Explora Journeys Mediterranean: 20 nights from Barcelona with Explora II
Oct 22, 2025
Spain, Gibraltar, Morocco, Portugal
Cruise itinerary
Departure Port: Barcelona ➞
Landing: Barcelona
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Wednesday, October 22, 2025 - 06:00Barcelona
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Thursday, October 23, 2025 09:00 - 05:00Alicante
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Friday, October 24, 2025 01:00 - 07:00Gibraltar
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Saturday, October 25, 2025 08:00 - not foundCasablanca
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Sunday, October 26, 2025 not found - 08:00Casablanca
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Monday, October 27, 2025 -- --Navigation
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Tuesday, October 28, 2025 09:00 - 09:00Santa Cruz de Tenerife
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Wednesday, October 29, 2025 08:00 - 05:00Lanzarote
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Thursday, October 30, 2025 -- --Navigation
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Friday, October 31, 2025 08:00 - 07:00Cadiz
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Saturday, November 1, 2025 -- --Navigation
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Sunday, November 2, 2025 08:00 - 07:00Barcelona
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Monday, November 3, 2025 -- --Navigation
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Tuesday, November 4, 2025 08:00 - 05:00Tanger
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Wednesday, November 5, 2025 03:00 - not foundLisbon
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Thursday, November 6, 2025 not found - 11:00Lisbon
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Friday, November 7, 2025 -- --Navigation
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Saturday, November 8, 2025 08:00 - 10:00Malaga
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Sunday, November 9, 2025 -- --Navigation
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Monday, November 10, 2025 09:00 - 05:00Valencia
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Tuesday, November 11, 2025 07:00Barcelona
![Barcelona](/assets/images/citta/barcellona-01-1d73cd3fd6c32aeb6442731acb00c0a9.webp)
Barcelona
Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia, is a jewel enclosed between sea and mountains, an en plein air museum to be discovered. Catalonia is an autonomous region whose indipendence has long been a subject of debate and is still a topic that divides opinion in the country. The region has its own language, culture and history, most visible in its Roman ruins, Gothic cathedral and modernist buildings. The city of Barcelona is the emblem of this unique culture. Barcelona is the most cosmopolitan city in Spain and one of the most busiest port in the Mediterranean. In summer, the beautiful beaches of this city are a magnet for beach lovers. Beautiful beaches are not the only the reason why Barcelon is one of the most loved destionations for tourists.
The city is a symbol of the the artistic, culinary and cultural avant-garde: visit the Sagrada Familia and the other visionary architectural works of Antoni Gaudi, La Pedrera, Casa Batlllò or Park Guell. For sports lovers, a visit to Camp Nou is not to be missed, while for art lovers here is the Picasso Museum, the Caixa Forum, the MNAC or the Miró Museum. If you want to taste the local cuisine, restaurants and bars are the right choice. They are always crowded as the sea in summer. An holiday aboard a cruise offers the opportunity to visit this beautiful city and immerse yourself in this unique atmosphere.
![Alicante](/assets/images/citta/alicante-01-f955babbc728e8f319c4d98cc16704bf.webp)
Alicante
Alicante, located along the Mediterranean coast, is a beautiful city renowned worldwide for its very long fine sandy beaches and crystal clear waters. Sun, beaches and sand are the main reason why a large number of people visit Alicante. An holiday in Alicante offers the opportunity to visit beautiful beaches and a large number of sites related to the history and culture of Spain. Different civilazations have passed through these lands, leaving their marks that can be seen in all the corners of this emblematic city.
Not only does this beautiful city offer access to beautiful beaches, but it also offers a wide range of cultural activities, with its museums, festivals, and natural areas, especially the island of Tabarca, a Mediterranean Marine Reserve for the excellent quality of marine flora and fauna. Even though tourism is the most developed economic sector, the city has also developed a special interest in industry and commerce. An holiday aboard a cruise offers the opportunity to visit this beautiful city and partecipate in one of these unique activities.
![Gibraltar](/assets/images/citta/gibilterra-01-acbaa1a63d4ce196935e7b7564194d17.webp)
Gibraltar
![Casablanca](/assets/images/citta/casablanca-01-c2968f344aa17fa2dc71a7d77103dd4f.webp)
Casablanca
Casablanca is the cosmopolitan, industrial and economic heart of Morocco and represents a developing Nation.
