Spain France & Portugal from Southampton – MSC Virtuosa – 16 July 2022
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Day 1
16 Jul 2022
16 Jul 2022
Southampton - Embark Virtuosa
Southampton is a port city on England’s south coast. It’s home to the SeaCity Museum, with an interactive model of the Titanic, which departed from Southampton in 1912. Nearby, Southampton City Art Gallery specializes in modern British art. Solent Sky Museum features vintage aircraft like the iconic Spitfire. Tudor House & Garden displays artifacts covering over 800 years of history, including a penny-farthing bike.
Day 2-3
17 Jul 2022
17 Jul 2022
At Sea
At Sea You’ll always find a place to bask in the sun onboard or find the outdoor whirlpools, swimming pools and ample sun loungers, or simply relax with a book or a cocktail and enjoy the peace of the company of newfound friends.
Day 4
19 Jul 2022
19 Jul 2022
Cadiz, Spain
Cadiz. Positioned on a narrow spit of land jutting out into the Atlantic Ocean. Cadiz has been the home of the Spanish navy since the 18th century. Founded 3000 years ago by the Phoenicians, Cadiz is the oldest city in Western Europe. The beautiful Gothic Cathedral of La Giralda can be found in the Jewish quarter of Santa Cruz which is renowned for its array of whitewashed houses and scented Bougainvillea.
Day 5
20 Jul 2022
20 Jul 2022
Malaga, Spain
Malaga. The Spanish port of Malaga stands out as a bustling destination with its own unique character. Rising high above the city with spectacular views, are the ruins of the 14th-century Moorish castle. Its most famous son Pablo Picasso is recognized with a history of the artist’s life at the city’s fascinating Picasso Foundation.
Day 6
21 Jul 2022
21 Jul 2022
Alicante, Spain
Alicante is a multi-faceted city. Constantly changing around every corner as you stroll around. Its port is similar to most other Spanish ports. The Playa del Postiguet is an expanse of soft creamy sand with an ample supply “to rent” sun loungers, parasols, cabana beds, beach volleyball courts, and ocean-view bars. Whilst the Explanada de Espana is a perfectly straight street of waterside restaurants, sidewalk cafes, and the odd craft stall.
Day 7-8
22 Jul 2022
22 Jul 2022
Palma de Mallorca, Sp[ain
Palma a major port, and the summer holiday spot of choice for Spain's royal family. Explore the lovely old quarter and step into the past in the historic churches, then get a taste of contemporary Palma in the city's lively tapas bars. Visit the Arab Baths, the Moorish Palace, and the Mallorca Museum, buy a string of Mallorca pearls, or for outstanding views of the harbor take a ride on the wooden train to Soller. Fjordland National Park
Day 9
24 Jul 2022
24 Jul 2022
Villefranche sur Mer, France
Villefranche Sur Mer, The picturesque little village of Villefranche Sur Mer, whose historic medieval buildings cluster along the coast, is a fascinating place to visit. Its popularity is due in part to its proximity to Nice, Monaco, Cannes, and the French Riviera. The glamorous Côte d'Azur is an extraordinary playground for the rich and famous. Greenock, Scotland
Day 10
25 Jul 2022
25 Jul 2022
Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona. Towering temple columns, ancient city walls, and subterranean stone corridors provide a window into Roman-era Barcino. Take a stroll through the shadowy lanes of the Gothic quarter, past tranquil plazas and soaring 14th-century cathedrals. In other parts of town bloom the sculptural masterpieces of Modernisme, a mix of ingenious and whimsical creations by Gaudí and his Catalan architectural contemporaries.
Day 11
26 Jul 2022
26 Jul 2022
At Sea
At Sea You’ll always find a place to bask in the sun onboard or find the outdoor whirlpools, swimming pools and ample sun loungers, or simply relax with a book or a cocktail and enjoy the peace of the company of newfound friends.
Day 12
27 Jul 2022
27 Jul 2022
Lisbon, Portugal
Lisbon. The wonderful city of Lisbon is simply full of Neoclassical buildings and wide plazas. Famed as the port from which ships departed on their discovery of the Americas and the New World. Its magnificent harbor is spanned by the longest suspension bridge in Europe. Other landmarks include the World Heritage Sites of Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery, both built-in Lisbon's native Manueline architectural style.
Day 13-14
28 Jul 2022
28 Jul 2022
At Sea
At Sea You’ll always find a place to bask in the sun onboard or find the outdoor whirlpools, swimming pools and ample sun loungers, or simply relax with a book or a cocktail and enjoy the peace of the company of newfound friends.
Day 15
30 Jul 2022
30 Jul 2022
Southampton - Disembark Virtuosa
Southampton is a port city on England’s south coast. It’s home to the SeaCity Museum, with an interactive model of the Titanic, which departed from Southampton in 1912. Nearby, Southampton City Art Gallery specializes in modern British art. Solent Sky Museum features vintage aircraft like the iconic Spitfire. Tudor House & Garden displays artifacts covering over 800 years of history, including a penny-farthing bike.
