Destination Reviews
Duration
9 Nights
Journey Type
Cruise only (Please call for flight options)
Ports
8 Ports
18 August
Setting sail from Ponta Delgada
Ponta Delgada is the capital of São Miguel, the largest and most populous island of the Azores. Founded in the 15th century, the city is home to elegant architecture and some excellent restaurants, though the main attraction is the tranquility and natural beauty of the surrounding countryside.
19 August
Portugal: Pico
Pico is dominated by its eponymous volcano, a mist-shrouded cone that rises to the highest peak in Portugal. The seas off Pico are a whale-watching hotspot, and you can learn about the island’s whaling history at the museum in Lajes. Pico also has a strong winemaking tradition, and a bottle of Verdelho do Pico makes for a great souvenir.
20 August
Portugal: Horta
Horta is the capital of the island of Faial, in the centre of the Azores archipelago. The harbour is a popular stop-off point for yachts crossing the Atlantic, and it’s also the base for whale watching trips and excursions to the spectacular Caldeira Cabeço Gordo volcanic crater.
20 August
Portugal: Pico
Pico is dominated by its eponymous volcano, a mist-shrouded cone that rises to the highest peak in Portugal. The seas off Pico are a whale-watching hotspot, and you can learn about the island’s whaling history at the museum in Lajes. Pico also has a strong winemaking tradition, and a bottle of Verdelho do Pico makes for a great souvenir.
21-23 August
Portugal: Praia da Graciosa, Angra do Heroísmo, Vila do Porto
24-25 August
At sea
26-27 August
Arriving in Funchal
Funchal, Madeira's bustling capital, tumbles down a dramatic hillside towards a beautiful sweeping bay. Highlights include colourful markets, wine lodges and the spectacular cable car ride up to the village of Monte, home of the famous toboggan run. The Zona Velha, the old fishermen's neighbourhood, has been transformed in recent years, and is now full of restaurants, bars and galleries.
Your home from home
Sea Cloud Spirit is the newest addition to the Sea Cloud fleet, a majestic three-masted full-rigged windjammer.
What we love
Sea Cloud Spirit combines the romance of sail with the highest standards of onboard hospitality, featuring elegantly appointed cabins (many with a private balcony), a spacious spa and wellness area, two restaurants and welcoming, light-filled public areas.
| Capacity | 136 Guests |
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| Crew | 85 International Staff |
| Style | A style that is sure to impress even seasoned cruise-goers, it's elegant, traditional and has a sense of history that is unmatched. |
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