Rhythms of Spain & Portugal Cruise Voyage

Immerse yourself in a unique combination of cultures throughout this eight-day small ship cruise. Enjoy the culture and history of tourist hotspots Barcelona, Cartagena, and the magnificent Alhambra. Morocco provides you with a variety of nostalgia and stunning architecture found in very few places around the world. Go to the top of the Rock of Gibraltar and spend a fabulous day in Seville before concluding your journey in the historic city of Lisbon.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1:

Barcelona

Visit the magnificent Gothic cathedral and the amazing La Sagrada Familia, Antoni Gaudí's unfinished masterpiece. Enjoy the lovely Montjuic Gardens, Gaudí's other fabulous structures, the charming squares of the old Gothic Quarter, and the Ramblas, Barcelona's famed downtown promenade. Or visit beautiful Montserrat and its monastery in a breathtaking setting high in the mountains.

Day 2:

Cartagena

Due to its natural harbor and strategic location, this walled city has always been a major naval port. Enjoy a hilltop view from Concepción Castle, a fortress for the Carthaginians, Romans, and other peoples who once occupied the city. Visit the 1st-century B.C. Roman Theater, the remains of the 13th-century Cathedral of Santa Maria, and the Naval Museum. See the City Hall, Grand Hotel, and Casino for modernist architecture.

Day 3:

Malaga

Spend a day in Granada, seeing the magnificent Alhambra and Generalife Gardens, the last stronghold of the Moors, or venture into the mountains to the picturesque Mijas, one of Andalusia's dazzling "white" towns. Explore delightful Málaga, its Alcazaba, Roman theater, and beautiful cathedral, or discover the charming resorts of Marbella and Puerto Banus along the famed Costa del Sol.

Day 4:

Casablanca, Morocco

Stroll through the narrow streets of the old medina and visit the spice market. Admire the Hassan II Mosque built beside the sea. Or journey inland to Rabat, a fascinating ancient city of kasbahs, souks, and Moroccan tradition.

Day 5:

Gibraltar

Go to the top of the Rock and admire the view across the Mediterranean and up the peninsula into Spain. Feed peanuts to the famed Barbary Apes and visit St. Michael's Cave, a fascinating cavern once lived in by Neolithic peoples and visited by early Romans. See the quaint fishing village along the coast and enjoy the colorful town.

Day 6:

Seville (Cadiz)

Spend a fabulous day in Seville visiting the magnificent cathedral, climbing the famed Giralda Tower, and strolling through the gorgeous Alcazar and its gardens. See the ceramic-encrusted Plaza de España and walk through the alleys of Barrio de Santa Cruz. Or explore the Andalusian wine country and Jerez, the home of sherry. Don't miss the charm of Cádiz with its gracious squares, flower-filled parks on the city bastions, and bustling markets.

Day 7:

Lisbon

Visit the ornate Belem Tower and Jeronimos Monastery and stroll the narrow, winding streets of the charming Alfama district. Enjoy marvelous old Sintra, a royal country retreat, and Cascais, a beautiful seaside resort. Explore medieval Obidos or pilgrimage to Fatima, where the Virgin Mary repeatedly appeared to three shepherd children in 1917.

Day 8:

Lisbon

Disembark with a lifetime of wonderful memories.

Testimonials

We had an amazing trip to Portugal - everything about it was just perfect. The accomodations, people, food, wine were all amazing - we couldn't ask for more. We had the perfect mix of planned tours and downtime - we were very happy with the attention to detail of our trip - there was absolutely nothing that we would have changed about it! Highly recommend!

Jill R, Portugal - 2023

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