France, England and Scotland: Medieval Cities and Wild Coasts
Sail from Spain to Scotland on a grand voyage that illuminates the history, culture and breathtaking coastal scenery of Atlantic Europe. You’ll travel as the season shifts, witnessing landscapes come alive with lush greenery and enjoying storied sites, like Bordeaux’s Place de la Bourse, Portsmouth’s dockyards and the medieval ramparts of Saint-Malo, before the summer crowds arrive. Along the way, savor regional culinary delights—from world-class wines to fresh-caught oysters—as you become immersed in the timeless beauty and rich maritime legacy of Europe’s coastal gems.
Highlights
Discover Bordeaux’s world-renowned vineyards and wines, grand architecture and the elegant Port de Lune
Stroll through the 500-year-old walled city of Saint-Malo and explore Portsmouth’s historic dockyards, both shaped by centuries of maritime heritage
Experience the dramatic beauty of the Channel Islands, the White Cliffs of Dover, the estuaries of Portsmouth and the bird cliffs of Bass Rock
Photograph a stunning blend of subjects, from the medieval streets and iconic abbey of Mont-Saint-Michel to the rugged coastlines of Northumberland
Delve into WWII history as you uncover Bordeaux’s role in the French resistance or enter Dover Castle’s secret underground tunnels, where the Dunkirk evacuation was planned
From
$6,952
/ per person
Does not include any flights
Ships
National Geographic Explorer
GUESTS 148
CABINS 81
DECKS 6
An authentic expedition ship, purpose-engineered for blue water and polar exploration
Expedition Team
Over 50+ years of exploring, Lindblad Expeditions’ veteran staff and the quality companionship they provide has established the company’s reputation. From expedition leaders to naturalists, most hold advanced degrees and are established authorities in their fields. Some join a few expeditions each year to explore the same sites, some of them spending some time in the field away from rigorous academic work. And others lead expeditions all around the world—with many guests saying, “Where you’re going, we’re going,” and returning time after time to travel with them. Browse our team directory to discover the full cast of expedition staff.
Special Offers
BRINGING THE KIDS
SAVE 5% TRAVELING AS A GROUP
CELEBRATE LIFE'S MILESTONES
PAY BY DEBIT: EARN A $100 ONBOARD CREDIT
COMBINING OFFERS
10% OFF BACK-TO-BACK VOYAGES