Western Mediterranean 8 days from Lisbon to Barcelona

Day 2

At sea

Day 3

tangier, morocco

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 18:00

Day 4

granada (motril) - spain

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 18:00

Day 5

cartagena, spain

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 18:00

Day 6

alicante, spain

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 18:00

Day 7

ibiza stadt (ibiza)

Arrival: 12:30 - Departure: 20:00

Day 8

barcelona, spain

Arrival: 07:00

Day 1

lisbon, portugal

Departure: 16:00

Lisbon is known as the city of seven hills due to its location, the city spreads across steep hillsides that overlook the Rio Tajo. Romantic and cosmopolitan, the city presents its typical red roofs to the visitors that want to get to know its every inch. Lisbon surprises with its natural beauty and relaxed atmosphere. The Portuguese capital offers lots of museums, libraries, a huge port, churches and palaces and stunning views of the Rio Tajo Lisbon was considered a poor and chaotic city. Currently it has experienced a resurgence in the style of the XIV and XV centuries, when it was part of that vast empire stretching from Brazil to India. The reason for this was the World Expo held in 1998, a new bridge over the Tagus was built and the network of underground of the city was remodeled. The resurgence of the city then continued to host several matches during Euro in 2004, also held there the Delivery Music Awards (MTV) in 2005. Many of its most beautiful buildings date from the XIV and XV centuries, especially the ones located in the Belem district. There are also many buildings from the XVIII century, which are located mostly in the Baixa area of central Lisbon and were reconstructed almost completely after a devastating earthquake that hit the town in 1755. The historic center of the city, standing on Las Siete Colinas, presents steep streets and picturesque alleys. On the west side of the city, there is Monsanto Forest Park, Lisbon’s lung, with an area of 10 km and one of the largest in Europe. The capital’s majestic port has 3 docks commonly used for several cruises and it is, currently, the busiest port in the European Atlantic coast. Lisbon is a city with centuries of history and with an ambitious attitude, marrying the historic with the modern, the traditional with the cutting edge. Strolling through the old quarters one can hear the traditional Fado sung and played in small restaurants in town. In the hilltop district of Bairro Alto, dozens of restaurants and bars line the narrow streets, with jazz, reggae, electronica filling the air and revelers partying until dawn. Nightclubs scattered all over town make fine use of old spaces, whether on riverside docks or tucked away in 18th-century mansions. Lisbon presents itself to the world as a cosmopolitan and lively city, with alternative for every taste, especially in the summer months when its many bars, terraces and restaurants are crammed with people.

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Day 3

tangier, morocco

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 18:00

Tangier, perched at the meeting point of the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea, is one of Morocco’s most atmospheric gateways. Long a crossroads for traders, writers, and spies, the city blends North African tradition with European and Middle Eastern influences. Whitewashed houses climb the hills above the bay, palm trees line the avenues, and across the water you can glimpse the coast of Spain on a clear day. Start your visit in the old medina, a maze of narrow streets, blue-painted doors, and lively markets. Here you’ll find the Grand Socco, the bustling square that separates the medina from the modern city, and the Petit Socco, once the haunt of writers and artists. Climb to the Kasbah for panoramic views over the strait, then explore its quiet lanes, restored riads, and the Kasbah Museum, housed in a former sultan’s palace. Beyond the old town, Tangier’s modern side reveals wide boulevards, Belle Époque facades, and a long seafront promenade. Cafés like the historic Café Hafa, terraced above the cliffs, invite you to linger over mint tea while watching ferries come and go. Beachfront hotels, contemporary restaurants, and stylish bars make the city a comfortable base for both short stays and longer explorations. Tangier also serves as an ideal starting point for day trips. To the west, the dramatic Cap Spartel marks the official meeting of the seas, while the nearby Caves of Hercules combine myth and natural beauty. Inland, rolling hills give way to rural villages and forested landscapes. Whether you’re arriving from Europe or connecting to other Moroccan cities, Tangier offers a vivid introduction to the country’s culture, history, and coastal charm.

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Day 4

granada (motril) - spain

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 18:00

Motril is a town and municipality on the Mediterranean coast in the province of Granada. Motril has some fabulous beaches and being a fairly large town has a great infrastructure also catering for tourism. Beaches to enjoy in Motril include Granada Beach, Playa de Poniente, Las Azucenas Beach, Torrenueva Beach, La Chucha Beach, La Carchuna Beach and Calahonda Beach.

