Gems of Spain & Portugal Cruise from Belfast

Ports of call: Belfast, NI; Liverpool, England; El Ferrol- for Santiago de Compostela, Spain; Cadiz- for Seville, Spain; Palma de Mallorca; Valencia, Spain; Alicante, Spain; Gibraltar; Lisbon, Portugal; Leixoes- for Oporto, Portugal; Belfast, NI

Description

Board the Ambition in Belfast for an eighteen-night cruise to England, several ports in Spain- including the island of Mallorca, Gibraltar and Portugal.

Embark on an unforgettable cruise through the diverse and captivating ports of Western Europe. Begin your journey in Belfast, and sail to Liverpool, birthplace of The Beatles, for a taste of its legendary music scene and maritime heritage. As you cruise through the North Atlantic, relax and enjoy the onboard amenities and stunning ocean views.

Arriving in El Ferrol, immerse yourself in the cultural heritage of Spain, with optional tours to the historic pilgrimage site of Santiago de Compostela. After a day of cruising, explore the ancient port city of Cadiz, gateway to the stunning city of Seville.

Continue your Spanish adventure with stops in Palma de Mallorca, Valencia, and Alicante, each offering their own unique charms and attractions. Following another day of cruising, arrive in Gibraltar and marvel at its iconic rock and fascinating blend of British and Spanish influences.

Visit the vibrant city of Lisbon, followed by a stop in Leixoes for Oporto, where you can savour the flavors of Portugal's famous port wine. Enjoy two more leisurely days at sea, soaking in the sun and sea air before returning to Belfast, where your unforgettable journey comes to an end.

Itinerary

Day 1: Belfast, NI

Day 2: Liverpool, England

Day 3: Cruising

Day 4: Cruising

Day 5: El Ferrol- for Santiago de Compostela, Spain

Day 6: Cruising

Day 7: Cadiz- for Seville, Spain

Day 8: Cruising

Day 9: Palma de Mallorca

Day 10: Valencia, Spain

Day 11: Alicante, Spain

Day 12: Cruising

Day 13: Gibraltar

Day 14: Cruising

Day 15: Lisbon, Portugal

Day 16: Leixoes- for Oporto, Portugal

Day 17: Cruising

Day 18: Cruising

Day 19: Belfast, NI

What's included in your cruise fare?

Your cruise from Belfast includes:

Cruise passage onboard Ambition
Cabin accommodation in the guest’s chosen category
Full board cuisine
Welcome and farewell Captain’s cocktail party (6 nights or more)
Captain’s gala dinner
Evening entertainment
Daytime activities programme
Informative guest speakers (6 nights or more)
Wide range of entertainment and daytime activities including: fitness, dance and wellness classes
Use of gym, swimming pools and hot tubs
Spa access
Porterage of luggage between the port and cabin
All port taxes

Upgrade to the Ambassador Fare to include:

Gratuities & service charges
House wines
House brands from the bar
Premium wines
Premium drinks from the bar
Premium teas & speciality coffees
Choice of 1st or 2nd dining sitting for dinner
Priority for complimentary cabin upgrades

Good to know:

GBP sterling is the currency onboard

Onboard Ambition

Here she is, Ambassador’s second lady of the sea, Ambition. Aptly named to further emphasise our commitment to pioneer a new era of cruising, where guests can enjoy an authentic experience effortlessly and sustainably.

Offering the warmest of welcomes and a 1,200 guest capacity, there's a unique sense of intimacy upon this smaller-sized ship, carefully feeling at home at sea.

If unwinding is on your agenda, then why not kick back in one of our lounges? We have the timeless Cavern and the stylish cocktail Clifton Lounge serving all your favourite tipples, and a poolside Consulate Bar perfectly positioned for you to soak up the rays. Other bars include Angel Bar overlooking reception, the quintessentially British Purple Turtle Wine Bar, and for all your pre and post-theatre moments, we have the elegant Pendennis bar.

Speaking of theatre, we have an exciting entertainment programme at The Palladium ready to whisk you away to new worlds full of song, dance, comedy, and wonderful storytelling. There’s also Grafton Street, our arts, crafts and activity area, No.10 Conference Room perfect for meetings and card games, Brontë’s library, joggers and walkers track, swimming pool, splash pool and relaxation pool.

And to extend that feeling of rejuvenation, we have our Green Sea salon and a range of restoring spa treatments. Dining options really will spoil you for choice, especially at Buckingham restaurant and Holyrood; our two main dining rooms. We also have Borough Market, our more casual dining choice with delicious and ever-changing delicacies from around the world. For those wanting to give their taste buds an extra tingle, try our speciality restaurants Saffron* and Olympic Taverna* offering gastronomic experiences.

Complementary Regional Coach Transfers

Did you know that included in the fare is a return coach from a variety of locations across Ireland? Get in touch to discuss: submit the enquiry form below or email cruise@shandontravel.ie.

Price Details

Limited availability: 2 for 1 on cruises from belfast.

Price per person is based on 2 adults sharing and includes:

18-night Gems of Spain & Portugal Cruise from Belfast onboard Ambition, in a superior twin interior cabin
Coach pick-up from various destinations around Ireland- ask us for more info

Please ask us about adding great value:

Travel Insurance

Terms & conditions apply. Subject to availability. Pricing is live and subject to change. Price is only guaranteed at time of booking.

For more information please call us on 021 493 5806 or 0818 300 205, email cruise@shandontravel.ie, request a call back using the red button, or submit an enquiry through the form below.