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Arabic architecture in Tunis- A Minoan fresco in Crete
- Hadrian’s Gate, Antalya
- The Acropolis of Rhodes
Legends of the Eastern Mediterranean
Spirit of Adventure departing Portsmouth
from
£6,799 per person
24 nights
20th January 2025
Including optional travel insurance or a price reduction of £87 if not requiredHow our discounts work
Read moreHow our discounts work
On all cruises we set aside a number of cabins within each level at a discounted fare, with the highest discount of 35% for ocean cruises and 25% for river cruises available on selected levels. These cabins are sold on a first come, first served basis. As cabins are sold, the discount begins to reduce, and continues to reduce until those selected cabins are sold.
This means that the earlier you book, the higher the chance of securing a greater discount. Our price panels clearly show the full cruise price, along with the current discount fare.
Please note: During busy periods for holiday bookings, the early booking discount can reduce rapidly. We recommend that you book early to benefit from the best booking discounts and to secure your preferred cabin.
When promoting new cruises for the first time, we contact customers on our Advanced Registration list first, allowing then to secure the cabin of their choice and benefit from the best savings. Our brochures are then sent out to loyalty club members first, followed by past cruise goers and then everyone else.
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No fly
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Chauffeur service
Discover a region rich in culture and heritage…
Avoid the heat and crowds of high summer on this all-inclusive cruise to the eastern Mediterranean in 2025. Contrast the natural landmark of Gibraltar with Malta’s ‘Golden City’ of Valletta, shaped by the Knights of St John. Medieval Limassol and the archaeological treasures of Paphos await you on the island of Cyprus.
While in Turkey the architectural remnants from the Ottoman era can be seen throughout the streets of Antalya. Cruise to the Greek islands of Rhodes and Crete to delve further into the legacies left by ancient civilisations. See the UNESCO-listed sights of Palermo and Tunis, the colourful capital of North Africa’s smallest country. Explore the lively souks and medinas before cruising on to Cádiz, founded by the ancient seafaring Phoenicians.
Your six included panoramic excursions will be in
- Gibraltar
- Valletta, Malta
- Limassol, Cyprus
- Rhodes Town, Greece
- Palermo, Italy
- Cádiz, Spain.
Joining you on board...
Looking out for whales with ORCA
You’ll be joined by wildlife experts from ORCA, the foremost European whale and dolphin conservation charity, who are devoted to studying marine wildlife and protecting it for future generations. Look forward to the chance to spot whales, dolphins, seabirds and an array of other wildlife out on deck throughout your voyage, the perfect vantage point to view and learn more about wildlife in their natural habitat.
Itinerary
Portsmouth
Embark Spirit of Adventure.
Depart 1700.
Gibraltar
Arrive 0800. Depart 1600.
Watching over the entrance to the Mediterranean, stands the unmistakable limestone Rock of Gibraltar. At its base lies Gibraltar which is connected to the end of the Iberian Peninsula by a sandy isthmus and offers an intriguing blend of British and Spanish culture. Discover Gibraltar’s Palladian architecture and typically British sights, such as red pillar boxes and familiar high street chains, during an included panoramic excursion.
Alternatively, visit the military museum or ascend the limestone monolith by cable car for panoramic views and to meet the mischievous Barbary macaques. From the top of the Rock you can look out over two continents: Africa lies just 13 miles to the south, whilst Europe stretches to the north.
Included excursion
Uncover Gibraltar’s quirky British charm on an included panoramic excursion.
Optional excursion
Go in search of dolphins and other marine life in Gibraltar’s bay or take a stroll around the Alameda gardens.
Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.
Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.
Valletta, Malta
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Cruise into the Grand Harbour of Valletta, which is overlooked by forts built by the Knights of St John in the 16th century. The surrounding UNESCO-listed streets exude old-world charm at every turn. An included panoramic excursion will reveal more of the island's scenery.
Included excursion
Enjoy an included panoramic island tour.
Optional excursions
Visit the ‘Silent City’ of Mdina or even head underground to the Byzantine-era Catacombs of St Paul.
Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.
Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.
