Treasures of Spain and Portugal - Eastbound 2017

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Small Ship Cruise
New for 2017! Set sail for a 13-day Spain and Portugal cruise aboard your Windstar yacht as you chart a course for a treasure trove of discoveries along the trade routes of the first Portuguese and Spanish explorers. Two-night stays in Lisbon and Barcelona bookend this Iberian adventure, which visits Palma de Mallorca, Granada, Seville, Gibraltar, Málaga, Por...

Overview

Trip type
Small Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • 8-night cruise aboard Star Pride
    • Star Breeze or Star Legend; 2 nights at the InterContinental Lisbon and 2 nights at El Palace Barcelona; visit to a manor house in Malaga for a sherry tasting and a private Andalucían horse show; wine tasting at an award-winning estate in the Algarve countryside; flamenco in Seville; tour of La Seu in Palma on Mallorca; private visit to the Palau de la Musica Catalana in Barcelona

What's this trip about?

    New for 2017! Set sail for a 13-day Spain and Portugal cruise aboard your Windstar yacht as you chart a course for a treasure trove of discoveries along the trade routes of the first Portuguese and Spanish explorers. Two-night stays in Lisbon and Barcelona bookend this Iberian adventure, which visits Palma de Mallorca, Granada, Seville, Gibraltar, Málaga, Portimão and more.

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Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityLisbon, Portugal
End CityBarcelona, Spain

Travel Themes

  • Small Ship Cruise

Destinations

  • Central America
  • Europe
  • Spain
  • Portugal

Attractions

  • Algarve
  • Barcelona
  • Granada
  • Malaga
  • Seville

Activities

  • Culture

Trip includes

    • Traveling with Tauck's private group and the same Tauck Director on land and at sea aboard the ship Tauck's private shore excursions and distinctive inclusions valued at $2,625 Two nights each in Barcelona and Lisbon with guided city sightseeing 8-night cruise aboard Windstar's Star Pride, Star Breeze or Star Legend Your cruise may be a shared ship experience with non-Tauck guests onboard as well; all Tauck guests will be accompanied by one Tauck Director for approximately every 40 Tauck guests, and your itinerary will always be highlighted by exclusive, private Tauck shore excursions Wine tasting at an award-winning estate in the Algarve countryside Special flamenco dance performance at Seville's Museo del Baile Flamenco A visit to a typical manor house in Malaga for a sherry tasting and a private Andalucían horse show A tour of the Gothic Cathedral, La Seu, in Palma on the island of Mallorca, and private event in the Old City with regionally inspired cuisine and entertainment Private experience at the Palau de la Musica Catalana, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, in Barcelona Aboard ship - daily cocktail hour, all-day soft drinks and house wine with dinner Airport transfers upon arrival and departure as noted 30 meals (12 Breakfasts, 8 Lunches, 10 Dinners) on land and at sea; service charges, applicable fuel surcharges, taxes, and porterage

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Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Lisbon
Tour begins: 6:00 PM, InterContinental Lisbon. A transfer is included from Lisbon Airport to the InterContinental Lisbon, located in the heart of the city overlooking the Tagus River. Join us for a welcome reception and dinner tonight at the hotel. MEALS : D LODGING : InterContinental Lisbon PORTOFCALL : Lisbon, Portugal

