Ambassador Cruise Line has a wide range of options for wine lovers
Wine enthusiasts from around the world gather each year to celebrate the art of winemaking and the pleasure of savoring it in a delicious glass. The winemaking process, as well as its tasting, is part of an ancient culture that Ambassador Cruise Line wants to share with its passengers. They will visit classic destinations from a unique perspective, traveling to some of Europe's most famous wine regions, such as Bordeaux, Northern Spain, Sicily, and Tuscany, where they can learn about this culture by visiting wineries and vineyards and tasting a variety of high-quality wines.
Among other itineraries, the company highlights some of its cruises with important ports of call as must-see destinations for those looking to enjoy the best vintages while sailing the seas.
On your Hidden Gems of France, Spain and Portugal cruise , a 12-night cruise departing from Liverpool on July 15, 2024, aboard the Ambition, you'll have the opportunity to explore the world of wine in destinations such as A Coruña and Getxo in Spain, Porto and Lisbon in Portugal, and Bordeaux in France, where wine is an integral part of the culture.
The classic Mediterranean cruise , a 24-night voyage departing from London on February 24, 2025, aboard the Ambience, visits various Spanish cities such as Vigo, Cádiz, Barcelona, Valencia, Málaga, and Palma de Mallorca, before heading to Toulon in France and several destinations in Italy and Sicily. The return to Spain includes stops in Barcelona, Valencia, Málaga, Porto, and then back to London. From the sun-drenched vineyards of France to the picturesque landscapes of Porto, the wine regions of Italy, and the rich heritage of Spanish viticulture, here are some of the best cruise ports for wine lovers.
European destinations also known for their wine culture, such as Bordeaux, synonymous with exceptional wines, with more than 60 appellations of origin and almost 7,000 châteaux, which produce some of the most revered wines in the world, such as Château Margaux, Château Lafite Rothschild, and Château Mouton Rothschild; Porto, the heart of the Portuguese port wine industry, with wine experiences that captivate the senses and leave an indelible mark on wine lovers; Tuscany, which offers a tempting array of wine delights to explore, such as Chianti, where vineyards produce some of Italy's most prized red wines, or Bolgheri, known for its prestigious Super Tuscan wines; or the various Spanish cities are gateways to the diverse wine regions of Spain, from cava wineries like Freixenet and Codorníu, to tastings of reserve wines from Rioja, Rueda, Priorat or Ribera del Duero; among others.
Ambassador Cruise Line has two new ships that this season offer a variety of itineraries across the Atlantic, visiting destinations in the Canary Islands, Morocco, and more; the Mediterranean, with stops in ports such as Barcelona, Porto, Toulon, and Livorno; and Northern Europe, visiting Amsterdam, Tromsø, Hamburg, and other destinations. These are places full of diverse landscapes, culture, and history, and many of them boast a rich culinary and wine tradition.
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