Limassol, Cyprus
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
With a core full of character and an eastern resort area that has been popular with holidaymakers for decades, Limassol offers visitors a little bit of history, a lot of modern comfort and access to many of the island’s must-see attractions. It was at Limassol Castle that Lionhearted King Richard I of England married Queen Berengaria following his impromptu invasion of Cyprus in 1191. Surrounding the castle, you’ll find a medieval centre of pedestrianised streets, ancient mosques, Greek Orthodox churches and boutique-lined boulevards.
From Limassol you can explore the archaeological sites of Kourion and Kolossi, or venture further afield to Paphos, home to the UNESCO-listed Tombs of the Kings.
Included excursion
Explore your surroundings on an included panoramic excursion.
Paphos ⚓, Cyprus
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Once the ancient capital of Cyprus, Paphos is a well-contained city where historic ruins sit alongside the amenities of a modern resort. Lying on the south-west coast, the city's warm climate is tempered by cooling sea breezes. There is a wealth of archaeological treasures nearby, including the Tombs of the Kings – an ancient necropolis where approximately 100 Ptolemaic aristocrats were buried, and Paphos castle, which dates from the Byzantine era.
⚓ Land by launch or tender.
Antalya, Turkey
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Situated at the foot of jagged mountains, overlooking the Mediterranean, Antalya is often referred to as the 'capital of Turkish tourism'. The old town, known as Kaleici, is an inviting warren of narrow lanes, punctuated by shops, and overlooked by Ottoman houses huddled against the city walls. Here you can see architectural remnants from previous occupations, including the 13th-century fluted minaret, the triple arched Hadrian's Gate built in 130AD, and the Hidirik Kulesi tower – reputed to be a former Roman lighthouse. The Archaeological Museum boasts extensive artefacts from the Bronze Age, through Roman rule and into the Ottoman era, and is often described as one of the country’s finest museums.
Rhodes Town, Rhodes
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
The island of Rhodes is a blend of ancient architecture and modern amenities. Its strategic position has been recognized since the fifth century BC, passing from Roman to Byzantine hands into possession of the Knights of St John of Jerusalem, the Ottomans, Italians, finally becoming part of Greece in 1948.
Rhodes Town was founded in 408 BC and has a rich history. Said to be the oldest inhabited medieval town in Europe, many of the historic buildings in the old town were built in the 14th and 15th centuries, whilst the new town features much Italianate architecture. Within the walled town is the long, cobbled 'Street of the Knights' where, in the 16th century, knights and visiting dignitaries could find a home-from-home and speak their native language in the Inns of the Tongues.
Included excursion
See more of the island on an included panoramic excursion.
Optional excursion
Visit Lindos acropolis, the ruins of an ancient citadel.
Heraklion, Crete
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Greece’s largest island boasts a rich history that can be traced back over 5,000 years. One of the ancient world’s most advanced civilisations, the Bronze Age Minoans, built an incredible palace labyrinth that thrived for 1,500 years. The Romans, Byzantines and Ottomans came next but it was the Venetians who have left a lasting impression on its capital Heraklion, best seen in the 16th-century walls which encircle the old town, the old harbour and the sea fortress of Koules Castle. The outstanding artefacts unearthed at the Palace of Knossos, the haunt of the mythical Minotaur, are displayed at Heraklion’s Archaeological Museum.
Optional excursions
Visit the nearby archaeological site of Knossos to marvel at the ancient Minoan culture’s legacy or explore traditional island villages for a glimpse of Cretan life.
Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.
Palermo, Sicily
Arrive 0830. Depart 1700.
Conquered time after time, Palermo is a great melting pot of cultural influences with an array of Arab, Byzantine and Norman architectural sights. Of special note is the 12th-century collection of the Royal Palace, Palatine Chapel, Zisa Palace and Palermo Cathedral, which have been given UNESCO World Heritage status. Head to Quattro Canti, a Baroque piazza in the city’s heart, to feel Palermo’s pulsating beat.
Included excursion
Look forward to an included panoramic excursion in Palermo.
