The Atlantic coast - with the Paris Opera Ballet
Route Map
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Lisbon
Portugal
Ride the iconic yellow tram 28 through winding cobblestone streets and discover pastel-colored neighborhoods steeped in centuries of maritime history.
Arrive
2027-08-06 00:00:00
Depart
2027-08-06 18:30:00
Day 2
Leixões
Portugal
Wander through Porto's historic Ribeira district where azulejo-tiled buildings tumble toward the Douro River and vintage port wine lodges beckon across the water.
Arrive
2027-08-07 12:00:00
Depart
2027-08-07 22:00:00
Day 3
Vigo
Spain
Wander through centuries-old granite streets in the medieval Old Town, where Galician culture and Atlantic seafood traditions come alive.
Arrive
2027-08-08 07:00:00
Depart
2027-08-08 23:59:00
Day 4
Vigo
Spain
Wander through centuries-old granite streets in the medieval Old Town, where Galician culture and Atlantic seafood traditions come alive.
Arrive
2027-08-09 00:00:00
Depart
2027-08-09 14:00:00
Day 5
La Coruña
Spain
Marvel at the iconic Tower of Hercules, the world's oldest lighthouse still in use, standing sentinel over dramatic Atlantic cliffs.
Arrive
2027-08-10 07:00:00
Depart
2027-08-10 18:00:00
Day 6
Aviles
Spain
Wander through centuries-old medieval streets and discover stunning Gothic architecture in one of Spain's best-preserved historic port towns.
Arrive
2027-08-11 07:00:00
Depart
2027-08-11 21:00:00
Day 7
Santander
Spain
Wander through centuries of art and architecture in this Cantabrian gem, from Gothic cathedrals to world-class museums nestled against the Bay of Biscay.
Arrive
2027-08-12 07:00:00
Depart
2027-08-12 22:30:00
Day 8
Saint-Jean-de-Luz
France
Wander the charming Basque old town with colorful half-timbered houses and savor fresh seafood overlooking a pristine sandy beach.
Arrive
2027-08-13 07:30:00
Depart
2027-08-13 17:00:00
Day 9
🌊 At Sea
Day 10
Bordeaux
France
Sip world-class wines in prestigious châteaux nestled among rolling vineyards just outside this elegant riverside city.
Arrive
2027-08-15 08:15:00
About This Cruise
<p>From the Gironde to the shores of Portugal, explore the many facets of the Atlantic coast and join the dance on this unique cruise. Organised in partnership with the Paris Opera Ballet, it features a prima ballerina Amandine Albisson as special guest, accompanied by five of the company’s dancers. You will discover the treasures of these lands brimming with history, including fortified towns, fishing ports, maritime traditions and architectural gems. Your journey will be punctuated by stage performances at sea and on land, ballet classes, dance conferences and fascinating discussions. On this enchanting voyage, dance and heritage will intermingle harmoniously to offer you an unforgettable cultural and artistic experience.</p>
From $5,120 per person
9 nights on
Le Boréal
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