AIDA Cruises, Western Europe from Hamburg, May 28, 2024

Cruising from: Hamburg, Germany;

Departure Date: 28 May, 2024;

Cruise Line: AIDA Cruises;

Cruise Ship: AIDAsol;

Duration: 12-day cruise;

Ports of Call: Hamburg, Southampton, La Coruna, Gijon, Bilbao, Le Verdon, Brest, Brest, Cherbourg, Hamburg;

Day 0 Hamburg, Germany

Straddling the Rive Elbe, Hamburg is Germany's second largest city and is affectionately known as the Gateway to the World, thanks to its rich maritime history and its privileged position as one of the premier sea ports in Europe. The best way to take in the Hamburg's culture and history is to hop aboard the Maritime Circle Line, a shuttle service which connects all of Hamburg's most important maritime attractions.

Day 1 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 2 Southampton, England

Known as the cruise capital of Europe, the Port of Southampton is a passenger and cargo port located in the central part of the south coast of England. There are four dedicated cruise terminals at Southampton which play host to a wide variety of cruise lines. Southampton is one of the most lively and dynamic cities in the south of England. From bustling shops and marinas to seaside resorts and areas of outstanding natural beauty, the city and region have lots to offer.

Day 3 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 4 La Coruna, Spain

La Coruna is coastal city located on a rocky peninsula in Northwestern Spain, capital of the A Coruna province and is known as one of Galicia's most attractive cities. You can begin your tour to La Coruna following the new promenade along the seashore, one of the longest in Europe, will take you to the beaches, Playa del Orzan and Playa Riazor which can be quite crowded on a sunny day.

Day 5 Gijon, Spain

Gijon is the largest city and municipality in the autonomous community of Asturias in Spain. Gijon reveals itself to us as an open, peaceful, cosmopolitan city, full of charm and with endless possibilities available to visitors. Gijon offers many attractions for visitors: Elogio del Horizonte, huge sculpture, Roman Baths, Playa de San Lorenzo, World´s Biggest Oval Church, and many other sights.

Day 6 Bilbao, Spain

No trip to Spain is complete without a visit to Bilbao, a city steeped in fascinating history and beautiful architecture. Many of the city's best known sights can be appreciated on a stroll around the cobbled lanes of Bilbao's Casco Viejo (Old Town). Guggenheim Museum has attracted millions of tourists to the Basque capital to see this truly spectacular monument.

Day 7 Le Verdon, France

Le Verdon-sur-Mer is a small coastal resort at the northernmost end of the Medoc peninsula, close to Soulac-sur-Mer and north of Bordeaux in south-west France. The town is oriented towards a tourist activity exploiting its undeniable assets between the ocean, the estuary and the surrounding nature. The beaches at Verdon-sur-Mer are long, clean and sandy and the town itself is pleasant to stroll around.

Day 8 Brest, France

Brest, located in the region of Brittany, is one of the most animated harbor. Dramatic rocky coastline is more than 1000 km long. Brest is best known for sailing festival organized every four years - more than 2,000 traditional boats take part in the event, which is attended by nearly 700,000 spectators. Since everything is inspired by water, Brest has been the European capital of oceanography.

Day 9 Brest, France

Brest, located in the region of Brittany, is one of the most animated harbor. Dramatic rocky coastline is more than 1000 km long. Brest is best known for sailing festival organized every four years - more than 2,000 traditional boats take part in the event, which is attended by nearly 700,000 spectators. Since everything is inspired by water, Brest has been the European capital of oceanography.

Day 10 Cherbourg, France

Known to the British above all as a ferry port, Cherbourg has a gritty history as a naval harbour. It also has glamorous connections with cruise ships and major yacht races. The Cherbourg-Octeville's marina, with its 1350 hoops, is just within a few encablures from the Channel Island. The right heart of town is situated in its fishing port and marina. Cruise ships will dock at the Quay de France or at Quai de Normandie.

Day 11 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 12 Hamburg, Germany

Straddling the Rive Elbe, Hamburg is Germany's second largest city and is affectionately known as the Gateway to the World, thanks to its rich maritime history and its privileged position as one of the premier sea ports in Europe. The best way to take in the Hamburg's culture and history is to hop aboard the Maritime Circle Line, a shuttle service which connects all of Hamburg's most important maritime attractions.