NORWAY Bergen 9 days
MS MIDNATSOL Departure: 9 September 2018
Ostend
ATLANTIC OCEAN
Belle-Île-en-Mer
BAY OF BISCAY
Explore UNESCO World Heritage sites, historic cities, charming towns and beautiful islands.
FRANCE Bilbao Oporto SPAIN
Cultural Highlights along Coastal Europe
Lisbon
The Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery
DAY 1: Gateway to the Fjords Stroll around the charming city of Bergen before embarking on this European adventure with MS Midnatsol.
DAY 2: Crossing the North Sea The North Sea has always been important – from the Vikings to offshore oil. Enjoy the day on deck spotting birds, ships and oil rigs.
DAY 3: More than a Beach Ostend has a long white sand beach popular with locals, but the city offers much more. Visit the fish market, follow in the footsteps of Marvin Gaye, the American singer who spent time here, or join an excursion to the nearby city of Bruges.
DAY 4: Cruising “The Channel” Today we sail the English Channel, connecting
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the North Sea and Atlantic Ocean. Relax and enjoy being at sea or sit in on lectures and talks.
DAY 5: Well-kept Secret Belle-Île is one of France’s most beautiful islands. Stunning cliffs, quaint seaside hamlets and green countryside have inspired novelists and impressionist painters. A well-kept secret in France, it’s now your turn to discover it!
DAY 6: Modern, yet Historic Bilbao is at the heart of Basque Country. The city merges traditional Basque culture with a new vision for the future. Visit the world-famous Guggenheim Museum or roam the old quarter.
DAY 7: Bay of Biscay On our way to Portugal, we sail the Bay of Biscay. Enjoy the salt air, glimpse birds and
ACTIVITY CHART KAYAK HIKING BIRDWATCHING LECTURES
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mammals, meditate to the peaceful sound of the sea.
DAY 8: Home of Port Wine Visit one of Europe’s undiscovered cities, Oporto. This ancient port is steeped in history and tradition, but with a modern outlook and bold new architecture. Oporto is also home to Port wine. Join a winery tour and taste this sweet, fortified red libation with a Portuguese meal.
DAY 9: City Built on Seven Hills One of the world’s oldest cities, Lisbon reveals centuries of heritage and charm. It was the home to such great explorers as Ferdinand Magellan. Stroll Lisbon’s historic districts, visit two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery, or ride the city’s classic, pre-war trams.
PORTUGAL
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