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Home > Cultural Gems of the Iberian Peninsula & France

Cultural Gems of the Iberian Peninsula & France

Visit some underrated destinations while tracing the coastline of Western Europe.

Cruise Code: A22708PO

El Ferrol, Spain
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El Ferrol, Spain

Santander, Spain
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Santander, Spain

Aerial view of the marina of Le Palais on Belle-Île-en-Mer, the largest island of Brittany in Morbihan, France - Small island town in the Atlantic Ocean
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Le Palais, France

Scenic bay and historic Fowey in Cornwall, England
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Fowey, Cornwall

El Ferrol, Spain
Santander, Spain
Aerial view of the marina of Le Palais on Belle-Île-en-Mer, the largest island of Brittany in Morbihan, France - Small island town in the Atlantic Ocean
Scenic bay and historic Fowey in Cornwall, England
Date:
28 April 2027
Duration:
12 nights
Departure:
Portsmouth
Ship:
Ambition

This journey offers a blend of off-the-beaten-path treasures and signature experiences that showcase the true essence of Western Europe. Wander the streets and vineyards of Bordeaux and visit the historic Spanish ports of Getxo and Santander.

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

El Ferrol
Guarded by castles at its harbour entrance, Ferrol is one of Spain's oldest and most famous port cities. Stroll through historic plazas, visit naval monuments, and discover the city's maritime charm.

Santander
Though much of ancient Santander, Spain was lost to fire in the 1940s, the city is popular with tourists due to its bustling beaches, historic landmarks like the Cathedral of Santander, and rich local seafood from oceanside restaurants and market stalls.

Le Palais
In Le Palais, on the island of Belle-Ile-en-Mer, immerse yourself in the rugged beauty of the Brittany coastline. Discover charming coastal walks, visit the historic Vauban Citadel for stunning views, or enjoy a leisurely afternoon exploring the village’s markets and cafes. Le Palais is where serene nature meets authentic French island life, giving you a taste of tranquillity.

Fowey
Clinging to the Cornish coast is picture-perfect Fowey. Lose track of time in riverside bookshops and quaint cafes, or take a ferry ride across the Fowey River to take in views of surrounding villages.

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We had a problem with the WiFi package. It wasn't clear how it worked and we were charged over £100 as my husband thought he just needed to sign in with his birthday date not mine. The help desk was not very helpful when we questioned our bill. The first person we spoke to told us to come back when the boys were there? When we spoke to the boys they explained the error we had made. Apparently, the chap who sold me the package was the IT manager. He did not explain it very well and they could see it was a genuine error but the stance they took was very defensive and kept saying it's your fault. They did knock two days charges off but we were still charged a lot. However, my main gripe was their attitude, especially the manager as he did not explain it properly. We never found the help desk to be very helpful, unless you wanted to buy anything. We also had a problem with the heating in the cabin. It was so hot. It took few days for someone to come. When he did he did something in the ceiling with tape and said he'd be back in a couple of days. Never saw him again. The vegetarian food was quite poor. We have sailed on Ambition twice and the food was good, so this was very disappointing. One evening my husband didn't like the one vegetarian option and asked if there was an alternative and was told no. We splashed out and went to the Saffron for a Chinese night. The restaurant was cold and we were told that someone was coming to sort it out. They never did. The main vegetarian meal was chow main, which was also the side dish that everyone got. It was a rip off.

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