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13 Night Exploring Cabo Verde the Canary Islands and the Azores Cruise

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National Geographic Orion

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13 Night Exploring Cabo Verde the Canary Islands and the Azores Cruise

From Praia, (Cape Verde) to Ponta Delgada, (Portugal)

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National Geographic Orion
Lindblad Expeditions
4 Stars

Cruise #: 13988013

Sail Date: Thursday, Mar 26, 2026

Return Date: Wednesday, Apr 8, 2026

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Room Types & Rates:

Inside		Call to Book1-800-427-8473
Outside		$17,735
Balcony		Call to Book1-800-427-8473
Suite		$22,773

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13 Night Exploring Cabo Verde the Canary Islands and the Azores Cruise

Cruise Segment of Itinerary

Thursday - Mar 26, 2026

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1

Praia, Cape Verde

Start the day in this island paradise with a walking tour of the old town center or "Plateau". Learn about the island's rich history as you experience the colonial influence on the architecture of the Presidential Palace and Main Square. Explore the open-air market where displays of local fruits and vegetables are works of natural art. Via bus, travel to Cidade Velha, the historic center of Ribeira Grande and the first city built by the Portuguese in Africa. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the ruins tell the story of architecture that protected the city against pirates, provided sanctuary within the cathedral and convent, and supported everyday life with the thatched roofs of Banana Street. Following lunch, head to the port and embark the National Geographic Orion. ...
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Friday - Mar 27, 2026

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2

Sao Filipe, Cape Verde

In Sao Filipe on the island of Fogo, you will have the opportunity to add volcano-gazing to your life list. The striking landscape of Fogo has been shaped and transformed by lava flows, most recently in 2015. Visit Portela, one of the villages that was swallowed up by lava in that eruption. The locals have since reclaimed the land; they have rebuilt restaurants and shops and restored their homes. ...
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Saturday - Mar 28, 2026

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3

At Sea

Sunday - Mar 29, 2026

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4

Tropic of Cancer

Visit the ship's bridge as the ship sails northward across the Tropic of Cancer. Soak up the views from one of the observation decks and attend engaging presentations on a range of subjects, from 15th-century Portuguese and Spanish navigators to talks from your marine biologists on the amazing navigation skills of the cetaceans who travel these waters. ...
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Monday - Mar 30, 2026

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5

At Sea

Tuesday - Mar 31, 2026

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6

Santa Cruz de la Palma, Spain

Wednesday - Apr 1, 2026

Day
7

La Gomera, Spain

Drop anchor in the azure waters of the Canary Islands, which occupy a central place in the history of Atlantic exploration. The larger island of La Palma is known as La Isla Bonita, or "the pretty island", for its lushly forested mountain slopes set against azure waters. Enjoy a scenic drive up to Mirador de la Concepcion, perched on the edge of a crater. Take in fantastic views of the town and harbor below, and visit the Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Snows, with its fusion of Baroque and Spanish-Moorish architecture. On the island of La Gomera, visit a house where Christopher Columbus stayed while his ships were provisioned with supplies, then consider a hike in the verdant Garajonay National Park. ...
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Thursday - Apr 2, 2026

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8

At Sea

Friday - Apr 3, 2026

Day
9

Desertas Islands, Portugal

Saturday - Apr 4, 2026

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10

Madeira, Portugal

After a day at sea, start the day south of Madeira in the Desertas Archipelago. This small group of volcanic islands has been deemed a nature reserve, helping to protect both the sea and land. The area is a refuge to the Mediterranean monk seal and an array of seabirds. Sail on to enchanting Madeira, a subtropical island abloom in flora. First settled by the Portuguese in 1419, the island's capital city of Funchal evokes a colonial time capsule, with architecture from the 15th through the 19th centuries. Explore its winding streets and culinary delights. ...
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Sunday - Apr 5, 2026

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At Sea

Enjoy all that the National Geographic Orion has to offer on this final day at sea as you make your way to the Azores. Spend time on deck with the expedition team as they keep watch over the horizon, searching for the marine creatures and seabirds who feed in this fertile stretch of ocean.

Monday - Apr 6, 2026

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12

Santa Maria, Portugal

Historically significant as the first landfall of Christopher Columbus on his return from the Americas in 1493, you'll make your first landing in the Azores at Santa Maria. For those interested in getting some exercise, there are hiking trails that will allow you to experience the scenery and atmosphere of the island. ...
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Tuesday - Apr 7, 2026

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13

Faial Island, Portugal

As you sail into Faial, be out on deck to enjoy the beautiful island views, and keep your eyes on the horizon in hope of spotting the whales known to move through these waters. Once ashore on the island of Faial, head to Capelinhos to see how dramatically the landscape changed when the volcano at the western end of the island erupted in 1957. Farms and villages were covered in ash, adding an extra two square kilometers of land to the island. Later, stroll along the marina, visit the excellent scrimshaw museum, and raise a glass at Peter Cafe Sport, a legendary pub where sea adventurers historically dropped their mail. ...
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Wednesday - Apr 8, 2026

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Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Disembark in Ponta Delgada and transfer to the airport for flights home.

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