An enticing end-of-summer escape that blends the picturesque towns, historic streets and wine cellars of Portugal with glorious architecture in Spain and an exotic slice of Morocco. This incredible itinerary also includes unforgettable celebrations in Cádiz, where all four ships will dock together, marking the 170th anniversary of the Fred. Olsen family’s first venture in shipping. Join your Captains, crew and fellow guests for what’s sure to be a memorable day.

Enjoy three leisurely days at sea – with excitement for the main event building all the way – before Balmoral calls into Leixões. You’ll be well-placed for tours to Oporto, a city famous for having one of the most historic centres in Europe, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Within the centre is the Ribeira District,

where narrow, cobbled lanes meander down to the Douro River. Opt for a relaxing cruise along the tranquil waters before stopping at one of the city’s cellars to taste locally produced Port Wine.

Next is Malaga, the birthplace of Picasso and the starting point for tours to uncover

Cities of Spain, Portugal & Morocco2nd September 2018 • 14 nights • Sails from Newcastle • Balmoral • L1829

From only £1,599 per person

Date Arrive Depart Destination

SEPTEMBER 2018

Sun 02 PM Newcastle

Mon 03-Wed 05 Cruising

Thu 06 early am late pm Oporto (from Leixões), Portugal

Fri 07 Cruising

Sat 08 early am late pm Malaga, Spain

Sun 09 early am late pm Casablanca, Morocco

Mon 10 early am late pm Cádiz, Spain

Tue 11 late am late pm Lisbon, Portugal

Wed 12 early pm late night Vigo, Spain

Thu 13 early am early pm El Ferrol, Spain

Fri 14-Sat 15 Cruising

Sun 16 AM Newcastle

Tours from Leixões to Oporto bookable prior to departure, subject to availability

All included in your cruise price: Comfortable en-suite accommodation • Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, five-course à la carte dinner, late night buffet and self-service tea & coffee • Varied daytime activities • Lectures and talks • Swimming pools, Jacuzzis and gym • Choice of live evening entertainment • 3 formal nights

Recommended experiences � Be a part of the momentous

Captains in Cádiz celebrations

� Drift along the Douro River before sampling some Port Wine

� Wonder at Casablanca’s Hassan II Mosque and visit a local souk

� Take a tour to the glorious Alhambra Palace from Malaga

Bridge Playing On Board hosted by

Trevor King

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For bookings please contact our friendly Reservations Team on 01473 742 424 and quote GRP0181 and L1829

Fares are per person, based on twin occupancy of the lead-in twin cabin, subject to availability. Offers may be amended or withdrawn at any time without prior notice, are subject to availability & cannot be applied retrospectively. All bookings are subject to Fred. Olsen’s standard terms & conditions, available on our/their website & on request. Some ports may be at anchor, intermediate days are at sea. FOCL reserve the right to amend itineraries for operational reasons. * ^All Inclusive Upgrade offer covers selected house wines by the glass, selected beers, spirits (single shot servings only - one person may not order more than one drink at a time for themselves) and soft drinks, subject to availability. Tours, tips, premium drinks, premium hot drinks, medical facilities and other spend, during travel to the ship and while on board, are not included. Any additional expenditure will need to be paid separately. All Inclusive upgrade is charged at £15 per person, per night (£34 per person on 1 to 4 night sailings). All Inclusive Package must be booked at least six days prior to departure and purchased for the full duration of the cruise by all guests on a booking. The All Inclusive drinks package may be purchased on board at a higher price. E&OE.

Alpine Bridge Group Fares:Room type Price from

Interior Twin £1,599pp

Ocean View Twin £1,879pp

Superior Ocean View Twin £2,309pp

Single Interior Room £2,729

Granada and the striking architecture of the Alhambra Palace. Casablanca then offers to infuse your journey with an exotic flavour. An authentic way to experience this colourful Moroccan city is to make your way to the dramatic Hassan II Mosque – complete with the world’s tallest minaret – and visit the local souk.

You’ll then make your way to Cádiz. Your visit will be perfectly timed for a magnificent day of celebrations that will see the Fred. Olsen fleet reunited in the same port – for only the second time in history. To commemorate 170 years of the company’s shipping heritage, special entertainment will take place on board and on the quayside. Savour unique menus and performances from the ships’ Show Teams and local entertainers, plus each of the ships will be open to all Fred. Olsen guests for visits too. Venturing into

the city, you’ll have the chance to discover the Torre Tavira, Plaza de España, ancient centre and more.

Lisbon was named among Lonely Planet’s Top 10 cities to visit in 2017. Your call here brings more delights. Fascinating museums, captivating backstreets, architectural wonders and Art-Nouveau cafés all await. Be sure to visit Pasteis de Belém too, for a famous egg tart pastry, or venture further afield to the pretty towns of Óbidos or Sintra.

Two attractive Galician cities round off your two-week exploration. In Vigo you’ll find inspiring museums, charming plazas and a fascinating Old Town, while in El Ferrol compact, elegant streets, sandy beaches and historic maritime monuments make the city a great destination to discover before your return to Newcastle.

For bookings please contact our friendly Reservations Team on 01473 742 424 and quote GRP0181 and L1829