from Cadiz to Lisbon
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Highlights of the voyage
* Set sail from A Coruña during the Tall Ships Festival, one of Europe's most significant maritime celebrations
* Sail aboard the magnificent four-masted schooner Santa Maria Manuela
* Round the legendary Cape Finisterre with a following wind
* Follow Portugal's spectacular Atlantic coast southwards
* Experience traditional seamanship and life at sea
* Sail up the Tagus, past Lisbon's iconic landmarks
* Arrive in Portugal's historic capital, renowned for its rich maritime heritage
* Enjoy life aboard a tall ship and make the most of time for explorations ashore
Trip description:
This unforgettable voyage begins in A Coruña, where the Tall Ships Festival brings together magnificent tall ships, maritime traditions and festive harbour bustle.
We recommend arriving early to enjoy the festival and visit the impressive Torre de Hércules (Tower of Hercules) – the oldest working lighthouse in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
After the *Santa Maria Manuela* has left Galicia, we round the legendary Cape Finisterre, known to the Romans as *Finis Terrae* – the end of the world.
With often favourable following winds, we track southwards along the Atlantic coast, enjoying the simple pleasures of life at sea.
Guests are warmly invited to help set sails, take the helm, learn traditional seamanship or simply relax on deck whilst the coastal scenery passes by.
A Coruña lies on Spain's northwest coast directly on the Atlantic and is a port city with a deep connection to the sea.
Its long waterfront promenade stretches for several kilometres and invites strolls where you can enjoy the view of waves breaking on the rocks and the beaches along the way.
The old town captivates with narrow lanes, traditional taverns and the lively Plaza de María Pita, named after the city's local heroine. At the tip of the peninsula stands the Tower of Hercules – the world's oldest working lighthouse and UNESCO World Heritage Site.
A Coruña is also renowned for its regional seafood, served fresh in simple restaurants by the harbour, as well as for its contemporary cultural offerings with museums, galleries and modern architecture.
Thanks to good access to nearby coastal towns and nature parks, A Coruña offers a successful blend of urban life and proximity to the sea.
The captain welcomes you "Welcome aboard the Santa Maria Manuela!"
Relaxed time in the evenings on board
Help the crew handle the sails, try your hand at the helm or simply relax on deck and watch the sea stretch to the horizon.
Participation is entirely voluntary, and our crew will be on hand to assist you at all times.
There are many opportunities to lend a hand. Help the crew set the sails, take the helm or keep watch on the horizon as the ship heads northeast.
Between manoeuvres you can find a favourite spot on deck, browse a book or chat unhurriedly with other guests.
Away from everyday bustle there is time to notice the smaller things: the changing colours of the water, the sound of wind in the rigging and the first lights appearing along the coast.
Whether you want to get hands-on or prefer to relax and watch the activity – there's room on board for active learning as well as quiet moments of reflection.
After several days at sea, we reach the broad waters of the Tagus and enter one of Europe's finest natural harbours.
Arriving in Lisbon is an unforgettable experience: we pass beneath the striking Ponte 25 de Abril suspension bridge and the imposing Cristo Rei monument, which towers over the city from the southern bank.
Our voyage ends in Lisbon – a city of significant maritime heritage, rich culture and distinctive architecture.
We recommend allowing ample time to explore the numerous sights: from the historic Belém district and the Jerónimos Monastery to the winding lanes of Alfama and the famous viewpoints overlooking the Tagus.
Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, is a city full of history and special character.
The winding, narrow lanes of the old town immediately draw you in, and with a bit of luck you'll hear the sound of fado drifting out from small taverns.
The tiles – the colourful *azulejos* – tell stories from the past whilst adorning walls and buildings.
Take time to visit the Belém Tower and the Jerónimos Monastery. Both are UNESCO World Heritage Sites and are closely linked to Portugal's seafaring history.
When you stand before these structures and think of the Age of Discovery, you can almost feel the weight of the centuries. Are you hungry?
Then visit a local bakery and treat yourself to a *pastel de nata*.
Believe us: this is a delicacy you'll be thinking about long after you've left.
If your time allows, stroll up to the *Miradouro da Senhora do Monte*; from there you'll enjoy one of the city's finest views.
The rooftops, the Tagus and the special play of light – the sight is simply breathtaking.
The blend of old and new makes Lisbon a place worth discovering. Wander through the neighbourhoods, have a coffee and enjoy the sunshine.
weather conditions
July brings warm and generally settled weather to both Bordeaux and Galicia.
Temperatures typically range between 26 °C and 31 °C in Bordeaux and between 22 °C and 26 °C in A Coruña, with long, sunny days, cooling sea breezes and excellent conditions for sailing as well as for explorations ashore.
Embrace the adventure of traditional seafaring and experience a very special sailing voyage aboard the "Santa Maria Manuela"!
And if you have any questions: we look forward to hearing from you 🙂
Your INMARIS Team
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