April 15 to 23, 2012
Featuring Culinary Expert, Kristine Kidd
Portugal, Spain, France
Cruising aboard the Deluxe Small Ship m.s. Le Boréal
From the old-world sophistication of Portugal to the artistic riches of Spain’s Basque Country and the magnificent medieval towers of France’s La Rochelle, riveting historic seaports await you along the western European coast. Come experience the culture and beauty of these unique European coastal civilizations.
Join fellow travelers for a seven-night cruise aboard the exclusively chartered, deluxe m.s. Le Boréal featuring five UNESCO World Heritage sites. Linger over a glass of hearty port beside the Douro River in Oporto. Walk in the footsteps of ancient pilgrims on the St. James Way in Santiago de Compostela. Cruise along a rocky stretch of Spain’s Costa Verde. Observe the intriguing balance of age-old traditions and modern touches in Bilbao, with a visit to the illustrious Guggenheim Museum. Visit the lively port town of La Rochelle on the coast of France’s magnificent Bay of Biscay, and tour the medieval abbey at Mont St. Michel.
By special arrangement, enrich your appreciation of these coastal civilizations through the unique C’est Bon! Culinary Traditions™ optional excursions accompanied by culinary expert Kristine Kidd and featuring exclusive tastings which celebrate the regional cuisines, wines and local foods of our ports of call. On board, enjoy culinary lectures by Kristine and a special cooking demonstration by the master chef of the m.s. Le Boréal.
Expand your experience of these remarkable cultures by choosing the two-night Lisbon Pre-Cruise Option and/or the two-night Paris Post-Cruise Option.
Space for this exclusive itinerary and excellent value has quickly sold out in the past, so make your reservations while space is still available.
Mont St. Michel, Normandy, France
Oporto, Portugal
m.s. Le Boréal
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