Cruise · 13 nights · with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Andalusia & Portugal with Madeira
A 13-night cruise on Fred. Olsen’s Bolette, tracing a route from Liverpool to Lisbon, southern Spain, Morocco and Madeira before calling in on northern Portugal. A measured passage through Iberia with time to absorb varied cultures and coastlines.
- Duration
- 13 nights
- Departs
- 16 Oct 2026
- Sails from
- Liverpool
- Returns to the same port
- Ship
- Bolette
- From
- £3,689
- per person, sharing
Highlights
What makes this one worth it
Two full days sailing from Liverpool to Lisbon
Lisbon’s historic quarters and pastel façades
Flamenco culture and tapas in Cádiz and Málaga
Tangier’s medina and spice markets
Madeira’s botanical gardens and coastal cliffs
About the trip
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Bolette sets sail from Liverpool for two days at sea before reaching Lisbon, where pastel-coloured façades and historic trams recall the city’s long maritime heritage. From Portugal’s capital, the ship heads to Cádiz and Málaga, southern Spanish ports where flamenco rhythms and tapas bars shape daily life.
A call at Tangier brings the scent of the medina’s spices and the chatter of market streets, followed by a day at sea before docking in Funchal, Madeira. Here, the botanical gardens offer a quiet contrast to the island’s cliffs and sea views. The final stop at Matosinhos, near Porto, adds a taste of northern Portugal to the itinerary before returning to Liverpool.
The mid-sized Bolette carries passengers efficiently between these varied coastal settings, offering extended stays ashore to take in local character. This route emphasises cultural contrast and relaxed pacing rather than a packed schedule of quick visits.
- 1 Liverpool
- 2 Lisbon
- 3 Cádiz
- 4 Málaga
- 5 Tangier
- 6 Funchal
- 7 Matosinhos
Itinerary
The route, day by day
Day 1
Liverpool, England
Day 2
At sea
Day 3
Lisbon, Portugal
Day 4
Cádiz, Spain
Day 5
Málaga, Spain
Day 6
Tangier, Morocco
When to go
Departures and prices
Lowest price each month, per person.
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines confirms exact dates, availability and prices when you book.
Need to know
Before you book
- Price based on
- Two people sharing a cabinThe operator confirms the exact basis when you book.
- Travelling alone
- Check with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
- Flights
- Not needed if you join at Liverpool
- What’s included
- Check with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
- Accessibility
- Check with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
- Cabin
- Terrace Cabin
For full details of what’s included, check with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines. See the full details on their site
Questions people ask
- How long is Andalusia & Portugal with Madeira?
- Andalusia & Portugal with Madeira is a 13 nights cruise holiday.
- Where does Andalusia & Portugal with Madeira depart from?
- Andalusia & Portugal with Madeira departs from Liverpool.
- Who operates Andalusia & Portugal with Madeira?
- Andalusia & Portugal with Madeira is operated by Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines aboard Bolette.
- How much does Andalusia & Portugal with Madeira cost?
- Prices for Andalusia & Portugal with Madeira start from £3,689, subject to availability.
The operator
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Smaller-ship cruises, many from UK ports
A Norwegian family name in shipping since the nineteenth century, known for smaller ships that can reach the narrower fjords and harbours.
You book with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines directly. They confirm your place, take payment, and look after you from the moment you leave home; Atlas & Passage’s part ends when you click through.
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