European Grand Tour – Lisbon from Southampton

About this cruise

Block out 11 nights from October 20, 2027 and let this sailing from Southampton do its thing. The route covers Zeebrugge, IJmuiden (Amsterdam) and Le Havre (Paris), with additional stops along the Western Mediterranean and there's plenty of room to breathe between each stop. The trip wraps in Lisbon, so you won't retrace your steps. Expect a run of consecutive ports, 9 stops total, with the busiest days packed close together. The sea days around them feel earned. The Western Mediterranean route takes in Belgium, Netherlands, France, Spain and Portugal, 5 countries, and the differences show up in the food, the architecture, and the mood. Keep an eye out for Vigo: Galicia's vibrant port of seafood and rias. Roughly 11 hours ashore per stop. No need to rush. Norwegian Star keeps you well fed. 13 places to eat, with 4 included in the fare and a few specialty spots if you're in the mood. The shows alone are worth the extra nights. You'll catch comedy, music, theatre, and themed evenings you'd miss on a shorter trip. If you've done the short cruises and want more, this is the upgrade. Longer, deeper, and more relaxed. If you can, add a night in Southampton before boarding. It's a good city to wander. And October is a good call. Still warm, less crowded, and usually cheaper too. That's 11 nights well spent.