Itinerary: Cruise from London Tilbury – Porto, Lisbon, Portimão, Cadiz, Gibraltar, Vigo – Return to London Tilbury.
Ports of Call
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- Porto: From Leixões, travel into Porto to discover the historic Ribeira district overlooking the Douro River. Visit São Bento railway station to see its elaborate tiled panels, explore the streets around the cathedral or cross the river to Vila Nova de Gaia, known for its historic port wine cellars.
- Lisbon: Explore the narrow streets of Alfama, where traditional buildings, small squares and viewpoints overlook the Tagus River. Praça do Comércio stands beside the waterfront, while the Belém district contains the Jerónimos Monastery and Belém Tower, two landmarks associated with Portugal’s maritime history.
- Portimão: Discover this Algarve town’s fishing heritage along the Arade River and visit the Museu de Portimão, housed in a former fish-canning factory. Nearby Praia da Rocha is known for its broad sandy beach and distinctive sandstone cliffs, while the old town offers shops, cafés and traditional streets.
- Cadiz: Wander through the narrow streets and historic squares of Cádiz, one of Europe’s oldest continuously inhabited cities. Visit the cathedral, climb the Torre Tavira watchtower for views over the rooftops or explore the seafront around the Castillo de San Sebastián.
- Gibraltar: Explore the historic centre beneath the Rock of Gibraltar, where British and Mediterranean influences meet. The Upper Rock Nature Reserve contains viewpoints, historic fortifications and the territory’s well-known Barbary macaques. Europa Point overlooks the entrance to the Mediterranean.
- Vigo: Discover Vigo’s old town, including the streets around O Berbés and its traditional waterfront. The Parque do Castro provides elevated views across the Ría de Vigo, while the city’s seafood restaurants reflect Galicia’s fishing traditions. Excursions may also visit the historic pilgrimage city of Santiago de Compostela.
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