Summer Escapes: From the North Sea to the Iberian Peninsula
Route Map
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Oslo
Norway
Explore the Viking Ship Museum's 1,200-year-old burial vessels and sail through the stunning Oslofjord's archipelago of forested islands.
Arrive
2027-07-19 00:00:00
Depart
2027-07-19 18:00:00
Day 2
Mandal
Norway
Wander cobblestone streets lined with charming white wooden buildings that transport you to Norway's best-preserved 18th-century coastal town.
Arrive
2027-07-20 12:30:00
Depart
2027-07-20 18:00:00
Day 3
🌊 At Sea
Day 4
Oostende (Ostend)
Belgium
Stroll the elegant belle époque seafront promenade lined with art deco architecture and Belgian chocolate shops overlooking the North Sea.
Arrive
2027-07-22 12:00:00
Depart
2027-07-22 18:30:00
Day 5
🌊 At Sea
Day 6
Brest
France
Explore the magnificent Maritime Museum housed in a reconstructed castle overlooking the harbor where French naval history comes alive.
Arrive
2027-07-24 07:30:00
Depart
2027-07-24 13:30:00
Day 7
Royan
France
Wander through striking Art Deco architecture and relax on pristine sandy beaches facing the Atlantic Ocean.
Arrive
2027-07-25 12:00:00
Depart
2027-07-25 19:30:00
Day 8
Santander
Spain
Wander through centuries of art and architecture in this Cantabrian gem, from Gothic cathedrals to world-class museums nestled against the Bay of Biscay.
Arrive
2027-07-26 12:00:00
Depart
2027-07-26 21:30:00
Day 9
Aviles
Spain
Wander through centuries-old medieval streets and discover stunning Gothic architecture in one of Spain's best-preserved historic port towns.
Arrive
2027-07-27 07:30:00
Depart
2027-07-27 18:00:00
Day 10
La Coruña
Spain
Marvel at the iconic Tower of Hercules, the world's oldest lighthouse still in use, standing sentinel over dramatic Atlantic cliffs.
Arrive
2027-07-28 07:00:00
Depart
2027-07-28 19:00:00
Day 11
Vigo
Spain
Wander through centuries-old granite streets in the medieval Old Town, where Galician culture and Atlantic seafood traditions come alive.
Arrive
2027-07-29 12:00:00
Depart
2027-07-29 20:00:00
Day 12
Figueira da Foz
Portugal
Wander the pristine Figueira Beach and climb the historic lighthouse for sweeping Atlantic views that define this charming Portuguese coastal gem.
Arrive
2027-07-30 07:00:00
Depart
2027-07-30 14:30:00
Day 13
Lisbon
Portugal
Ride the iconic yellow tram 28 through winding cobblestone streets and discover pastel-colored neighborhoods steeped in centuries of maritime history.
Arrive
2027-07-31 06:00:00
About This Cruise
<p>A microcosm of lush landscapes and characterful cities, the shores of the North Sea and the Atlantic Ocean invite you to enjoy the summer in a new way. From the Norwegian coastlines to the golden beaches of Portugal, walks and bike rides will punctuate this green break. Between strolls in the fresh air, experience a way of life: fascinating museums, culinary traditions, iconic pilgrimage sites – such as Santiago de Compostela –, and historic jewels all come together to form a coastline that features a thousand faces. Brittany, Cantabria, Astoria, Galicia: these emblematic regions reveal themselves to the pace of outdoor activities and cultural discoveries, lulled by the fresh air of the Atlantic.</p>
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