Spain & Azores Transatlantic

New Orleans, Louisiana is one of the most iconic cities in America due to its historic streets, charming architecture, epic festivals, and mouthwatering cuisine. Music is everywhere, people live to eat and every day is a party in the birthplace of Jazz. Ships will dock at this port.

Top Things to Do in New Orleans:

• explore the famous French Quarter
• take a steamboat cruise down the Mississippi river
• hop on the historic St. Charles streetcar
• join a Louisiana swamp tour
• visit the Oak Alley Mansion and Plantation

While at sea, take time to recharge before the next adventure. Lounge by the pool, be spoiled at the spa, dine at any of the onboard restaurants or explore the thrills on each deck until we arrive at the next destination. Make the most of your day at sea by enjoying our Wi-Fi, drink and Speciality Dining Packages. These services are available at an additional cost.

Grand Bahama Island is one of the most popular in The Bahamas chain, with its postcard-perfect beaches made of sand that shimmers like pearls, fronting clear waters in every hue of blue. Alongside its beaches, the island is known for its reef-lined coves, mangrove swamps, golf courses and friendly locals. Ships will dock at Lucayan Harbour.

Top Things to Do in Grand Bahama Island:

• explore Lucayan National Park
• enjoy the local speciality, Conch Salad
• shop at Port Lucaya Marketplace
• swim with the pigs at Crystal Beach

While at sea, take time to recharge before the next adventure. Lounge by the pool, be spoiled at the spa, dine at any of the onboard restaurants or explore the thrills on each deck until we arrive at the next destination. Make the most of your day at sea by enjoying our Wi-Fi, drink and Speciality Dining Packages. These services are available at an additional cost.

Located on São Miguel, the largest of the Azores archipelago, Ponta Delgada is a place of whitewashed buildings, spectacular volcanic vistas, steaming hot springs and impressive landscaped gardens. This city is the gateway to the stunning landscape and lush nature of São Miguel. Ships will dock at Portas do Mar.

Top Things to Do in Ponta Delgada:

• go dolphin and whale watching
• soak in a hotspring in Furnas Valley
• view the Sete Cidades Crater Lakes
• stroll through a botanical garden
• explore São Miguel in 4x4

While at sea, take time to recharge before the next adventure. Lounge by the pool, be spoiled at the spa, dine at any of the onboard restaurants or explore the thrills on each deck until we arrive at the next destination. Make the most of your day at sea by enjoying our Wi-Fi, drink and Speciality Dining Packages. These services are available at an additional cost.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Santiago de Compostela has been an important pilgrimage centre for Christians since the 800's, when the tomb of the apostle James was believed to have been found by a hermit, guided to it by a bright light.

Centuries of building and subsequent preservation efforts have maintained a range of extraordinary architecture in the Old Town, including Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque and Neoclassical styles. Ships will dock in Vilagarcia which is a 50 minute drive from Santiago De Compostela.

Cruise ships dock at Vigo Port, which is 90 kilometers (56 miles) from Santiago de Compostela, with a travel time of about 1.5 hours. The port is centrally located, making it easy to explore Vigo's attractions such as the historic Casco Vello district and El Castro Park before heading to Santiago de Compostela.

While at sea, take time to recharge before the next adventure. Lounge by the pool, be spoiled at the spa, dine at any of the onboard restaurants or explore the thrills on each deck until we arrive at the next destination. Make the most of your day at sea by enjoying our Wi-Fi, drink and Speciality Dining Packages. These services are available at an additional cost.

Paris is an iconic city – a melange of everything artistic and sublime, with a worldwide reputation for excellence in cuisine, fashion, architecture and the fine arts. After you take the drive in from the port (just over two hours), hit the streets to see the city's monumental landmarks: Pass through the Arc de Triomphe and stand in the presence of the Eiffel Tower. The beauty here is only matched by the history and culture. Cruise to Paris to feel the cool morning air outside Gothic Notre Dame cathedral, and see works from prehistoric to post-modern at the Louvre. At evening, walk the lamplit avenues as restaurants' wooden tables and rattan chairs spill onto the pavements and terraces. Pull up a seat, order a glass of vin rouge and a plate of pate on toast, and dive in.

Cruise ships dock at Le Havre Cruise Terminal, close to the city center. Paris is 200 km (124 miles) southeast, reached in about 2.5–3 hours by train, coach, or private transfer. Many cruise programs offer full-day excursions that cover the highlights of Paris or the coast of Normandy. An early start and late return are typical, but a visit to Paris from Le Havre is both possible and rewarding.

London, a vibrant metropolis brimming with history and culture, is a must-visit destination for cruise travellers. Explore the historic Tower of London, witness the grandeur of Buckingham Palace, and stroll across the majestic Tower Bridge. Art enthusiasts will relish the treasures housed in the British Museum and Tate Modern.

Explore London's culinary diversity at Borough Market, where a variety of international flavors await. Be sure to visit the lively Covent Garden, renowned for its street performers and charming boutiques. From the tranquil Royal Parks to the vibrant West End theatres, London provides a captivating blend of British heritage and modern vitality.

To reach London from Southampton, you can take a train from Southampton Central (the station is within a short taxi ride from the cruise terminals) to London Waterloo, with the journey taking around 1.5 hours - that's approximately 128 km's (80 miles). Alternatively if you're travelling by coach or have arranged a private transfer, please allow around 2 hours for the journey.