Portugal's Unspoilt Islands with Fred. Olsen and Go Stargazing
Thursday 10th April 2025 to Thursday 24th April 2025
Departing from Port of Southampton
White Star Way, Southampton, Hampshire, SO14 3GG
This cruise offers a captivating exploration of Portugal’s diverse island landscapes, encompassing the secluded Azores archipelago and the enchanting ‘garden island’ of Madeira.
Onboard, conservationists from the wildlife charity ORCA will guide you in spotting a variety of marine life from Balmoral, while Horta provides an ideal setting for dolphin and whale watching tours.
Discover the UNESCO-listed city of Angra do Heroísmo, once a crucial stopover for navigators crossing the Atlantic, and be awestruck by the Sete Cidades crater lakes on São Miguel island.
Sail to Madeira, renowned for its unique levada walking trails, fortified wine, and vibrant botanical gardens, best explored alongside a local orchid expert.
In addition, astronomers from Go Stargazing will be on-board running a series of stargazing sessions exploring the fabulous night skies above the Atlantic ocean.
The map plots the course of this cruise. As you travel away from light pollution, a breathtaking canvas of stars unfolds above. The sky becomes a sanctuary of twinkling constellations, captivating stargazers with its celestial wonders. Guided by a Go Stargazing astronomer, you'll learn to navigate the skies and immerse yourself in their beauty.
Cruise organiser
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is organising this cruise
Please contact Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines directly for more details regarding this cruise.
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Cruise booking
For full details on how to attend this cruise, including how to book, please see the cruise's official website.
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The below chart shows if and when the skies will be at their darkest during this cruise. Moonlight is shown in light yellow and the Sun's twilight in light blue. Midnight on the date shown is shown as a white line with sunset to the left and sunrise the next morning to the right. A black background with stars shows the best times for stargazing.
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