from your comfortable cabin, dining in the restaurant, dancing the night away or simply sitting back on the spacious sun deck, there’s always something to see or do!

The ship was built in 2001 and has a total of 69 cabins. All cabins are equipped with air conditioning, shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, and safe. The cuisine on board is of French inspiration with an extensive buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner waiting to tempt your taste buds.

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MS Renoir

MS Renoir

Your cruise on the Renoir will take place on board one of three splendid sister ships, all part of the CrosiEuope fleet: the MS Seine Princess/MS Renoir or the MS Botticelli. All are modern, inviting ships offering a superb range of facilities.

MS Renoir was built in 2001, offering 78 cabins across two decks and the MS Botticelli was built in 2004, offering 76 cabins across two decks.

All cabins are equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe, air conditioning/central heating, 220V electricity and radiophone.

The cuisine on board is superb with an extensive buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner with a French inspiration. There is also a fine wine menu available. Once on board there are a range of facilities on offer including a lounge bar with dance floor,dining room, gift shop, lift, panorama bar and a large sundeck with deckchairs.

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MS Seine Princess

MS Seine Princess

Built in 2002, the MS Seine Princess provides modern accommodation for 138 passengers, with a
total of 3 decks with all the facilities you would expect of a river cruise ship.

Of the 67 cabins, 22 cabins and 2 suites can be found on the Upper Deck and 43 on the Main
Deck. All are fully equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe, central
heating/air conditioning, 220V electricity and radiophone. Delicious food is served on board with an
extensive buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner with a French inspiration. There is also a fine wine menu
available on board.

The on board facilities are excellent and include a lounge-bar with a dance floor, bar, dining room,
large sundeck with deckchairs and a gift shop.

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MV Athena

MV Athena

Shearings cruises embrace classic cruising. You can be sure of incredible itineraries and fascinating excursions showing the best of each port of call, with enticing cuisine and fantastic facilities to enjoy during your time on board.
During the day, there is a large range of activities on offer, such as arts and crafts, exercise classes, light sporting activities, and games and quizzes are arranged for those who wish to participate.
The Athena also has an excellent choice of bars, including the impressive Calypso Show Lounge, a spacious Cinema. Shopping Boutique and Photo Shop. Library, Card Room. Casino and Internet facility. Stay active in the gym. or pamper yourself in the Health, Sauna and Massage Centre. And outdoors, the Athena is famed for her wide and ample deck spaces.
Our friendly and attentive staff are waiting to make your cruising experience as enjoyable as possible. And with a passenger to staff ratio of 2:1 there will always be someone on hand should you need them. Also, with Shearings, all gratuities are included in the price of your cruise.
It's the complete Shearings experience our customers know and love. So whether you're looking for your first cruise or your 50th, the holiday of a lifetime awaits.
We look forward to welcoming you on board!

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MV Century Star

MV Century Star

A luxurious five-star vessel, the MV Century Star offers well-furnished surroundings in which to enjoy your cruise on the Yangtze.

The ship offers the level of comfort, style and facilities that you would expect from a five-star hotel – the perfect way to discover China’s ancient treasures.

Watch the world go by from your cabin, take advantage of the fantastic range of on-board facilities and enjoy spectacular entertainment in the evening – the ultimate river cruise experience. All cabins have private balconies, phone, TV and minibar.

On board you will find a range of facilities including an elegant restaurant, bar, ballroom, gym, sauna and beauty salon. In the daytime be sure to marvel at the wondrous sights of the Yangtze and by night enjoy live entertainment to end the evening in style.

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MV Chernishevsky

MV Chernishevsky

Join on board the impressive MV Chernishevsky and explore the delights of the Russia’s wonderful waterways. Sailing from St Petersberg to Moscow, there’s so much to enjoy on board... With fascinating ports of call by day, evening entertainment and a comfortable cabin to retire to at night, it’s the perfect way to explore
this proud, magnificent nation. All cabins are air-conditioned and offer superb views of the Russian waterways.

Welcome cocktail reception and farewell dinner with the captain.
Diverse entertainment including live music and dancing.
Russian language lessons - with the chance to practice!.
Play board games with your new-found friends.
Relax in your comfortable cabin, with fantastic views.
On board post office - drop your loved ones a line.
Enjoy a delicious meal in the restaurant, with a variety of tempting options to choose from.

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MV Esmeralda

MV Esmeralda

The Danube is a beautiful river to cruise along, and what better way to appreciate this picturesque waterway than aboard the MV Esmeralda. Offering quality and modern accommodation for over 100 passengers, we're delighted to welcome you on board this elegant ship as we visit the Historic Capitals of the Danube. The three-star MV Esmeralda is a firm favourite with Shearings customers.

While on board the Esmeralda you’ll enjoy fantastic views, a comfortable cabin and the very best of company. The service provided by the staff on the ship is second to none – nothing’s too much trouble for them, so you’ll be able to sit back, relax and make the most of your time away.
Just imagine it now... a pleasantly cool breeze gently blowing against your face, the air crisp and fresh as lush greenery, picturesque villages and dramatic mountain scenes passing you by as you gently meander along the Danube to reach its many and varied fascinating ports of call. We know the best places to take you and the best sights to show you – this is a holiday that’s all about awe-inspiring natural beauty, total comfort and relaxation on board your ship and, above all else, really enjoying, yourself.

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MV Virginia

MV Virginia

If you’re looking for a quality cruise experience but on a more intimate scale, you must consider the MV Virginia, like many of our passengers have already. It’s a warm and inviting ship, perfect for the gentle waterways of the Rhine and Moselle with its many sights. What’s more, friendly and welcoming atmosphere on board means you’re likely to make new friends once you set sail.

You can enjoy life on board the three-star MV Virginia at your own pace. The laid-back, leisurely atmosphere provides the perfect environment to relax, unwind and really enjoy your holiday. There are ample places on board for you to simply sit back, relax and watch the world go by and the dining room offers a delightfully intimate atmosphere.

So just sit back, relax and let the world gently drift past as you take in the breathtaking views afforded to you by the Rhine and Moselle rivers. Our friendly, attentive staff will be on hand to take care of everything for you, leaving you to admire the ever-changing scenery in comfort and style. For a relaxing, intimate cruise amid wonderful natural scenery, the MV Virginia is hard to beat.

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Viking Princess

Viking Princess

Viking Princess offers modern comfortable accommodation to give you an enjoyable Nile Cruise experience. The emphasis on board is very much on creating an intimate and friendly ambience with spacious interiors and modern furnishings. As with all our boats the service is warm and friendly ensuring an enjoyable cruise on the Nile.

The main restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner is situated on the middle deck. There is a lounge bar on the upper deck whilst up on the large sun deck there is a delightful pool and bar with sunbeds and chairs in a canopied area in which you can relax and enjoy the beauty of the Nile. Facilities onboard include: Restaurant, lounge bar, gift shop, large sundeck, plunge pool, deck bar. All the new modern 50 air-conditioned cabins face out over the Nile, measuring 16 square metres and with twin beds, en suite facilities, hairdryer, fridge, safety deposit box and plasma TV.

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Diamond Jubilee Highland Experience

MV Ocean Countess

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Baltic Discovery

Costa neoRomantica

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Italy, Greece, Turkey, Croatia

MSC Divina

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Adventure of the Seas

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Cruise Break

Queen Victoria

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Cruise Break

Queen Mary 2

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Western Mediterranean, Roundtrip Barcelona

Norwegian Epic

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Norwegian Jade

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Holy Land

Celebrity Silhouette

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Transatlantic From Barcelona to Miami

Norwegian Epic

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Journey

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Spain And France

Journey

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