Explore Lisbon, Portugal’s lively capital, where winding streets lead to historic cathedrals and grand plazas. Sail roundtrip from Porto and cruise the Douro River Valley, the world’s oldest demarcated wine region and a UNESCO Site, where rural <i>quintas</i> line the hillsides. In Spain, visit Salamanca, home to one of Iberia’s oldest universities, then return to Porto to enjoy its iconic fortified wine, local dishes and soulful <i>fado</i> music.

Sail the Mediterranean Sea and immerse yourself in the fabled architecture of Barcelona and Andalusian charm of Granada. Along Africa’s shores, see prosperous Casablanca and the volcanic island of Cape Verde. Across the Atlantic Ocean, visit coastal Recife and revel in the exuberance of the former Brazilian capital Rio de Janeiro. Discover the eclectic cities of Montevideo and Buenos Aires, and engage in European-influenced Latin culture.