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Corsica’s coastline- Gaudi’s Barcelona
- Monaco and its harbour
- Marseille, on the French Riviera
A Mediterranean Summer
Spirit of Discovery departing Portsmouth
from
£6,378 per person
17 nights
12th June 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
See the highlights of the Western Mediterranean
Step aboard Spirit of Discovery for an all-inclusive cruise to the western Mediterranean in 2025. Gibraltar has a quirky British charm with familiar shops and sights such as red pillar boxes. While Barcelona has a plethora of landmarks, from the Sagrada Familia and 13th-century cathedral to the intricate architecture of Casa Battló.
Cruise to the French Riviera to visit the multi-faceted city of Marseille and the glamourous port of Monaco with its yacht-packed marina and luxury boutiques. Explore the medieval cobbled streets of Calvi and Bonifacio with its medieval clifftop citadel before visiting Alicante on the Spain’s Costa Blanca and Lisbon, home to the UNESCO-listed Jeronimos Monastery and Bélem Tower.
Your four included excursions will be in
- Gibraltar
- Barcelona, Spain
- Marseille, France
- Lisbon, Portugal.
Itinerary
Portsmouth
Embark Spirit of Discovery.
Depart 1700.
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.
Gibraltar
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
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 highstreet 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.
Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.
Barcelona, Spain
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Barcelona has numerous attractions, from subterranean Roman ruins to the elegant architecture of the Gothic quarter and the imaginative designs of Gaudi. At the city’s heart is Placa de Catalunya, an immense square dotted with fountains and statues, which bridges the old city and the 19th-century Eixample district. Lively La Rambla, the city’s main pedestrianised artery, flows from this square to Port Vell. Landmark sights include the Sagrada Familia and the 13th-century cathedral.
Included excursion
Enjoy a short introduction to Barcelona on an included panoramic excursion.
Optional excursions
Visit the charming town of Sitges or explore the open-air museum Poble Espanyol, known as the Spanish Village.
Marseille, France
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700
Experience the multi-faceted city of Marseilles, the country’s second-largest city, set on the French Riviera. At its centre is the centuries-old Vieux Port filled with fishing vessels and pleasure craft. The city is watched over by the hilltop Basilica of Notre Dame de la Garde, built in the 19th century. Highlights include the fortresses of Saint-Jean and Saint-Nicholas and the cathedrals of Old Major and Nouvelle Major.
Included excursion
Look forward to an included sightseeing excursion in this cosmopolitan city.
Monaco ⚓
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Step ashore in this ‘Billionaire’s Playground’, which is blessed with fine beaches, exotic gardens, and luxury boutiques. Monaco exudes glitz and glamour, from the elite high rises overlooking the yacht-packed marina to the medieval quarter set atop Monaco Rock. The latter is crowned by the Place du Palais, where the Changing of the Guard ceremony plays out every day. It is also where Hollywood legend Grace Kelly wed Prince Rainier. Not-to-miss sights include the aptly named Grand Casino of Monte Carlo, Monaco Cathedral and the world-famous Grand Prix circuit.
Optional excursion
Follow in the footsteps of American actress Grace Kelly, who became the Princess of Monaco when she wed Prince Rainier in 1956. Alternatively, travel along the Corniche Road to the Belle Epoque and visit the Rothschild Villa in St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat.
⚓ Land by launch or tender.
Calvi ⚓, Corsica.
Arrive 0800. Depart 1630.
The Corsican town of Calvi has a sweeping crescent-shaped bay and is overlooked by a vast 15th-century citadel. The walls enclose narrow cobbled alleyways packed with buildings, such as the Cathedral of St John the Baptist and the Oratory of St Anthony. The fortifications offer panoramic views across the bay to the mountains of la Balagne.
Optional excursion
Visit Corsica’s oldest village Sant’Antonio or join a guided walking tour through Calvi.
⚓ Land by launch or tender.
Bonifacio ⚓, Corsica
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Bonifacio, a new port of call for Saga cruises, is known for its lively marina and medieval clifftop citadel. The cobbled streets of the medieval old town are ideal to explore on foot. You can walk along the cliffs of Bonifacio to the Pertusato lighthouse and admire views towards the town and out over the strait towards Sardinia. There’s plenty to see outside of the town too, including the charming medieval town of Sartene and the rugged landscape of Bavella.
⚓ Land by launch or tender.
Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.
Alicante, Spain
Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.
Capital of the Costa Blanca, Alicante’s skyline is dominated by the medieval Santa Barbara Castle, which offers a panoramic view over the narrow streets of the old town and seafront. The port sits in the heart of the city, close to the historic centre and there are numerous museums and archaeological sites to visit nearby.
Optional excursions
Join a tour of the Santa Barbara Castle, take a boat trip to the nearby island of Tabarca or you could enjoy a taste of local cuisine on a tapas trail.
Spend the day at sea.
See what we have to offer at sea.
Lisbon, Portugal
Arrive 0900. 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. Lisbon’s downtown area is a labrynth of narrow cobbled alleyways steeped in history. An included panoramic excursion is a great way to see some of the highlights.
Included excursion
See some of the city’s numerous attractions.
Optional excursions
Take a unique tour of the city on a Tuk Tuk or explore by vintage tram.
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 Discovery after breakfast.
from
£6,378 per person
17 nights
12th June 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.
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
£6,378 per person
17 nights
12th June 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.