P&O Drinks Packages 2026 Full Guide
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This P&O drinks packages 2026 full guide explains the options, prices and smart ways to use a drinks package on P&O Cruises in 2026. I’ll also share on-board tips, current prices in £ and examples from specific ships like P&O Iona, Ventura and Britannia. For Azura, continue with the ship-specific drinks menu and package-check guide.
A P&O drinks package can be worth it if you plan to drink multiple alcoholic drinks, cocktails or specialty coffees daily. In 2026 the Premium Drinks Package averages around £36–£42 per person per day; buy in advance for the best price and check drink limits and excluded items. For light drinkers the Soft Drinks or Tea & Coffee packages are a cheaper alternative.
P&O Cruises continues to offer tiered drink packages in 2026 to suit different passenger needs. The main packages available on most P&O ships this year are: the Premium Drinks Package, the Soft Drinks Package, and the Tea & Coffee Package. Some sailings also offer a specialist Wine Package for a selection of bottles or a Champagne add-on. The Premium Drinks Package typically covers alcoholic drinks up to a specified price (see price section), plus soft drinks and selected speciality coffees. Soft Drinks packages cover cans, fountain drinks and selected bottled soft drinks. The Tea & Coffee Package is aimed at coffee lovers and covers speciality coffees and hot drinks ordered in venues that charge a la carte.
P&O sets price caps and per-day pricing for their packages. The Premium package usually includes drinks up to a set price per glass. If you order a drink above the limit, you’ll pay the difference. Each package operates per person per day, and there may be limits on the number of drinks you can order at once (for example, a maximum of two alcoholic drinks per transaction). Packages are non-transferable between passengers and are typically charged for full cruise duration unless purchased as a day pass or shore excursion add-on in specific promotions.
Prices vary by ship, length of cruise and whether you buy before sailing. As of 2026, typical price ranges in £ for P&O packages are as follows: Premium Drinks Package: £36–£42 per person per day if bought in advance; onboard price can be higher, around £40–£46. Soft Drinks Package: £8–£12 per person per day. Tea & Coffee Package: £5–£8 per person per day. Wine packages or Champagne bottles vary widely — expect approximately £90–£120 for a curated 3-5 bottle wine pack, and Champagne bottle add-ons start at around £45–£60. Remember these are approximate 2026 UK prices and can be lower in promotional windows or bundled with deposit deals.
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