Volcanic Vistas of the Azores and Madeira with Fred. Olsen and Go Stargazing
Friday 4th July 2025 to Thursday 17th July 2025
Departing from Dover Cruise Terminal
Western Docks, Dover, Kent, CT17 9DQ
Embark on an exploration of Portugal’s verdant volcanic wonders, beginning at the Sete Cidades crater lakes and venturing into the Furnas Valley for a rejuvenating experience amidst bubbling hot springs and geothermal marvels.
In the Azores, encounter majestic sperm whales and playful dolphins while admiring vibrant blue hydrangeas dotting the landscapes. Indulge in Portuguese traditions through thermal bathing and culinary delights like grilled sardines and pastéis de nata, accompanied by the soul-stirring melodies of fado music.
Delve deeper into the region’s heritage by learning about flower cultivation on the ‘Garden Island’ and discovering the secrets of pineapple growing in the Azores, enriching your journey through Portugal’s volcanic paradise with insights into local traditions and natural wonders.
On this cruise, you’ll be joined by an astronomer from Go Stargazing, who will help you navigate the skies and show you some celestial wonders!
Cruise organiser
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is organising 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.