Enjoy regional specialities and wine tasting on this unique cruise through the heart of Spain, taking in the lively city of Seville and the whitewashed village of Vejer de la Frontera.
Discover the impressive Mudejar architecture and UNESCO-listed highlights of enchanting Seville on a guided walking tour, before setting sail. Cruise past the breathtaking Donana National Park, a UNESCO biosphere natural reserve, which attracts millions of migrating birds each year.
Enjoy a guided tour of Cadiz, known as the heart of Flamenco, and explore the captivating whitewashed villages of Vejer de la Frontera and Conil de la Frontera. Tuck into a Spanish-themed dinner and experience an evening of flamenco.
Visit an authentic Andalusian hacienda on the banks of the Guadalquivir and sample some of the local wines. You'll also be treated to a special horse show. Enjoy a tour of the magnificent Palacio de las Duenas, before spending your last afternoon exploring Seville at leisure.
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SVS - Amazing Andalucia Itinerary
Day 1 - Seville (Spain)
Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6 p.m. We’ll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail. The rest of the evening is yours to do as you please.
Day 2 - Seville - Cadiz
This morning, join us for a guided tour on foot of Seville, known by its secret code NO8DO (She has not abandoned me). Discover this splendid city and its impressive Mudéjar architecture. Many of its buildings are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and we’ll enjoy a guided tour of the cathedral. In the afternoon, we'll begin to cruise towards Cádiz. Will pass in front of the Doñana National Park, a UNESCO biosphere natural reserve, which spreads along the right bank of the river to its estuary. Located between the European and African continents, the reserve is one of the most important wet zones in the area and attracts several million migrating birds a year. We’ll arrive in Cádiz this evening.
Day 3 - Cadiz - Pueblos Blancos
This morning, we’ll set out on a guided tour of Cádiz. Built on a rock and surrounded by the sea, this fortified city is connected to the mainland only by a narrow strip of sand. This afternoon, join us for a chance to admire the Pueblos Blancos in Vejer de la Frontera and Conil de la Frontera. The Pueblos Blancos are hilltop village homes painted in bright whitewash surrounded by bucolic scenery. They are symbolic of the ancient Moorish charm found in the region. Tonight's entertainment will be a flamenco show.
Day 4 - El Puerto de Santa Maria - Isla Minima
We’ll visit the Osborne bodega and taste the local wines.* Our ship will cruise to Isla Minima, where we'll visit an authentic Andalusian hacienda located on the banks of the Guadalquivir and watch a horse show in its private arena. After we return on board, we’ll begin to cruise to Seville.
Day 5 - Seville
This morning, we’ll tour the Palacio de las Dueñas. Then, enjoy a free afternoon in Seville. Or you can join us for an optional excursion (not included in package): Full-day trip to Grenada (available only through reservation before departure). Grenada is known for its Moorish architectural style—especially the majesty of the Alhambra fortress and the Generalife summer palace. After, we will return to Seville. Tonight is our festive gala evening.
Day 6 - Seville
Breakfast on board. Disembark at 9am.
The Captain reserves the right to modify the itinerary if necessary