10 Night Cruise sailing from Southampton roundtrip aboard Oriana.

Cruise Overview:
Join Oriana on this captivating 10-night cruise which sails along the Atlantic coast to exotic Casablanca taking in some of the best ports along the Portuguese and Spanish coastlines as well as the Mediterranean port of Gibraltar.

First port of call is La Coruna where you could fill your morning with a visit to its aquarium or planetarium. Then Oriana cruises all the way to Casablanca, her most southerly stop, where you can barter in its ancient medina or marvel at the world's largest mosque with a soaring 700ft high minaret. Next stop is historic Cadiz, an interesting port that is also the starting point for excursions into stunning Seville where the labyrinth streets of the old Jewish Santa Cruz Quarter and the magnificent Alcazar await. In Gibraltar, you'll find stunning views from the Rock which is also home to its famous Barbary apes.

Experience the cosmopolitan charms of Portugal's small but perfectly formed capital city Lisbon whose streets boast a heady mix of medieval and Moorish influences before sailing back to Southampton in Oriana's signature style, with a choice of beautiful locations for pre-dinner drinks followed by fine dining and entertainment to complete your holiday.

About Corunna
The name of Corunnas cruise dock - Transatlantic Quay - reflects its location on the northwestern tip of the Iberian Peninsular making it - you might be surprised to learn - the closest European port to New York.
It is a charming mixture of old town and new town also with a couple of beaches along the two-mile stretch of coastline it overlooks. The colonnaded Maria Pita Square is at the heart of the old town, with many shops, bars and restaurants all around. There are various fascinating museums including the interactive House of Mankind plus an aquarium and planetarium.
Corunna is also the main Atlantic gateway to one of the most ruggedly scenic regions in Spain - Galicia. Among its attractions is one of the worlds great pilgrimage destinations: Santiago de Compostela, with its Romanesque cathedral.

About Casablanca
The sprawling, Moroccan city of Casablanca, sits on the north-west coast of Africa. Modern, vibrant and boasting a fascinating history and heritage, it offers some incredible contrasts. Racing traffic whizzes by a backdrop of wide boulevards, parks and streets lined with a unique blend of French-Colonian and Moroccan style architecture, all of which can be explored on our Casablanca cruises.
Part of Casablanca lies within the walls of the Ancienne Medina - built in the 19th century - which contains narrow lanes crammed with piled-high stalls as well as the last remains of the city's 18th century fortifications.
On our cruises to Casablanca you can also see rising above the ocean on a rocky outcrop the Hassan ll Mosque - the landmark of the city. Designed by French architect Michel Pinseau and built to commemorate the former King's birthday, it is the world's largest mosque, boasting a soaring 700ft high minaret. In addition, Casablanca cruise itineraries include a short drive up the coast to visit Rabat, Morocco's capital and home of the country's royal family.

About Gibraltar
Britons love cruising to 'home from home' Mediterranean cruise port Gibraltar - and not just because it has some excellent pubs and tax free shops (good buys include glassware, china, leather goods, alcohol, perfume, silk and cashmere garments).
Gibraltar also offers wonderful views of Algeciras Bay and the Moroccan mountains from the Rock Restaurant, served by cable car from the Grand Parade.
Birdwatchers can spot more than 230 species and there are clearly marked nature trails you can follow to discover the country's flora and fauna.
The most famous 'fauna' of course, are Gibraltar's Barbary apes - get off the cable car at the halfway station to see these, then proceed to the top and hire an audio tape charting the Rock's fascinating history.
Alternatively spend a day at the beach - Catalan Bay is the prettiest, with its colourful fishing boats and excellent seafood restaurants.

About Lisbon
Some of the best views of the Portuguese capital come as your ship cruises along the Tagus River. You pass the Belem Tower and the impressive Monument to the Discoveries with its statue of Henry the Navigator before arriving at the Lisbon cruise terminal.

Although small for a European capital, this city does sprawl a little so you would do best to concentrate on three districts - Baixa, Bairro Alto and Alfama, each with its own distinctive style, making Lisbon cruises a must see.

Baixa has busy streets of inviting shops, cafes and restaurants while Alfama is the atmospheric old town with narrow cobblestone streets, medieval and Moorish-style buildings, wrought-iron balconies with trailing flowers and a mix of small shops and bars. Bairro Alto is another historic district with narrow streets and is a steep climb from Baixa so look out for the 100-year-old lift (Elevador do Carmo) near Rossio Square. With such a variety of destinations to explore, cruises to Lisbon bring to your holiday a balance of both modern and historical grounds.