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Mediterranean Moments & the Solar Eclipse

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£3009.00

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19 Night Ocean Cruise

This scorching wow factor cruise presents sun-kissed hotspots and a chance to experience a solar eclipse in Gibraltar! Your first port of call is Portugal’s Leixoes, where you could simply relax on the beach, or visit nearby Porto, a walkable city with a UNESCO World Heritage centre featuring quite remarkable buildings. Next up is Gibraltar with its iconic rock and maritime history, then into Spain where we stop at Almeria, a truly must-see city with a tenth century citadel, fortified cathedral, seafront promenade, museums, and art galleries. Alicante blends culture with holiday razzmatazz, Valencia is a beautiful tapestry of beaches and historic sites, Ibiza is home to quaint pueblos, Ceuta is where Spain meets Africa with ancient Arab Baths and medieval defensive walls, Cadiz has pretty plazas, then Vigo is your gateway to Santiago de Compostela – a historic pilgrimage site and lively city.

Key information
Duration:
20 days
Category:
Cruise
Date from:
27/07/2027
Hotel:
Ambition - Ambassador
Price includes
  • Ports of call as stated
  • All meals and snacks onboard
  • Door to Door* service
  • Return coach travel
  • ABTA bonded for your peace of mind
  • A valid UK passport and travel insurance cover is a requirement for travel

Available Dates

Departing
Tue 27 Jul, 2027
Tour Ref
OCAMMN1901
Days
20
Price From
£3009
Pickup Points
  • BATHGATE
  • DUNDEE (GLENTON HOLIDAYS)
  • DUNFERMLINE
  • EDINBURGH
  • FALKIRK
  • GLASGOW
  • HAMILTON
  • HOME PICK UP
  • PERTH
  • STIRLING
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Tue 27 Jul, 2027 OCAMMN1901 20 £3009.00 Ambition - Ambassador View View
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Overview

This scorching wow factor cruise presents sun-kissed hotspots and a chance to experience a solar eclipse in Gibraltar! Your first port of call is Portugal’s Leixoes, where you could simply relax on the beach, or visit nearby Porto, a walkable city with a UNESCO World Heritage centre featuring quite remarkable buildings. Next up is Gibraltar with its iconic rock and maritime history, then into Spain where we stop at Almeria, a truly must-see city with a tenth century citadel, fortified cathedral, seafront promenade, museums, and art galleries. Alicante blends culture with holiday razzmatazz, Valencia is a beautiful tapestry of beaches and historic sites, Ibiza is home to quaint pueblos, Ceuta is where Spain meets Africa with ancient Arab Baths and medieval defensive walls, Cadiz has pretty plazas, then Vigo is your gateway to Santiago de Compostela – a historic pilgrimage site and lively city.

Holiday Highlights & Inclusions

✔ Ports of call: Leixoes (Portugal), Gibraltar, Almeria, Alicante, Valencia, Ibiza, Ceuta, Cadiz and Vigo (Spain)
✔ Nineteen nights in ensuite cabin as selected
✔ All meals and snacks onboard
✔ Door to Door* service
✔ ABTA bonded for your peace of mind

Your Holiday Itinerary

Day One. You will be picked up at home and transferred to Dundee to board Ambition. Perhaps explore the ship before the late afternoon departure.

Days Two – Four. You’ll have three full days at sea to relax, sunbathe, and take in the sea air as your ship sails towards Portugal. Enjoy daytime activities such as quizzes, games and various classes or relax in the Green Sea Spa. Tuck into delicious cuisine then settle down for top notch entertainment.

Day Five. Ambition sails into Leixoes, where you could chill out on the beach or take a trip to neighbouring Porto. Tourist attractions here include a Romanesque cathedral, the Palacio da Bolsa and the Torre dos Clerigos bell tower.

Day Six. Another day at sea to relax in the sun.

Day Seven. Ambition cruises to the British overseas territory of Gibraltar, home to centuries old siege tunnels, botanic gardens, and free roaming Barbary macaques. Watch out for the solar eclipse as the moon covers the sun, revealing the sun’s outer atmosphere with a corona effect in a wondrous display. As the sky darkens, the stars and planets become visible, creating an otherworldly setting†.

Day Eight. Almeria today where the main attractions are the city’s old quarter, the Alcazaba fortress, and the unique City Cathedral with its castle-like towers. Perhaps venture inland to the lunar-like landscapes of the Tabernas Desert where many “Spaghetti Westerns” were filmed.

Day Nine. Alicante is today’s treat, a premier holiday hotspot on the Costa Blanca with great beaches and historic sites.

Day Ten. Wake up in the Mediterranean city of Valencia where you could enjoy a cultural stroll, taking in the Plaza de la Reina with its cathedral and gothic bell tower, then onwards to the World Heritage Site Silk Exchange – or tuck into a paella by the sea.

Day Eleven. Ibiza today, a beautiful island with natural parks and whitewashed villages.

Day Twelve. At sea, enjoying Ambition’s excellent facilities.

Day Thirteen. Discover Ceuta, where two continents meet. Head to the Plaza de Africa, visit the Royal Walls, or just enjoy the coastal beauty.

Day Fourteen. Ambition glides into Cadiz, with its golden sands and bars featuring flamenco dancers.

Day Fifteen. Relax at sea and enjoy being spoiled!

Day Sixteen. Vigo today, home to an elegant waterfront and where the pristine Cies Islands, known as the islands of the gods, are just a short boat ride away – or perhaps take a trip to Santiago de Compostela.

Days Seventeen - Nineteen. Enjoy your final days at sea aboard Ambition.

Day Twenty. Morning arrival in Dundee - your transfer vehicle will be waiting to take you home after your sunshine holiday.

Ambition

Ambition, is Ambassador Cruise Lines second lady of the sea. Her name speaks to our dedication to inspire and delight every guest with an authentic cruise experience that is both effortless and sustainable. 

Indulge your taste buds with a variety of dining options, from two main restaurants to speciality dining* and a casual bistro-style café. Unwind with a drink in one of her four bars, lounges, or pub. Enjoy a spectacular show in the tiered main theatre, or explore new interests in the card room, library, and craft studio.

Ambition also features a wellness centre, gym, two swimming pools, and a range of retail shops—perfect for those leisurely days at sea.

(*Speciality dining may incur additional charges.)

bar lift entertainment pool gym sauna waiter

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Door to Door Service for Ocean Cruise

Our OCEAN CRUISE holidays† start in style when a driver picks you up from your own front door and takes you to port. This service is available to customers living within 15 miles of the pick up points specified below. If you live outside this area, please ask your advisor to check if we can still provide the Door to Door service (additional charges may apply).
  • Bathgate - Bus bay outside new railway station
  • Dundee - Green Market layby (near science centre)
  • Dunfermline - Bus station
  • Edinburgh - Edinburgh Park station, opposite TK Maxx
  • Falkirk - Meeks Road car park (near station)
  • Glasgow - Buchanan bus station
  • Hamilton - Bus station
  • Perth - Bus stop, Canal street opposite Speygate
  • Stirling - Train station

For more details on Door to Door Service please click here

†Door to Door service not available on taster cruises.

Mediterranean Moments & the Solar Eclipse