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Western Mediterranean Circuit via Gibraltar, Alicante & Portimao

Barcelona · Gibraltar · Alicante · Motril · Palma de Mallorca · Portimao · Cadiz · Lisboa

Port-heavy Western Mediterranean itinerary. Covers Spain, Gibraltar, and Portugal.

7 nights Barcelona Western Mediterranean 8 ports
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What this trip feels like

Active, varied and destination-focused

With 8 ports across 7 nights, this trip keeps the focus on time ashore. Expect more destination variety and a busier rhythm, with the ship serving as the link between port days.

Port-forward pace

8 ports in 7 nights

Most days put a destination at the center of the plan.

Broad destination variety

Barcelona · Gibraltar · Alicante + more

Frequent changes of scenery across the itinerary.

Route logistics

Sails from Barcelona

Check the exact departure and arrival ports before arranging flights.

Port experience

Barcelona · Expect a busy cruise port

Multiple ships and thousands of cruise passengers are common here.

Best for · Destination-led trips · Active days ashore · Travelers who prefer variety

Think twice if · You want long, uninterrupted stretches of time onboard

Best departures

Best upcoming sailings

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Best overall value
Norwegian Cruise Line

Norwegian Dawn

Barcelona → Palma de Mallorca → Portimao → Lisboa

Oct 25 · 7 nights

About average

$969 inside · $138/night

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Itinerary pricing

What this itinerary usually costs

Typical pricing runs around $143/night, with most departures landing in the $137-$178/night band across 1 tracked sailing.

Typical price

$143/night

$999 total

Normal range

$137-$178/night

$959-$1,245 total

Lowest recent fare

Building history

$929 total

Comparison set

1 sailings

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When should I go?

Not enough departures yet to identify a reliable cheaper season.

Route overview

How this route is built

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7 nights · 8 port calls · 3 countries

8 port calls across Spain, Gibraltar, Portugal · More port-intensive than many 7-night alternatives.

  1. 1

    Embark in Barcelona

    Embarkation ports can vary by sailing

  2. 2

    Barcelona

    Spain · Western Mediterranean

  3. 3

    Gibraltar

    Gibraltar · Western Mediterranean

  4. 4

    Alicante

    Spain · Western Mediterranean

  5. 5

    Motril

    Spain · Western Mediterranean

  6. 6

    Palma de Mallorca

    Spain · Western Mediterranean

  7. 7

    Portimao

    Portugal · Portugal & Spain Atlantic Coast

  8. 8

    Cadiz

    Spain · Portugal & Spain Atlantic Coast

  9. 9

    Lisboa

    Portugal · Portugal & Spain Atlantic Coast

  10. 10

    Disembark in Lisboa

    Disembarkation ports can vary by sailing

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FAQ

What’s the best month to sail this itinerary?
It depends on weather and crowd levels. Use the sailing list to compare dates and prioritize port days with comfortable conditions.
Are these sailings all the same route?
They can be close but not identical. Look for differences in port order, arrival times, and sea day placement.
How should I choose between two similar sailings?
Compare: (1) ship, (2) port day timing, (3) number of sea days, (4) price vs cabin value, and (5) flight convenience.