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We offer great value and affordable river cruises throughout worldwide destinations with CroisiEurope River Cruises

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Enchanting landscapes and cultures in Spain and Portugal (port-to-port cruise)

Travel to the heart of Andalusia and the Algarve. Along the Guadalquivir discover the town of Cordoba, which combines perfectly history and modernity. Visit Seville and its Alcázar palace, an astonishing mix of architectural styles. Then be carried away by the sublime city of Granada which offers a multitude of magnificent sites to visit. You will be dazzled by the beauty of its cathedral which houses the tomb of Christopher Columbus.

Trip code : SXH_PP

Duration : 8 days

Destination : SEVILLE - CóRDOBA - ISLAMINIMA - ELPUERTODESANTAMARIA(2) - JEREZ - CADIZ - ALCOUTIM(PORTUGAL) - HUELVA - GRANADA - SEVILLE

Operator : CroisiEurope Cruises

Trip Highlights
  • Discover Andalusia and Algarve in one cruise
  • Andalusia's Golden Triangle: Seville(1), Cordoba(1) and Granada
  • Late afternoon in a genuine Andalusian hacienda
  • The Friary of La Rábida and the Wharf of the Caravels, with replicas of Columbus’ famous Niña, Pinta, and Santa María ships(1)
  • Excursion to Granada
  • Journey to the heart of Spanish and Portuguese traditions
  • Alcoutim, an authentic Portuguese village
  • All meals included - DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at the bar
  • Refined French cuisine - Gala dinner and evening - Welcome cocktail
  • Free Wi-Fi onboard
  • Headsets are included for excursions
  • Official welcome from the captain and crew
  • Onboard activities
  • Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
  • All port fees included

Booking Confirmation

After purchase, you will receive a Booking Confirmation and Passenger Information Form by email. Within 24 hours of purchase you need to send us a copy of your passport together with your Passenger Information Form.

After purchase, you are required to make a deposit or full payment for your order. Please note most of our deposit is non-refundable. Please check your booking and your invoice for the Terms and Conditions which apply specifically to your booking.

If you would like to cancel your booking, please refer to our cancellation terms.

Please notes:

  • Any special requests, preferences MUST be clearly stated in your Passenger Information Form
  • Any change requested after submitting your Passenger Information Form cannot be guaranteed, is strictly subject to availability and will incur surcharges

Cruise Cabin

European river cruises*

  • All cabins are tastefully decorated and equipped with air conditioning, central heating, shower / toilets, satellite TV, safe, hairdryer— each providing a view of the river. Some cabins have French balconies or private terraces.
  • Our fleet of Premium ships offers additional comfort providing more space in the cabins.

Customers can choose between 3 categories of cabins:

  • Category A: premium location
  • Category B: intermediate location
  • Category C: standard location (close to public areas such as entrance, restaurants, public lavatory) - same size or sometimes slightly smaller than Cat A & Cat B cabin
  • PRM Cabin: Cabin for passengers with reduced mobility. This cabin is not recommended for passengers without mobility difficulties.

*The above cabin description is applicable to all ships except the canal barges, the ocean ships and the fleet of exotic river ships outside of Europe.

Dining Experience & Cuisine

On European river cruises, your meals are carefully designed and planned, and menus are developed in the pure tradition of fine French gastronomy. Each meal on your cruise will give you a delightful experience of French haute cuisine. For our gastronomic cruises, such Michelin-starred greats as Marc Haeberlin and the expert staff surrounding Paul Bocuse have been happy to join forces with CroisiEurope to take you on a memorable culinary voyage.

For cruises outside of Europe, our Chefs prepare local cuisine, colorful and tasty, while adapted to Western tastes.

Buffet Breakfast

  • Your day will start with an impressive self-served buffet breakfast in the onboard restaurant, which may include pastries, coffee, tea, juice, breads, jams and jellies, a variety of sausages and cold cuts, eggs, fresh fruit, and yogurt.

Lunch & Dinner

Lunch can be either buffet lunch or sit-down meals, while dinner will be 3-course sit-down meals. A menu of local specialties is prepared on a daily basis from fresh ingredients.

  • Please state your specific needs at the time you make your reservation (food allergies or special dietary needs)
  • Both lunch and dinner meals are paired with excellent complimentary wines. Complimentary wines may not be available for cruises outside of Europe. Check specific inclusions for your cruise.

