Lisbon to Paris Cruise

Day 1 - Lisbon

Arrive: Thu 24 June 2027 / Depart: Thu 24 June 2027 at 16:00

Visit the ornate Belem Tower and Jeronimos Monastery and stroll the narrow, winding streets of the charming Alfama district. Enjoy marvelous old Sintra, a royal country retreat, and Cascais, a beautiful seaside resort. Explore medieval Obidos or make a pilgrimage to Fatima, where the Virgin Mary appeared repeatedly to three shepherd children in 1917.

Day 2 - Porto

Arrive: Fri 25 June 2027 / Depart: Fri 25 June 2027

Explore picturesque, historic Oporto and the Vila Nova de Gaia quarter, home of its famed port wine industry. Or discover Portugal's scenic countryside and visit Guimaraes with its impressive medieval castle and beautiful Braga with its Bom Jesus Shrine and superb cathedral.

Day 3 - La Coruna, Spain

Arrive: Sat 26 June 2027 / Depart: Sat 26 June 2027

See the famed Tower of Hercules, the still working 2nd century Roman lighthouse, and wander through this historic town of fine churches, old palaces, cobbled streets and unique fishermen's houses. Or spend the day in beautiful Santiago de Compostela, an important pilgrimage site renowned for its magnificent cathedral and superb architectural and cultural heritage.

Day 4 - Bilbao

Arrive: Sun 27 June 2027 at 10:00 / Depart: Sun 27 June 2027 at 19:00

Bilbao is a charming city both modern and dynamic while at the same time, with its 700 years of history, it is quite traditional as well. Enjoy a walk around the Old Quarter, the most popular area of the city. Here you will see the Teatro Arriaga; el Arenal, the old stevedoring port and today one of the favorite promenades of the citizens of Bilbao; the San Nicholas Church; and the Cathedral of Santiago along with its cloister, Plaza Nueva. No visit to Bilbao would be complete without a visit to the architecturally stunning Guggenheim Museum, which is in and of itself a work of art.

Day 5 - Biarritz

Arrive: Mon 28 June 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Mon 28 June 2027 at 17:00

Tucked in France's Côte Basque, Biarritz first came to prominence in the mid-19th century when Napoleon III built a summer palace here for his wife, Empress Eugenie. The oceanside palace is now the esteemed Hotel du Palais, a landmark for the dynamic, beach-rimmed Biarritz. Surfing in France originated here in the late 1950s, and the sport has become synonymous with the city. You might watch surfers riding the waves that funnel into the Bay of Biscay, or simply comb the lovely beaches. Biarritz also has an urbane personality and museums dedicated to everything from Asian art to chocolate. Don't miss the blue-domed Russian Orthodox church, built for visiting Russian aristocrats in the 19th century.

Day 6 - Bordeaux

Arrive: Tue 29 June 2027 at 08:00

Enjoy the city's visual feast of wonderful ornate buildings, broad avenues, marvelous squares and the Cathedral of St. André, where Eleanor of Aquitaine married Louis VII. Stroll through Old Bordeaux. Then visit the area's fabulous vineyards and magnificent châteaux and delight in tasting their superb wines.

Day 7 - Bordeaux

Depart: Wed 30 June 2027 at 17:00

Enjoy the city's visual feast of wonderful ornate buildings, broad avenues, marvelous squares and the Cathedral of St. André, where Eleanor of Aquitaine married Louis VII. Stroll through Old Bordeaux. Then visit the area's fabulous vineyards and magnificent châteaux and delight in tasting their superb wines.

Day 8 - Ile d'Aix und La Rochelle

Arrive: Thu 01 July 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Thu 01 July 2027 at 17:00

Known for its white limestone cliffs, La Rochelle features a bustling Vieux Port (Old Harbor) with exceptional shops and restaurants. Three medieval towers once protected the port and are now symbols of the waterfront. The imposing Four Sergeants Tower was formerly a prison, and you can see where the corsairs scrawled graffiti on the walls. The city aquarium holds thousands of species living in re-creations of their natural habitats. You will also appreciate La Rochelle's pedestrian-friendly streets, especially in the city center, which is graced by 17th and 18th century architecture.

Day 9 - At Sea

Day 10 - St. Helier

Arrive: Sat 03 July 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Sat 03 July 2027 at 16:00

Day 11 - París

Arrive: Sun 04 July 2027 at 07:00 / Depart: Sun 04 July 2027 at 21:00

Enjoy the relaxing drive through the countryside to Paris and then savor its bountiful attractions. Visit the Louvre, Notre Dame and the Eiffel Tower. Ride a boat on the Seine, stroll the Champs-Élysées and climb to the top of the Arc de Triomphe. Our two gateways to Paris are outstanding as well. Honfleur dates to the 11th century and features a historic waterfront. Across the Seine lies Le Havre, once home to Claude Monet. His Impressionist works hang in the Malraux Museum. Historic Rouen is closest to Paris and boasts the great Cathédrale Notre Dame.

