What is cruise travel insurance?
Whether you’re cruising around the world or setting sail across the Med, cruise holidays are great for soaking up plenty of sun, sights and culture. But it’s important to have the right travel insurance in place, just in case something happens while you’re at sea.
Most travel insurance plans don’t cover the types of activities and risks associated with cruises. These can include itinerary issues, such as missing a scheduled port stop or missing out on a planned excursion due to injury or illness.
Why choose Sainsbury’s Bank Travel Insurance?
With our travel insurance and cruise cover you’ll get:
- Up to 20% off if you’re a Nectar member. Exclusions apply*
- Access to a 24-hour helpline in case of medical emergencies while you’re away
- Compensation if your cruise ship can’t make a scheduled port stop
- A choice between three levels of cover – Silver, Gold and Platinum
How does cruise holiday insurance work?
Only available on our Single Trip policies, it’s easy to add before you get a quote. Just let us know at the start of your online or phone application that you need it.
We’ll tailor your plan based on how long you’re going for and the countries you’re visiting. It’s also important you let us know about any pre-existing medical conditions. If you don’t, future claims may be rejected, and payouts reduced.
Rates and cover limits vary by policy.
Cruise with confidence
When you choose Sainsbury’s Bank Travel Insurance and include cruise cover, you can relax knowing we have you covered.
Covid-19 Cover
Covid-19 cover is included as standard on all of our policies. Don’t forget to check the latest Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) and local government travel advice before you go. You won’t be covered if you travel against it.
For full details of the Covid-19 cover provided on new and existing policies take a look at our policy booklet.
| Covid-19 Cover | Silver (up to) | Gold (up to) | Platinum (up to) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical emergency and repatriation expenses | £10 million | £15 million | Unlimited |
| Cancellation and cutting short your trip | £3,000 | £5,000 | £7,500 |
What else is included in our cruise cover?
We offer three levels of Single Trip insurance – Silver, Gold and Platinum. And once you’ve added cruise cover, you’ll also get the following:
Cover |
Silver |
Gold |
Platinum |
|---|---|---|---|
| Missed port | £50 per port up to £500 | £75 per port up to £750 | £100 per port up to £1,000 |
| Cabin confinement | £50 per 24 hours up to £250 | £75 per 24 hours up to £375 | £100 per 24 hours up to £500 |
| Unused excursions | £300 | £500 | £750 |
| Increased personal baggage limits | £2,500 | £3,000 | £3,500 |
| Valuables limit | £500 | £500 | £500 |
Please see our policy documents for more information about what’s included in our Single Trip policy. Limits and excesses may apply.
Making a claim
To make a cruise travel insurance claim you must provide us with, where appropriate:
- The tour operator’s booking invoice or other evidence of your trip
- Confirmation of confinement to your cabin by the ship’s medical officer due to a medical condition
- Written confirmation from the cruise operator or tour operator stating the reason and number of missed ports
Need to talk to us?
If you have questions about our cruise cover, or anything else related to our travel insurance, get in touch with our friendly team.
Call 0345 305 2621.
Sales and service lines are open 9am-5pm Monday to Friday. Closed weekend and Bank Holidays. Calls may be monitored or recorded. Calls are charged at local rates from landlines and mobiles.
Terms and Conditions
* Up to 20% discount applies when you tell us your Nectar card number. Discount does not apply to premiums for pre-existing medical conditions or enhanced gadget cover. You won't be eligible if you buy through a price comparison website. We reserve the right to change or cancel this offer without notice
Sainsbury’s Bank Travel Insurance is underwritten by Great Lakes Insurance UK Limited. Great Lakes Insurance UK Limited is a company incorporated in England and Wales with company number 13436330 and whose registered office address is 10 Fenchurch Avenue, London, United Kingdom, EC3M 5BN. Great Lakes Insurance UK Limited is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority. Firm Reference Number 955859. You can check this on the Financial Services Register by visiting; register.fca.org.uk.
Sainsbury’s Bank Travel Insurance is sold and administered by Hood Travel Limited, registered at Companies House 08318836. Hood Travel is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority under registration number 597211. Hood Travel Limited’s registered address is at 2nd Floor, Decora Court, Tylers Avenue, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 2BB.