It takes something truly extraordinary to tempt you away from Barcelona — and this unforgettable 7-day cruise delivers exactly that.
Your adventure begins in Valencia, where a guided city tour introduces you to its most iconic sights, including the vibrant Mercado Central, celebrated for its fresh produce and irresistible local flavors. Care to sample some ceviche?
From there, soar by cable car to the top of the Rock of Gibraltar and descend into the dramatic, mysterious chambers of St. Michael’s Cave. Then continue on to Portimão, where an off-road journey through the breathtaking Serra de Monchique mountains promises rugged landscapes and spectacular views at every turn.
Includes
7 nights accommodation on board the Norwegian Dawn in an inside cabin
NCL’s Freestyle Dining in many restaurants and Freestyle entertainment in various bars and lounges
Port charges and government fees
Beverage package
Speciality Dining package - 3 meals per person (applicable to guest 1&2)
150 min Wi-Fi package per person (applicable to guest 1&2)
Excursion discount per tour per stateroom (applicable to guest 1)
Compulsory daily gratuities of USD20 per person per day
EXCLUSIVE BONUS: R2,000 flight credit per cabin
Excludes
Flights
Arrival/ departure transfers
Visas
Travel Insurance
Spending money and items of a personal nature
Highlights
EXCLUSIVE SAVINGS: Up to R14,000 pps
Free At Sea Upgrade: Beverage package, Speciality Dining, Prepaid Gratuities, Flight credit & more
Itinerary
Day 1: Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona is the second largest city in Spain and the capital of Catalonia. It is located on the shores of the Mediterranean and enjoys a mild climate all year round.Barcelona is one of Europe’s largest and most successful ports and one of the world’s leading cities in art and architecture.
From the modern cruise terminal at the docks you will need a taxi or tour to see the artistic beauty of this unique destination, credited to the talents of Joan Miro, Pablo Picasso, Antonio Gaudi, Jose Clara and others. Stroll the mosaic-paved Ramblas, the city's social hub, with open-air cafes, street entertainers and flower displays. See its unique Catalonian cultural heritage in the ancient Gothic Quarter, the surrealistic architecture of Antonio Gaudi and some outstanding museums.
Sights of interest include the Columbus Monument, the Cathedral of Santa Eulalia (1298 to 1454), the Maritime Museum, Picasso Gallery, La Sagrada Familia (Gaudi's unfinished cathedral), Palau Guell (Gaudi mansion) and the Olympic stadiums.
Day 2: Palma (Majorca), Spain
Majorca is the largest island of Spain. It is located in the Mediterranean Sea and is part of the Balearic Islands archipelago. Like the other Balearic Islands, Ibiza, Formentera, and Minorca the island is a popular tourist destination.
Palma de Mallorca is the capital city of Majorca and a major tourist destination. It boasts a magnificent Cathedral, an interesting historic quarter, Arab baths and Bellver Castle and museum. Its beach is also the most popular on the island.
Day 3: Valencia, Spain
Valencia is a charming old city and the capital of the Valencia province of Spain that is well worth a visit. It is located on the Mediterranean Sea approximately 4 hours to the south of Barcelona and 3 hours to the east of Madrid. Valencia is famous for its Fallas festival in March, for being the birthplace of paella, for hosting the 2007 America´s Cup, and for the massive architectural project by Santiago Calatrava called The City of Arts and Sciences.
There used to be a river running through the centre of the city but the river was redirected a while back and so now there's a beautiful park where the river used to be. This is a very nice place to while away any free time you have in the city on a sunny day.
Valencia has something for everyone, long beaches of golden sand on the coast, inland mountain ranges, indoor and outdoor sports facilities, golf courses and sailing lessons, culture and entertainment, holy shrines, exquisite cuisine, good business, interesting congresses and conventions.
Day 4: Motril, Spain
Motril is a town and municipality on the Mediterranean coast in the province of Granada, Spain. It is located midway between the resorts of Malaga to the west and Almeria to the east and is the biggest town on the Costa Tropical.
Motril offers beautiful beaches and a lively port. The town centre has many tapas bars and restaurants and the marina and nautical club offers a variety of watersports. Motril’s coastal strip has two main beaches; Playa Poniente and Playa Granada.
Granada is only 40 minutes from Motril and is worth a visit to see the famous Alhambra Palace, the Generalife Gardens and the Hamman Arabic baths.
Day 5: Gibraltar, United Kingdom
Gibraltar is both a town and country of only 7 sq. km , but it has its own airport, currency, postage stamps, naval and military garrisons, two cathedrals, its own newspapers, radio, and TV and a casino. "The Rock" enjoys a pleasant climate and has a recorded history dating from A.D. 711 and traces of cave occupation 40,000 years ago.
The Rock of Gibraltar is a massive limestone rock rising out of the sea to a height of 425m (1,396 ft.), and is often referred to as the Gateway to the Mediterranean.
The town of Gibraltar lies on the west side of the Rock around the harbors. You can visit the top attractions in 3 to 4 hours. Most visitors, however, allocate a full day.
