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French Leave
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A must for all Francophiles, there’s a certain ‘je ne sais quoi’ about this unusual cruise visiting a selection of ports along the channel and the Bay of Biscay to give an authentic taste of maritime culture. Whether you choose to explore ancient castles and grand basilicas, wander the old towns and admire the architecture, or simply sip a glass of wine and watch the world go by, you’ll be captivated by these beautiful locations.
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Day 1 - Tilbury, (London)
Today we will pick you up from your front door and take you down to board your cruise in Tilbury in Essex, to start your journey!
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Day 2 - At Sea
Today you will have a full day at sea, use this opportunity to have a look around your fantastic cruise ship, the ‘Marco Polo’.
There are five main lounge areas. The Magellan Deck offers the theatre style Marco Polo Lounge; the elegant Captains Club, a perfect venue for pre-dinner cocktails with the resident pianist; the relaxing Palm Garden, a quiet spot with wonderful panoramic ocean views; and the stylish Columbus Lounge and completing the quintet is Scotts Bar, located on Amundsen Deck, an ideal spot for night owls
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Day 3 - Gijon (Spain)
Gijon began as a fishing village nearly 3,000 years ago and today is an important port on the Atlantic coast of northern Spain. The historic fishing village known as Cimadevilla is located on a peninsula that divides the port in half. Most of the streets are cobblestone and many of the buildings have been renovated. The region of Asturias surrounding Gijon is known in Spain for its greenness and beauty. Visit historic Oviedo, the site of several medieval churches and elegant Sancta Ovetens cathedral which contains the royal Asturian tombs.
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Day 4 Saint-Jean-de-Luz (France)
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Day 5 - Le Verdon (France)
Today you will arrive in Le Verdon, at the mouth of the Gironde Estuary, the port of Le Verdon, through pastoral settings of charming chateaux, fertile vineyards and the Medoc region's low rising hills, is your gateway to the bustling city of Bordeaux and its fine winemaking industry.
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Day 6 - Brest (France)
Today you have a day in Brest (france) to do things at your own leisure, stay near or even on the cruise ship or go and explore, the choice is yours!
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Day 7 - St Mary's (Isles of Scilly)
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Day 8 - St Peters Port (Guernsey)
Today you will arrive in ST. Peters Port in Guernsey.
The cobbled streets and relaxed style of Guernsey’s picturesque main town introduce you to the unique Channel Islands. Certainly more Anglo than French, but with enough ‘je ne sais quoi’ to make you think otherwise. Guernsey has a captivating island history, wonderful beaches, miles of coastal walks and tax-free shopping for the less energetic.
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Day 9 - Honfleur (France)
Today you have a day in Honfleur (France), this pretty little town, at the mouth of the River Seine, makes a perfect finale to a spectacular cruise. The old harbour and marina are just delightful and the narrow streets and alleys of the old quarter are little changed since French medieval times. Clause Monet’s famous house and garden at Givenchy is within reach and a very popular tour option.
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Day 10 - Tilbury (London)
Today you arrive back in Tilbury, and we will be there waiting for you to pick you up as you leave the cruise ship to take you back to your front door, to finish your journey.
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