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Iberian Return with Country Roads of Portugal

Oceania Nautica™

23rd Aug 27

14 Nights

From

£5,099PP

Itinerary
Ship

Day 1

Sail from Southampton, UK (Embarkation Day)

Make your own way to Southampton port for your 3-night cruise on board Nautica

Day 2-3

At sea

Day 4

Lisbon, Portugal (Disembarkation Day)

Today your cruise comes to an end. Disembark ship and be transferred to your Lisbon hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 5

Lisbon, Portugal - 11day/10 nights Country Roads of Portugal - Classic Group tour

Settle in and relax before joining your Travel Director for dinner at a local restaurant. Enjoy the opportunity to mingle with your fellow travellers during a pleasant evening of good food and wine. Overnight stay at Dom Pedro Lisboa, Lisbon

Day 6

Lisbon and the Age of the Great Discoveries

Your guided sightseeing with a Local Expert takes you along the avenues of the Lower Town and past tree-shaded squares. See the ancient Belém Tower and marvel at the Monument to the Discoveries. Explore more of the Belém Quarter as you visit the Cloister of Jeronimos Monastery and enjoy a taste of Pastéis de Belém from the patisserie that has been using the same secret recipe for almost 200 years. This evening, gain further insight into Portuguese culture with an Optional Experience dinner. Overnight stay at Dom Pedro Lisboa, Lisbon

Day 7

The Algarve from Lisbon

Cross the River Tagus and head towards the sun-drenched southern coast to reach Lagos, a fishing port nestled in the bay of Meia Praia. After some free time to explore, continue to your hotel, set near the Algarvian coastline. Simplicity is at the heart of the local cuisine, with seafood so fresh it still tastes of the sea. Overnight stay at Ria Park Hotel & Spa,

Day 8

Algarve -Everlasting Évora The Algarve (Everlasting Évora)

Journey to the medieval walled city of Évora where cathedrals, churches, aqueducts and ancient castle walls all serve to create the feeling that this beautiful city is a living, breathing museum to Portugal's rich past. Join your Local Expert to explore the highlights of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. See the Roman Temple and visit the Capela dos Ossos, an extraordinary 16th-century chapel comprising the skulls and bones of 5,000 bones. Visit the cathedral with its attractive mix of Romanesque and Gothic architecture. With the rest of the afternoon at leisure, you may wish to continue to stroll through Évora’s unique historical centre, or the serene city park, following the aqueduct inside the city walls. Overnight stay at M'Ar de Ar Aqueduto, Évora

Day 9

Monsaraz and Évora

Travel to the striking white village of Monsaraz, situated on an imposing hilltop, surrounded by olive groves and vineyards. From the castle ruins, admire the spectacular views across to the dry Spanish plains, contrasting with the blue of one of the largest artificial lakes. Join a local boat captain for a leisurely cruise on the tranquil waters of Lake Alqueva. Relax and enjoy picturesque views and tales of river life. Sit down to a delicious lunch at local restaurant Sem Fim, once an olive mill. Enjoy a wide range of tasty tapas dishes showcasing the local cuisine, and soak up the vibrant; cheerful atmosphere. Return to Évora where the evening is at your leisure to explore this beautifully preserved regional capital.

Day 10

On to Fátima and Tomar

This morning, enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience with a visit to Casa Relvas for a wine tasting, featuring uniquely Portuguese grape varietals like Touriga Nacional. Despite the dry climate of the Alentejo region, this family-run estate produces exceptional wine through innovative water-saving techniques. Continue your journey to Fátima, Portugal's most renowned pilgrimage site. Here, you may visit the basilica or the Chapel of the Apparitions, commemorating the Virgin Mary's appearance to three young shepherds in 1917. Journey across central Portugal’s rolling hills to explore Tomar with Insight Choice. Choose to visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site Convento do Cristo with a Local Expert, where you’ll admire the octagonal Templars' Rotunda and the Manueline Window, and learn about the daily life of a warrior monk. Alternatively, join a guided city tour and visit the Synagogue of Tomar, one of the best-preserved medieval synagogues in Portugal, as your Local Expert reveals the town’s rich architectural and cultural history. Overnight stay Templários, Tomar

Day 11

Coimbra and the Douro Valley

In Coimbra, your Local Expert will show you the highlights of the Old Town, including the University of Coimbra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit its impressive baroque university library, one of the finest in the world. Your journey continues past verdant hills and lush vineyards, along the tranquil waters of the Douro River. Enjoy a wonderful Farm-to-Table lunch, freshly prepared from locally sourced ingredients, with a Port wine tasting. Overnight stay at Douro Palace Resort & Spa, Douro Valley

