Morocco and Cape Verde discovery
24-night Europe cruise from Southampton (for London), England to Southampton (for London), England aboard Aurora.
Calling at Vigo, Lisbon, Gran Canaria, Praia, St Vincent, Agadir, Casablanca, Ibiza, Mallorca, Barcelona, Malaga and Seville, with 11 days at sea. 13 ports of call across England, Spain, Portugal, Cape Verde and Morocco.
Aurora is a P&O Cruises ship with full-board dining in the main restaurants and buffet, West End-style shows and live entertainment, pools, a fitness centre and kids’ and teens’ clubs.
Cabin categories range from Inside to Conservatory Mini-Suite.
- 05 Sep 2028 – 29 Sep 2028
from $6,029 pp twin share *
Additional Pricing Information
- Inside from $6,029 pp twin share
- Sea View from $6,499 pp twin share
- Balcony from $9,449 pp twin share
- Conservatory Mini-Suite from $15,199 pp twin share
* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.
Itinerary
Day 1 – Southampton (for London), England
Departs 04:30 pm.
The south of England boasts a dramatic coastline that encloses some of the most beautiful countryside in Britain. The landscape of hills and heaths, downs and forests, valleys and dales, is without rival. Southampton serves as your gateway to the countryside – and to a wide variety of historic sites, national landmarks and charming. And of course, London is a two-hour drive by modern highway. The United Kingdom’s premier passenger ship port, Southampton was home for many years to the great transatlantic liners of yesteryear.
Day 2 – At Sea
Day 3 – At Sea
Day 4 – Vigo, Spain (for Santiago De Compostela)
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 04:00 pm.
Vigo clings to the slope of Monte del Castro, overlooking a namesake bay so vast, it could shelter an entire fleet. The city’s medieval heritage is seen in the narrow streets and granite houses of the Ribera del Berbes, the old fishermen’s quarter. Vigo is also the gateway to Santiago de Compostela, the most venerated shrine in all Europe during the Middle Ages. Pilgrims from the four corners of Christendom flocked to the magnificent cathedral, built between the 11th and 13th centuries. The cathedral still draws thousands of daily visitors today.An important fishing and commercial port, Vigo was first settled by Celts 300 BC. The Celtic legacy lingers on in the province’s old legends – and in the bagpipes played on festive occasions.
Day 5 – Lisbon, Portugal
Arrives 09:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.
Draped across seven hills, Lisbon was once the center of a vast maritime empire that stretched from the west coast of Africa to the Spice Islands of the East Indies. Then, on November 1, 1755, a violent earthquake destroyed two-thirds of the city in the space of 10 minutes. Only the Alfama, the old Moorish quarter, survived. Today, Lisbon is a stately city of Neoclassical buildings and wide plazas.
Day 6 – At Sea
Day 7 – Gran Canaria, Spain
Arrives 09:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.
Day 8 – At Sea
Day 9 – At Sea
Day 10 – Praia, Cape Verde
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.
Day 11 – St Vincent , Cape Verde
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.
Day 12 – At Sea
Day 13 – At Sea
Day 14 – Agadir, Morocco
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.
Day 15 – Casablanca, Morocco (for Marrakech)
Arrives 10:00 am, departs 11:00 pm.
For many, the word Casablanca conjures up Hollywood’s vision of an exotic city of intrigue. But the reality is far removed from film fantasy, more complex and fascinating. Casablanca is Morocco’s largest city, the busiest port in North Africa, and home to nearly four million people. An important trading center since the days of the Phoenicians, Casablanca is an evocative blend of more new than old, more familiar than exotic. It is a modern commercial city with an old heart that is home to narrow, cobbled alleys, bazaars and souks, minarets and medinas.Casablanca is a modern city with beaches bordering the Atlantic and broad, tree-lined avenues. The city is also your gateway to Morocco’s interior and the exotic “Imperial Cities” of Rabat and Marrakech.
Day 16 – At Sea
Day 17 – Ibiza, Spain
Arrives 11:30 am, departs 10:00 pm.
Despite being a small island, Ibiza offers plenty of big surprises. Three UNESCO World Heritage Sites, a party vibe with plenty of laid-back corners, and captivating history makes Ibiza a must-see destination. Looking for Renaissance defensive walls? Be sure to stroll through Dalt Vila, Ibiza’s fortified old town. If the world’s largest and best-preserved necropolis sounds intriguing, then a pay visit to Puig des Molins. Of course, nature may be calling you and Ibiza offers plenty of beaches of legendary beauty. Whew! There’s so much waiting for you.
Day 18 – Mallorca (Palma), Spain
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.
