Duration
8 Nights
Journey Type
Cruise only (Please call for flight options)
Ports
6 Ports
28 May
Setting sail from Bilbao
It's not so long ago that Bilbao was a grim and unappealing place, scarred by heavy industry, but the Basque Country's biggest city has reinvented itself as a cultural hub since the opening of the shimmering Guggenheim Museum in 1997.
29 May
At sea
30-31 May
France: Bordeaux
Bordeaux sits at the centre of the world's most famous wine region, and is home to a beguiling blend of beautiful buildings, sophisticated gastronomy and high culture. It's a marvellous place to spend some time, whether it's a day sampling wines, an evening at the opera or a night on the tiles.
1 June
France: La Rochelle
La Rochelle is an attractive seaside town of elegant limestone facades and agreeable weather, known as La Ville Blanche (the ‘White City’). The heart of the city is the atmospheric Vieux Port, guarded by three imposing towers which offer excellent views of the harbour and nearby islands.
2 June
France: Belle-Île-en–Mer
Beautiful Belle-Île-en–Mer is the largest of Brittany’s islands, and the wild coastal landscapes inspired some of Monet’s most famous paintings. This peaceful island benefits from a pleasantly mild climate, and has plenty of secluded beaches and coastal paths that are ideal for hiking and cycling.
3 June
At sea
4 June
Guernsey: St Peter Port
The island of Guernsey draws visitors south from the British mainland with its more favourable climate and beautiful coastline. The capital, St Peter Port, is a lovely little town of cobbled streets and elegant architecture, and there are also several interesting museums dedicated to the island’s occupation by the Nazis during the Second World War.
5 June
Arriving in Honfleur
Situated on the southern bank of the Seine estuary, Honfleur was once one of France's most important ports. It was also a favourite location of Monet and the Impressionists, and art lovers may well recognise the elegant Renaissance architecture of the old harbour, the Vieux Bassin.
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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