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Celtic Coasts and Iberian Shores: Voyage from Edinburgh to Lisbon
Celtic Coasts and Iberian Shores: Voyage from Edinburgh to Lisbon
Embark on a coastal expedition from Edinburgh to Lisbon, tracing the storied shores of the British Isles, France and the Iberian Peninsula. From the medieval strongholds of Northumberland to the maritime legacy of Portsmouth, the rugged beauty of Brittany and the Celtic echoes of Galicia, each stop reveals a new facet of Europe’s rich heritage. Savor the flavors of Cornwall and Porto, walk ancient coastal paths and witness the dramatic landscapes that have shaped centuries of explorations. Experience it all as fall settles in, with harvests in full swing, fewer crowds and a slower, more immersive pace of life.
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Embark on a coastal expedition from Edinburgh to Lisbon, tracing the storied shores of the British Isles, France and the Iberian Peninsula. From the medieval strongholds of Northumberland to the maritime legacy of Portsmouth, the rugged beauty of Brittany and the Celtic echoes of Galicia, each stop reveals a new facet of Europe’s rich heritage. Savor the flavors of Cornwall and Porto, walk ancient coastal paths and witness the dramatic landscapes that have shaped centuries of explorations. Experience it all as fall settles in, with harvests in full swing, fewer crowds and a slower, more immersive pace of life.
Highlight
- Compare coastal cultures shaped by Celtic, Roman and seafaring legacies as you journey from the United Kingdom to France, Spain and Portugal
- Wander around Falmouth’s vast natural harbor and medieval Pendennis Castle before trying some Cornish delicacies
- Explore Portsmouth’s rich military and seafaring heritage, highlighted by a visit to its historic dockyards
- Discover the UNESCO World Heritage-designated Porto and taste its famed wine along the banks of the Douro River
- Visit the landmark cathedral in Santiago de Compostela, said to be the burial site of St. James, an apostle of Jesus
- Experience one-of-a-kind musical performances curated exclusively by ethnomusicologist Jacob Edgar