Sail into the world’s
picturesque village of Mijas, known for white-washed houses, or swanky Marbella, the playground of the rich and flashy.
The final stop, Cartagena, is bursting with history and home to the second-largest Roman amphitheatre on the Iberian Peninsula, along with striking Art Nouveau buildings, neoclassical churches and modern structures.
Take a walking tour of the main highlights or go underground at the Agrupa Vicenta Mines on a trolley train that follows the tunnels to depths of 263ft and watch a Flamenco dance in caverns noted for their excellent acoustics. The 2,650-passenger Koningsdam combines a mix of modern elegance and nautical traditions along with a dazzling array of entertainment and musical venues that range from its BB King’s Blues Club to classical recitals on its Lincoln Center Stage.
13 nights from £1,809pp (two sharing) full board, including flights from Heathrow on April 6 and overnight hotel stay pre-cruise. Cruise departs Fort Lauderdale April 7, 2019.
AFRICAN SAFARIS AND SEGWAY TOURS
Sail out of Africa on a voyage with Viking Cruises (0800 298 9700/ vikingcruises.co.uk/oceans) that follows the continent’s diverse coastline from Durban into the heart of London at Greenwich.
Start in South Africa with a hot air balloon ride above a game reserve near Durban or take a safari drive to view impressive wildlife. At East London, follow in the footsteps of Nelson Mandela’s childhood home of Qunu, then discover the scenic riches of Cape Town on a motorcycle tour or from Table Mountain. At Walvis Bay in Namibia, jump aboard a scenic flight over the Namib Desert to take in views of the majestic landscapes and at Dakar in Senegal immerse yourself in local folklore on a visit to a tribal village. A call at Tenerife’s capital Santa Cruz brings the chance to visit Mount Teide or go whalewatching while Moroccan gem Casablanca injects a heady mix of Gallic-infused Moorish majesty. Don’t miss the chance to visit the pilgrimage site of Santiago de Compostela from the Spanish city of