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Day 5

cartagena, spain

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 18:00

Cartagena is the main seaport of the Murcia region. Cartagena concentrates an artistic legacy that summarizes almost three millennia of Spanish History, being inhabited by most great Mediterranean Empires that have conquered the Iberian Peninsula sometime. Cartagena is a city full of monuments, with many archaeological sites and outstanding buildings of historical interest, together with the charm of the sea and the typical bustle of a port city. The confluence of civilizations as well as its strategic harbor, together the rise of the local mining industry is manifested by a unique artistic heritage, with a number of landmarks such as the Roman Theatre, the second largest of the Iberian Peninsula after the one in Mérida, an abundance of Phoenician, Roman, Byzantine and Moorish remains, and a plethora of Art Nouveau buildings, a result of the bourgeoisie from the early 20th century. Cartagena is now established as a major cruise ship destination in the Mediterranean and an emerging cultural focus.

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Day 6

alicante, spain

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 18:00

Situated on the popular Costa Blanca, tourists keep coming to Alicante, probably because it remains so unscathed by their presence. A beautiful, well-planned city, Alicante is the surprise of the southern coast. Beyond polished pedestrian pavements lie the crowded streets of the old city at the foot of an imposing castle. With drawbridges, moats, tunnels, and secret passageways, the Castillo de Santa Barbara is not just another castle, it is one of the largest medieval fortresses in Spain, offering panoramic views of the city and the coast. The Cathedral of San Nicolas de Bari is typical of the severe Renaissance architectural styles in Spain and has a nice cloister with intricately carved doors. Alicante has some of the best nightlife in the region. El Puerto and El Barrio are among some of the liveliest spots in the city come evening but the Esplanada is more popular during the summer, as are the kiosks along Postiguet and San Juan beaches. With beautiful sandy beaches, a long waterfront and mild and pleasant climate this city has a truly Mediterranean air.

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Day 7

ibiza stadt (ibiza)

Arrival: 12:30 - Departure: 20:00

The beach of Talamanca, due to its proximity tol Center of the city of Ibiza, was one of the beaches more popular in the years sixty and seventy, hence the beach bars offer It is very wide and that is interspersed with the houses with landscaped gardens on the edge of the beach, Talamanca which gives a charming appearance. Is curious, but makes fifteen years, the Beach had many more business that now, had positions of removed and put where is sold press, trinkets, etc. The environment is of the more varied: from families to athletes that leverage to play a game of beach volleyball, Ibizan making a break from work and, of course, residents of the exclusive area of Marina Botafoch that down to give it a bath before eating. The gateway of wood, that it crosses of tip to tip, it converts in the favorite of the area for exit to run, walking or cycling. Despite its proximity to the Centre of Ibiza, it is one quiet beach and nothing crowded, fine sand and water rich in iodine, What brings great benefits to the skin, the system bone and the circulation. A real luxury. Talamanca features with a wide offer services that make it a great place for take the Sun or swim is without any danger. You will also be able play quietly to blades or get started in sports as the dinghy sailing, paddle surfing, kayaking... In addition, if you want to practice snorkeling you recommend diving between the first and the second tip of the left of the cala or in the area of SA Punta, where are the waters crystal clear and clean. It has a fantastic showers and service S.O.S. Besides, it has a system of audio Beach so people blind they can enjoy solo it and the disabled they can bathe monitored, changed and showering. Is perfectly adapted for this purpose. At the end of the beach there is a jetty with ramp, for those of you with a boat small and trailer

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Day 8

barcelona, spain

Arrival: 07:00

Barcelona is een prachtige stad gelegen in het noordoosten van Spanje. Onder Nederlandse toeristen is Barcelona al jarenlang de populairste stad op het Iberische schiereiland. De combinatie van perfecte winkelstad, veel bezienswaardigheden, heerlijk eten en de ligging aan het water maken van Barcelona de topbestemming die het is.

Het aantal dagen dat je nodig hebt om Barcelona te verkennen is vooral afhankelijk van persoonlijke voorkeuren. Als je een groot deel van de hotspots wilt bezoeken inclusief een aantal musea, dan heb je al snel een dag of vier tot vijf nodig. Wil je ook nog op je gemak een of twee dagen aan het strand doorbrengen dan moet je er één of twee dagen bij optellen. Barcelona heeft voldoende te bieden om er een hele week naartoe te gaan als het weer een beetje mee wil zitten. Wie korter dan 3-4 dagen gaat die zal keuzes moeten maken. Je kunt tijd besparen door zo efficiënt mogelijk te plannen. Ook het vooraf kopen (via internet) van kaartjes kan ervoor zorgen dat je meer kunt doen in minder tijd. Vraag je echter af of dat hetgeen is wat je wilt.

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Itinerary

The order of the ports may vary depending on the date of departure.
Check your itinerary for exact departure and arrival times. The hours correspond to the local time of the port.
Itineraries can change at any time without prior notice.

Boarding and landing

For safety reasons, all passengers must board 2 hours before departure on day 1 of the cruise.
Disembarkation usually begins 2 hours after docking on the last day of the cruise.

Western Mediterranean 8 days from Lisbon to Barcelona

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