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European Coastal Cruise: Portugal, Spain & France 2023

Departure date Apr 27 - May 05, 2023

9 days from $9,995 per person was $10,995

Limited to 148 guests

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Embark on a comprehensive western European adventure and enjoy rare experiences, such as a hike on Spain’s ancient Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route and exploration of the French epicurean region of Bordeaux. You also visit Bilbao’s modern Guggenheim, UNESCO-designated Mont-Saint-Michel and historic Brittany, before sailing under the Tower Bridge on the River Thames for a London finale.

A&K Advantages

  • Cruise for eight nights on an exclusively chartered, all-inclusive A&K expedition featuring treasures of Portugal, Spain and France
  • Experience the benefits of luxury small-ship expedition featuring no more than 148 guests and access to ports seldom visited by cruise ships, including Bordeaux and the coast of Brittany
  • Enjoy a choice of included A&K-led excursions in every port designed for a range of activity levels and interests, including everything from the epicurean to art and architecture to natural wonders
  • Savor wine tastings amid Europe’s most famed vineyards, including UNESCO-designated Porto and Bordeaux
  • Experience a rare opportunity to retrace an ancient pilgrimage route and visit Santiago de Compostela in Galicia, where you also enjoy tapas, and folkloric music and dance
  • Visit Basque Country and Bilbao’s stunning Guggenheim museum as well as its remarkable Paleolithic art Cave
  • Step back in time when you explore the magnificent fortress of the Mont Saint-Michel

Featured Experts

Lord Chartres
Lord Chartres
History & Cultural Lecturer

Distinguished scholar Lord Chartres is known for his fascinating lectures on history and the environment. He is a life peer in the House of Lords and has served as Bishop of London and Dean of Her Majesty’s Chapels Royal.

Paul Carter
Paul Carter
Cruise Director

Beloved for his warmth and charming British wit, Paul has served as an officer in the U.K. and Caribbean and an assistant purser and cruise director. He has travelled to more than 120 countries and counting.

Itinerary at a Glance

APR 27
Arrive Lisbon, Portugal
APR 28
Porto | Opulent City on the Rio Douro
APR 29
Cee & A Coruña, Spain | Camino de Santiago
APR 30
Santander & Bilbao | Shimmering Art in Basque Country
MAY 1
Bordeaux, France | Intoxicating French Art de Vivre
MAY 2
At Sea | Sailing Toward the Brittany Coast
MAY 3
Saint-Malo | Gateway to Le Mont Saint-Michel
MAY 4
At Sea | Cruising the English Channel
MAY 5
Depart London, England

Extend Your Journey

Lisbon Pre-Tour Extension 4 days from $2,995 per person Learn More
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A&K Travel and COVID-19

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A&K Travel and COVID-19

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Take 10 to Learn More About This Luxury Expedition Cruise | Watch a 10-minute video overview of this journey, narrated by the expert who helped design it. Watch Video >

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