Itinerary: Cruise from London Tilbury – La Coruna, Vigo, Cadiz, Gibraltar, Malaga, Lisbon, Porto – Return to London Tilbury.
Ports of Call
Cruise from London Tilbury
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La Coruna: Explore the Galician port of La Coruna, where the historic centre contains María Pita Square and a network of traditional streets. The Tower of Hercules, a Roman lighthouse recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, overlooks the Atlantic coast. The waterfront promenade and local museums provide additional opportunities to discover the city’s maritime heritage.
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Vigo: Vigo is a busy Galician port overlooking an extensive estuary. Explore the old town’s narrow streets, traditional seafood restaurants and waterfront, or visit the Castro fortress for elevated views. Organised excursions can visit Santiago de Compostela, famous for its cathedral and centuries-old pilgrimage traditions.
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Cadiz: Discover Cadiz, one of Spain’s historic Atlantic port cities, built on a peninsula surrounded by the sea. Visit Cadiz Cathedral, walk through the old town’s narrow streets and squares or climb Torre Tavira for views across the rooftops. Excursions towards Seville offer another option, although the journey requires significant travel time.
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Gibraltar: Explore Gibraltar’s distinctive history and landscape, dominated by the Rock of Gibraltar. The Upper Rock Nature Reserve contains historic fortifications, caves and populations of Barbary macaques. Gibraltar’s Main Street provides shopping and cafés, while viewpoints across the Strait of Gibraltar reveal the proximity of the European and African coastlines.
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Malaga: Malaga’s historic centre contains the Alcazaba fortress, the Roman Theatre and Malaga Cathedral. The Picasso Museum explores the work of the artist born in the city, while the waterfront offers restaurants, shops and harbour views. Visitors can also explore the streets around the old town or walk along the seafront.
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Lisbon: Portugal’s capital rises across hills overlooking the River Tagus. Explore the historic Alfama district, with its steep streets, tiled buildings and viewpoints, or visit the broad squares of Baixa. Farther west, Belém is home to the Jerónimos Monastery and Belém Tower. Allow sufficient time for travel between the city’s different areas.
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Porto: Ambition docks at Leixões, the port serving Porto, with transport required to reach the city’s historic centre. Explore the Ribeira waterfront, cross the Dom Luís I Bridge or visit the port wine cellars in Vila Nova de Gaia. Matosinhos, closer to the cruise terminal, also offers beaches, seafood restaurants and an Atlantic waterfront.
Return to London Tilbury