Delights of Western France & Spain Explorer

10 nights sailing from Portsmouth on cruise ship Ambition

Itinerary: Sailing from Portsmouth, visiting Bordeaux (France), Bordeaux (France), La Coruna (Spain), Gijon (Spain), Santander (Spain), Plymouth (Inglaterra), ending in Portsmouth.
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from £1,109 Price per person based on double occupancy

Cruise Delights of Western France & Spain Explorer

10 nights sailing from Portsmouth on cruise ship Ambition

from £1,109 Price per person

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Inside

Inside (Aft-Deck 7) INS07AFT

Inside (Forward-Deck 8) INS08FWD

Inside(Aft-Deck 8) INS08AFT

Inside (Midship-Deck 8) INS08MID

Inside (Forward-Deck 9) INS09FWD

Inside (Aft-Deck 9) INS09AFT

Inside (Midship-Deck 9) INS09MID

Inside (Aft-Deck 10) INS10AFT

Ocean View

Ocean View (Obstructed) (Midship Deck 7) OUT07MIDO

Ocean View (Forward-Deck 8) OUT08FWD

Ocean View (Aft-Deck 7) OUT07AFT

Ocean View (Midship-Deck 8) OUT08MID

Ocean View (Aft-Deck 10) OUT10AFT

Ocean View (Forward-Deck 9) OUT09FWD

Ocean View (Aft-Deck 8) OUT08AFT

Ocean View (Aft-Deck 9) – OUT09AFT

Ocean View (Midship-Deck 9) OUT09MID

Balcony

Balcony (Aft-Deck 10) BAL10AFT

Balcony (Aft-Deck 9) BAL09AFT

Suite

Suite (Forward-Deck 10) SUI10FWD

Suite (Midship-Deck 10) SUI10MID

Suite (Aft-Deck 12) SUI12AFT

Premium Suite (Aft-Deck 7) PRM07AFT

Premium Suite (Aft - Deck 8) PRM08AFT

Premium Suite (Aft-Deck 12) PRM12AFT

Premium Suite (Aft-Deck 10) PRM10AFT

Deluxe Suite (Aft-Deck 7) DLX07AFT

Premium Suite (Aft-Deck 9) RM09AFT

Deluxe Suite (Aft-Deck 8) DLX08AFT

Which stateroom suits you better?

Which cruise cabin is the best to book? If you are wondering what type of stateroom to book, don't worry, with our quick cabin guide we'll try to help you book the cabin that best suits you. Our cruise specialised agents are also here to help you book the perfect cabin for you.

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You need to make as many bookings as staterooms needed. If you prefer you can call us and speak to our cruise specialised agents. 020 3636 9656

Cruise Itinerary

Full Itinerary
Day 1 Portsmouth Embarkation | Departure: 17:00H
Day 2 at sea
Day 3 Bordeaux (France) Arrival time: 18:30H
Day 4 Bordeaux (France) Departure: 18:00H
Day 5 at sea
Day 6 La Coruna (Spain) Arrival time: 08:00H | Departure: 19:00H 11 hours in destination
Day 7 Gijon (Spain) Arrival time: 08:00H | Departure: 19:00H 11 hours in destination
Day 8 Santander (Spain) Arrival time: 08:00H | Departure: 19:00H 11 hours in destination
Day 9 at sea
Day 10 Plymouth (Inglaterra) Arrival time: 08:00H | Departure: 19:00H 11 hours in destination
Day 11 Portsmouth Arrival time: 08:00H
Delights of Western France & Spain Explorer Cruise itinerary  - Ambassador Cruise Line

Delights of Western France & Spain Explorer

10 nights Cruise on Ambition. Sailing from Portsmouth, visiting Bordeaux (France), Bordeaux (France), La Coruna (Spain), Gijon (Spain), Santander (Spain), Plymouth (Inglaterra), ending in Portsmouth.

Delights of Western France & Spain Explorer Cruise itinerary  - Ambassador Cruise Line
Delights of Western France & Spain Explorer Cruise itinerary  - Ambassador Cruise Line

Portsmouth

Portsmouthis a dynamic and vibrant waterfront city and the birthplace of Charles Dickens. With a maritime heritage, this port offers great attractions, museums and galleries, unique shopping destinations, great places to eat and lots of things to do such as live music venues, contemporary art galleries, two cathedrals, a diverse literary heritage, nightlife, festivals and countless events throughout the year. Don't miss the Southsea Castle, one of King Henry VIII's most famous fortifications and the modern emblem of Portsmouth. London is only 75 miles away.

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Bordeaux (France)

Bordeaux is a portuary city on the south west of France, it is the capital of the Aquitaine region. The city is know worldwide fot it's vineyards, specialy since the XVIII century. The port is accesible for grand ships although actually most stop downstream towards the mouth of the river.

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Bordeaux (France)

Bordeaux is a portuary city on the south west of France, it is the capital of the Aquitaine region. The city is know worldwide fot it's vineyards, specialy since the XVIII century. The port is accesible for grand ships although actually most stop downstream towards the mouth of the river.