Day 6: Seville (Cadiz), Spain
The city of Cadiz is located on a peninsula protruding into the Bay of Cádiz, the Isle of Leon, separated from the mainland by a narrow and torturous channel, part of much larger Gulf of Cádiz. Very high and thick walls surround the city presenting a very picturesque appearance from the sea.
Cádiz is of typical Andalusian character. The old part of Cádiz, commonly referred to as the Old City (Spanish Casco Antiguo), is shaped by the individuality of the various quarters (Spanish barrios), "El Populo," "La Viña," or "Santa Maria." These areas offer a marked contrast to the newer areas of town.
While the townscape of the Old City is largely formed by narrow alleys leading into a number of plazas, newer areas consist of wide avenues and more modern buildings. In addition, the city is dotted with numerous parks with old giant trees supposedly brought there by Columbus.
Day 7: Portimão, Portugal
Portimao is a city located in the District of Faro in the Region of Algarve on the southern coast of Portugal. It is famous for its fresh fish restaurants, grilled sardines being the most famous dish. One of the most well known beaches in the Algarve - Rocha ("Praia da Rocha"), meaning "Rocky Beach" - is very close to Portimao, and there are numerous others nearby.
Portimao is surrounded by many beautiful places to visit, such as Armacao de Pera with its small 18th century fortress or the small beach village of Alvor. Across the river is the unspoilt fishing village of Ferragudo, with the fort of St John of Arade built during the 17th and 18th centuries and which was Portimao´s primary defence against pirates.
Day 8: Lisbon, Portugal
Lisbon is the capital city of Portugal. a lively and multicultural place. Pre World War I wooden trams clank up steep gradients, past mosaic pavements and Art Nouveau cafés, and the medieval, village-like quarter of Alfama hangs below the city's castle.
Modern Lisbon has kept an easy-going pace and boasts a vibrant, cosmopolitan identity from large communities of Africans and Asians. In 1994, Lisbon was European City of Culture, while in 1998 the city hosted the last great Expo of the millennium.
There are few monuments and little art in Lisbon, largely due to the 1755 earthquake. There is one building from Portugal's golden age – the Mosteiro dos Jerónimos at Belém – that is the equal of any monument in the country. More modern developments include the Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian museum complex and the Tómas Taveira's amazing postmodernist shopping centre at Amoreiras.
Ship info
Norwegian Dawn
Launched in 2002, the Norwegian Dawn cruise ship epitomizes Norwegian Cruise Line's commitment to providing a delightful and immersive seafaring experience. Part of the Dawn-class ships, this vessel offers a perfect blend of comfort, entertainment, and diverse culinary experiences. ENTERTAINMENT
The Norwegian Dawn features an array of entertainment options that cater to a broad spectrum of tastes.
Prices are per person twin share, include discounts, and are subject to availability and rate of exchange changes. All savings mentioned has already been applied to advertised price and refers to total savings per cabin, not per person. Offers above are a guide only and will vary depending on departure date, our guide price is based on the cheapest departure within the stipulated season and availability is correct at time of loading. Visas may be necessary and insurance is essential. Pentravel and Tour Operator terms and conditions apply, and may be found on our website. *Free at Sea (FAS) Upgrade Offer includes up to five package choices which vary by ship, stateroom category and number of sailing nights booked, and some packages may not apply to all guests on the reservation. Premium Beverage Package: Premium Beverage Package is $28.50 per person per day, and includes a variety of spirits and cocktails, wines, draft beer, juice and soda up to $15 retail price per beverage. Applicable to guests 1-8 on the reservation for the entire length of the sailing. If guests 3-8 are under 21 years of age, the Premium Beverage Package does not apply, and Soda Beverage Package will not be given as a substitution. Age restrictions apply to drinks packages. Speciality Dining: Speciality Dining is applicable to Guests 1 and 2 on the reservation and varies by sail length. For example, a 7–8-night sailing includes three meals plus gratuities can be pre-purchased for $60 per person. Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi package includes free 150 minutes per person and applies to all guests in the stateroom. Shore Excursion Credit: A non-transferable $50 Shore Excursion Credit per port, per tour is applicable to Guest 1 only. 3rd & 4th Guest Free: Valid on select sailings. Guests 3 and 4 pay only taxes and fees when sharing a stateroom with Guests 1 and 2 paying full fare which includes the 50% discount fare. Offer valid on select sailings and is not applicable to Studio or Solo categories. EFT payments only to qualify for this offer. Can be withdrawn or amended without prior notice. High season supplements and block out dates may apply. Other restrictions may apply. Offer is subject to availability; however, offer is capacity controlled and can be withdrawn at any time. Airport to port and port to airport transfers are not included. Visas are not included. Flight credit offer: Flight credit can only be utilised once full payment has been received. EFT payments only to qualify for flight credit offer. Flight credit mentioned is per cabin, and not per person. Further terms & conditions may apply. These packages are based on CASH price. E&OE;.
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