Spain And Portugal
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Spain And Portugal

Departure 8 Aug 2026
Duration 14 Nights
Cruise Line P&O Cruises
Ship Ventura

Featured Cabins

0800 059 0570

Itinerary

Southampton, England

Date of arrival 8 Aug 2026

Lying near the head of Southampton Water, a peninsula between the estuaries of the Rivers Test and Itchen, Southampton is Britain’s largest cruise port. It has been one of England’s major ports since the Middle Ages, when it exported wool and hides from the hinterland and imported wine from Bordeaux. The city suffered heavy damage during World War Two and as a result the centre has been extensively rebuilt, but there are still some interesting medieval buildings including the Bargate, one of the finest city gatehouses in England.

Southampton

Santander, Spain

Date of arrival 10 Aug 2026
Santander

Gijón, Spain

Date of arrival 11 Aug 2026

The Campo Valdés baths, dating back to the 1st century AD, and other reminders of Gijón’s time as an ancient Roman port remain visible downtown. Gijón was almost destroyed in a 14th-century struggle over the Castilian throne, but by the 19th century it was a thriving port and industrial city. The modern-day city is part fishing port, part summer resort, and part university town, packed with cafés, restaurants, and sidrerías.

Gijón

Ferrol, Spain

Date of arrival 12 Aug 2026

El Ferrol has been inextricably linked to the sea for more than two millennia, being a major shipbuilding centre for most of its history. From its beginnings as a tiny fishing port in the 1st century BC, it endured conquests by Vandals, Suebis, Arabs and Christians. With the arrival of the Bourbons in the 18th century, Ferrol became a leading maritime centre, largely due to its large natural harbour on the Ferrol Inlet, an arm of the Atlantic. Now a large commercial port, Ferrol is also the gateway to the northern Spanish province of Galicia, a region noted for its green mountains, deep gorges and fast-flowing rivers. It is also well placed for visiting the medieval holy city of Santiago de Compostela. Interestingly, Ferrol’s city centre is modelled on Lisbon in Portugal, a country with which it has strong historical and linguistic ties. The layout comprises of a rectangle lined with six parallel streets, with two squares on each side. These squares have the city’s best shops, restaurants and bars.

Ferrol
Day 1

Southampton, England

Date of arrival 8 Aug 2026

Lying near the head of Southampton Water, a peninsula between the estuaries of the Rivers Test and Itchen, Southampton is Britain’s largest cruise port. It has been one of England’s major ports since the Middle Ages, when it exported wool and hides from the hinterland and imported wine from Bordeaux. The city suffered heavy damage during World War Two and as a result the centre has been extensively rebuilt, but there are still some interesting medieval buildings including the Bargate, one of the finest city gatehouses in England.

Southampton
Day 3

Santander, Spain

Date of arrival 10 Aug 2026
Santander
Day 4

Gijón, Spain

Date of arrival 11 Aug 2026

The Campo Valdés baths, dating back to the 1st century AD, and other reminders of Gijón’s time as an ancient Roman port remain visible downtown. Gijón was almost destroyed in a 14th-century struggle over the Castilian throne, but by the 19th century it was a thriving port and industrial city. The modern-day city is part fishing port, part summer resort, and part university town, packed with cafés, restaurants, and sidrerías.

Gijón
Day 5

Ferrol, Spain

Date of arrival 12 Aug 2026

El Ferrol has been inextricably linked to the sea for more than two millennia, being a major shipbuilding centre for most of its history. From its beginnings as a tiny fishing port in the 1st century BC, it endured conquests by Vandals, Suebis, Arabs and Christians. With the arrival of the Bourbons in the 18th century, Ferrol became a leading maritime centre, largely due to its large natural harbour on the Ferrol Inlet, an arm of the Atlantic. Now a large commercial port, Ferrol is also the gateway to the northern Spanish province of Galicia, a region noted for its green mountains, deep gorges and fast-flowing rivers. It is also well placed for visiting the medieval holy city of Santiago de Compostela. Interestingly, Ferrol’s city centre is modelled on Lisbon in Portugal, a country with which it has strong historical and linguistic ties. The layout comprises of a rectangle lined with six parallel streets, with two squares on each side. These squares have the city’s best shops, restaurants and bars.

