Cruise Description

Explore this 8-night Wine & Culture Voyage sailing from SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND to LISBON on Sep 3 2024

Southampton, England
Muse on voyages past as you sail in or out of Southampton (it was the departure point for the Mayflower in 1620 and the Titanic in 1912), or visit the nearby attractions of London, Bath, Stonehenge and Lands End.

At Sea
Spend the day sailing in style aboard your boutique hotel at sea. Indulge in a treatment at Sanctum Spa, stay ship shape with a class at our fitness center, or lounge the day away on our sunny pool deck.In the evening, savor inspired Italian cuisine at Aqualina, or relish in a classic steakhouse experience at Prime C. Plus, you’ll find plenty of exciting evening entertainment, from thrilling shows at Cabaret Lounge to intimate performances in the Living Room.

Bordeaux, France
Since the 14th century, Bordeaux’s fortunes have been tied to viticulture, resulting in a city of classical and neoclassical style, with monumental buildings and fine mansions financed by the almighty grape.

Bilbao, Spain
If Bilbao wasn't quite a household name, it was transformed with the opening of Frank Gehry's Guggenheim Museum in 1997; now it’s a tourist mecca and showcases the Basque love of food, wine and laughter.

Gijon, Spain
Follow the Cider Trail—a guided tour to some of the best cider houses and restaurants in the city—to get a taste for this important cultural tradition. Gijón has the distinct honor of having the largest number of bakeries per capita in all of Spain. It’s rumored that the best croissant in all the land can be found in this charming city as well.

La Coruna, Spain
You would be hard-pressed to find a city more shaped and impacted by the sea than La Coruna, Spain. Walk the eight-mile long promenade to see some of the city’s waterfront highlights like the Marina, the Millennium monument, and popular beaches—Orzán and Riazor. The sea also influences the cuisine with delectable fresh seafood like pulpo á feira (octopus and potatoes) and plenty of tapas can be found at bistros throughout the city.

Porto (leixoes), Portugal
At the mouth of the Rio Douro lies the city of Porto, known mostly for its port wine, but with origins dating back to the 5th century, there is plenty to see such as the Ribeira neighborhood along the river.

Lisbon, Portugal
Lisbon is one of the oldest cities in the world and its magnificent harbor made it a logical trading port as far back as the Phoenicians; today it’s renowned for an active culture of festivals, art and fashion.