9-Day Atlantic Europe: Normandy, Bordeaux & Portugal
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9-night voyage departing Rotterdam, arriving Lisbon.
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9-Day Atlantic Europe: Normandy, Bordeaux & Portugal
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Day 1
Rotterdam , Netherlands
Sunday, 22/10/2028
Rotterdam is a city that's a long way removed from most people's stereotypical notion of the Netherlands. There are few, if any, canals to be found here nor are there any quaint windmills. There is, however, a thriving modern city which is one of the busiest ports in the entire world.
Day 2
Zeebrugge , Belgium
Monday, 23/10/2028
In 1895 work began to construct a new seaport and harbour next to the tiny village of Zeebrugge, situated on the North Sea coast. Today the fast-expanding port of Zeebrugge is one of the busiest in Europe and its marina is Belgium’s most important fishing port. Many attempts were made to destroy this important port during both World Wars. Zeebrugge is ideally located for discovering the historic city of Bruges, and delightful seaside resorts with long sandy beaches can be visited by using the trams that run the whole length of the Belgian coast. Please note that no food may be taken ashore in Belgium. We shall not be offering shuttle buses to Bruges, but you may visit the city on an optional excursion: those visiting Bruges should note that there may be quite a long walk from the coach to the town centre.
Day 3
Portsmouth , England
Tuesday, 24/10/2028
Portsmouth is one of the most densely populated cities in Southern England, and is unusual as most of its built-up area occupies Portsea Island, linked to the mainland by road and rail bridges. Although there is a Roman fort at nearby Portchester, occupied later by the Saxons and Normans, there was no settlement on the site of Portsmouth at the time of the 1086 Domesday Book. The town developed in medieval times and received its first charter in 1194 from King Richard I; soon afterwards it became a major naval base. It has the world’s oldest dry dock, and is home to several famous ships, including HMS Victory, HMS Warrior and the Mary Rose, raised from the Solent in 1982. Portsmouth remains an important naval base and is home to a large proportion of the British service fleet. The waterfront area is now dominated by the Spinnaker Tower, 560 feet high, the United Kingdom’s tallest building outside London. Other things to see in the city include the house where Charles Dickens was born, and the City Museum, which contains a permanent exhibition devoted to another famous writer, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, who lived in the town.
Day 4
Cherbourg , France
Wednesday, 25/10/2028
Originally a little fishing village, Cherbourg has developed into a historic port designed by Vauban. This was also a strategic naval port during the Napoleonic wars; there is a marina with over 1000 moorings. “Cap de la Hague” is to the West and the “Pointe de Barfleur” to the East. This port, which belongs to Normandy, is a region that has provided inspiration for countless artists and writers, and is the land of apple orchards and rolling farmland dotted with villages of half-timbered houses. Boasting a wealth of abbeys and châteaux, as well as a superb coastline, it offers something for everyone. Cherbourg was also the first stop of RMS Titanic after it left Southampton, England. On 19 June 1864, the naval engagement between USS Kearsarge and CSS Alabama took place off Cherbourg. The Battle of Cherbourg, fought in June 1944 following the Normandy Invasion, ended with the capture of Cherbourg on June 30.
Day 6
Le Verdon-sur-Mer , France
Friday, 27/10/2028
Situated on the Garonne River, 70 miles (113 km) inland from the Atlantic, Bordeaux's origin can be traced back to the 3rd century when it was Aquitaine's Roman capital called Burdigala. From 1154 to 1453, the town prospered under the rule of the English, whose fondness for the region's red wines gave impetus to the local wine industry. At various times, Bordeaux even served as the nation's capital: in 1870, at the beginning of World War I, and for two weeks in 1940 before the Vichy government was proclaimed. Bordeaux's neo-classical architecture, wide avenues and well-tended public squares and parks lend the city a certain grandeur. Excellent museums, an imposing cathedral and a much-praised theatre add to the city's attractions. The principal highlights, clustered around the town centre, can easily be explored on foot.