Ferrol

Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

Date of arrival 15 Aug 2026

Formed by a volcanic eruption, Madeira lies in the Gulf Stream, about 500 miles due west of Casablanca. Discovered by Portuguese explorer João Gonçalves Zarco in 1419, this beautiful island became part of Portugal’s vast empire and was named for the dense forest which cloaked it – ‘Madeira’ means ‘wood’ in Portuguese. Sugar plantations first brought wealth here, and when King Charles II of England granted an exclusive franchise to sell wine to England and its colonies, many British emigrants were drawn to the capital, Funchal. Today’s travellers come to Madeira for the varied and luxuriant scenery, from mountain slopes covered with vines to picturesque villages and a profusion of wild flowers. The natural beauty of the island has earned it many pseudonyms such as ‘The Floating Garden of the Atlantic’, ‘The Island of Eternal Springtime’ and ‘God’s Botanical Gardens’ and our selection of excursions aim to show you why.

Funchal, Madeira

Lisbon, Portugal

Date of arrival 17 Aug 2026

Set on seven hills on the banks of the River Tagus, Lisbon has been the capital of Portugal since the 13th century. It is a city famous for its majestic architecture, old wooden trams, Moorish features and more than twenty centuries of history. Following disastrous earthquakes in the 18th century, Lisbon was rebuilt by the Marques de Pombal who created an elegant city with wide boulevards and a great riverfront and square, Praça do Comércio. Today there are distinct modern and ancient sections, combining great shopping with culture and sightseeing in the Old Town, built on the city’s terraced hillsides. The distance between the ship and your tour vehicle may vary. This distance is not included in the excursion grades.

Lisbon

Lisbon, Portugal

Date of arrival 18 Aug 2026

Set on seven hills on the banks of the River Tagus, Lisbon has been the capital of Portugal since the 13th century. It is a city famous for its majestic architecture, old wooden trams, Moorish features and more than twenty centuries of history. Following disastrous earthquakes in the 18th century, Lisbon was rebuilt by the Marques de Pombal who created an elegant city with wide boulevards and a great riverfront and square, Praça do Comércio. Today there are distinct modern and ancient sections, combining great shopping with culture and sightseeing in the Old Town, built on the city’s terraced hillsides. The distance between the ship and your tour vehicle may vary. This distance is not included in the excursion grades.

Lisbon

Vigo, Spain

Date of arrival 19 Aug 2026

Dating from Roman times, the Galician city of Vigo has a fine natural harbour and is renowned as the biggest fishing port in the world. It is also full of history – it was in this fjord-like quay that the English and Dutch defeated the French and Spanish fleets in 1702. Today, the attractive marinas stand in contrast to the industrialised areas of the city, while further exploration will reveal the characteristic 17th-century architecture and attractive countryside beyond. The charming Old Town is a delight, with its labyrinth of winding narrow streets and shaded squares. Nearby is the Cathedral city of Tui, and further to the north is the pilgrimage centre of Santiago de Compostela, which can be reached by car in approximately 1¼ hours.

Vigo
Day 8

Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

Date of arrival 15 Aug 2026

Formed by a volcanic eruption, Madeira lies in the Gulf Stream, about 500 miles due west of Casablanca. Discovered by Portuguese explorer João Gonçalves Zarco in 1419, this beautiful island became part of Portugal’s vast empire and was named for the dense forest which cloaked it – ‘Madeira’ means ‘wood’ in Portuguese. Sugar plantations first brought wealth here, and when King Charles II of England granted an exclusive franchise to sell wine to England and its colonies, many British emigrants were drawn to the capital, Funchal. Today’s travellers come to Madeira for the varied and luxuriant scenery, from mountain slopes covered with vines to picturesque villages and a profusion of wild flowers. The natural beauty of the island has earned it many pseudonyms such as ‘The Floating Garden of the Atlantic’, ‘The Island of Eternal Springtime’ and ‘God’s Botanical Gardens’ and our selection of excursions aim to show you why.

