Cape Verde, Canaries & Morocco Winter Escape

21 nights from £999pp departing Thursday 16th Feb 2023

Colourful Spanish and Portuguese culture extends far beyond the shores of Europe, as you’ll discover during this amazing sojourn around the sun-drenched south. From historic Lisbon and Oporto, to the Canary Islands, with their magnificent hillsides and valleys, fascinating shops and bustling harbours. Mindelo in Cape Verde will be our most remote destination, with its lively Brazilian influenced atmosphere, cobblestone streets, colonial buildings and tranquil harbour, before we return via Morocco, with its incredible array of gleaming mosques and evocative bazaars.

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Funchal, Madeira

The Madeira archipelago’s capital city really will take your breath away with its rolling hills, dramatic mountain scenes, year-round blooming gardens and renowned wineries.

Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Feel the beating heart of locals at Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Excitement never stops here amongst the tropical oasis, eclectic-coloured buildings, a showstopping auditorium and vibrant shops for every occasion.

Mindelo, Sao Vicente

There’s never a dull day in the cultural capital of Sao Vicente. Feel the carnival inspiration and Brazilian influence as you soak in Mindelo’s vibrant atmosphere and colourful architecture.

Las Palmas

With a vibrant melting pot of different cultures and a unique blend of bustling city and glorious beaches, Las Palmas will delight every mood. Come and feel the energy for yourself!

Casablanca

A prosperous city of creativity, Casablanca offers a unique modern edge that isn’t widely seen in other parts of the country. Be sure to visit Hassan II Mosque for a magnificent architectural wonder.