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La Coruna (Spain)

A Coruña; known as Corunna in English is a city and municipality of Galicia. It is the second-largest city in the autonomous community. The city is the provincial capital of the province of the same name A Coruña is a busy port located on a promontory in the entrance of an estuary in a large gulf on the Atlantic Ocean. The city is the site of the Roman Tower of Hercules, a lighthouse which has been in continuous operation since possibly the 2nd century AD. It has been declared by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. It is surrounded by a large public park with a golf course and a former Muslim cemetery. The city is also well known for its characteristic

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Gijon (Spain)

Gijon is locate on the shore of the Cantabrian Sea. The signs of identity of Gijon are, sea, nature and city. Full of museums, history, art, fiestas, festivals and entertainment. In Gijon you must visit the old town, the roman ruins, the praise of the skyline by Eduardo Chillida, the San Lorenzo beach, the natal house of Jovellanos, the Palace of Revillagigedo, the town hall, the churches, the university and the museums.

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Santander (Spain)

Santander is a port city that lives towards the sea, on an extense bay with the same name. The places to visit are: Magdalena Palace, Plaza de Canadio, Historic quarter and the Sanderino beaches.

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Plymouth (Inglaterra)

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Portsmouth

Portsmouthis a dynamic and vibrant waterfront city and the birthplace of Charles Dickens. With a maritime heritage, this port offers great attractions, museums and galleries, unique shopping destinations, great places to eat and lots of things to do such as live music venues, contemporary art galleries, two cathedrals, a diverse literary heritage, nightlife, festivals and countless events throughout the year. Don't miss the Southsea Castle, one of King Henry VIII's most famous fortifications and the modern emblem of Portsmouth. London is only 75 miles away.

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The ship: Ambition

World-class entertainment, exceptional cuisine, and an intimate yet spacious cruising experience. Enjoy visiting the world’s most remote wonders and natural treasures on an environmentally sustainable ship.

Ambassador Cruise Line's second lady of the sea. Ambition can carry up to 1,200 passengers to give her a true sense of comfort and space in her 714 cabins, 125 of which have balconies and 113 are suites with up to 62m2 of living space. Her dining options will inspire you with two main restaurants, speciality dining options, and a more casual bistro-style café. Sit back, relax and enjoy a drink in one of her four bars, lounges and pub. Or take in a show in the tiered main theatre, or discover your hidden talents casino, card room, library, and craft studio. Other facilities include the wellness centre, gym, two swimming pools and a range of retail shops, perfect for days at sea.

Year renovated 2022
Beam 28.8 m.
Length 216 m.
Tonnage 41,123 tn.
Occupancy 1200
Ratio tonnage/passengers Very good 34:1
Number of decks 10
Number of staterooms 73
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What's included onboard?

Comfortable accommodation in chosen cabin category.

Sumptuous full board cuisine (breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner).

A wide range of entertainment, including evening shows, plays, cabarets, live music & classical interludes.

Daytime activities, quizzes, dance classes and outside deck games.

Range of fitness, dance and wellness classes

Use of gym, swimming pools and hot tubs

Spa access

Porterage of luggage between the port and cabin.

All port taxes, fees and charges

What's not included?

Travel insurance; travel joining costs to the port of embarkation (except for fly-cruises where specified); optional destination experiences; port parking; onboard spending of personal nature like drinks, gifts, shopping, laundry, communications etc; any visa and health certificate charges that may apply; and crew gratuities and services charges which will be automatically billed to your onboard account. 

Ambassador Cruise Line operates an automatic system whereby an amount of £7 pp/pm (this amount reduces to £6 pp/pn for cruises of 16 nights or more in duration) is automatically added to your onboard account; this also includes all service charges for drinks - All monies are collated so a portion goes to each crew member, who helps to make your cruise special; this is not only distributed to your cabin steward and your waiter or bar attendant, it is also distributed between the hidden stars behind the scenes, such as laundry operatives and kitchen staff, who you might never get to meet in person; for children aged 12-17 years of age, where applicable on a multi-generational sailing fares shown exclude gratuities at £4pp per night.

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  • Adult Only

    Ambassador Cruise Line operates as primarily adult only cruises (18 years and over) except a few multi-generational sailings. This means that you can enjoy the pleasures of cruising in the company of adult guests.

  • Types of Fares

    There are 2 types of Fares, the Saver Fare and the Ambassador Fare´. The Ambassador Fare´ is a special fare that includes the Top Expedition Drinks Package, This drinks package includes Premium & House Wines, Premium & House brands from the bar, Premium teas & speciality coffees, Choice of 1st or 2nd dining sitting for dinner (excludes table size) and Priority for complimentary cabin upgrades (subject to availability). You will be offered this fare in the booking process. The AMbassador Fare is recommended as it is a Best Value Fare for all it includes. The Saver Fare is more economical but does not include these benefits.

What you need to know

Specially adapted cabins

Ambience has thirteen cabins adapted for those needing mobility aids, and Ambition has two. Please note that to book one of these cabins you must contact us before making any booking on our website, as these cabins cannot be booked online. Call 020 3499 5846 for more information about these cabins.

Ambassador Cruise Line warmly welcomes guests with disabilities, including those with mobility restrictions as well as restricted sight and hearing. However, with the very different nature of a cruising holiday when compared to one on land, and purely for safety reasons, such guests should be accompanied by an able-bodied, or a fully sighted/hearing companion (as appropriate), who will be responsible for providing any assistance that you may require both onboard and ashore. In addition to this, Ambasador Cruise Line welcomes guests who wish to bring a lightweight wheelchair/scooter with them for shore use only however, these must be stored in your cabin at all times and cannot be used on board the vessel in any circumstance.

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