Casablanca is the place where money was first creates, where the industry has its headquarter, where the art galleries offer the best contemporary art and where the fashion designer have a window on the world. The old pirates’ den is looking at the future, showing its richness and success. Casablanca is the city of contradiction. You can find a suffocating traffic jam, social issues and shanty towns as well as wide boulevards, well-finished parks, fountains and a surprising colonial architecture. The Hispanic-Moorish rich architecture, art-deco and modernist gems are all to be discovered in the city centre and are the symbol of Casblanca, such as huge the Hassan II Mosque, amazingly decorated.
![Casablanca](/assets/images/citta/casablanca-01-c2968f344aa17fa2dc71a7d77103dd4f.webp)
Casablanca
Casablanca is the cosmopolitan, industrial and economic heart of Morocco and represents a developing Nation.
Casablanca is the place where money was first creates, where the industry has its headquarter, where the art galleries offer the best contemporary art and where the fashion designer have a window on the world. The old pirates’ den is looking at the future, showing its richness and success. Casablanca is the city of contradiction. You can find a suffocating traffic jam, social issues and shanty towns as well as wide boulevards, well-finished parks, fountains and a surprising colonial architecture. The Hispanic-Moorish rich architecture, art-deco and modernist gems are all to be discovered in the city centre and are the symbol of Casblanca, such as huge the Hassan II Mosque, amazingly decorated.
![Santa Cruz de Tenerife](/assets/images/citta/santa-cruz-de-tenerife-01-ead529c3cacc99624e684e6f0fef7059.webp)
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the capital of Tenerife, is located in the north-east of the island. Its pleasent climate and commercial areas make the city the perfect place for walking and enjoying long hours of relaxation. There are lots of things to visit in the city such as its avenues, parks and Henry Moore's most famous sculptures, hidden treasures and historic buildings such as the Church of the Conception or the Carta Palace.
Do not miss the opportunity to taste local cuisine. Santa Cruz de Tenerife is a beautiful port located in Tenerife, the largest of the western islands of the Canary Islands archipelago. In the area around the port, there are wide avenues, squares, exotic green areas and some examples of modern architecture. At the heart of the city, near the sea, there is Plaza de España, built in the mid-20th century and once the site of the San Cristobal Castle (16th century).
The oldest part of the city is rich in religious monuments. The construction of the Church of San Francisco, one of the best examples of the Baroque style, began in the 17th century. The Church of Pilar, dated back to the 18th century, stands on the remains of an ancient temple. The city has also some green areas filled with exotic tree species. The Garcia Sanabria Park houses an important outdoor Sculpture Museum.
Another not to be missed place is the Maritime Park, a recreational area designed by architect César Manrique and located in the old Canary Islands commercial basin. Also known as the Black Castle, this circular defensive bastion was built in the first half of the 17th century with volcanic stones. From a naturalistic point of view, Tenerife is an island of contrasting landscapes. The wide beaches of fine sand in the south of the island give way to lush vegetation in the north.
Every year, the outfits of the island's capital prepare to host Carnival, declared International Tourist Interest and one of the most spectacular in Spain. Its privileged location makes it possible to enjoy beautiful beaches such as Las Teresitas, get to know the city of San Cristóbal de La Laguna, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, or visit Teide National Park, the symbol of the island.
![Lanzarote](/assets/images/citta/lanzarote-01-5529cc2f09ac1fb7532e03d959076f67.webp)
Lanzarote
Lanzarote is part of the Canary Islands archipelago and is located in the northeastern part of the archipelago. It is named after a famous Genoese navigator, Lanzerotto Malocello, who discovered it in 1312 and founded the first settlements there. This island is renowned for its extraordinary landscapes: crystal-clear water, unspoiled nature, red land in contrast with the characteristic white houses are just some of the beauties of this area. The island's appearance changed in 1730 as a result of the eruption of Timanfaya.
Currently, the coast of Lanzarote is full of paths that reach inland villages through the Timanfaya National Park, an evocative landscape with an almost lunar atmosphere. For this reason, Lanzarote is not only the ideal destination for those who want to relax along the coast, it is also the ideal destination for sport lovers. The auster mountains, with their gentle reliefs, are ideal for those who love nature and adventure.
