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Iberian Return
Sail Southampton to Lisbon & Discover Portugal's Capital
Sail south from Southampton aboard Oceania Nautica on a 3-night full board voyage to the sun-kissed shores of Lisbon — then step ashore for a 3-night stay at the historic 5★ Avenida Palace Hotel in the heart of Portugal's captivating capital, before your return flight home to the UK.
3 nights on Nautica · Full board · House drinks · Private overseas transfers · 3 nights 5★ Avenida Palace Lisbon · Return UK flight
The Journey
A Voyage of Rare Distinction
Begin your Iberian escape at the Port of Southampton, embarking Oceania Nautica for an intimate, country-club-casual 3-night voyage south through the Atlantic. Savour Oceania's renowned cuisine across multiple speciality restaurants with the house beverage package, unlimited WiFi and shipboard gratuities all included.
Then step ashore in Lisbon — Portugal's captivating capital spread across seven hills — where a private transfer awaits to whisk you to the magnificent 5★ Avenida Palace Hotel, a Belle Époque landmark superbly positioned in the very heart of the city. Enjoy three unhurried days exploring Lisbon's cobbled streets, ornate churches and legendary café culture before your return flight home to the UK.
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Iberian Return
Day by Day
The Itinerary
7 days · 6 nights · Southampton to Lisbon by sea, then fly home
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Day 1
Southampton, England — Embarkation
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Make your own way to Southampton port to embark Oceania Nautica for your 3-night voyage south to Lisbon. Settle into your stateroom, explore the ship's boutique restaurants, the Aquamar Spa and the Horizons observation lounge before the ship sets sail through the English Channel.
Embarkation day — all meals on board from lunch onwards.
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Day 2
At Sea
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Your first full day at sea as Oceania Nautica sails south through the Bay of Biscay. Enjoy the ship's renowned speciality dining — from the Tuscan-inspired Toscana to the classic French cuisine of Jacques — or unwind by the pool with your house beverage package, join a group fitness class, or settle in with unlimited WiFi on deck.
Full board — breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea & dinner included.
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Day 3
At Sea
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Another blissful day at sea as you cruise south along the Atlantic coast towards Portugal. Indulge in a spa treatment at the Aquamar Spa, revisit your favourite speciality restaurant, enjoy gourmet ice cream and speciality coffees by the pool, or raise a glass in the Martinis Bar as the Portuguese coastline appears on the horizon.
Full board — breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea & dinner included.
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Day 4
Lisbon, Portugal — Disembarkation
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Oceania Nautica arrives in Lisbon this morning. Enjoy a final breakfast on board before disembarking, where you'll be met and privately transferred to the magnificent 5★ Avenida Palace Hotel in the heart of the city for a 3-night stay.
The Avenida Palace is a Belle Époque landmark perfectly positioned between Rossio Square and Avenida da Liberdade — moments from Lisbon's finest boutiques, restaurants and historic sights.
Includes: breakfast on board & private transfer to hotel.
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Day 5
Lisbon, Portugal
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A full day to discover the enchantment of Lisbon. Ride the vintage Tram 28 through the labyrinthine Alfama district, marvel at the Jerónimos Monastery's Manueline splendour in Belém, and savour a warm pastel de nata straight from the oven at the legendary Pastéis de Belém bakery.
Immerse yourself in culture at the Calouste Gulbenkian Museum, browse the designer boutiques of Rua Garrett and Avenida da Liberdade, or head to the Miradouro da Graça to watch the sunset paint the terracotta rooftops in gold.
Hotel stay — 5★ Avenida Palace, Lisbon.
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Day 6
Lisbon, Portugal
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Another day to explore at your own pace. Venture beyond the city to discover the fairytale palaces and ornate villas of Sintra — a UNESCO World Heritage Site — with its extraordinary Pena Palace perched among misty mountain peaks. Alternatively, head south to Setúbal for dolphin-watching in the Sado Estuary, or simply enjoy Lisbon's world-famous café culture from a shaded pavement terrace.
Hotel stay — 5★ Avenida Palace, Lisbon.
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Day 7
Lisbon to UK — Return Flight
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Your Iberian journey comes to an end today. After checkout from the Avenida Palace Hotel, you'll be privately transferred to Lisbon airport for your return flight home to the UK — taking with you wonderful memories of Oceania's legendary hospitality and the timeless charm of Portugal's captivating capital.
Includes: private transfer to airport & one-way return flight to the UK.
Effortless Luxury
Every Detail, Included
A seamless, luxurious cruise-and-stay experience — every element thoughtfully curated and included in the price.
3 nights at 5★ Avenida Palace, Lisbon
3 nights aboard Oceania Nautica
Sail away from Southampton
Full board meals on board
House beverage package
All speciality restaurant dining
In-suite & in-stateroom dining
Sodas, speciality coffees & teas
Shipboard gratuities
Unlimited WiFi on board
Private overseas transfers throughout
One-way return flight to the UK
Accommodation
Staterooms
Choose your sanctuary at sea. Every stateroom includes the full house beverage package, hotel stay, private transfers, return UK flight and Oceania's signature amenities.
Stateroom
Inside Cabin
A comfortable stateroom with drinks package included, offering all the elegance of Oceania hospitality.
Stateroom
Outside Cabin
An ocean-view stateroom framing your Atlantic panorama, with drinks package included.
Stateroom
Veranda Cabin
Your own private balcony above the Atlantic — the finest way to watch the ocean glide by.
Premium
Concierge Stateroom
Enjoy priority service, exclusive access and refined touches with drinks package included.
Ready to Set Sail
Speak With a Cruise Specialist
Our dedicated team can confirm stateroom availability, hotel upgrades, preferred UK arrival airports and every special request on this exclusive Iberian Return cruise-and-stay package aboard Oceania Nautica.
Terms & Conditions
Advertised offers are based on 2 adults sharing the lowest category stateroom/cabin/suite unless otherwise stated. Single supplements may apply. Offers are subject to availability and can change without any prior notice and may go up or down in price. Cruise Line campaign(s) and saving messages are strictly controlled by the Cruise Line(s) and are subject to change or be withdrawn without notice.
Flight inclusive packages, where promoted, are based on the cheapest UK departure airport so please ask for further details. Advertised hotels, if any, are suggested however are changeable at a possible additional cost. All prices and port itineraries are correct at the time of print but are subject to change by the Cruise Line(s) without prior notice. Hays Travel reserves the right to correct any errors or omissions in this brochure.
Some ports of call may be tendered whereas vessels drop anchor a short distance away and use small boats to reach the shore. Full board to all-inclusive inclusions vary by the Cruise Line(s) and restrictions may apply. Some onboard facilities and items may incur a charge. Select destinations may require travel authorisation for visa-exempt travellers to be completed prior to travelling. Hays Travel LTD accepts no responsibility or compensation for any incomplete forms or declined entries from the respective country or countries that the individual(s) are visiting.
Oceania Nautica — Iberian Return from Southampton. Departure: 23 August 2027. 6 nights total: 3 nights on Nautica sailing from Southampton to Lisbon plus 3 nights at 5★ Avenida Palace Lisbon. Return flight to selected UK airports. Inside Cabin with drinks from £1,589pp. Outside Cabin with drinks from £1,699pp. Veranda Cabin with drinks from £1,859pp. Concierge Stateroom with drinks from £1,999pp. Tour Operator: Oceania Cruises.