Funchal, Madeira
Day 10

Lisbon, Portugal

Date of arrival 17 Aug 2026

Set on seven hills on the banks of the River Tagus, Lisbon has been the capital of Portugal since the 13th century. It is a city famous for its majestic architecture, old wooden trams, Moorish features and more than twenty centuries of history. Following disastrous earthquakes in the 18th century, Lisbon was rebuilt by the Marques de Pombal who created an elegant city with wide boulevards and a great riverfront and square, Praça do Comércio. Today there are distinct modern and ancient sections, combining great shopping with culture and sightseeing in the Old Town, built on the city’s terraced hillsides. The distance between the ship and your tour vehicle may vary. This distance is not included in the excursion grades.

Lisbon
Day 11

Lisbon, Portugal

Date of arrival 18 Aug 2026

Set on seven hills on the banks of the River Tagus, Lisbon has been the capital of Portugal since the 13th century. It is a city famous for its majestic architecture, old wooden trams, Moorish features and more than twenty centuries of history. Following disastrous earthquakes in the 18th century, Lisbon was rebuilt by the Marques de Pombal who created an elegant city with wide boulevards and a great riverfront and square, Praça do Comércio. Today there are distinct modern and ancient sections, combining great shopping with culture and sightseeing in the Old Town, built on the city’s terraced hillsides. The distance between the ship and your tour vehicle may vary. This distance is not included in the excursion grades.

Lisbon
Day 12

Vigo, Spain

Date of arrival 19 Aug 2026

Dating from Roman times, the Galician city of Vigo has a fine natural harbour and is renowned as the biggest fishing port in the world. It is also full of history – it was in this fjord-like quay that the English and Dutch defeated the French and Spanish fleets in 1702. Today, the attractive marinas stand in contrast to the industrialised areas of the city, while further exploration will reveal the characteristic 17th-century architecture and attractive countryside beyond. The charming Old Town is a delight, with its labyrinth of winding narrow streets and shaded squares. Nearby is the Cathedral city of Tui, and further to the north is the pilgrimage centre of Santiago de Compostela, which can be reached by car in approximately 1¼ hours.

Vigo

Southampton, England

Date of arrival 22 Aug 2026

Lying near the head of Southampton Water, a peninsula between the estuaries of the Rivers Test and Itchen, Southampton is Britain’s largest cruise port. It has been one of England’s major ports since the Middle Ages, when it exported wool and hides from the hinterland and imported wine from Bordeaux. The city suffered heavy damage during World War Two and as a result the centre has been extensively rebuilt, but there are still some interesting medieval buildings including the Bargate, one of the finest city gatehouses in England.

Southampton
Day 15

Southampton, England

Date of arrival 22 Aug 2026

Lying near the head of Southampton Water, a peninsula between the estuaries of the Rivers Test and Itchen, Southampton is Britain’s largest cruise port. It has been one of England’s major ports since the Middle Ages, when it exported wool and hides from the hinterland and imported wine from Bordeaux. The city suffered heavy damage during World War Two and as a result the centre has been extensively rebuilt, but there are still some interesting medieval buildings including the Bargate, one of the finest city gatehouses in England.

Southampton

Cabin Options

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Inside Cabins

Welcome to the Inside Cabins aboard the Ventura from P&O Cruises, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Inside
Occupancy 4 persons
Size 172ft² (16m²)
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Sea View Cabin (Obstructed View)

Welcome to the Sea View Cabin (Obstructed View) aboard the Ventura from P&O Cruises, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 261ft² (24m²)
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Sea View Cabin (Partially Obstructed View)

Welcome to the Sea View Cabin (Partially Obstructed View) aboard the Ventura from P&O Cruises, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 261ft² (24m²)
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Sea View Cabin

Welcome to the Sea View Cabin aboard the Ventura from P&O Cruises, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 4 persons
Size 166ft² (15m²)
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Balcony Cabins

Welcome to the Balcony Cabins aboard the Ventura from P&O Cruises, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 4 persons
Size 314ft² (29m²)
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Single Inside Cabin

