Seaside Charms: From Cherbourg to Guernsey

Explore castles, wander through picturesque villages, and enjoy the stunning coastal landscapes on both sides of the English Channel. Discover local culture through traditional music, hearty cuisine, and lively festivals. This getaway captures the diverse essence of landscapes, from rugged cliffs and rolling green hills to bustling port cities.

 

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

 

St Malo

St. Malo’s walled city rises majestically from the sea, offering a journey into French maritime history. Wander the cobblestone streets of the old town, climb the ramparts for stunning views of the Channel, or take a boat to explore the nearby islands. St. Malo’s sea breezes and rich history will transport you to another time.

 

Lorient

Lorient, on the Brittany coast, is imbued with French charm with a distinctly Celtic twist. Engage with local maritime history by visiting beautiful Catholic churches and the Second World War-era Lorient Submarine Base.

 

Fowey

Clinging to the Cornish coast is picture-perfect Fowey. Lose track of time in riverside bookshops and quaint cafes, or take a ferry ride across the Fowey River to take in views of surrounding villages.

 

St Peter Port

Discover the allure of St. Peter Port, Guernsey. Immerse yourself in history at Castle Cornet, explore Victor Hugo's Hauteville House, and stroll along picturesque quaysides. With charming medieval landmarks, stunning coastal views, and a rich cultural heritage, it's a tranquil retreat for discerning travellers.

 

Do I need a passport to travel?

A passport is essential for all cruises, including mini-cruises and sailings around the British Isles and the Republic of Ireland, and all British Citizens must hold a full 10-year passport. For travel to an EU country (except Ireland), or Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Andorra, Monaco, San Marino or Vatican City, you must meet the Schengen area rules. As a general rule, your passport must meet 2 requirements. It must be: 1. less than 10 years old on the day you enter (check the ‘date of issue’) 2. valid for at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave (check the ‘expiry date’).  For travel outside of the EU your passport should be valid for 6 months after the date of your return. We will follow UK Government advice (which can be found here Foreign travel advice - GOV.UK however it is worth noting, that passport requirements when entering by sea, may differ from the entry requirements when arriving by air. If in any doubt of the validity of your passport, please contact our Guest Services Team at least three months prior to travel.

 

If you do not hold a valid 10-year British passport, please note it can take up to twelve weeks to obtain a new one. If you or any member of your party is not a British citizen or holds a non-British passport, you must check passport and visa requirements with the Embassy or Consulate of the country(ies) to or through which you are intending to travel.

• Executive coach travel

• Return transfers to and from Portsmouth

• Sailing on the Ambition

• 9 nights Full Board

• Nightly entertainment

• 7 Ports of call

• 2 Countries