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Join a sailing adventure on a Tall Ship and set course for new horizons!

Lisbon (PT) - Cadiz (ES)

24 July - 30 July 2016

6 days, Tomidi

From € 403,-

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Tall Ships Races Sail Training

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Tomidi:
Lisbon (PT) - Cadiz (ES)

24 July - 30 July 2016

*No places available anymore* Join the Tomidi for the experience of a lifetime. During Race 2 of the Tall Ships Races 2016 you will set sail from Lisbon to Cadiz. Make new friends with Windseekers from Belgium and Spain and a lot of other countries. Set your course over the Atlantic Ocean to the South and experience the adventure of the biggest sail race of the year. Learn the ropes, cross the finish line and enjoy a Journey you will never forget! In Cadiz you will be welcomed with an epic crew party and crewparade. Open to Windseekers from all ages, minimum age 15 years.

Programme Outline

Ports

Lisbon has a long and varied history as a major trading hub, much of which is still visible in the old city centre. Discover Alfama, the old quarters with its many old alleys, steps and the Lisbon Cathedral. The famous tram line 28 will get you there – an experience in and of itself. And be sure to check out a fado concert if you want to learn about saudade – loss, yearning and comfort, all rolled into one. Emotions that all seafarers will get to know one way or the other…

The oldest city in Spain, with a wealth of historic landmarks. Water is never far away, as the old town is built on a narrow stretch of land jutting out into the Mediterranean Sea. Get lost in the Old town with its many narrow, winding streets and visit one of the many parks that dot the city. Its many cathedrals and plazas are also well worth a visit. Go to La Caleta beach, at La Viña, the old fisherman quarter. Go catch a Flamenco concert and feast your taste buds with the fresh sea foods.

  • Lisbon (PT)

  • Cadiz (ES)

Key points

  • Dates: 24 July 2016 - 30 July 2016
  • Embarkation: 14:00 / Disembarkation: 9:00
  • For Windseekers of all ages, minimum age 18 years (age 15-18 at request)
  • Windseekers joining: maximum of 12
  • No sailing experience required!
  • Official language on board: English
  • Price includes: accommodation and meals, excludes drinks at the bar
  • Price excludes transportation costs to-and from the ports. Our travel counsellor can advise you and book your transfers
  • One-off registration fee €25
  • Windseekers need to have a health insurance and a travel insurance
  • Need to take with you on board: sleeping bag, pillowcase, sheets and towels
  • French Windseekers need to become member of Les Amis des Grands Voiliers
  • Contact your fellow-Windseekers via Windseeker facebook
  • "Take chances. If you don't try, you'll never know."

    Myriam (20), Belgium

You sail on the Tomidi

Tomidi
Shipping type: Sloop
Homeport: Oostende (BE)
Date built: 1985
Trainees: 12
Length: 17,5m
Height of mast: 26,5 m
Sail: 330 m2

Tomidi (ex Rucanor) is a pronounced sea and ocean cruiser and racer. Without doubt the best known and most successful Belgian racing ship ever. On board the Tomidi, you as Windseeker, get to experience true speed and endurance. You do …

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