
Hamburg to Lisbon: Expedition Cruise along Europe’s Historic Atlantic Coast
Hamburg to Lisbon: Expedition Cruise along Europe’s Historic Atlantic Coast
Discover the rich history and cultural heritage of Europe’s Atlantic coast as we sail from Hamburg to Lisbon.
Ancient abbeys, medieval masterpieces, and D-Day battle sites
From the moment we set sail from Hamburg, sometimes called Germany’s ‘Venice of the North’, you’ll take a deep dive into European history. Explore the web of canals in Amsterdam before sailing to England’s Dover, famed its white cliffs and sprawling castle. Then sail to Normandy and walk a beach where the Allied troops landed on D-Day. Then we visit Caen, the medieval town where William the Conqueror left his indelible mark.
In Brittany, you’ll stroll through the old quays of Roscoff, for centuries a home to pirates and smugglers. Then it’s down through the Bay of Biscay to the rugged northern coast of Spain, looking out for marine wildlife along the way. In Galicia, see the world’s oldest still-functioning extant lighthouse, the Tower of Hercules. Then seek out Celtic links to the past in A Coruña.
Culture, cuisine, and cruising
Get lost in the charming maze of streets around Vigo’s Old Town. When hunger strikes, its many bars and restaurants won’t disappoint. Sample exquisite local Gallego cuisine and savor authentic tapas with your Galician cider. Our cruise of discovery comes to an end in culture-laden Lisbon, the jewel in Portugal’s crown.
Our experienced and knowledgeable Expedition Team is on hand to ensure you have the best possible experience on your cruise. Aboard the comfortable MS Spitsbergen, they host informative lectures about our destinations.
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Day 1
Hamburg, Germany
The adventure begins in the ‘Venice of the North.’
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Day 2
Sea day
Amsterdam bound
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Day 3
Amsterdam, Netherlands
The city where land meets sea
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Day 4
Dover, United Kingdom
Iconic white cliffs and medieval fortifications
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Day 5
Ouistreham, France
D-Day landings and battlefields
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Day 6
Roscoff, France
Buccaneers’ hideout, corsairs’ den
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Day 7
At sea
Sailing the Bay of Biscay
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Day 8
A Coruña, Spain
Guided by the light of Hercules
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Day 9
A Coruña, Spain
Gateway to Galicia
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Day 10
Vigo, Spain
Galician traditions
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Day 11
Porto, Portugal
The city of port wine
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Day 12
Lisbon, Portugal
Legendary Lisbon
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Day 13
Lisbon, Portugal
Farewell in Lisbon
Departures
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What’s included
Expedition Cruise
- Expedition cruise in the cabin of your choice
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner including beverages (house beer and wine, sodas, and mineral water) in the Aune restaurant
- Complimentary tea and coffee
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board. Be aware that we sail in remote areas with limited connection. Streaming is not supported.
- Complimentary reusable water bottle to fill at onboard water refill stations
- English-speaking Expedition Team who organizes and guides activities, both on board and ashore
- Range of included activities
Onboard activities
- Experts from the Expedition Team present detailed lectures on a variety of topics
- Use of the ship’s Science Center, which has an extensive library and advanced biological and geological microscopes
- The Citizen Science program, which allows guests to contribute to current scientific research projects
- The onboard professional photographer will give tips and tricks for taking the best landscape and wildlife photos
- The ship has hot tubs, a sauna with a view, and an indoor gym
- Participate in informal gatherings with the crew, such as daily recaps and the next day’s preparations
Landing Activities
- Complimentary wind- and water-resistant expedition jacket
- Expedition photographers will help configure your camera settings before landings
Not included in your voyage
- Air travel
- Transfer to/from ship/airport
- Travel protection
- Baggage handling
- Optional shore excursions with our local partners
- Optional small-group activities with our Expedition Team
- All planned activities are subject to weather and ice conditions
- Excursions and activities are subject to change
- Please ensure you can meet all entry and boarding requirements
- No gratuities are expected
MS Spitsbergen
Year built | 2009 |
Year of refurbishment | 2016 |
Shipyard | Estaleiro Navais de Viana do Castelo (POR) |
Passenger capacity | 220 |
Beds | 243 |
Car capacity | 0 |
Gross tonnage | 7,344 |
Length | 100.54 m |
Beam | 18 m |
Speed | 14.5 knots |
MS Spitsbergen is named after the crown jewel of Arctic Norway: the Svalbard archipelago and its biggest island, Spitsbergen. Hurtigruten has a long history of traveling to Spitsbergen, beginning in 1896 with the ‘Sports Route’.
Practical Information
Everything you need to know before your travel
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