Between the Basque Country and Normandy - Sailing Cruise

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£4285 GBP pp

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Highlights

  • Delightful pre-cruise program: Bilbao’s modern architecture and delicious wines.
  • Trend City in the Basque Country: San Sebastián attracts gourmets and culture lovers alike.
  • Gourmet City La Rochelle: Where Cognac, Pineau and fresh oysters are served.
  • Wild Brittany up close: The Quiberon Peninsula with dramatic surf, wide sandy beaches, and charming Breton coastal villages.
  • Guernsey, charming Channel Island: Rugged cliffs, gentle dunes, and flowering summer meadows.

Highlights

  • Delightful pre-cruise program: Bilbao’s modern architecture and delicious wines.
  • Trend City in the Basque Country: San Sebastián attracts gourmets and culture lovers alike.
  • Gourmet City La Rochelle: Where Cognac, Pineau and fresh oysters are served.
  • Wild Brittany up close: The Quiberon Peninsula with dramatic surf, wide sandy beaches, and charming Breton coastal villages.
  • Guernsey, charming Channel Island: Rugged cliffs, gentle dunes, and flowering summer meadows.
Capacity: 136
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This journey traces the Atlantic coast from northern Spain to northern France, linking distinctive maritime regions shaped by food, wine, and seafaring tradition. Departing Bilbao, the route highlights Basque culture in San Sebastián before alternating sailing days with calls in historic ports such as La Rochelle and Quiberon, where coastal gastronomy and regional character define each stop. The voyage continues through the Channel Islands with a visit to Guernsey, marked by rugged cliffs and pastoral landscapes, before concluding in Honfleur, the gateway to Paris and a harbour long associated with artists, traders, and explorers.

Some departures may have slightly modified itineraries. Please confirm the itinerary with an Expedition Specialist.

  • Delightful pre-cruise program: Bilbao’s modern architecture and delicious wines.
  • Trend City in the Basque Country: San Sebastián attracts gourmets and culture lovers alike.
  • Gourmet City La Rochelle: Where Cognac, Pineau and fresh oysters are served.
  • Wild Brittany up close: The Quiberon Peninsula with dramatic surf, wide sandy beaches, and charming Breton coastal villages.
  • Guernsey, charming Channel Island: Rugged cliffs, gentle dunes, and flowering summer meadows.

Availability is always subject to confirmation. Please check with us before booking flights

28 May, 2027 to 04 June, 2027 on Sea Cloud Spirit
Prices

Prices quoted here are often dependent on currency fluctuations. Please check with (01432 507450 or info@small-cruise-ships.com) for the very latest price, which may well be cheaper than the one advertised here.

Category E: Superior cabins, outside. From
£4285 GBP pp
Category E: Superior cabins, outside. From
These outside cabins on both sides of the cabin deck are the epitome of cosiness on board the SEA CLOUD SPIRIT. This is where you can retreat, switch off and relax while enjoying the unique luxurious ambience for which our private yachts are famous. Here too, tradition and the future of travel on board a modern tall ship meets in the elegant interior.
Category D: De luxe cabins, outside. From
£5025 GBP pp
Category D: De luxe cabins, outside. From
The large portholes give our De-Luxe outside cabins on the cabin deck a special maritime flair. Together with their elegant yacht ambience, these living spaces emphasise the certainty of being on an extraordinary journey with an extraordinary ship. Precious materials and the stylish design give the spacious cabins a cosy atmosphere. And of course this cabin category is also characterised by the combination of the long SEA CLOUD tradition with the modern interpretation of classic elegance.
Category F: Superior single cabins, outside. From
£5319 GBP pp
Category F: Superior single cabins, outside. From
The two cabins in this category are the ideal home for single travellers who want to enjoy the special comfort of the SEA CLOUD SPIRIT. In a slightly smaller space, they offer the same luxury and comfort as the other double cabins on the cabin deck.
Category C: De luxe lido cabins, outside. From
£5765 GBP pp
Category C: De luxe lido cabins, outside. From
The large outside cabins of this category on the lidodeck combine the comfort and personal atmosphere of a five-star hotel room with the maritime, elegant cosiness that only the SEA CLOUD SPIRIT offers. The high panoramic windows can be opened - you can therefore immediately feel the special spirit of a sea voyage aboard the SEA CLOUD SPIRIT in your cabin. Of course, these panoramic windows also offer a wonderful view of the sea at any time of day.
Category B: Junior suites with balcony. From
£6799 GBP pp
Category B: Junior suites with balcony. From
Our junior suites are also characterised by the elegant interpretation of the SEA CLOUD's classic design and are designed with love for detail. Their generous character is further enhanced by the fact that they are flooded with light thanks to the panorama windows. Those who are still not satisfied with the view outside the window can enjoy the proximity of the sea from the spacious balcony. These cabins are a must for people who love the sea and above all fresh air. The simple elegance of the classic modern interior corresponds in gentle tension with the maritime atmosphere on board our new ship.
Category A: Suites with balcony. From
£7685 GBP pp
Category A: Suites with balcony. From
The SEA CLOUD SPIRIT carries the spirit of our legendary flagship into a new age. This is also reflected in the ambience of the suites on the panorama deck. Her noble design combines with the spaciousness of the room to create an exclusive living environment. The idea of the suite is the modern interpretation of a tradition from the time when the ship owners themselves lived on board and had the best cabins furnished for themselves. The feeling of being the centre of the endless expanse of the ocean is reinforced by the unique perspective through the large panoramic windows overlooking the sea. Experiencing the sea is meant literally here – on the large balcony, sailing becomes a special pleasure.
12 July, 2027 to 20 July, 2027 on Sea Cloud Spirit (reverse)
Prices

Prices quoted here are often dependent on currency fluctuations. Please check with (01432 507450 or info@small-cruise-ships.com) for the very latest price, which may well be cheaper than the one advertised here.