Day 2 Lisbon Landmarks & Leisure Delights
A vision of carefully planned, elegant streets steeped in history, Lisbon's city center welcomes with an 18th-century ambiance that bears witness to its days of glory during the Discovery Age. A guided tour this morning showcases the downtown Baixa area and Trade Square...
Day 3 Sintra, Cascais & embark ship
Enjoy a choice of visits to the Maritime or Coach museums in Lisbon, before heading to Sintra for a tour of the Sintra National Palace. Considered Portugal's best preserved medieval Royal Palace, it was continuously inhabited by Portuguese royalty from roughly the early ...
Day 4 Pleasures of the Algarve Coast
A sightseeing drive through the Algarve countryside begins in Portimão and includes the sandy coves of Praia da Rocha; the pretty fishing town of Alvor, picturesque with white houses; Lagos, set on one of the largest bays in the Algarve and resplendent with 8th-century M...
Day 5 Sights of Seville
Wake up this morning for your ship's arrival in the port of Seville, standing on the banks of the Rio Guadalquivir. Guided exploration includes visits to the pavilions of the 1929 World Fair on the grounds of Maria Luisa Park; the Palacio de San Telmo built as a universi...
Day 6 The British Rock
Just 2¼ square miles, Gibraltar is a town that is also a British ruled country and has a recorded history that dates from A.D. 711. The massive limestone Rock of Gibraltar rises out of the sea to a height of 1, 396 feet and is often referred to as the gateway to the Medi...
Day 7 A Taste of Malaga
The land of dancing Andalucían horses and sherry welcomes you ashore in Malaga and invites you inside a typical manor for a tapas tasting and a private horse show. This afternoon's panoramic tour of Malaga is highlighted by visions of 14th century Gibralfaro Castle; Plaz...
Day 8 The Alhambra & Granada
Your ship arrives in Almeria this morning for a scenic drive to 13th-century Moorish Alhambra Palace and the Generalife gardens in Granada, created to reflect the Moors' vision of paradise on Earth. Explore them during a guided visit followed by lunch at the Alhambra Pal...
Day 9 Day at Sea
Experience the onboard pleasures of your Windstar yacht today as you spend the day at sea. An onboard lecture by your Tauck Director shares insights about the region you explore on this cruise; a spa visit pampers; and a chance to relax on deck with your favorite book is nothing short of heavenly. MEALS : B, L, D LODGING : Star Pride, Breeze or Legend PORTOFCALL : Day at Sea on board of Windstar yacht

Day 10 Palma de Mallorca
Disembark early for a guided walking tour of the beautiful city of Palma, located on an island exceedingly rich in cultural treasures. Visit the Gothic Cathedral, La Seu, built of golden limestone and standing in a dramatic location near the waterfront; its interior was ...
Day 11 Disembark Ship in Barcelona
Spend the next two nights in the capital of Catalonia, truly on par with Europe's greatest cities. In Barcelona, you will find a parade of historical monuments along with outstanding examples of the Modernisme period of art and architecture. Your discoveries begin on an ...
Day 12 The Best of Barcelona
The treasures of Barcelona await your pleasure today! The day starts with a private visit to the Palau de la Musica Catalana, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, that truly is a palace of music. The only concert hall in Europe lit by natural light, it is a Modernista celebrati...
Day 13 Journey Home
Tour ends: Barcelona. Fly home anytime. A transfer is included to Barcelona International Airport from El Palace Hotel. Allow three hours for flight check-in. MEALS : B

