Milemaker Lisbon – Bergen

Twelve nights at sea from Lisbon to Bergen in Norway, across the Bay of Biscay, through the Channel and over the North Sea. A long passage at a reduced price on board the four-masted schooner Santa Maria Manuela.

THE TRIP AT A GLANCE

Route: Lisbon – Atlantic coast – Bay of Biscay – English Channel – North Sea – Bergen
Departure: Tuesday 4 May 2027, Lisbon, Portugal
Arrival: Sunday 16 May 2027, Bergen, Norway
Duration: 12 nights
Ship: Santa Maria Manuela, four-masted schooner from 1937

Prices per person

Berth in a shared cabin (bunk): € 1,010
Bunk-bed cabin, per person sharing: € 1,200
Double-bed cabin, per person sharing: € 1,515

Lowest price from € 1,010 per person for a berth in a shared cabin. A cabin for yourself, a master cabin or a family cabin for three to four people is also possible; ask us for the price.

FROM THE SOUTH TO THE FAR NORTH

This is a repositioning voyage: the ship has to reach its next cruising area on time and therefore travels mainly under engine, unless the wind allows sailing. That is why a lower price applies.

Twelve nights on board means truly becoming part of the ship. You leave in the spring sunshine of Lisbon and arrive among the mountains and fjords of western Norway, crossing four seas and enjoying ever longer days along the way.

THE ROUTE

Lisbon

Board on the Tagus and head down the river onto the ocean.

Along Portugal and Galicia

North along the Atlantic coast and Cape Finisterre.

Biscay and the Channel

Across the Bay of Biscay and through the Channel, one of the busiest shipping lanes in the world.

The North Sea and Bergen

Across the North Sea to the Norwegian coast and Bergen, with the wooden warehouses of Bryggen on the quay.

EXTRA INFORMATION

LIFE ON BOARD

The Santa Maria Manuela is a 68-metre steel four-masted schooner, built in 1937 for the Portuguese cod fishery off Newfoundland and Greenland, the famous White Fleet. After a thorough restoration she has been sailing again since 2010, now with guests. Every cabin has its own bathroom with shower: shared cabins with bunks for four to six people (separate for men and women), cabins with a bunk bed or a double bed, and spacious master cabins for two to four people. A permanent crew sails the ship; you are always welcome to help, but you do not have to. You can help hoist and trim the sails, take the helm, learn knots or climb the mast under supervision. If you prefer to rest, find a spot on deck or in the bowsprit net. Meals are provided on board and eaten together.

WHO IS THIS VOYAGE FOR

For those who want to build sea miles and are up for a long sea voyage, at a remarkably low price per night.

GOOD TO KNOW

• Bring warm clothing: the temperature difference between Lisbon and Bergen is large.
• No sailing experience is needed; the crew explains everything.
• The ship sails under the Portuguese flag and the language on board is English.
• Travel insurance covering medical costs and repatriation is required; cancellation insurance is recommended.
• Travel to the port of departure and home from the port of arrival is not included.
• Ideally arrive a day before departure: the ship cannot wait for late arrivals.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Why is this voyage cheaper?

It is a repositioning voyage; the ship mainly uses its engine to reach Norway on time.

Is there a stop?

The schedule normally allows no stops.

Do I have to help with the sailing?

No. Help is welcome but never compulsory; the permanent crew sails the ship.

Does every cabin have its own bathroom?

Yes. All cabins on board, including the shared cabins, have their own bathroom with shower.

How do I book this trip?

Send us a request through the booking form on this page. Together we will check availability, your choice of cabin and the next steps.

The trip description and route are indicative. The programme depends on weather, wind and sea conditions; the captain has the final say on the route and ports.

All services that make up your trip are provided by independent suppliers. When you book, you enter into a contract directly with the supplier, the ship, under the booking conditions of that ship. As an agent, our service consists of promoting the trips offered by the supplier and acting as a facilitator in obtaining a booking agreement between the customer and the supplier. In doing so, we are always at your disposal with our experience and service.

The Tall Ship Santa Maria Manuela is a four-mast sailing ship built in 1937. This sailingship has a rich history as a cod fishing vessel and sailed mainly in the northern Atlantic ocean. Today you can sail on a cruise in modern comfort. The ship has been thoroughly restored in 2010 thanks to its new owner, the Portuguese group Grupo Jerónimo Martins. With a capacity of up to 50 guests, the sailing ship offers wonderful sailing trips worldwide.