Lisbon-based Classic International Cruises / Arcalia Shipping Co., is a successful independent European company specialized in the worldwide operation and management of cruise ships.

Formed in 1985, the company obtained an enviable reputation over the years, for its worldwide scope of operations in very competitive niche markets - Classic International Cruises has been particularly strong and successful in Europe, Portugal and Brazil - and for its technical and crewing management skills. A fleet of three well appointed classic cruise vessels owned by single-ship associated companies, is managed at present, either under Classic International Cruises direct operation, or chartered to several tour operators.

• Arion: 5,888 tons, 334 passengers
• Funcal: 9,563 tons, 502 passengers

• Spring: Mediterranean
• Summer: Baltic and Western Europe
• Fall: Canary Islands & Mediterranean