Special Occasion

  •  Please let us know your special occasion requirements – such as cakes, champagne, or flowers – at the time of booking and ideally one month or more before departure, and we will do our best to accommodate your wishes

Languages

European river cruises

Onboard staff and crews speak French, English and many of them speak other major European languages such as German, Italian and Spanish. Notices and announcements are in French and English, as well as other languages based upon the needs of the passengers on board.

River cruises outside of Europe

Onboard staff and crews speak English and local languages.

Excursion Package

For European river cruises, two optional different excursion packages provide guests, who are looking for new experiences, adventures and sensations, with a range of dynamic, fun-filled and out-of-the-ordinary activities. Make your choice between these two options:

  • CLASSIC Package: Containing classic excursions based on culture, architecture and history. We’ve revamped several of our tours to give you a more authentic experience!
  • DISCOVERY Package: Discovery tours are for the adventurous, the offbeat, or those who are looking for something new.

It is recommended to book optional shore excursions prior to your cruise to ensure their availability and to benefit from cheaper prices than buying them on board.

Excursions on European canal barge cruises and exotic river cruises outside of Europe are included (except certain optional excursions).

Tipping & Gratuity

Tipping customs vary from country to country and culture to culture, and we understand that tipping is a way for passengers to show appreciation for services, quality and attention received during the cruise whether it be for the meals, rooms, reception or visits. To leave a tip, please use the envelope found in your cabin your last evening on board, and place this envelope in the specially designated box in the reception area as you disembark with the understanding that tipping is entirely at your discretion.

Tipping is not compulsory and is not included in this package. We believe that if you choose to tip, you should only pay for the service you receive. In general, tipping is widely accepted as a way to show your appreciation of good service but is not compulsory. Tipping is expected and often makes up a large part of people's wages.

If you are travelling on a river cruise and happy with the services provided by your crews and service onboard:

- Recommended tips - For the crews and guides - $10US per day per passenger.


Smoking

Smoking is not permitted inside all ships.  You may smoke in designated smoking areas on deck only.

Pets

Pets are not allowed on board.

Telephone and Internet

Free wi-fi is available on all ships in the reception area and lounge bar on most ships. On the newest ships such as the Ms Gerard Schmitter, the MS Cyrano de Bergerac, the MS Lafayette and the fleet of four hotel barges, Wi-Fi is available throughout. For exotic river cruises outside of Europe, wifi may not be available when cruising in remote areas.

Your ship’s emergency telephone number will be provided in your on-board documentation, so that your family may reach you in the event of urgent need or emergency. If you would like to make or receive phone calls on a non-emergency basis, we recommend that you make arrangements with your mobile phone provider for more information.

Dress Code

You’ll be most comfortable during the day in smart casual clothing.  You may wish to bring items that do not wrinkle easily, or that transport well after being ironed at home, as there is no iron provided on the ship.  Bring a variety of clothing for the environments expected during your cruise, including light clothing and bathing suits for hot weather, a sweater or jacket for cooler weather, and of course a raincoat and/or small umbrella.

Please check the weather for your specific cruise countries, as the weather can vary quite a bit between the northern and Mediterranean areas.  Don’t forget to bring comfortable and sturdy walking shoes for sightseeing excursions.

For evening meals, as well as for cocktails or gala events ‘casual dressy’ clothing is appropriate.

Currency

On European river cruises, the primary currency is the Euro. Visa, MasterCard and American Express credit cards are accepted. There are no currency exchange facilities on-board, so please ensure you have sufficient cash before boarding. Traveller’s cheques are not accepted.

On exotic river cruises outside of Europe, the primary currency is the US Dollar. Visa, MasterCard and American Express credit cards are accepted. There are no currency exchange facilities on-board, so please ensure you have sufficient cash before boarding. Traveller’s cheques are not accepted.

Electricity

Onboard electrical service is 220V; most standard American electrical appliances are 120V.

If you have any items that require electricity you must bring a two-pin plug European adaptor that will fit your item.  Many items such as cell phone chargers come already equipped with international adaptors – check the equipment that came with your cell phone.  In addition, you may find that you need to bring adaptors for other items such as your own razor, electric toothbrush, or curling iron (220V hair dryers are provided in each cabin).

For exotic cruises outside of Europe, an adaptor to the local plug standard is recommended.