Day 12 - Southampton

Arrive: Mon 05 July 2027 at 07:00 / Depart: Mon 05 July 2027

Take a trip up to London and get a bird’s eye view of the city from the London Eye. See sights like Parliament, Westminster Abbey and Piccadilly. Stroll along Lower Regent Street or visit the British Museum.

Day 13 - At Sea

Day 14 - Edinburgh

Arrive: Wed 07 July 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Wed 07 July 2027 at 17:00

Savor the old town’s marvelous Georgian and Victorian architecture and impressive Edinburgh Castle, high on its volcanic crag with a fabulous view. Stroll along the medieval Royal Mile to the Palace of Holyroodhouse to see the abbey and Queen Mary’s chambers. Visit St. Giles’ Cathedral where John Knox once preached.

Day 15 - Invergordon

Arrive: Thu 08 July 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Thu 08 July 2027 at 17:00

Known as "Inverbreakie" until the early 18th century, Invergordon has long been recognized for its rich naval history and jewel of a harbor in the northern Highlands. Invergordon perches on the northern bank of the Cromarty Firth, a lengthy estuary that provides welcome sanctuary for a multitude of water birds and one of only two species of resident bottlenose dolphin in the British Isles. Venture into the Highlands, where the local clan castles perch on craggy hills and on the shores of lochs and firths. And there's always the chance to see the mysterious Loch Ness Monster.

Day 16 - Kirkwall

Arrive: Fri 09 July 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Fri 09 July 2027 at 17:00

This starkly beautiful island holds many ancient treasures like the enigmatic Standing Stones of Stenness and the 5,000-year-old village of Skara Brae, amazingly discovered with furniture and indoor drains preserved. Visit the imposing trio of St. Magnus Cathedral, the nearby ruins of the Earl's Palace, and the earlier Bishop's Palace.

Day 17 - Portree, Isle of Skye

Arrive: Sat 10 July 2027 at 07:00 / Depart: Sat 10 July 2027 at 16:00

The name Portree derives from Port-an-Righ, which means "King's Port" in Gaelic, which is still spoken throughout the Isle of Skye. The wildly scenic island remains fiercely traditional, even though life has changed since the Skye Bridge was erected in 1995, linking the island to the Scottish mainland. Known for its beautiful natural harbor and quaint, brightly painted shops and homes, Portree is a lovely setting and attracts those who enjoy seaside walks. A wee bit west, tour the phenomenal stronghold of Dunvegan Castle, which has been continuously occupied by MacLeod descendants for more than 800 years.

Day 18 - Greenock

Arrive: Sun 11 July 2027 at 11:00 / Depart: Sun 11 July 2027 at 19:00

Offering some of the finest Victorian architecture in the UK, Glasgow is a major center of commerce and culture. Glasgow Cathedral is one of the only cathedrals in Scotland to have survived the Reformation in tact and houses a celebrated collection of stained glass windows. The Burrell Collection showcases a range of work by major artists such as Rodin, Degas and Cézanne, as well as examples of late medieval, Chinese and Islamic art. When exploring Scotland’s culinary culture, be sure to taste some of the famed single malt whiskies.

Day 19 - Belfast

Arrive: Mon 12 July 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Mon 12 July 2027 at 17:00

Delight in this vibrant city of ornate Victorian and Edwardian architecture, gracious gardens and friendly pubs. Thrill to the natural phenomenon of the Giants' Causeway, a stunning geological anomaly of tightly packed, uneven basalt columns disappearing into the sea, and the enigmatic ruins of Grey Abbey.

Day 20 - Dun Laoghaire, Ireland

Arrive: Tue 13 July 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Tue 13 July 2027 at 17:00

The coastal suburb of Dún Laoghaire is popular for strolls on the East Pier, and locally caught fish and chips. The National Maritime Museum of Ireland has nautical art and artefacts inside a 19th-century sailors’ church, while the harbour is a busy hub for fishing, water sports and cruises. Nearby Sandycove is home to the James Joyce Tower and Museum, as well as the sheltered beach and bathing spot at Forty Foot.

Day 21 - Cobh, Ireland

Arrive: Wed 14 July 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Wed 14 July 2027 at 17:00

Cheerful Cork sprawls about the River Lee in one of Ireland's most stunning settings. Bridges crisscross the city leading to landmarks like St. Anne's Church and the Old City Gaol, where you'll see the 19th century prisoners' graffiti. Make time to kiss the Blarney Stone in Blarney Castle.

Day 22 - At Sea

Day 23 - París

Arrive: Fri 16 July 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Fri 16 July 2027

Enjoy the scenic trip through the rolling French countryside to Paris and spend the day savoring it's gardens, museums and historic sites. Visit the Louvre, Notre Dame and the Eiffel Tower. Take a boat ride along the Seine and a stroll along the Champs Elysee. Or visit historic Rouen or the battlefields of Normandy.