Spain’s ‘Green Coast’- Historic Honfleur
- La Rochelle
- The rooftops of Oporto
Delightful France, Spain and Portugal
Spirit of Discovery departing Portsmouth
from
£4,112 per person
12 nights
27th April 2026
Including optional travel insurance or a price reduction of £27 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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Visit the coastal gems of Portugal, Spain and France
Discover the coastal charms of Portugal, Spain and France on this all-inclusive cruise to Europe in 2026. A wealth of iconic landmarks can be seen in Portugal, from Lisbon’s UNESCO-listed Jeronimos Monastery to the neoclassical Stock Exchange in Oporto, where an extended visit provides more time to explore. On the Galician coast of Spain visit the fishing port of Vigo, a modern city with a historic heart, and on the ‘Green Coast’, discover Santander, with its white-sand beaches and mix of old and new.
Trace the coast towards France and from La Pallice, from where you can visit La Rochelle, whose distinctive buildings with limestone facades have earned it the nickname, the ‘White City’. On Brittany’s Finistere Peninsula, the modern city of Brest has a rich seafaring past and offers a gateway to medieval Locronan, an attractive little town brimming with character and charm. While Honfleur is a typical Normandy coastal town, dating back to the 14th century. Highlights here include the picturesque Old Dock, lively harbour and the 15th-century, wooden church St Catherine’s.
Itinerary
Embark Spirit of Discovery.
Depart 1700.
Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
The sprawling city of Lisbon is spread across seven hills. It boasts two UNESCO-listed sites: Jeronimos Monastery, where Vasco da Gama is entombed and Bélem Tower, built in his honour. Close by is the charming town of Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site on account of its 19th-century romantic architecture.
Included excursion
See more of Lisbon on a choice of included excursion.
Optional excursions
Wander on foot through Lisbon’s downtown area to see the city’s historic architecture, capture Arrabida Natural Park and visit the Azeitao Winery.
Arrive 0900. Depart 2100.
From Leixoes, visit the ancient city of Oporto. It is set beside the Douro River which has served as the lifeblood of the city for centuries. On one bank lies Villa Nova de Gaia’s port wine lodges, which produce the city’s famous fortified wine, while on the other is the UNESCO-listed Ribeira old town. Cobbled streets climb the steep hillside which is crammed with historic buildings, including the 12th-century cathedral, neoclassical Stock Exchange and Manueline-style Church of Santa Clara. The wooden Rabelo cargo boats, which once ferried barrels of port now carry sightseers along the river – the Ponte Dom Luis I bridge offers a good vantage point from which to appreciate the entire riverscape.
Included excursion
See some of the highlights of Oporto’s surroundings on an included excursion.
Optional excursions
Head to Oporto and explore the city by Tuk Tuk or see the sights from the water aboard a Rabelo boat.
Arrive 0800. Depart 2100.
Vigo is a major fishing port, set in the wine-growing region of Rias Baixas on Spain’s Galician coast. This modern city has a historic quarter, Casco Vello, whose central square is the arcaded Plaza de la Constitución.
Included excursion
Explore your surroundings on an included excursion.
Optional excursion
Take the opportunity to visit UNESCO-listed Santiago de Compostela which is a treasure trove of Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque buildings – the greatest of which is easily the 11th-century cathedral thought to enshrine St James the Apostle.
Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
A jewel on Spain’s verdant ‘Green Coast’, Santander has long been a popular seaside resort thanks to its white-sand beaches. Discover Santander’s mix of old and new. Of special note are the Palacio de la Magdalena, the royal summer palace built in the early 1900s which houses an interesting art collection, the 13th-century Cathedral de la Asuncion, the unusual capsule-shaped Centro Botin art museum, and the Paseo de Pereda y Calle Castellar promenade park, which is lined with Baroque-inspired houses.
Included excursion
An included excursion offers an introduction to the city.
Optional excursion
Travel to historic Santillana del Mar to discover its Romanesque architecture and 12th-century abbey.
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
From La Pallice, visit the ‘White City’ of La Rochelle, so-called for the limestone facades of its many historic buildings which gleam in the sun. Echoes of its significance as a major port up until the 17th century are evident in the three 14th-century fortified towers that guard the historic harbour. The old town is a charming combination of arcaded walkways, half-timbered houses and Renaissance architecture.
Included excursion
An included excursion takes you to explore La Rochelle.
Optional excursion
Join an optional excursion to visit Ile De Re Island.
Arrive 0900. Depart 2000.
Set in a natural harbour on Brittany’s Finistere Peninsula, the naval port of Brest is a modern city with a strong seafaring past. Under German occupation the port was a major U-boat base and whilst many of the city’s older buildings did not survive the war, the Château de Brest still dominates the mouth of River Penfeld. The medieval tower of Tour Tanguy stands opposite the Chateau while modern sights include the Pont de I’lroise cable bridge and the sprawling Oceanopolis aquarium. From here, visit medieval Locronan, an attractive little town brimming with character and charm.
Included excursion
Visit medieval Locronan on an included excursion.
Optional excursion
Discover the half-timbered houses and twin spires of the Gothic Cathedral in medieval Quimper.
Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.
Arrive 0700. Depart 1700.
Honfleur is a typical Normandy coastal town, dating back to the 14th century. Among the highlights of the town are the picturesque Old Dock, with its two-storey stone dwellings, and the 15th-century, wooden church St Catherine’s. Honfleur inspired artists such as Boudin, Monet, Dufy, Duborg and Friesz and some of their finest work is displayed in the local museum.
Included excursion
An included walking tour will reveal some of the highlights.
Optional excursions
Visit the medieval city of Rouen.
Arrive 0700.
Disembark Spirit of Discovery after breakfast.
from
£4,112 per person
12 nights
27th April 2026
Including optional travel insurance or a price reduction of £27 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.
Spirit of Discovery
2019
Year built
987
Guest capacity (maximum)
540
Ship crew
Britannia Lounge
Relax in comfort with a drink, and admire the spectacular panoramic views.
Enjoy fine dining
Enjoy world-class cuisine at no extra cost in a choice of four restaurants.
Spa
Indulge yourself with a spa treatment in one of our six treatment rooms.
The Library
A booklover’s paradise combined with an artisanal coffee-shop, it's the perfect spot to research your next port of call.
Time for you
Take advantage of tailored exercise regimes and bespoke one-to-one fitness sessions with our health and wellbeing expert.
Daily afternoon tea
Indulge with a sumptuous selection of sweet treats at the daily afternoon tea.
The Terrace
This elegant ‘secret’ garden area is the perfect setting to enjoy the fresh air any time of the day.
from
£4,112 per person
12 nights
27th April 2026
Including optional travel insurance or a price reduction of £27 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.