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Last Updated: 2/16/2023

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STAR PRIDE, STAR LEGEND, STAR BREEZE
STAR PRIDE Windstar Cruises’ slogan, “180° From Ordinary,” aptly describes the delights of a voyage aboard one of their new 'Pride Class' sister ships, the all-suite Star Pride... one of Windstar's sleek, newly renovated, all-suite power yachts, perfect for warm-weather destinations and ideally suited for up-close exploration of islands and hidden coastal coves where larger ships cannot go. You’ll feel like you're aboard your own private yacht almost as soon as you step aboard. The sitting area of your spacious, newly refurbished suite gives you an expansive ocean view, making it a welcome retreat. Each suite is equipped with a queen bed (which can be separated as twins if you prefer) with luxurious Egyptian cotton linens; flat screen TV with DVD player; minibar/refrigerator; walk-in closet and ample drawer space; private bath with granite countertop, full-size tub and shower, and luxurious L'Occitane toiletries; waffle-weave robe and slippers; hairdryer; and safe. Stylish public spaces invite conversation and relaxation; onboard amenities include the WindSpa, a fitness center, a casino and entertainment lounge, the Star Bar, a library, a counter current pool and / or whirlpool, and a water sports platform offering water-skiing, windsurfing, snorkeling and kayaking, weather permitting. Dining in The AmphorA Restaurant or in the more casual Candles or Veranda is an epicurean delight. Over 140 crewmembers attend to the needs of a total of just 212 passengers aboard Star Pride, assuring the most attentive service. STAR LEGEND Windstar Cruises’ slogan, “180° From Ordinary,” aptly describes the delights of a voyage aboard one of their new 'Pride Class' sister ships, the all-suite Star Legend... one of Windstar's sleek, newly renovated, all-suite power yachts, perfect for warm-weather destinations and ideally suited for up-close exploration of islands and hidden coastal coves where larger ships cannot go. You’ll feel like you're aboard your own private yacht almost as soon as you step aboard. The sitting area of your spacious, newly refurbished suite gives you an expansive ocean view, making it a welcome retreat. Each suite is equipped with a queen bed (which can be separated as twins if you prefer) with luxurious Egyptian cotton linens; flat screen TV with DVD player; minibar/refrigerator; walk-in closet and ample drawer space; private bath with granite countertop, full-size tub and shower, and luxurious L'Occitane toiletries; waffle-weave robe and slippers; hairdryer; and safe. Stylish public spaces invite conversation and relaxation; onboard amenities include the WindSpa, a fitness center, a casino and entertainment lounge, the Star Bar, a library, a counter current pool and / or whirlpool, and a water sports platform offering water-skiing, windsurfing, snorkeling and kayaking, weather permitting. Dining in The AmphorA Restaurant or in the more casual Candles or Veranda is an epicurean delight. Over 140 crewmembers attend to the needs of a total of just 212 passengers aboard Star Legend, assuring the most attentive service. STAR BREEZE Windstar Cruises’ slogan, “180° From Ordinary,” aptly describes the delights of a voyage aboard one of their new 'Pride Class' sister ships, Star Breeze... one of Windstar's sleek, newly renovated, all-suite power yachts, perfect for warm-weather destinations and ideally suited for up-close exploration of islands and hidden coastal coves where larger ships cannot go. You’ll feel like you're aboard your own private yacht almost as soon as you step aboard. The sitting area of your spacious, newly refurbished suite gives you an expansive ocean view, making it a welcome retreat. Each suite is equipped with a queen bed (which can be separated as twins if you prefer) with luxurious Egyptian cotton linens; flat screen TV with DVD player; minibar/refrigerator; walk-in closet and ample drawer space; private bath with granite countertop, full-size tub and shower, and luxurious L'Occitane toiletries; waffle-weave robe and slippers; hairdryer; and safe. Stylish public spaces invite conversation and relaxation; onboard amenities include the WindSpa, a fitness center, a casino and entertainment lounge, the Star Bar, a library, a counter current pool and / or whirlpool, and a water sports platform offering water-skiing, windsurfing, snorkeling and kayaking, weather permitting. Dining in The AmphorA Restaurant or in the more casual Candles or Veranda is an epicurean delight. Over 140 crewmembers attend to the needs of a total of just 212 passengers aboard Star Breeze, assuring the most attentive service. Phone Brochure Newsletter
Renovated: 2014 Length: 440 ft. Draft: 16.5 ft. Beam: 63 ft. Tonnage: 9,975 gross registered tons Cruising Speed: 15 knots Air Conditioned: Yes Elevator: Yes Number of Guests: 212 Crew Members: 145 Registry: Bahamas Crew Nationality: International Internet: Send / Receive / Surf Renovated: 2015 Length: 440 ft. Draft: 16.5 ft. Beam: 63 ft. Tonnage: 9,975 gross registered tons Cruising Speed: 15 knots Air Conditioned: Yes Elevator: Yes Number of Guests: 212 Crew Members: 145 Registry: Bahamas Crew Nationality: International Internet: Send / Receive / Surf Renovated: 2015 Length: 440 ft. Draft: 16.5 ft. Beam: 63 ft. Tonnage: 9,975 gross registered tons Cruising Speed: 15 knots Air Conditioned: Yes Elevator: Yes Number of Guests: 212 Crew Members: 145 Registry: Bahamas Crew Nationality: International Internet: Send / Receive / Surf
STAR PRIDE STAR LEGEND STAR BREEZE
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