Welcome to the Single Inside Cabin aboard the Ventura from P&O Cruises, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Inside
Occupancy 1 person
Size 130ft² (12m²)
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Superior Deluxe Balcony Cabin

Welcome to the Superior Deluxe Balcony Cabin aboard the Ventura from P&O Cruises, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 314ft² (29m²)
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Single Sea View Cabins

Welcome to the Single Sea View Cabins aboard the Ventura from P&O Cruises, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 1 person
Size 130ft² (12m²)
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Suites

Welcome to the Suites aboard the Ventura from P&O Cruises, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Suite
Occupancy 4 persons
Size 451ft² (42m²)

Ship Facilities

Dining
Entertainment
Health & Fitness
Younger Travellers

About the Ship

The fun all-rounder

Perfect for families, Ventura has so much to enjoy. Kids (and big kids) love her video game arcade; the sports arena keep everyone happy (competitive streaks aside!) with football, basketball, tennis and archery; and the comedy and quiz nights in Havana and The Tamarind Club are fun for all the family.

Ventura

Ventura Information

Launched 2008
Length 955 ft (291m)
Guest Capacity 3078
Cabins 1556
Crew Members 1205

Deck Plans

Deck 5 - P Deck

  • Launderette
  • Art Gallery
  • Atrium
  • Tazzine
  • Shopping
  • Explorers
  • Loyalty And Cruise Sales
  • Library
  • Cinnamon Restaurant
  • Outside Cabins
  • Inside Cabins

Deck 6 - F Deck

  • Single Inside Cabins
  • Single Outside Cabins
  • Arena Theatre
  • The Penninsular Room/Arcade
  • The Exchange
  • Fortunes
  • Reception
  • Shopping
  • Atrium
  • Saffron Restaurant
  • Bay Tree Restaurant

Deck 7 - Prom Deck

  • Arena Theatre
  • The Glass House
  • Shopping
  • The Red Bar
  • Atrium
  • The Tamarind Club
  • Sindhu
  • Photo Gallery
  • Havana

Deck 8 - E Deck

  • Inside Cabins
  • Outside Cabins
  • Balcony Cabins
  • Superior Deluxe Balcony Cabins
  • Suites
  • Launderette

Deck 9 - Deck D

  • Inside Cabins
  • Balcony Cabins
  • Superior Deluxe Balcony Cabins
  • Suites
  • Launderette

Deck 10 - C Deck

  • Inside Cabins
  • Balcony Cabins
  • Suites
  • Launderette

Deck 11 - B Deck

  • Inside Cabins
  • Balcony Cabins

Deck 12 - A Deck

  • Inside Cabins 
  • Balcony Cabins
  • Suites
  • Penthouse Suites

Deck 14 - Riviera Deck
  • Inside Cabins with Shower
  • Balcony Cabins with Shower
  • Suite with Bath/Shower
  • Terrace Pool
  • Launderette
Deck 15 - Lido Deck

  • Inside Cabins
  • Outside Cabins
  • Balcony Cabins
  • Suites
  • Thermal Suite
  • Poolside Grill
  • Laguna Pool
  • Laguna Bar
  • Whirlpool Spas
  • Poolside Grill
  • Beachcomber Pool
  • Beachcomber Bar
  • Waterside
  • The Beach House Area
  • Terrace Bar

Deck 16 - Sun Deck

  • Oasis Spa
  • Gym
  • Aerobics
  • Oasis Pool
  • Whirlpool Spa
  • Treatment Rooms
  • Salon
  • Saunas
  • Steam Rooms
  • Ivory Suite
  • Breakers Bar
  • Retractable Roof
  • Shuffleboard
  • Quoits
  • H2O (The Reef)
  • Scubas (The Reef)
  • Splashers (The Reef)
  • Surfers (The Reef)
  • Nursery/Night Nursery
  • Plunge Pool

Deck 17 - Sports Deck

  • The Retreat
  • Skydome
  • The Epicurean

Deck 18 - Sky Deck

  • Metropolis

Deck 19 - Ocean Deck

  • Golf Nets
  • Sports Court

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