La Goulette (for Tunis), Tunisia
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
From La Goulette, discover Tunis, the colourful capital of North Africa’s smallest country. A fusion of Berber and Arab cultures can be seen in the UNESCO-listed medina which was founded in the 8th century. Its labyrinthine alleyways contain some 700 monuments, including mosques, mausoleums and madrassas. Seek out the covered souks where stallholders barter over such goods as spices, fabrics and crafts. In the Bardo Museum, antiquities from nearby Carthage are showcased – it was once the Mediterranean’s greatest city until its destruction by the Romans during the third Punic War in 146BC.
Optional excursions
Visit the ruins of Carthage, a city that once surpassed Rome; visit Sidi Bou Said, a village of whitewashed houses decorated with blue-painted doors; or discover the secrets of traditional Tunisian cuisine.
Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.
Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.
Cádiz, Spain
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
3,000-year-old Cádiz is Western Europe’s oldest continually inhabited city since its founding by the ancient seafaring Phoenicians. It is strung along a peninsula, and was refortified in the 17th-century after the British attacked twice, nearly destroying the city. Key landmarks include the Baroque and neoclassical cathedral with its yellow dome and the adjoining El Sagarario, the Roman amphitheatre, Castillo de Santa Catalaina and the Torre Tavira – one of 129 watchtowers dotted throughout the city.
An included panoramic excursion offers a relaxing introduction to the city.
Included excursion
See some of the city’s attractions, both old and new, during an included panoramic excursion.
Optional excursions
Join a full day trip to Seville or explore Cádiz on a walking tour.
Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.
Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.
Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.
Portsmouth
Arrive 0730.
Disembark Spirit of Adventure after breakfast.
from
£6,799 per person
24 nights
20th January 2025
Including optional travel insurance or a price reduction of £87 if not requiredHow our discounts work
Read moreHow our discounts work
On all cruises we set aside a number of cabins within each level at a discounted fare, with the highest discount of 35% for ocean cruises and 25% for river cruises available on selected levels. These cabins are sold on a first come, first served basis. As cabins are sold, the discount begins to reduce, and continues to reduce until those selected cabins are sold.
This means that the earlier you book, the higher the chance of securing a greater discount. Our price panels clearly show the full cruise price, along with the current discount fare.
Please note: During busy periods for holiday bookings, the early booking discount can reduce rapidly. We recommend that you book early to benefit from the best booking discounts and to secure your preferred cabin.
When promoting new cruises for the first time, we contact customers on our Advanced Registration list first, allowing then to secure the cabin of their choice and benefit from the best savings. Our brochures are then sent out to loyalty club members first, followed by past cruise goers and then everyone else.
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Spirit of Adventure
2020
Year built
987
Guest capacity (maximum)
540
Ship crew
All inclusive
Enjoy an unlimited selection of drinks in all the on-board bars and lounges.
The Living Room
Relax in one of the many sociable spaces on the ship.
Spa
Look forward to included access to a range of wellbeing services.
Entertainment
Enjoy a colourful show in The Playhouse theatre.
Enjoy fine cuisine
Make the most of free-to-dine speciality restaurants.
The Dining Room
The main restaurant brings you the finest in British and international cuisine.
The Verandah
Dine with stunning alfresco views.
On board activities
Try shuffleboard and deck quoits, or play virtual golf at sea.
from
£6,799 per person
24 nights
20th January 2025
Including optional travel insurance or a price reduction of £87 if not requiredHow our discounts work
Read moreHow our discounts work
On all cruises we set aside a number of cabins within each level at a discounted fare, with the highest discount of 35% for ocean cruises and 25% for river cruises available on selected levels. These cabins are sold on a first come, first served basis. As cabins are sold, the discount begins to reduce, and continues to reduce until those selected cabins are sold.
This means that the earlier you book, the higher the chance of securing a greater discount. Our price panels clearly show the full cruise price, along with the current discount fare.
Please note: During busy periods for holiday bookings, the early booking discount can reduce rapidly. We recommend that you book early to benefit from the best booking discounts and to secure your preferred cabin.
When promoting new cruises for the first time, we contact customers on our Advanced Registration list first, allowing then to secure the cabin of their choice and benefit from the best savings. Our brochures are then sent out to loyalty club members first, followed by past cruise goers and then everyone else.