Entertainment on board

While your  cruise is all about discovering wonderful destinations, on many days there will be entertainment activities to add an extra dimension to your voyage. A traditional evening of entertainment with a “Titi Parisien” theme or an evening with songs and guitares that capture the spirit of La Camargue. Dinner in Spain may be accompanied by a guitar player from the region. A classical string quartet could come aboard in Germany, or an entrancing fado singer in Portugal. On the Volga, you can choose to take part in a tea drinking ceremony or Russian classes. Or simply do nothing except relax to some light music in the lounge. In exotic river cruise, cooking class or destination lectures are available. 

Travel Insurance

Our cruise products DO NOT include Travel Insurance. Travel insurance is not included in our tours, cruises, day tours, private tours, group tours, transfers, and any of our packages.

For your protection, we strongly recommend that you purchase comprehensive travel insurance for your travel arrangements (without limitation) that include coverage for medical expenses, loss of luggage, cruise, land content and airfare charges that may occur. You need to provide us your Travel Insurance details upon booking, or at least before 30 days prior to your departure.

If you do not have travel insurance prior to your departure, we retain the rights to refuse boarding/joining our tours or cruises. We might refund / provide travel credits for you, less any unrecoverable fees including but not limited to admin fees, visas fees, other suppliers’ cancellation fees. We won’t be held liable for any costs associated with this matter.

DAY 1

Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail. The evening is yours to do as you please.
Join us on an optional excursion for both packages: Guided tour of Córdoba (driving time is approximately 2 hours round trip) and its Mosque-Cathedral.
Join us this morning for the optional excursions proposed :CLASSIC: Tour of Seville and discovery of the Alcazar and the cathedral.DISCOVERY: Tapas tour in Seville.The afternoon, we'll cruise to Isla Minima. We'll tour a genuine Andalusian hacienda located on the banks of the Guadalquivir followed by an equestrian show. Afterwards, we'll return on board and start cruising towards El Puerto de Santa Maria(2). Enjoy an evening of entertainment.
This morning, take part in an optional excursion for both packages : Jerez, horse show and wine tasting in a bodega.We'll cuise to Cadiz.In the afternoon, join us for the optional excursions proposed :CLASSIC: Cádiz and its cathedral.DISCOVERY: Hike along the oceanfront in Cadiz to the Castle of San Sebastián.Tonight, join us on an optional excursion for both packages : Flamenco evening.
We'll cruise along the Guadiana towards Alcoutim .Enjoy some free time in Alcoutim before returning to the ship. We’ll begin cruising to Huelva, arriving in the evening. We'll enjoy dinner and an evening of entertainment.
In the morning, join us for the optional excursion proposed for both packages: The Wharf of the Caravels.We'll cruise to Seville. Tonight's our onboard gala dinner and evening.
Join us on an included excursion for both packages : Full-day excursion to Granada (driving time is approximately 3 hours round trip). This grandiose and verdant site owes its prestige to its Moorish monuments, especially the Alhambra: a palace straight out of the 1001 Nights and to the Generalife, a pleasure palace with attached romantic gardens.

DAY 8

Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.
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Cadiz and its cathedral - 2025

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Pre-paid : 77.00 AUD

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Cadiz and its cathedral - 2024

We'll leave by coach on a panoramic tour of Cádiz, one of the oldest cities in Europe. You'll be able to revel in the cultural and historical riches of the city, as well as its long str

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Pre-paid : 68.00 AUD

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Hike the waterfront in Cadiz - 2025

Walk along the oceanfront to the Castle of San Sebastián. According to legend, the Temple of Kronos (a Titan of the Greek gods) was first built here. A chapel was built in the 1400s by Venetian

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Pre-paid : 136.00 AUD

On-board : 150.00 AUD

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Hike the waterfront in Cadiz - 2024

Walk along the oceanfront to the Castle of San Sebastián. According to legend, the Temple of Kronos (a Titan of the Greek gods) was first built here. A chapel was built in the 1400s by Venetian

DURATION hours

PRICE PER PERSON

Pre-paid : 129.00 AUD

On-board : 143.00 AUD

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Day trip to Cordoba (lunch included) - 2025

Transfer by coach from Seville to Cordoba (driving time is approximately 2 hours round trip). Cordoba's golden era started in the 8th century when it was conquered by the Moors who built about 300

DURATION 10:00 hours

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Pre-paid : 222.00 AUD

On-board : 247.00 AUD

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Day trip to Cordoba (lunch included) - 2024

Transfer by coach from Seville to Cordoba (driving time is approximately 2 hours round trip). Cordoba's golden era started in the 8th century when it was conquered by the Moors who built about 300

