Germany's AIDA reveals hidden gems in their cruise offerings, cherished by in-the-know passengers
The popular cruise line, AIDA, has announced an array of exciting itineraries for the upcoming years, offering travellers a chance to explore various destinations across the globe. Here's a rundown of some of the most enticing journeys on offer.
Starting from November 9, 2025, the "AIDAmar" will embark on the transatlantic cruise "Great Winter Break Caribbean". This 43-day voyage will take passengers to nine stunning Caribbean islands, including Bonaire, St. Maarten, and Curacao. The journey concludes on December 22, 2025.
For those seeking a winter escape to the Canary Islands, the "Great Winter Break Canaries" route is a perfect choice. Departing on December 20, 2026, and ending on January 10, 2027, this cruise offers twelve ports of call, including Lisbon and Porto in Portugal. The cost per person is 2,520 Euro, with an early booking discount of 750 Euro per cabin available as of August 2025.
For those who wish to experience the Arctic Circle, the "AIDAluna" offers the "Highlights at the Arctic Circle" route. This adventure includes stops at Iceland, Honningsvåg near the North Cape, Leknes on the Lofoten Islands, Longyearbyen in Spitzbergen, and features the Midnight Sun. The current price is 3110 euros per person (as of August 2025).
In 2026, AIDA will resume its USA routes after a break. Details about the ports the "AIDA USA cruises" will call at next year are yet to be revealed.
The modernized "AIDAdiva" will be deployed for the World Cruise 2025/26, starting on November 10, 2025, and ending after a total of 133 days on March 23, 2026. This epic journey is bookable from 24,145 Euros per person (as of August 2025).
The "AIDAsol" will again undertake the World Cruise in 2026, lasting 126 days from October 18, 2026, to February 21, 2027, and is currently bookable from 18,495 Euros per person with an early booking discount of 4,000 Euros.
For those seeking a shorter cruise, the 21-day "Island & Greenland" route from Hamburg to Warnemünde, offered in 2026, includes stops at Icelandic ports, Greenland, and starts at 3295 Euro per person (as of August 2025).
In addition to these, AIDA offers several cruises departing from Warnemünde in 2026. These include the 15-day Baltic Sea cruise "Highlights of the North and Baltic Sea Coast 1" and the 8-day "Norway Fjords" cruise on AIDAdiva, as well as shorter trips like the 5-day "Short Trip to Gdansk & Bornholm" on AIDAmar. Prices vary depending on the cruise length and cabin type, with a 7-day Baltic Sea cruise starting at approximately €1,350 per person for an inside cabin and up to about €6,000 for suites.
Lastly, the "AIDAluna" will sail from Hamburg to the Canaries and back on the "Great Winter Break Canaries" route, with a total of twelve ports, including the Portuguese cities of Lisbon and Porto. The journey takes place over the holidays, starting on December 20, 2026, and ending on January 10, 2027.
With such a diverse range of itineraries, AIDA is set to make 2025-2026 an unforgettable year for cruise enthusiasts.
