JMG Ambassador Cruises
Gems of Spain & Portugal Cruise from Belfast
From €3,371pp
- Depart From
- Cruise from Belfast
- Departure Date
- 27 Sep 2025 - 15 Oct 2025
- Duration
- 18 nights
- Destination
- Spain, Portugal, Gibraltar
- Price
- From €3,371pp
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
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.
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
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
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.
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.
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
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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.