![Cadiz](/assets/images/citta/cadiz-01-50e00a6a7d16fc92f1dba17351985f13.webp)
Cadiz
Cadiz is a port city with wide boulevards, squares and gardens with an atmosphere rich in history
Cadiz is an elegant city offering buildings dated back to XVIII and XIX Centuries. The City has a long and charming history: discover its monuments, the museums and all the amazing places where you can taste good food and have a drink. What makes Cadiz special it’s the people that are open, have a great culture and are independent. The majority of them enjoy life and the company of their friends in the many bars and squares of the city.
![Barcelona](/assets/images/citta/barcellona-01-1d73cd3fd6c32aeb6442731acb00c0a9.webp)
Barcelona
Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia, is a jewel enclosed between sea and mountains, an en plein air museum to be discovered. Catalonia is an autonomous region whose indipendence has long been a subject of debate and is still a topic that divides opinion in the country. The region has its own language, culture and history, most visible in its Roman ruins, Gothic cathedral and modernist buildings. The city of Barcelona is the emblem of this unique culture. Barcelona is the most cosmopolitan city in Spain and one of the most busiest port in the Mediterranean. In summer, the beautiful beaches of this city are a magnet for beach lovers. Beautiful beaches are not the only the reason why Barcelon is one of the most loved destionations for tourists.
The city is a symbol of the the artistic, culinary and cultural avant-garde: visit the Sagrada Familia and the other visionary architectural works of Antoni Gaudi, La Pedrera, Casa Batlllò or Park Guell. For sports lovers, a visit to Camp Nou is not to be missed, while for art lovers here is the Picasso Museum, the Caixa Forum, the MNAC or the Miró Museum. If you want to taste the local cuisine, restaurants and bars are the right choice. They are always crowded as the sea in summer. An holiday aboard a cruise offers the opportunity to visit this beautiful city and immerse yourself in this unique atmosphere.
![Tanger](/assets/images/citta/tangeri-01-ca15e03fa5163449151976143b58748f.webp)
Tanger
![Lisbon](/assets/images/citta/lisbona-01-95c4b953ac27ed01838e3e48ca24133e.webp)
Lisbon
Perched on steep slopes overlooking the Rio Tejo, Lisbon offers all the pleasures one would expect from Portugal's main attraction. The capital of Portugal, Lisbon (Lisboa in Portuguese) has experienced a great development in recent years, with a thriving contemporary culture. Perched on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean, Lisbon is one of the rare European cities that faces the ocean and uses water as a defining element of the city. Lisbon enchants travellers with its white limestone buildings, intimate alleys and an old-world charm that makes it a popular year-round destination.![Lisbon](/assets/images/citta/lisbona-01-95c4b953ac27ed01838e3e48ca24133e.webp)
Lisbon
Perched on steep slopes overlooking the Rio Tejo, Lisbon offers all the pleasures one would expect from Portugal's main attraction. The capital of Portugal, Lisbon (Lisboa in Portuguese) has experienced a great development in recent years, with a thriving contemporary culture. Perched on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean, Lisbon is one of the rare European cities that faces the ocean and uses water as a defining element of the city. Lisbon enchants travellers with its white limestone buildings, intimate alleys and an old-world charm that makes it a popular year-round destination.![Malaga](/assets/images/citta/malaga-01-0cedca9dd91cd484343cdefcc87ceac3.webp)
Malaga
If you are looking for a cruise departing from Malaga, you are in the right place: here you will find all the most important information about cruises from Malaga: itineraries, prices and the most convenient offers. Malaga is the ideal starting point for those who want to discover the Canary Islands, explore the coast of Morocco or Portugal or even to cross the Mediterranean. You just need to choose from the available dates, indicating the type of service and cabin you want.
You should be able to opt for the most diverse types of cabins and many other services available on board, as well as excursions and guided tours during the different ports of call. On our website you will find all the offers and choose the best itineraries at the most convenient price. If you are interested in discovering all the options from Malaga, you can take advantage of these suggestions to quickly find the trip of your dreams. Malaga is located in the center of Andalusia, one of the most famous regions in Spain. Directly overlooking the Mediterranean, its location makes the port one of the best embarkation points for the Mediterranean and Atlantic Ocean.
The city, one of the southernmost in the Iberian Peninsula, has a long maritime tradition, dated back to its founding by great navigators, the Phoenicians. The port provides space for many major cruise lines, such as Royal Caribbean and Pullmantur.