Day 12

Guimarães and Porto

The mountain ranges of Northern Portugal accompany your morning journey to Guimarães, known as the birthplace of Portugal. Here, you can take in views from the Visigoth castle before wandering the cobbled streets and charming squares that exude medieval character. Continue to Porto, a city steeped in history whose central district is recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Porto seamlessly blends tradition and modernity. Accompanied by your Local Expert, visit the São Bento Railway Station, renowned for the hand-painted azulejo tilework depicting scenes of Portugal’s past, and stroll across the Dom Luís I Bridge, a masterpiece of engineering that offers spectacular views of the Douro River. For a different perspective, consider joining an Optional Experience to explore the pastel-hued houses of the Ribeira district, cruise aboard a traditional Rabelo boat, and savour traditional flavours at a riverside restaurant. Overnight stay at Mercure Centro Santa Catarina, Porto

Day 13

Porto, Grande Dame on the Douro

With a full day free to enjoy at your own pace, why not take a stroll to admire the multi-coloured houses and churches covered in beautiful glazed tiles. Perhaps choose to visit Braga, the capital of Baroque. Overnight stay at Mercure Centro Santa Catarina, Porto

Day 14

Ancient Óbidos and Lisbon

Discover the charm of the fortified town of Óbidos. Step inside the medieval town's ancient walls to wander through cobblestone streets, then continue to Lisbon. This evening, join your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a delightful dinner, raising a glass to the unforgettable moments shared on your tour. Overnight hotel at TURIM Marquês, Lisbon

Day 15

Lisbon, Portugal to UK

After checkout from your hotel be transferred to the airport for your return flight home to the UK.

Why Book

Oceania Nautica Stateroom Options:

Inside Stateroom with drinks from £5,099pp
Outside Stateroom with drinks from £5,229pp
Veranda Stateroom with drinks from £5,389pp
Concierge Stateroom with drinks from £5,499pp

Iberian Return with Country Roads of Portugal Cruise Highlights:

Sail away for 3 nights on Nautica from Southampton
Full Board meals
House Beverage Package
Shipboard Gratuities and WiFi
Private overseas transfers throughout
Stay 1 night at 5* Dom Pedro Lisboa hotel in Lisbon
10 night Country Roads of Portugal Escorted coach tour
All overseas transfers
In-Suite and In-Stateroom Dining
All Speciality Dining

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Oceania Nautica™

Overview

Elegantly charming, Oceania Nautica’s lounges, suites and staterooms boast luxurious, residential furnishings and her decks are resplendent in the finest teak, custom stone and tile work. Oceania Nautica offers every luxury you may expect on board one of our stylish ships. She features four unique, open-seating restaurants, the Aquamar Spa + Vitality Center, eight lounges and bars, a casino and 333 luxurious suites and chic staterooms, nearly 70% of which feature private verandas. With just 670 guests to pamper, our 400 professionally trained staff ensure you will wait for nothing.

The better-than-new Nautica blends sophistication with a contemporary flair to create a casually elegant ambiance that embodies the most treasured elements of our celebrated ships. Every surface of every suite and stateroom is entirely new, while in the public spaces, a refreshed color palette of soft sea and sky tones surrounds a tasteful renewal of fabrics, furnishings and lighting fixtures that exquisitely encompasses the inimitable style and comfort of Oceania Cruises.

Food & Drink

Culinary Masterpieces

The superb gourmet restaurants aboard Oceania Nautica serve delectable dishes created à la minute and offer a remarkable array of choices, from Continental cuisine and vibrant regional specialties to casual all-American favorites. Every restaurant on board Oceania Nautica is complimentary and features open seating so you may dine wherever and whenever suits your taste and schedule. Enjoy dinner for two or a gathering with newfound friends, knowing the experience is certain to be extraordinary.The Luxury of Casual

The Luxury of Casual

You’ll savor cuisine renowned as the finest at sea no matter where you choose to dine or relax on Oceania Nautica– whether that means a poolside burger, a scoop of Humphry Slocombe’s bourbon-flavored cornflake-studded Secret Breakfast ice cream or a perfectly prepared cappuccino accompanied by freshly baked biscotti. Our culinary team’s attention to detail, passion for artisanal ingredients and dedication to technique extends to our casual dining, poolside experiences, Baristas coffee bar and the cherished ritual of Afternoon Tea.

