Port-forward pace
8 ports in 7 nights
Most days put a destination at the center of the plan.
Western Mediterranean cruises
Western Mediterranean Circuit via Valencia, Gibraltar & Portimao
Barcelona · Valencia · Gibraltar · Motril · Palma de Mallorca · Portimao · Cadiz · Lisboa
Port-heavy Western Mediterranean itinerary. Covers Spain, Gibraltar, and Portugal.
7 nights
Barcelona
Western Mediterranean
8 ports
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.
Broad destination variety
Barcelona · Valencia · Gibraltar + 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
Start here. These departures surface first because they combine stronger pricing, useful timing, or a notable warning signal for this itinerary.
Best overall value
Norwegian Dawn
Barcelona → Palma de Mallorca → Portimao → Lisboa
Jun 6 · 7 nights
Good value
$2,919 suite · $417/night
14% below typical · 3-month low
Cheapest upcoming
Norwegian Dawn
Barcelona → Palma de Mallorca → Portimao → Lisboa
Oct 11 · 7 nights
Good value
$2,229 suite · $318/night
16% below typical · 6-month lowAll departures
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Itinerary pricing
What this itinerary usually costs
Typical pricing runs around $170/night, with most departures landing in the $148-$177/night band across 12 tracked sailings.
Typical price
$170/night
$1,189 total
Normal range
$148-$177/night
$1,039-$1,239 total
Lowest recent fare
Building history
$999 total
Comparison set
12 sailings
Used for itinerary baseline
When should I go?
Prices are usually lowest in fall
September–October departures have historically offered the best value.
September is typically the most expensive time to sail this itinerary.
Typical price / night
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- Best value
- Sep–Oct ~$151–$183/night
- Most expensive
- September ~$183/night
Route overview
How this route is built
7 nights · 8 port calls · 3 countries
8 port calls across Spain, Gibraltar, Portugal · More port-intensive than many 7-night alternatives.
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