Malaga is the starting point of many cruises with different itineraries. From the port of Malaga both short and longer voyages depart, depending on the period of the year you choose. It is possible to include cruises that depart from Malaga and head to the Moroccan coast, with stops in Navigation, Casablanca and Tangier: this is a mini cruise of five days and four nights, ideal for those who want to relax and discover the wonderful Atlantic coast of North Africa. Another cruise is an exclusive tour of the Spanish coasts, which will take you to discover all the wonders of Southern Spain: on this cruise, in fact, you will have the opportunity to visit beautiful places such as Porto Banus, Gibraltar, Tangier, Seville, Cadiz and Portimao. At the same time, from this port it is also possible to sail to Portugal, with cruises that after touching Spain go to Porto and Lisbon, and then return to Tangier and Spain. In this case, the itinerary is longer and includes up to seven days and six nights.
Other cruises from Malaga include a Mediterranean crossing. These are longer voyages of up to eight to nine days and seven to eight nights. Among them, do not you miss the opportunity to go to Greece, Italy and Malta! If, on the other hand, you don't want to miss the opportunity to visit some of the most beautiful Italian ports, you can choose a cruise from Malaga to Sardinia, stopping in Porto Torres, to take you to Civitavecchia and Livorno, with the opportunity to visit Rome and Florence, and then back to Spanish, with a stopping in Alicante.
Finally, among the cruise itineraries and prices from Malaga, do not miss the opportunity to sail to the Canary Islands. This cruise reaches Las Palmas, passing through Tangier, Cadiz, Safi, Arrecife and Puerto del Rosario. If you decide to sail from Malaga you should choose one of the incredible offers you will find on our website: you will have the opportunity to choose the best itineraries, the cruise line, onboard services at the most convenient price in order to make your experience as comfortable and enjoyable as possible!
![Valencia](/assets/images/citta/valencia-01-e97973d5b53f2d601993966604735f41.webp)
Valencia
Welcome to Valencia, it’s the Mediterranean gem where history, culture and nature merge into stunning beauty and harmony. This magnificent city is located on Spain’s eastern coast, captivating with its vibrant streets, amazing festivals and rich historical heritage, making you want to buy a vacation house.
Valencia is renowned for its magnificent architectural landmarks, with the iconic Cathedral of the Holy Spirit standing out as a symbol of the city. One of Valencia's most famous symbols is "La Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias" (The City of Arts and Sciences) - a modern complex of architectural masterpieces designed by the great architect Santiago Calatrava. This complex includes museums, an aquarium, cinemas, an opera house and much more.
Valencia is a true paradise for food lovers. As the birthplace of paella, here you can savor the best examples of Spanish cuisine, fresh seafood and flavorful tapas. You should also try horchata, a traditional drink made from almonds, sugar and water.
Additionally, the city is famous for its celebrations and festivals, such as the renowned Las Fallas Festival. During this event, enormous cardboard and wooden figures are erected throughout the city and then burned in a festive bonfire. This festival attracts thousands of tourists from around the world.
Valencia is also a perfect starting point for Mediterranean cruises. Aboard a cruise liner, you can enjoy luxurious amenities and entertainment while traveling to the most beautiful places in the Mediterranean.
![Barcelona](/assets/images/citta/barcellona-01-1d73cd3fd6c32aeb6442731acb00c0a9.webp)
Barcelona
Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia, is a jewel enclosed between sea and mountains, an en plein air museum to be discovered. Catalonia is an autonomous region whose indipendence has long been a subject of debate and is still a topic that divides opinion in the country. The region has its own language, culture and history, most visible in its Roman ruins, Gothic cathedral and modernist buildings. The city of Barcelona is the emblem of this unique culture. Barcelona is the most cosmopolitan city in Spain and one of the most busiest port in the Mediterranean. In summer, the beautiful beaches of this city are a magnet for beach lovers. Beautiful beaches are not the only the reason why Barcelon is one of the most loved destionations for tourists.
The city is a symbol of the the artistic, culinary and cultural avant-garde: visit the Sagrada Familia and the other visionary architectural works of Antoni Gaudi, La Pedrera, Casa Batlllò or Park Guell. For sports lovers, a visit to Camp Nou is not to be missed, while for art lovers here is the Picasso Museum, the Caixa Forum, the MNAC or the Miró Museum. If you want to taste the local cuisine, restaurants and bars are the right choice. They are always crowded as the sea in summer. An holiday aboard a cruise offers the opportunity to visit this beautiful city and immerse yourself in this unique atmosphere.