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Spain/Portugal/France/England

A Voyage Through History: Lisbon to London on the Ocean Albatros

Program No. 24889RJ
The coasts of Portugal, France and England are yours to explore on this exciting Floating Campus! Board the Ocean Albatros to trace history from the Neolithic to modern ages.

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Program
At a Glance
Duration
12 days
Program Begins
Lisbon
Program Concludes
London
Meals
28 ( 10B, 8L, 10D )
Activity Level
From prehistoric Stonehenge to medieval Brittany to the modern cities of Lisbon and London, voyage through time on the expedition ship Ocean Albatros, part of our Floating Campus! Experience examples of Romanesque, Baroque and Gothic art and architecture firsthand as you visit cathedrals and castles, including the magnificent Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela and the Quimper Cathedral, located in the oldest city in Brittany. History and art go hand-in-hand with natural treasures like the Tresco Abbey Gardens, featuring lush flora and local fauna. Onboard instructors offer lectures, Q&A sessions and casual discussions to expand on your experiences in port. In true campus style, you’ll also have opportunities to participate in onboard activities, live performances and getting to know other Road Scholars who love learning — and voyages — as much as you do.
Best of all, you'll...
  • Enjoy exclusive access to experts who will be with you throughout your journey and learn from them as you take in onboard lectures and educational activities.
  • Visit the magnificent Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, one of the finest examples of both Romanesque and Baroque art.
  • Explore Cornwall, the southernmost coast of the U.K., with its beautiful scenery and rich cultural history, which is the setting of the famous historical novels (and drama series) "Poldark."
  • Learn about the Neolithic history of the area of Portland with a visit to the prehistoric landmark and UNESCO World Heritage Site of Stonehenge.
  • Spend a night in your starting and ending cities of Lisbon and London, allowing you extended opportunities to explore these bustling and historic cultural centers.
General Notes
This learning adventure is part of Road Scholar’s Floating Campus. You’ll experience a true campus feel as we enjoy field trips onshore and expert instruction during exclusive lectures, Q&A sessions and discussions. Enjoy a book club, onboard activities, a live performance and the camaraderie that can only be found with fellow Road Scholars! Please note that we need a minimum number of participants to enroll in this program to have exclusive use of the ship. In the event we do not meet the minimum number, then the cruise line may have its own passengers on the ship, though they will not be part of any Road Scholar activities.
Activity Level
Choose Your Pace
Choose from two or more options of activity levels to find your perfect pace.
Floating Campus
On our Road Scholar Floating Campuses, we’ll have the entire ship to ourselves and enjoy field trips onshore in smaller groups. Onboard experts will be on hand throughout the voyage and will offer instruction during exclusive lectures, Q&A sessions and discussions.
Suggested Reading List
View Full List (22 Books)
You can also find many of the books we recommend at the Road Scholar store on bookshop.org, a website that supports local bookstores.
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Peace of Mind

We want your Road Scholar learning adventure to be something to look forward to—not worry about. That’s why we go to the ends of the earth to give you peace of mind, from the moment you enroll until the day you return home.

Assurance Plan

Road Scholar's continued commitment to our participants and their well-being is exemplified whether participating on a program in the United States or on one of our International programs, every Road Scholar participant receives coverage under our Road Scholar Assurance Plan.

Want to Protect Your Investment?

Road Scholar is pleased to offer its Trip Protection Plan as a way to protect your program investment. You may purchase this optional trip protection plan when enrolling in your program.

Sustainable Travel

We offset a portion of the emissions created by your travel. Read about our commitment to a more sustainable planet.






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