Springtime is the perfect time to savour the azure seas, and Ambassador has the ultimate spring voyage to discover some stunning hidden gems.

The 21-night cruise will take in Portugal’s best spots including Porto with its magnificent port wine, and Lisbon which combines a wealth of history with vibrant contemporary culture.

The cruise also takes in the beautiful charm of Casablanca in Morocco, a truly unforgettable destination, with the optional tour of the medieval city of Marrakesh.

It’s then on to the Canaries including Las Palmas in Gran Canaria, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, and stopping off in Funchal, Madeira’s capital which dazzles visitors with panoramic viewpoints and subtropical allure.

Add in Horta and Ponta Delgada in the Azores and you will have explored five countries, each with their unique culture and charm.

Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Image: Ambassador)

Why spring is a great time to visit the Azores?

The Azores is a beautiful place to visit throughout the year but it’s especially lovely during spring. The climate is mild and the vast expanse of sea which surrounds the nine islands are affected by the Gulf Stream, so temperatures remain pleasant and rarely go below 14°C!

Spring is usually early in the archipelago, meaning nature is already awake with plenty of plants and flowers adding beauty to the idyllic landscape.

Where nature is concerned, spring is also a hotspot for whales and dolphins. The Azores sees a combination of incredible deep diving sperm whales and migrating giants like blue whales, meaning it’s the perfect place to go to see all sorts of incredible animals.

Dolphins swimming at sunrise in the Azores. (Image: Getty Images)

Whetted your appetite?

The Springtime Azores, Madeira and North Africa Cruise departs on March 21, 2025, aboard Ambition from London Cruise Terminal.

Cruise code: A22504

Prices are from £1,399pp, use code NQCOTW10 to receive 10 per cent discount.

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Terms and conditions: Extra 10 per cent off all cabin grades is valid only on cruise of the week (A22504) when promo code NQCOTW10 is used at the time of booking. NQCOTW10 is valid for bookings made between 08.00 27/11/24 and 23.59 03/12/24.

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Extras not included: Travel insurance, travel costs to/from the port of embarkation, port parking, onboard gratuities and service charges where a package has not been purchased (automatically billed to the onboard account), optional shore excursions, discretionary expenditure of a personal nature including hot and cold alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, gifts, shopping, laundry, WIFI and communication, and any visa and health certificate charges that may apply. Ambassador Cruise Line reserves the right to cancel, change or amend any theme cruise activities/speakers/acts at short notice. In the event of your cruise being cancelled, you will be guaranteed a full refund. Cruise holidays booked with Ambassador Cruise Holidays Limited, trading as Ambassador Cruise Line, are financially protected in accordance with the Package Travel and Linked Arrangements Regulations 2018.