Day 7
Bilbao , Spain
Saturday, 28/10/2028
Time in Bilbao (Bilbo, in Euskera) may be recorded as BG or AG (Before Guggenheim or After Guggenheim). Never has a single monument of art and architecture so radically changed a city. Frank Gehry's stunning museum, Norman Foster's sleek subway system, the Santiago Calatrava glass footbridge and airport, the leafy César Pelli Abandoibarra park and commercial complex next to the Guggenheim, and the Philippe Starck AlhóndigaBilbao cultural center have contributed to an unprecedented cultural revolution in what was once the industry capital of the Basque Country.Greater Bilbao contains almost 1 million inhabitants, nearly half the total population of the Basque Country. Founded in 1300 by Vizcayan noble Diego López de Haro, Bilbao became an industrial center in the mid-19th century, largely because of the abundance of minerals in the surrounding hills. An affluent industrial class grew up here, as did the working class in suburbs that line the Margen Izquierda (Left Bank) of the Nervión estuary.Bilbao's new attractions get more press, but the city's old treasures still quietly line the banks of the rust-color Nervión River. The Casco Viejo (Old Quarter)—also known as Siete Calles (Seven Streets)—is a charming jumble of shops, bars, and restaurants on the river's Right Bank, near the Puente del Arenal bridge. This elegant proto-Bilbao nucleus was carefully restored after devastating floods in 1983. Throughout the Casco Viejo are ancient mansions emblazoned with family coats of arms, wooden doors, and fine ironwork balconies. The most interesting square is the 64-arch Plaza Nueva, where an outdoor market is pitched every Sunday morning.Walking the banks of the Nervión is a satisfying jaunt. After all, this was how—while out on a morning jog—Guggenheim director Thomas Krens first discovered the perfect spot for his project, nearly opposite the right bank's Deusto University. From the Palacio de Euskalduna upstream to the colossal Mercado de la Ribera, parks and green zones line the river. César Pelli's Abandoibarra project fills in the half mile between the Guggenheim and the Euskalduna bridge with a series of parks, the Deusto University library, the Meliá Bilbao Hotel, and a major shopping center.On the left bank, the wide, late-19th-century boulevards of the Ensanche neighborhood, such as Gran Vía (the main shopping artery) and Alameda de Mazarredo, are the city's more formal face. Bilbao's cultural institutions include, along with the Guggenheim, a major museum of fine arts (the Museo de Bellas Artes) and an opera society (Asociación Bilbaína de Amigos de la Ópera, or ABAO) with 7,000 members from Spain and southern France. In addition, epicureans have long ranked Bilbao's culinary offerings among the best in Spain. Don't miss a chance to ride the trolley line, the Euskotram, for a trip along the river from Atxuri Station to Basurto's San Mamés soccer stadium, reverently dubbed "la Catedral del Fútbol" (the Cathedral of Football).
Day 9
Porto , Portugal
Monday, 30/10/2028
Lively, commercial Oporto is the second largest city in Portugal after Lisbon. Also called Porto for short, the word easily brings to mind the city's most famous product - port wine. Oporto's strategic location on the north bank of the Douro River has accounted for the town's importance since ancient times. The Romans built a fort here where their trading route crossed the Douro, and the Moors brought their own culture to the area. Oporto profited from provisioning crusaders en route to the Holy Land and enjoyed the riches from Portuguese maritime discoveries during the 15th and 16th centuries. Later, port wine trade with Britain compensated for the loss of the spice trade and the end of gold and gem shipments from Brazil. In the 19th century, the city went through a period of new prosperity with the rise of industries. In its wake followed the building of workers' quarters and opulent residences. Since the declaration of Oporto as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, the city aims to build up a cultural reference that will provide it with a new image, based on deep historical roots. Among the attractions that make Oporto such an interesting place are its graceful bridges spanning the Douro River, a picturesque riverfront quarter and, most notable, its world-famous port wine lodges. Although Oporto is a bustling centre and home to many different businesses, the source of its greatest fame is the rich, sweet fortified red wine we know as port.
Day 10
Lisbon , Portugal
Tuesday, 31/10/2028
Set on seven hills on the banks of the River Tagus, Lisbon has been the capital of Portugal since the 13th century. It is a city famous for its majestic architecture, old wooden trams, Moorish features and more than twenty centuries of history. Following disastrous earthquakes in the 18th century, Lisbon was rebuilt by the Marques de Pombal who created an elegant city with wide boulevards and a great riverfront and square, Praça do Comércio. Today there are distinct modern and ancient sections, combining great shopping with culture and sightseeing in the Old Town, built on the city's terraced hillsides. The distance between the ship and your tour vehicle may vary. This distance is not included in the excursion grades.
Room Type & Prices
All prices per person based on double occupancy. Solo traveller prices — single occupancy. Contact our cruise experts for the latest availability and best fares.