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Itinerary

Map

					Arrive	Depart
	16th16	FebFeb	202323	Tilbury, England, embark on the Ambience		17:00
Just 22 nautical miles down river from the Tower Bridge in London, Tilbury is a popular turnaround port for cruises visiting Baltic and Northern European destinations.
	17th17	FebFeb	202323	At Sea
	18th18	FebFeb	202323	At Sea
	19th19	FebFeb	202323	At Sea
	20th20	FebFeb	202323	Lisbon, Portugal	08:00	18:00
Set on seven hills on the banks of the River Tagus, Lisbon has been the capital of Portugal since the 13th century. It is a city famous for its majestic architecture, old wooden trams, Moorish features and more than twenty centuries of history. Following disastrous earthquakes in the 18th century, Lisbon was rebuilt by the Marques de Pombal who created an elegant city with wide boulevards and a great riverfront and square, Praça do Comércio. Today there are distinct modern and ancient sections, combining great shopping with culture and sightseeing in the Old Town, built on the city's terraced hillsides. The distance between the ship and your tour vehicle may vary. This distance is not included in the excursion grades.
	21st21	FebFeb	202323	At Sea
	22nd22	FebFeb	202323	Funchal, Madeira, Portugal	07:00	17:00
Formed by a volcanic eruption, Madeira lies in the Gulf Stream, about 500 miles due west of Casablanca. Discovered by Portuguese explorer João Gonçalves Zarco in 1419, this beautiful island became part of Portugal’s vast empire and was named for the dense forest which cloaked it - 'Madeira' means 'wood' in Portuguese. Sugar plantations first brought wealth here, and when King Charles II of England granted an exclusive franchise to sell wine to England and its colonies, many British emigrants were drawn to the capital, Funchal. Today’s travellers come to Madeira for the varied and luxuriant scenery, from mountain slopes covered with vines to picturesque villages and a profusion of wild flowers. The natural beauty of the island has earned it many pseudonyms such as ‘The Floating Garden of the Atlantic’, 'The Island of Eternal Springtime' and ‘God’s Botanical Gardens’ and our selection of excursions aim to show you why.
	23rd23	FebFeb	202323	Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain	13:00	23:00
The largest of the Canary Islands, Tenerife is a beautiful and scenic island which enjoys year-round sunshine and is dominated by Mount Teide. The mountain range runs through the centre of the island, with fertile valleys on the northern side. In the central part of the range is the gigantic natural crater of the Cañadas del Teide, about 14 miles in diameter. Santa Cruz, the island’s pretty capital, was originally a small fishing village but has now grown into a modern city, and also contains 16th-century civic buildings and ornate private mansions. Near the pier is the Santa Cruz Palmetum, a Botanical Garden covering an area of 29 acres, specialising in palms.
	24th24	FebFeb	202323	At Sea
	25th25	FebFeb	202323	At Sea
	26th26	FebFeb	202323	Mindelo, São Vicente Island, Cape Verde	08:00	17:00
Your next stop will be Cape Verde’s cultural capital, Mindelo. Get along with the locals listening to the real morna in the bars of the old town and sipping the local drink, a sugarcane spirit. This island is also known by its British and Portuguese colonial architecture and pastel-coloured houses, the municipal market and the facades of the old Governor’s Palace.
	27th27	FebFeb	202323	Praia, Santiago Island, Cape Verde	08:00	16:00
Start your Expedition Cruise in Praia, the capital of Cape Verde, located in the south of Santiago Island. You can explore its old centre overlooking the ocean and its historical buildings with transom windows. In the old quarter, you can also learn about the diversity of the archipelago’s cultural origins in the Ethnographic Museum. To finish your day, head to the harbour to visit the Diogo Gomes statue, paying homage to the man who discovered the archipelago in 1460.
	28th28	FebFeb	202323	At Sea
	1st01	MarMar	202323	At Sea
	2nd02	MarMar	202323	Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain	08:00	17:00
Perhaps the prettiest of the Canary Islands, Gran Canaria is an almost circular isle with the peak of Pozo de Las Nieves, its highest point, at the centre. With a wealth of natural beauty and all the exciting attractions of city life in the capital, the island offers the best of both worlds. You will no doubt wish to see the sights of the capital’s old quarter, which dates back to the 15th century and encompassses the Vegueta and Triana districts, and wherever you go you can enjoy the glorious subtropical climate, perfect for growing exotic palms and fruits.
	3rd03	MarMar	202323	At Sea
	4th04	MarMar	202323	Casablanca, Morocco	08:00	22:00
The original settlement formed on the site of Casablanca by the Berbers became the kingdom of Anfa, and during the 15th century harboured pirates who raided the Portuguese coast. In retaliation for the attacks, the Portuguese destroyed Anfa and founded the town they called Casa Branca (white house). They remained here until an earthquake in 1755 and the town was subsequently rebuilt by Mohammed ben Abdallah, whose legacy of mosques and houses can still be seen in the old Medina. Casablanca acquired its present-day name when the Spanish obtained special port privileges in 1781. The French landed here in 1907, later establishing a protectorate and modelling the town on the port of Marseilles. Today Casablanca is Morocco’s largest city, its most significant port and the centre of commerce and industry. The city is a vibrant fusion of European, African and Arabian influences and its French colonial architecture and art deco buildings seamlessly blend in with the busy, colourful markets. Please note that vendors in the souks can be very persistent and eager to make a sale.
	5th05	MarMar	202323	At Sea
	6th06	MarMar	202323	Leixões, Portugal	07:00	14:00
Ever since the Romans constructed a fort here and began using it as a trading post, Oporto has been a prosperous commercial centre. In the 15th and 16th centuries the city benefited from the wealth generated by Portugal’s maritime discoveries, and later, the establishment of a lucrative wine trade with Britain compensated for the loss of the spice trade. Today, Portugal’s second-largest city is a thriving, cosmopolitan place and is famous for its production of the fortified, sweet 'port' wine. Its historic centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the city was also awarded the status of European Capital of Culture in 2001. A large sandbar prevents ships from sailing into Oporto itself, so for over a century they have used nearby Leixões instead, a man-made seaport constructed nine miles from the city. Leixões is one of Portugal's major sea ports and is also home to one of the country's oldest football clubs, winners of the Taça de Portugal cup in 1961.
	7th07	MarMar	202323	At Sea
	8th08	MarMar	202323	At Sea
	9th09	MarMar	202323	Tilbury, England, disembark the Ambience	07:00
Just 22 nautical miles down river from the Tower Bridge in London, Tilbury is a popular turnaround port for cruises visiting Baltic and Northern European destinations.

Ambience

Launch Year

1991

Refit Year

2017

Tonnage

70,285

Capacity

1,400

Cabins

798

Accessible

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Buckingham Restaurant

Breakfast and lunch are generally served on an open seating basis, giving you and your appetite plenty of choice. With dinner, we operate two sittings, which can be requested when booking your cruise.

Chef's Table

Why not expand your taste buds at our VIP Chef’s Table for a glittering gastronomic experience.

Sea & Grass

Enjoy a taste sensation at our speciality restaurant.

The Fusion

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Dome Observatory & Nightclub

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Palladium

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SW19

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Raffle's Bar

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Centre Court

There are six entertainment venues including the impressive three-decked central Atrium.

Botanical Lounge

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The Observatory

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Holiday Summary

	21 nights aboard the Ambience
	Port Taxes and Fees
	ABTA and ATOL Protection*

Interior staterooms from		£999pp
1	Standard Twin
2	Standard Plus Twin	£1,499pp
3	Superior Twin
4	Premium Twin
IN	Inside Guarantee	£999pp

Oceanview staterooms from		£1,299pp
6	Standard Twin
6B	Standard Twin
6C	Standard Twin
7	Standard Twin	£1,919pp
8	Standard Plus Twin	£2,019pp
9	Superior Twin
11	Superior Plus Twin
12	Premium Twin	£2,289pp
OS	Ocean View Guarantee	£1,299pp

Balcony staterooms
14	Superior Balcony
15	Superior Plus Balcony
16	Premium Balcony

Suite staterooms
JS	Junior Suite
DS	De Luxe Suite