Category E: Superior cabins, outside. From
£4875 GBP pp
Category E: Superior cabins, outside. From
These outside cabins on both sides of the cabin deck are the epitome of cosiness on board the SEA CLOUD SPIRIT. This is where you can retreat, switch off and relax while enjoying the unique luxurious ambience for which our private yachts are famous. Here too, tradition and the future of travel on board a modern tall ship meets in the elegant interior.
Category D: De luxe cabins, outside. From
£5765 GBP pp
Category D: De luxe cabins, outside. From
The large portholes give our De-Luxe outside cabins on the cabin deck a special maritime flair. Together with their elegant yacht ambience, these living spaces emphasise the certainty of being on an extraordinary journey with an extraordinary ship. Precious materials and the stylish design give the spacious cabins a cosy atmosphere. And of course this cabin category is also characterised by the combination of the long SEA CLOUD tradition with the modern interpretation of classic elegance.
Category F: Superior single cabins, outside. From
£6059 GBP pp
Category F: Superior single cabins, outside. From
The two cabins in this category are the ideal home for single travellers who want to enjoy the special comfort of the SEA CLOUD SPIRIT. In a slightly smaller space, they offer the same luxury and comfort as the other double cabins on the cabin deck.
Category C: De luxe lido cabins, outside. From
£6505 GBP pp
Category C: De luxe lido cabins, outside. From
The large outside cabins of this category on the lidodeck combine the comfort and personal atmosphere of a five-star hotel room with the maritime, elegant cosiness that only the SEA CLOUD SPIRIT offers. The high panoramic windows can be opened - you can therefore immediately feel the special spirit of a sea voyage aboard the SEA CLOUD SPIRIT in your cabin. Of course, these panoramic windows also offer a wonderful view of the sea at any time of day.
Category B: Junior suites with balcony. From
£7685 GBP pp
Category B: Junior suites with balcony. From
Our junior suites are also characterised by the elegant interpretation of the SEA CLOUD's classic design and are designed with love for detail. Their generous character is further enhanced by the fact that they are flooded with light thanks to the panorama windows. Those who are still not satisfied with the view outside the window can enjoy the proximity of the sea from the spacious balcony. These cabins are a must for people who love the sea and above all fresh air. The simple elegance of the classic modern interior corresponds in gentle tension with the maritime atmosphere on board our new ship.
Category A: Suites with balcony. From
£8869 GBP pp
Category A: Suites with balcony. From
The SEA CLOUD SPIRIT carries the spirit of our legendary flagship into a new age. This is also reflected in the ambience of the suites on the panorama deck. Her noble design combines with the spaciousness of the room to create an exclusive living environment. The idea of the suite is the modern interpretation of a tradition from the time when the ship owners themselves lived on board and had the best cabins furnished for themselves. The feeling of being the centre of the endless expanse of the ocean is reinforced by the unique perspective through the large panoramic windows overlooking the sea. Experiencing the sea is meant literally here – on the large balcony, sailing becomes a special pleasure.
show reverse itinerary
Day 1 Bilbao, Spain
Day 2 San Sebastián (Pasajes), Spain
Day 3 Day under full sails
Day 4 La Rochelle (La Pallice), France
Day 5 Quiberon (Port-Haliguen), France
Day 6 Day under full sails
Day 7 Guernsey, Great Britain
Day 8 Honfleur (Paris), France
Please note:

Itineraries are subject to change. 

Sea Cloud Spirit
Building a three-mast full-rigged ship with traditional rigging in the 21st century may seem a little unusual. For SEA CLOUD CRUISES it is a commitment to true passion for sailing. With her clear, cl…

Sea Cloud Spirit

Building a three-mast full-rigged ship with traditional rigging in the 21st century may seem a little unusual. For SEA CLOUD CRUISES it is a commitment to true passion for sailing. With her clear, classic line she follows the example of her elegant windjammer sisters, but goes completely new ways. An entire deck with balcony cabins, an exclusive wellness and SPA area, a fitness room with sea view, a bistro on deck as an evening alternative to “fine dining” in the restaurant – the youngest member of the SEA CLOUD family offers plenty of room for individuality in addition to genuine windjammer romance.

The SEA CLOUD SPIRIT combines traditional windjammer experience with 21st century comfort with up to 136 passengers.

Cabins
Even more comfort: of the 69 cabins from the owner suite to the superior outside cabin, almost half have balconies or windows to open.

Public areas
Spacious decks, a generous wellness and SPA area, fitness with sea view and much more: on board the SEA CLOUD SPIRIT, one does not only enjoy the freedom under sails.

Deck plans are for illustrative purposes only – The actual ship and cabin layout may differ.

Cabin layout for Sea Cloud Spirit
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