DURATION 10:00 hours

PRICE PER PERSON

Pre-paid : 213.00 AUD

On-board : 240.00 AUD

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Flamenco evening in Cadiz - 2025

After dinner, departure on foot for a Flamenco evening. Flamenco (cante flamenco) is an art created by the Gypsy and Andalusian peoples based on popular folklore born from the various cultures which f

DURATION 02:30 hours

PRICE PER PERSON

Pre-paid : 93.00 AUD

On-board : 104.00 AUD

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Flamenco evening in Cadiz - 2024

After dinner, departure on foot for a Flamenco evening. Flamenco (cante flamenco) is an art created by the Gypsy and Andalusian peoples based on popular folklore born from the various cultures which f

DURATION 02:30 hours

PRICE PER PERSON

Pre-paid : 90.00 AUD

On-board : 100.00 AUD

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Guided tour of Granada and the Alhambra (full day with lunch included) - 2025

You will travel to Granada by coach (driving time is approximately 3 hours round trip). Located at the foot of the Sierra Nevada and at the confluence of three rivers, Granada was the capital of the l

DURATION 14:30 hours

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Pre-paid : 175.00 AUD

On-board : 195.00 AUD

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Guided tour of Granada and the Alhambra (full day with lunch included) - 2024

You will travel to Granada by coach (driving time is approximately 3 hours round trip). Located at the foot of the Sierra Nevada and at the confluence of three rivers, Granada was the capital of the l

DURATION 14:30 hours

PRICE PER PERSON

Pre-paid : 170.00 AUD

On-board : 190.00 AUD

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Visit of Jerez, horse show and wine tasting in a bodega - 2025

We will leave by coach for Jerez.Known worldwide as the cradle of flamenco music, the city is also revered for its sherries, fine horses, and bull ranches. During a panoramic tour, you'll discover

DURATION 06:00 hours

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Pre-paid : 167.00 AUD

On-board : 184.00 AUD

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Visit of Jerez, horse show and wine tasting in a bodega - 2024

We will leave by coach for Jerez.Known worldwide as the cradle of flamenco music, the city is also revered for its sherries, fine horses, and bull ranches. During a panoramic tour, you'll discover

DURATION 06:00 hours

PRICE PER PERSON

Pre-paid : 167.00 AUD

On-board : 184.00 AUD

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Seville tapas tour - 2025

You’ll leave directly from the ship with a local guide for a tapas food tour in several eateries in the center of Seville. Discover the wide range of Spanish delights and flavors served as appet

DURATION hours

PRICE PER PERSON

Pre-paid : 172.00 AUD

On-board : 191.00 AUD

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Seville tapas tour - 2024

You’ll leave directly from the ship with a local guide for a tapas food tour in several eateries in the center of Seville. Discover the wide range of Spanish delights and flavors served as appet

DURATION hours

PRICE PER PERSON

Pre-paid : 163.00 AUD

On-board : 181.00 AUD

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Seville and the Alcazar Palace - 2025

Transfer by coach to Seville. We'll start off our visit with the azulejos that adorn the Plaza de España which was constructed for the Ibero-American Exposition of 1929. The 200 meter diame

DURATION 04:30 hours

PRICE PER PERSON

Pre-paid : 142.00 AUD

On-board : 158.00 AUD

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Seville and the Alcazar Palace - 2024

Transfer by coach to Seville. We'll start off our visit with the azulejos that adorn the Plaza de España which was constructed for the Ibero-American Exposition of 1929. The 200 meter diame

DURATION 04:30 hours

PRICE PER PERSON

Pre-paid : 140.00 AUD

On-board : 156.00 AUD

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La Rabida Friary and Wharf of the Caravels - 2025

Set off by coach for a guided visit of the Rábida Friary. Christopher Columbus was welcomed here by Brother Juan Perez who gave him hospitality. This Franciscan Friary was one of only two or th

DURATION 05:00 hours

PRICE PER PERSON

Pre-paid : 104.00 AUD

On-board : 115.00 AUD

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La Rabida Friary and Wharf of the Caravels - 2024

Set off by coach for a guided visit of the Rábida Friary. Christopher Columbus was welcomed here by Brother Juan Perez who gave him hospitality. This Franciscan Friary was one of only two or th

DURATION 05:00 hours

PRICE PER PERSON

Pre-paid : 97.00 AUD

On-board : 108.00 AUD

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