bordeaux & normandy voyage

At the mouth of the Rio Douro lies the city of Porto, known mostly for its port wine, but with origins dating back to the 5th century, there is plenty to see such as the Ribeira neighborhood along the river.

Spend the day sailing in style aboard your boutique hotel at sea. Indulge in a treatment at Sanctum Spa, stay ship shape with a class at our fitness center, or lounge the day away on our sunny pool deck.In the evening, savor inspired Italian cuisine at Aqualina, or relish in a classic steakhouse experience at Prime C. Plus, you’ll find plenty of exciting evening entertainment, from thrilling shows at Cabaret Lounge to intimate performances in the Living Room.

Since the 14th century, Bordeaux’s fortunes have been tied to viticulture, resulting in a city of classical and neoclassical style, with monumental buildings and fine mansions financed by the almighty grape.

Spend the day sailing in style aboard your boutique hotel at sea. Indulge in a treatment at Sanctum Spa, stay ship shape with a class at our fitness center, or lounge the day away on our sunny pool deck.In the evening, savor inspired Italian cuisine at Aqualina, or relish in a classic steakhouse experience at Prime C. Plus, you’ll find plenty of exciting evening entertainment, from thrilling shows at Cabaret Lounge to intimate performances in the Living Room.

The walled city of St. Malo is a quaint maze of fine old buildings, museums and cafés serving Breton specialties of crepes and cider, where you can stroll along the ramparts and walk the cobblestone streets.

More than 48 miles of dramatic coastline, gentle countrysides, and breathtaking views of France. The largest of the Channel Islands in the English Channel, Jersey is an intoxicating blend of traditions, and St Helier is the place to experience them.

Occupied by Germans during World War II and liberated by Allies following the invasion of Normandy, Cherbourg has an important military history and roots that stretch back to the 9th century Viking invasion.

Honfleur is a lively town and a bustling port, where fishermen can be seen hauling in the daily catch, and where the quality of light has long attracted illustrious artists such as Monet, Turner and Millet.

Muse on voyages past as you sail in or out of Southampton (it was the departure point for the Mayflower in 1620 and the Titanic in 1912), or visit the nearby attractions of London, Bath, Stonehenge and Lands End.