Itinerary: Cruise from Southampton – Getxo (for Bilbao) – Gijón – A Coruña – Vigo – Le Havre (Paris) – Return to Southampton.
Ports of Call
Cruise from Southampton
- Getxo (for Bilbao): Seaside town linked to Bilbao by metro and the Vizcaya Bridge. Head to the Guggenheim, take a stroll along the riverside, and then enjoy pintxos in the old quarter. Stay local for clifftop paths and beaches. City culture or coastal air—both are simple.
- Gijón: Headland old town with beaches on both sides. Climb to Cimavilla for views, then see Roman remains and the marina. Sidrerías make lunch easy near the water—a balanced stop of sea breezes and heritage.
- A Coruña: Atlantic promenade and the Tower of Hercules lighthouse. Maria Pita Square anchors cafés and the old quarter. Museums and the seafront sit within a short loop. Walkable from the pier to the peninsula.
- Vigo: Working harbour with a lively historic core. Castro Fortress gives the harbour view; seafood streets lie below. The Isles of the Cíes tempt on clear days if time allows. Straightforward choices close to the dock.
- Le Havre (Paris): Wide modernist avenues and a strong art museum (MuMa). Trains run to Paris for a classic day of landmarks. Étretat’s chalk cliffs are another neat option—flexible plans in every direction.