Explora II 9 Night Cruise From Barcelona - May 4, 2025

9 Night A Journey to White-Walled Cities and Moorish Citadels


9 Night round trip cruise departs from Barcelona on Sunday May 4, 2025. The 9 day cruise ends with the arrival of Explora II back in Barcelona on Tuesday May 13, 2025. The Mother's Day holiday (May 11, 2025) is during the cruise.



Ports of Call

May 6, 2025
Malaga, Spain photo

Malaga, Spain

Malaga is a popular beach tourist destination on Spain's Costa del Sol. In addition to beaches, the city has a deep water port with cruise facilities allowing multiple ships to visit at the same time.

May 10, 2025
Cadiz, Spain photo

Cadiz, Spain

Cadiz is a Spanish port city located just outside the Mediterranean, about 50 miles northwest of the Strait of Gibraltar. It's famous for its cathedral, the watchtowers that were part of the port's defense and Naval Station Rota.


Departure Port: Barcelona Cruise Line Terminal

Directions: Google Maps - Apple Maps

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