Palma is the capital city of the island of Mallorca, which is one of Spain’s Balearic Islands. The city is tucked into the protected Bay of Palma, creating an impressive view from the Mediterranean Sea with its imposing Gothic Cathedral towering above the old town and remnants of medieval walls that testify to its ancient history. Mallorca has a varied history, from the Roman occupation in the 2nd century to Moorish control from the 9th to the 13th century. Later reconquered by the Spanish kings, it rose to wealth and power due to its strategic position along the seagoing trade routes between Africa and Europe.Today, Palma is the largest city, and also the main tourist area, with beaches on either side of the city that overflow with resort hotels. If you venture beyond these environs, the island’s natural beauty abounds, and life continues in a predictably underdeveloped atmosphere of simplicity. This aspect has long been an attraction for writers, painters and musicians that find inspiration here.Two main languages are spoken on Mallorca – Castilian Spanish and the Balearic dialects of Catalan – hence the different versions of names and spellings throughout the Balearic Islands.
Day 19 – Barcelona, Spain
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.
The 1992 Summer Olympics revealed to the world what Europeans and seasoned travelers already knew – Barcelona is one of the world’s greatest treasures. Vibrant and earthy, commercial and cultural, this city of two million residents is the capital of Spain’s autonomous region of Catalonia. Stroll along the wide, tree-lined promenades of Las Ramblas and marvel at the spires of Gaudi’s Basilica La Sagrada Familia. Or visit the former Olympic Ring on the hill of Montjuic – also home to world-class parks, fountains and museums. Barcelona, which nurtured such artistic giants as Picasso, Dali, Miro and Casals, is definitely a traveler’s paradise.
Day 20 – At Sea
Day 21 – Malaga, Spain
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.
Day 22 – Seville (Cadiz), Spain
Arrives 08:00 am, departs 04:00 pm.
Mention Spain and the images that inevitably spring to mind are images of Andalusia – shadows falling across the bullring, the staccato rhythms of flamenco, the waft of orange blossoms from a Moorish garden. Cadiz is your gateway to this storied land and the city of Seville. Visit Seville’s massive Alcazar fortress, modeled on the legendary Alhambra Palace of Granada. See the city’s cathedral, a 15th-century Gothic masterwork that boasts a Moorish patio, fountain and minaret. Seville is also the legendary home of Don Juan, Bizet’s Carmen and Rossini’s Barber of Seville.Cadiz is one’s of Europe’s oldest inhabited cities, dating from 1100 B.C., and your gateway to Seville and Andalusia.
Day 23 – At Sea
Day 24 – At Sea
Day 25 – Southampton (for London), England
Arrives 06:00 am.
The south of England boasts a dramatic coastline that encloses some of the most beautiful countryside in Britain. The landscape of hills and heaths, downs and forests, valleys and dales, is without rival. Southampton serves as your gateway to the countryside – and to a wide variety of historic sites, national landmarks and charming. And of course, London is a two-hour drive by modern highway. The United Kingdom’s premier passenger ship port, Southampton was home for many years to the great transatlantic liners of yesteryear.
Highlights
- Discover 13 ports of call across 5 countries
- Onboard entertainment including West End-style shows and live music
- Full-board dining in the main restaurants and buffet
24-night Europe cruise from Southampton (for London), England to Southampton (for London), England aboard Aurora.
Calling at Vigo, Lisbon, Gran Canaria, Praia, St Vincent, Agadir, Casablanca, Ibiza, Mallorca, Barcelona, Malaga and Seville, with 11 days at sea. 13 ports of call across England, Spain, Portugal, Cape Verde and Morocco.
Aurora is a P&O Cruises ship with full-board dining in the main restaurants and buffet, West End-style shows and live entertainment, pools, a fitness centre and kids’ and teens’ clubs.
Cabin categories range from Inside to Conservatory Mini-Suite.
Inclusions
- Full-board dining in the main restaurants and buffet
- West End-style shows and live entertainment
- Fitness centre and swimming pools
- Kids’ and teens’ clubs
FAQs
Aurora is a P&O Cruises ship with full-board dining in the main restaurants and buffet, West End-style shows and live entertainment, pools, a fitness centre and kids’ and teens’ clubs.
Cabin categories available on this sailing: Conservatory Mini-Suite, Balcony, Sea View and Inside.
How long is this journey?
This itinerary runs for 25 days and 24 nights.
When can I travel?
Departures are currently scheduled between 05 Sep 2028 and 29 Sep 2028, subject to live availability.
What is generally included?
Inclusions typically cover guided touring and selected experiences, with exact details listed in the itinerary.
What style of accommodation is used?
Accommodation is pre-arranged as part of the journey, with specific properties shown in the trip details.
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