Cruise history-filled Croatian coastlines, sun-soaked Greek islands and all the waters of Europe in between.
The only trouble with cruising Europe is deciding just where to go. If you’re looking for clear skies and a warm breeze, set out from Athens to explore the Aegean Sea. If it’s a touch of the Old World and historical intrigue that drives you, then raise the sail in Split or Dubrovnik and embrace the Adriatic, while the Mediterranean coasts of Spain and Portugal boast stunning beaches and ancient Islamic architecture. Whatever your tastes, the vast breadth of European coast offers a multitude of unique experiences for any and all seafaring adventurers.Â
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One could spend a lifetime cruising the coastlines of Europe and Asia, but there’s plenty more to experience on terra firma. Peregrine’s new Land and Sea Cruises deliver the best of both worlds: small-ship coastal cruising and classic Peregrine adventures on land.Â
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A world of travel in your hands
Cruising along the famous coastlines and waterways is one of life's real treasures, the kind you circle in the calendar and greedily count down the days towards. You've saved for this, earned this, and we want to help you enjoy every moment right down to the final drop of Grecian wine at sunset.
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Highlights of European Adventure Cruising
Sail the seas of the Cyclades
This collection of Greek islands is famous for the classical blue and white domed architecture that rings each coastline. The narrow lanes of Mykonos and Santorini are the region’s biggest drawcards, but between the beaches of Poliegos, the villages of Paros, and the ancient sites of Delos, the smaller and less crowded islands more than hold their own.
Explore the colourful medina in Tangier
Take a tour of Tangier's medina with a local guide. It's the perfect place to while away the hours shopping for trinkets or tasty snacks or just soaking up the atmosphere among the Moroccan people. Sip traditional mint tea at one of the many cafes and enjoy lunch as a group at a local restaurant to sample some of Morocco's finest tagine and couscous.
Discover the beauty in Kornati National Park
When playwright George Bernard Shaw first saw the islands off the Croatian coast, he wrote that God must have made them ‘out of tears, stars and breath.’ Sail, swim and kayak from one pristine bay to another to witness the vast wealth of marine wildlife and natural beauty throughout the 89 islands of the Kornati Archipelago.
Behold the grandeur of Granada
Set at the foot of the Sierra Nevada Mountains in Spain, Granada lies at a crossroads of geography and culture, with influences from North Africa to Western Europe, from the Atlantic to the Mediterranean. But seven centuries of Arabic rule have left the deepest mark, with Alhambra Palace standing testament to the beauty and depth of Moorish architecture.
Cruise the Algarve coast
The Mediterranean coast of Portugal is well known for its golden stretches of sand, but the region has far more to offer than just beautiful beaches. Ria Formosa Natural Park is one of the most important areas for aquatic birds in the country, while the medieval city of Silves is home to Islamic castles and Christian cathedrals.
Live it up on the Dalmatian Coast
The scenery across Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast is wide and varied, from Roman ruins and Venetian villages to pristine riverbanks and stunning shorelines. Dive into the waters of the Adriatic Sea, sail along the Neretva River, feast inside Diocletian’s Palace in Split, and swim beneath the waterfalls in Krka National Park.
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