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Lifestyle & Relaxing Beats – Germany, Belgium, France & Spain Sailing Cruise

Lifestyle & Relaxing Beats – Germany, Belgium, France & Spain Sailing Cruise

From EUR €6,557

Description

Experience the ultimate summertime pleasure from the Channel Islands to wine and art meccas. Indulge in the culinary delights of a renowned Bordelais vineyard during a special “La vie est belle” evening, followed by immersing yourself in the world culture of Ostend, the queen of bathing resorts, and Bruges’ dreamy medieval backdrop. Discover the enchanting idyll of Guernsey in the English Channel, with its steep headlands and picturesque bays, as well as the serene beauty of rugged cliffs and charming harbor towns on the Breton island of Belle-Ile-en-Mer. Uncover the allure of Bordeaux with its fine wines, refined lifestyle, and 18th-century architectural gems, and finally, delight in the gourmet hotspot and cultural capital of San Sebastián, a seaside resort, film city, and foodie mecca all in one. This journey promises an unforgettable blend of culinary, cultural, and natural experiences that will make your summer a truly magical one.

Trip Name
Lifestyle & Relaxing Beats - Germany, Belgium, France & Spain Sailing Cruise
Days
11
Overview
Vessel Type: Three-mast full-rigged ship Length: 138 meters Passenger Capacity: 136 Built: 2021 Building a three-mast full-rigged ship with traditional rigging in the 21st century may seem a little unusual. For SEA CLOUD CRUISES it is a commitment to true passion for sailing. With her clear, classic line she follows the example of her elegant windjammer sisters, but goes completely new ways. An entire deck with balcony cabins, an exclusive wellness and SPA area, a fitness room with sea view, a bistro on deck as an evening alternative to “fine dining” in the restaurant – the youngest member of the SEA CLOUD family offers plenty of room for individuality in addition to genuine windjammer romance. The SEA CLOUD SPIRIT combines traditional windjammer experience with 21st century comfort with up to 136 passengers. Cabins: 69 outside cabins (22 junior and 3 owner suites with balconies) and 7 de luxe lido outside cabins with panoramic windows that can be opened Cabin equipment: Bathrobes, hair dryer, telephone, adjustable A/C, private safe, minibar, coffee machine, TV with entertainment system, WI-FI, exclusive cosmetics, dressing table, bureau Public areas: Restaurant (180° panoramic view) with free seating and one sitting, lido Bar and bistro, lounge with Steinway grand piano, library with comfortable sitting area, sun deck with sunbeds and shower, boutique, hospital, WI-FI Fitness, wellness & spa: Generous wellness and spa area with two treatment rooms, Finnish sauna, steam bath, relaxation room, multi-sensory shower as well as various massages, beauty parlour and hairdressing salon, fitness area with ocean view and the latest cardio equipment, swim platform, watersports equipment, 4 zodiacs