In-Room Dining Experiences

After a day of enriching adventures ashore or an enjoyable day on board, dining in the privacy of your suite or stateroom with our compliments is always a welcome possibility. A complete menu of varied dining experiences is available around the clock, featuring an extensive array of delectable breakfast, lunch and dinner items. All suites and staterooms have the added luxury of enjoying a full, hot breakfast in-room and those staying in Concierge Level or above have the additional privilege of ordering from an expanded lunch and dinner room service menu from The Grand Dining Room. Suite guests have the ultimate indulgence of enjoying course-by-course meals from the comfort of their spacious sanctuaries. Revel in the private luxury of your suite or stateroom, and enjoy an exquisite meal on your tranquil veranda as you take in spectacular seascapes.

Entertainment

Life On Board

Each day aboard our ships is a spectacle and adventure to experience, from world-class music, high-energy production shows and dazzling cabarets to rousing deck games, spirited wine tastings and evenings at our atmospheric casino. For those seeking more cerebral pursuits, engaging talks by passionate Guest Speakers, chef-led demonstrations inspired by the local cuisine and animated Team Trivia sessions invite you to experience each new horizon more fully.

Music & Entertainment

Evenings aboard Oceania Nautica can be anything you desire. Marvel at the continuously changing talented guest entertainers as you delight in high-energy production shows, talented vocalists, classical music and more. Perhaps stop by the lively Monte Carlo-style Casino for a rousing game or two. Unforgettable evenings are just steps from your stateroom.

Bars & Lounges

From chic Martinis to the laid-back poolside Waves Bar, there's a perfect enclave on board Oceania Nautica for every mood. Visit the elegant Grand Bar for a pre-dinner cocktail, catch a headline act in the Lounge or watch the sun set in Horizons accompanied by a glass of wine and lively music. As you explore the world, these bars and lounges are the place to unwind, gather together, laugh and take in one-of-a-kind shows and musical performances.

Oceania Nautica - Oceania@Sea Internet Centre

Oceania Nautica - Entertainment & Onboard Shows

Oceania Nautica - Aquamar Spa + Vitality Center

Oceania Nautica - Running Track & Sports Deck

Oceania Nautica - Salon & Barber Shop Services

Health & Fitness

Wellness at Sea

Explore the complete array of holistic programs, services and experiences available at Aquamar Spa + Vitality Center – rejuvenating massages, facials, nutrition and lifestyle consultations and so much more are all at your fingertips. Keep up with your exercise routine at our state-of-the-art fitness center or try something new at one of our free fitness classes. Of course, complete relaxation awaits on the gleaming Pool Deck…the perfect place to unwind after an adventurous day ashore.

A Spa Within a Spa

Take advantage of time during your Oceania Cruises voyage to focus on your wellness. Unwind, relax and reconnect with your inner balance. Explore our rejuvenating massages, body therapies, facials and more below.

Fitness & Training

Aquamar Spa + Vitality Centre provides you a blissful wellness retreat at sea that includes complimentary fitness classes and a state-of-the-art fitness centre. From sunrise yoga on deck to boot camp to core conditioning, you are sure to find a class to suit your preferences. One-on-one personal training is also available, as is the latest exercise equipment, such as treadmills with heart-rate monitoring and LCD screens, strength-training machines and free weights. Marina and Riviera also feature a Kinesis® exercise wall.

Kids & Teens

Please be advised Oceania Nautica does not offer any dedicated children's facilities.

Terms & Conditions

Advertised offers are based on 2 adults sharing the lowest category stateroom/cabin/suite unless otherwise stated. Single supplements may apply. Offers are subject to availability and can change without any prior notice and may go up or down in price. Cruise Line campaign(s) and saving messages are strictly controlled by the Cruise Line(s) and are subject to change or be withdrawn without notice. Flight inclusive packages, where promoted, are based on the cheapest UK departure airport so please ask for further details. Advertised hotels, if any, are suggested however are changeable at a possible additional cost. All prices and port itineraries are correct at the time of print but are subject to change by the Cruise Line(s) without prior notice. Hays Travel reserves the right to correct any errors or omissions in this brochure. Some ports of call may be tendered whereas vessels drop anchor a short distance away and use small boats to reach the shore. Full board to all-inclusive inclusions vary by the Cruise Line(s) and restrictions may apply. Some onboard facilities and items may incur a charge. Select destinations may require travel authorisation for visa-exempt travellers to be completed prior to travelling. Hays Travel LTD excepts no responsibility or compensation for any incomplete forms or declined entries from the respective country or countries that the individual(s) are visiting.