Itinerary: Cruise from Belfast – Liverpool – Brest – Bordeaux (Overnight onboard) – El Ferrol – Gijón – Bilbao (Getxo) – La Rochelle – Lorient – Return to Belfast.
Ports of Call
Cruise from Belfast
- Liverpool: Waterfront museums and the Three Graces by the Mersey. Explore the Beatles Story or the Maritime Museum: enjoy easy walking and a wealth of music-laced history.
- Brest: Naval harbour with a stout castle museum. Stroll along the quays or cross over to Océanopolis for its impressive sea life displays. Straightforward and salty.
- Bordeaux (Overnight onboard): Grand boulevards and golden-stone squares. Sample wines in the Chartrons or follow the riverfront by bike. The overnight option allows you to enjoy evening dining ashore.
- El Ferrol: Galician port with strong naval roots. Explore the Arsenal District or head to the coastal viewpoints. Low-key, with good bakeries for a simple treat.
- Gijón: Beaches, cider houses and a hilltop old quarter. Walk through Cimavilla, then drop down to the promenade. Relaxed and local in feel.
- Bilbao (Getxo): Quick link to the Guggenheim’s curves and the old town’s pintxos bars. The riverside walk ties it all together—art, appetite, and easy transportation.
- La Rochelle: Arcaded streets and twin harbour towers. Visit the aquarium or idle in café-lined squares. It rewards an unhurried wander.
- Lorient: Rebuilt port with wartime submarine pens. The La Base area combines history and waterside paths—a unique perspective on Brittany.
Return to Belfast