Spain And France Cruise

Day 1 - Southampton

Arrive: Sun 25 October 2026 / Depart: Sun 25 October 2026

Step aboard in Southampton & straight into that holiday feeling. No flights, no hassle. Just the excitement of the days ahead and the promise of memorable moment. So, relax and raise a toast as the UK drifts from sight. Before you know it, you'll be watching your destination come into view. But where will it be ?

Day 2 - At Sea

Day 3 - Bilbao

Arrive: Tue 27 October 2026 / Depart: Tue 27 October 2026

Bilbao is in the heart of Basque Country on the Iberian coast bordering the Bay of Biscay. It’s known for the wet and temperate climate that sustains its landscapes of lush dairy pastures and forests. Explore the local scenery, which many say is more akin to that of rural Britain than the aridity of Spain’s more southern climes. And of course, don’t miss the striking Guggenheim Museum.

Day 4 - Santander, Spain

Arrive: Wed 28 October 2026 / Depart: Wed 28 October 2026

This infinitely popular Spanish holiday resort offers much to delight both overseas and native visitors. Lively shopping streets, characterful restaurants and golden beaches are just the periphery of Santander’s magnetic appeal. Your guide to Santander. The palm-studded gardens of Pereda, the Royal Palace of Magdalena Peninsula and the architecturally astounding Centro Botin gallery are among this Spanish city's treasures. Soak up the midday sun against the soundtrack of waves lapping the sand at El Sardinero; salivate over the day’s fresh produce glistening on the stalls at Mercado de la Esperanza and don’t miss your chance to explore the ethereal World Heritage caves of otherworldly Monte Castillo.

Day 5 - Gijon

Arrive: Thu 29 October 2026 / Depart: Thu 29 October 2026

The scenic Spanish city of Gijon is capital of the Asturias region of northern Spain, and looks over the beautiful Bay of Biscay, with the grand Picos de Europa mountain range as its inland backdrop. Fringed by attractive beaches, the city has its fair share of grand architecture, sculptures and museums, including one devoted solely to bagpipes from around the world.

Day 6 - At Sea

Day 7 - Cherbourg

Arrive: Sat 31 October 2026 / Depart: Sat 31 October 2026

Military port, Cherbourg has also become, thanks to its privileged location at the tip of the Cotentin and its harbor almost always in calm waters, a traditional stopover for transatlantic ships, such as the Queen Elisabeth II - but also the Titanic which embarked a few there. travelers before its fatal inaugural crossing. TO HAVE Thomas-Henry Museum This museum houses collections of paintings centered on the theme of Cherbourg and the sea. In the other rooms, art collections from the 15th to the 19th century: Fra Angelico, Filippo Lippi, Murillo, Poussin, Rigaud are some of the stars, in the company of neoclassical painters from the 19C. Canvases by local painters: Guillaume Fouace, Millet (yes, the author of the Angelus) and sculptures by Armand Le Véel (1821-1905).

Day 8 - Southampton

Arrive: Sun 01 November 2026 / Depart: Sun 01 November 2026

Step aboard in Southampton & straight into that holiday feeling. No flights, no hassle. Just the excitement of the days ahead and the promise of memorable moment. So, relax and raise a toast as the UK drifts from sight. Before you know it, you'll be watching your destination come into view. But where will it be ?