Itinerary



Day 1 - DAY 1 Hamburg/Germany
Departure 06.00 pmHamburg has seen many ships in its time. Richly laden Hanseatic cogs, famous 19th century windjammers and giant vessels have dropped anchor in its port. The beautiful banks of the Elbe form prominent cordons for ships sailing in or out of the port of Hamburg. Moving towards the mouth of the Elbe, they glide by the patrician villas on the Elbchaussee, the Treppenviertel in Blankenese, the Airbus site and the picturesque banks of the Elbe with their green dykes and white beaches. You can catch charming harbor views of the little villages all along the banks of the Elbe.
Day 2 - DAY 2 Day beneath full sails
Climbing the rigging, untying ropes, setting sails – today is all about sailing. Time to lean back and relax in the deck chair and watch the passionate crew hoisting the sails by hand.
Day 3 - DAY 3 Ostend/Belgium
Arrival 01.00 pm, Departure 10.00 pmKing Leopold II built the white palace and the long, wonderfully shady galleries on the beach. Like the casino and kursaal, they hark back to the Belle Époque when Oostende was the favourite summer resort of the aristocracy on the Flemish North Sea coast and was one of the most chic seaside towns in Europe. Although both world wars took their toll on the king's 'queen of seaside resorts', people still come in droves to stroll along the wide beach with its creamy sand and the long promenade. The lively old Hanseatic city of Bruges is captivating and its medieval atmosphere will enchant you. A rich historical heritage has been preserved inside its vast ramparts and it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Day 4 - DAY 4 Day beneath full sails
Just enjoy the perfect sailing conditions with fitness, cosmetics, massage or with a good book in a teak chair.
Day 5 - DAY 5 St Peter Port/Guernsey
Arrival 08.00 am, Departure 01.30 pmA piece of France fallen into the sea and grabbed up by the English' is how Victor Hugo described his place of exile in the Bay of St. Malo, which is closer to the northern coast of France than the south coast of England. Guernsey, the second largest British Channel Island, later inspired Auguste Renoir to produce a whole series of paintings. Narrow, meandering roads bordered by hedges and embankments wind through the interior of the island, which boasts luscious vegetation courtesy of the mild Gulf Stream climate, while in the south, green hills give way to rocky cliffs on the sea's edge. Here, spectacular crags, bays and sandy beaches have been shaped by the vast tidal range pummelling the rock. The pretty island capital of St. Peter Port overlooking the large sheltered harbor and castle boasts a fascinating mixture of styles in a tangle of terraces and stepped gardens.
Day 6 - DAY 6 Brest/France
Arrival 09.00 am, Departure 02.00 pmThanks to its sheltered position in the Bay of Brest, an exquisitely beautiful Atlantic inlet which extends deep inland, the Cité du Ponant has been an important naval port and base for the French Atlantic fleet for centuries. Almost entirely destroyed during the war and rebuilt from scratch, this modern university city now looks resolutely to the future and to its close ties with the navy and the sea. Maritime activities can be best observed from the promenade above the busy port or on the lively quayside itself. Below the old castle with the National Marine Museum is the marina Moulin Blanc, where the marine center "Océanopolis" provides mulitmedia and scientific up-to-date information about tides, weather and marine life in huge aquariums.
Day 7 - DAY 7 Le Palais/Belle-Île-en-Mer
Arrival 08.00 am, Departure 01.30 pmAt 54 square miles, Belle-Île-en-Mer, south of Lorient is the largest of Brittany's islands. For a few weeks every summer, the storms and crashing waves subside and the island takes on a laid-back holiday atmosphere, with lots of bicycles, beach towels and music. On the west coast, the waves break on the rocks causing white crests to dance on the water. Small, idyllic bays and beaches nestle in deep inlets in the rocky coastline, sometimes only accessible from the sea. The island's capital is the port of Le Palais with its imposing citadel and countless street cafés along the harbor and in the Place de la République. Claude Monet spent two and a half months on the island, producing 39 paintings of the wild Côte Sauvage.
Day 8 - DAY 8 Bordeaux (Pauillac)/France
Arrival 09.00 am, Departure 11.00 pmPauillac on the Médoc peninsula at the mouth of the Gironde north-west of Bordeaux is one of the oldest marinas in France. Its wide quayside is just under a mile long and takes a prominent position in the peaceful town center. However, it is Pauillac's location in the middle of one of the best wine-growing areas which has made it famous around the world. The town produces by far the most full-bodied wines in the Médoc and Bordeaux regions. On the outskirts of this town, which has its own 'appellation d'origine contrôlée', are no fewer than 18 of the 61 chateaux included in the list of Grand-Crus in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, as well as three of the five Premier Grand-Cru wine estates: Château Lafite-Rothschild, Château Latour and Château Mouton-Rothschild. An excursion to Bordeaux is more than just a visit to an exquisite city with an old town which features on the UNESCO world heritage list. It is a visual and gastronomic treat for gourmets and sightseers alike.
Day 9 - DAY 9 Day beneath full sails
Relax on the sun deck and watch the crew climb into the shrouds and set sail. More than 4,100 sq m (44,100 sq ft) of sailcloth unfurl for a great day of sailing.
Day 10 - DAY 10 San Sebastián (Pasajes)/Spain
Arrival 08.00 am, Departure 11.00 pmWith its beautiful beach bay, the surrounding mountains and the extraordinary gastronomic offer, the seaside resort of San Sebastián (in Basque: Donostia) is one of the most popular towns on the Basque coast. Only a few kilometers to the east there is a more peaceful atmosphere – and this is exactly what makes Pasaias (Castilian Pasajes) so charming. In this traditional port city, small fishermen's houses are squeezed between the water and green hills on both sides of the river. The district Donibane is especially pretty: A small road leads past old stone houses with colorful wooden balconies – and to quaint bars and fish restaurants.
Day 11 - DAY 11 Bilbao/Spain
Arrival 08.00 amBilbao has always been an important port and industrial city. In 1993, Bilbao was a pilgrimage destination for lovers of modern art and avant-garde architecture. The Guggenheim Museum, with its idiosyncratic and unique design by famous architect Frank O Gehry, showcases everything that is important within its 11,000 square meters (118,403 foot). Steel used to be manufactured in Bilbao and it now plays a major role here, since other renowned architects have also been inspired to give Bilbao an attractive, distinctive look. Cross the futuristic Calatrava Bridge to reach the old town, where you can take a delightful stroll round the lanes and enjoy the art of Basque cuisine.
Day 12 - Please Note:
Itineraries are subject to change.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
13-07-202423-07-2024EUR €6,557Guaranteed Double Cabins. From
13-07-202423-07-2024EUR €6,926Category E: Superior Cabins, Outside. From
13-07-202423-07-2024EUR €8,006Category D: De Luxe Cabins, Outside. From
13-07-202423-07-2024EUR €8,618Category F: Superior Single Cabins, Outside. From
13-07-202423-07-2024EUR €9,131Category C: De Luxe Lido Cabins, Outside. From
13-07-202423-07-2024EUR €10,796Category B: Junior Suites With Balcony. From
13-07-202423-07-2024EUR €12,326Category A: Suites With Balcony. From

Inclusions

    • “La vie est belle” special: a culinary summer evening on a renown Bordelais vineyard
    • Seafront and world culture: Ostend, the queen of bathing resorts, and Bruges’ dreamy medieval backdrop
    • Enchanting idyll in the English Channel: The island of Guernsey inspires with steep headlands and picturesque bays.
    • Rugged cliffs, charming harbor towns: the serene flair of the Breton island beauty Belle-Ile-en-Mer
    • Enchanting Bordeaux: fine wines, refined lifestyle and 18th-century architectural gems
    • San Sebastián, gourmet hotspot and cultural capital: seaside resort, film city, and foodie mecca all in one

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