Inside
143–225 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Spa Inside
143–225 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Ocean View
175–282 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Family Ocean View
222–231 sqft · Up to 5 guests
Single Ocean View
127–172 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Obstructed Verandah
228–405 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Verandah
228–405 sqft · Up to 3 guests
Aft-View Verandah
228–405 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Spa Verandah
228–405 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Vista Suite
260–356 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Aft-View Vista Suite
260–356 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Signature Suite
393–400 sqft · Up to 3 guests
Neptune Suite
465–502 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Neptune Spa Suite
465–502 sqft · Up to 3 guests
Inside
| Cabin | Grade | Per Person | Avail. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inside · 143–225 sqft | N Interior Stateroom (N) | Enquire → | ||
| L Interior Stateroom (L) | Enquire → | |||
| K Interior Stateroom (K) | Enquire → | |||
| J Interior Stateroom (J) | Enquire → | |||
| I Large or Standard Interior Stateroom | Enquire → | |||
| Spa Inside · 143–225 sqft | IQ Interior Stateroom (Spa) | Enquire → |
Inside · 143–225 sqft
N Interior Stateroom (N)
Inside · 143–225 sqft
L Interior Stateroom (L)
Inside · 143–225 sqft
K Interior Stateroom (K)
Inside · 143–225 sqft
J Interior Stateroom (J)
Inside · 143–225 sqft
I Large or Standard Interior Stateroom
Spa Inside · 143–225 sqft
IQ Interior Stateroom (Spa)
Oceanview
| Cabin | Grade | Per Person | Avail. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean View · 175–282 sqft | F Large Ocean View Stateroom (F) | Enquire → | ||
| E Large Ocean View Stateroom (E) | Enquire → | |||
| D Large Ocean View Stateroom (D) | Enquire → | |||
| C Large Ocean View Stateroom (C) | Enquire → | |||
| Family Ocean View · 222–231 sqft | FB Large Family Ocean View Stateroom (FB) | Enquire → | ||
| FA Large Family Ocean View Stateroom (FA) | Enquire → | |||
| Single Ocean View · 127–172 sqft | OO | Enquire → |
Ocean View · 175–282 sqft
F Large Ocean View Stateroom (F)
Ocean View · 175–282 sqft
E Large Ocean View Stateroom (E)
Ocean View · 175–282 sqft
D Large Ocean View Stateroom (D)
Ocean View · 175–282 sqft
C Large Ocean View Stateroom (C)
Family Ocean View · 222–231 sqft
FB Large Family Ocean View Stateroom (FB)
Family Ocean View · 222–231 sqft
FA Large Family Ocean View Stateroom (FA)
Single Ocean View · 127–172 sqft
OO
Balcony
| Cabin | Grade | Per Person | Avail. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obstructed Verandah · 228–405 sqft | VH Verandah Stateroom (Partially Obstructed) | Enquire → | ||
| Verandah · 228–405 sqft | VF Verandah Stateroom (VF) | Enquire → | ||
| VE Verandah Stateroom (VE) | Enquire → | |||
| VD Verandah Stateroom (VD) | Enquire → | |||
| VC Verandah Stateroom (VC) | Enquire → | |||
| VB Verandah Stateroom (VB) | Enquire → | |||
| VA Verandah Stateroom (VA) | Enquire → | |||
| V Verandah Stateroom (V) | Enquire → | |||
| Aft-View Verandah · 228–405 sqft | VS Aft-View Vista Suite | Enquire → | ||
| Spa Verandah · 228–405 sqft | VQ Verandah Spa Stateroom | Enquire → |
Obstructed Verandah · 228–405 sqft
VH Verandah Stateroom (Partially Obstructed)
Verandah · 228–405 sqft
VF Verandah Stateroom (VF)
Verandah · 228–405 sqft
VE Verandah Stateroom (VE)
Verandah · 228–405 sqft
VD Verandah Stateroom (VD)
Verandah · 228–405 sqft
VC Verandah Stateroom (VC)
Verandah · 228–405 sqft
VB Verandah Stateroom (VB)
Verandah · 228–405 sqft
VA Verandah Stateroom (VA)
Verandah · 228–405 sqft
V Verandah Stateroom (V)
Aft-View Verandah · 228–405 sqft
VS Aft-View Vista Suite
Spa Verandah · 228–405 sqft
VQ Verandah Spa Stateroom
Suite
| Cabin | Grade | Per Person | Avail. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vista Suite · 260–356 sqft | BC Vista Suite (BC) | Enquire → | ||
| B Vista Suite (B) | Enquire → | |||
| A Vista Suite (A) | Enquire → | |||
| Aft-View Vista Suite · 260–356 sqft | AS | Enquire → | ||
| Signature Suite · 393–400 sqft | SY Signature Suite (SY) | Enquire → | ||
| SS Signature Suite (SS) | Enquire → | |||
| Neptune Suite · 465–502 sqft | SC Neptune Suite (SC) | Enquire → | ||
| SB Neptune Suite (SB) | Enquire → | |||
| SA Neptune Suite (SA) | Enquire → | |||
| Neptune Spa Suite · 465–502 sqft | SQ Neptune Suite (Spa) | Enquire → |
Vista Suite · 260–356 sqft
BC Vista Suite (BC)
Vista Suite · 260–356 sqft
B Vista Suite (B)
Vista Suite · 260–356 sqft
A Vista Suite (A)
Aft-View Vista Suite · 260–356 sqft
AS
Signature Suite · 393–400 sqft
SY Signature Suite (SY)
Signature Suite · 393–400 sqft
SS Signature Suite (SS)
Neptune Suite · 465–502 sqft
SC Neptune Suite (SC)
Neptune Suite · 465–502 sqft
SB Neptune Suite (SB)
Neptune Suite · 465–502 sqft
SA Neptune Suite (SA)
Neptune Spa Suite · 465–502 sqft
SQ Neptune Suite (Spa)
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