--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: e922029a-de63-4974-8e38-e0df6551e43f slug: 2361932 voyage_code: EA20280116AGPLIS cruise_line: Explora Journeys ship: EXPLORA V departure_date: return_date: nights: 7 embarkation_port: Malaga, Spain disembarkation_port: Lisbon, Portugal starting_price_usd: bookable: false last_updated: 2026-10-19T23:54:09Z --- # A Journey through Andalusian Legends, Coastal Fortresses & Portuguese Light > Explora Journeys · EXPLORA V · Jan 16 – 23, 2028   (7 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Explora Journeys | | **Ship** | EXPLORA V | | **Duration** | 7 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Malaga, Spain | | **Disembarkation Port** | Lisbon, Portugal | | **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | EA20280116AGPLIS | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Malaga, Spain **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 11:00 PM Enjoy the epitome of Spanish charm. Slowly discover Andalusian riches to reveal Picasso’s birthplace, the Alhambra in Granada, Mezquita in Cordoba and the Ronda valley. Explore ancient heritage sites, dance the flamenco, dare to hike the Caminito del Rey trail and delve into white villages sprinkled amongst mango groves and avocado orchards. Sip cocktails by day and sangria by night. And as you watch the sun slip down, reflect upon this gateway of delights. ### Day 2: Motril **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 09:00 PM Accustom yourself to the main Town of Costa Tropical, a sub-tropical slice of Spain bursting with mangos, bananas and locally made rum. Protected by Andalucia's Sierra Nevada mountains, head up to the castle and sugar cane plantation in Salobreña, wallow in rum at Motril, eat tapas in Granada and bask in the sensual splendour of the Alhambra palace. Visit Elche where UNESCO-protected date palm trees form a unique urban park, sip vino de costa, taste exotic custard apples and trawl out the remain... ### Day 3: Cartagena, Colombia **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM ### Day 4: Melilla **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM ### Day 5: Gibraltar **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 08:00 PM ### Day 6: Cadiz **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 09:00 PM Go back in time - where cobbled streets clatter with horse drawn carriages, culture and history seeps through this Spanish city’s soul. Enjoy locally produced tapas and admire the form of iconic Andalusian horses. Drift into tasting tours at sherry wineries in Jerez, then step out to twirl the flamenco. Explore Seville’s architectural marvels; baroque churches, palaces, gothic cathedrals, aristocratic mansions and medieval buildings. With no less than three Unesco World Heritage sites to visit, ... ### Day 7: Lisbon, Portugal **Arrives:** 02:00 PM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Enjoy the rich buzz of Lisbon. Dip into the city’s strong architectural, cultural and historical connections. Wander charming-cobbled streets, colourful buildings, the river Sado and endless nature. Pilgrimage to Fatima, tour hilly villages, learn Portuguese cooking techniques and listen to the Lisbon blues. Slip to charming Cascais for quieter energy and golden beaches. And as you bathe in the captivating light, enjoy plates of petiscos which - like fado - you’ll soon discover is vibrant, warm ... ### Day 8: Lisbon, Portugal **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Enjoy the rich buzz of Lisbon. Dip into the city’s strong architectural, cultural and historical connections. Wander charming-cobbled streets, colourful buildings, the river Sado and endless nature. Pilgrimage to Fatima, tour hilly villages, learn Portuguese cooking techniques and listen to the Lisbon blues. Slip to charming Cascais for quieter energy and golden beaches. And as you bathe in the captivating light, enjoy plates of petiscos which - like fado - you’ll soon discover is vibrant, warm ... ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Suite | $4,020 | ## Ship Information ### EXPLORA V Every moment aboard EXPLORA V is designed to awaken a sense of space and ease, with an intimate atmosphere and a seamless connection to the ocean. Every moment aboard EXPLORA V is designed to awaken a sense of space and ease, with an intimate atmosphere and a seamless connection to the ocean. Explore ... #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 0 | | Crew | 0 | | Gross Tonnage | 0.0 | | Length | 0.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 461 | ## Ports of Call ### Malaga, Spain *Coordinates: 36.7213, -4.42127* Enjoy the epitome of Spanish charm. Slowly discover Andalusian riches to reveal Picasso’s birthplace, the Alhambra in Granada, Mezquita in Cordoba and the Ronda valley. Explore ancient heritage sites, dance the flamenco, dare to hike the Caminito del Rey trail and delve into white villages sprinkled amongst mango groves and avocado orchards. Sip cocktails by day and sangria by night. And as you wa... ### Motril *Coordinates: 36.7447, -3.51672* Accustom yourself to the main Town of Costa Tropical, a sub-tropical slice of Spain bursting with mangos, bananas and locally made rum. Protected by Andalucia's Sierra Nevada mountains, head up to the castle and sugar cane plantation in Salobreña, wallow in rum at Motril, eat tapas in Granada and bask in the sensual splendour of the Alhambra palace. Visit Elche where UNESCO-protected date palm tre... ### Cartagena, Colombia *Coordinates: 10.4175, -75.5334* ### Melilla *Coordinates: 35.2923, -2.9381* ### Gibraltar *Coordinates: 36.1408, -5.3536* ### Cadiz *Coordinates: 36.5299, -6.29241* Go back in time - where cobbled streets clatter with horse drawn carriages, culture and history seeps through this Spanish city’s soul. Enjoy locally produced tapas and admire the form of iconic Andalusian horses. Drift into tasting tours at sherry wineries in Jerez, then step out to twirl the flamenco. Explore Seville’s architectural marvels; baroque churches, palaces, gothic cathedrals, aristocr... ### Lisbon, Portugal *Coordinates: 38.7223, -9.13934* Enjoy the rich buzz of Lisbon. Dip into the city’s strong architectural, cultural and historical connections. Wander charming-cobbled streets, colourful buildings, the river Sado and endless nature. Pilgrimage to Fatima, tour hilly villages, learn Portuguese cooking techniques and listen to the Lisbon blues. Slip to charming Cascais for quieter energy and golden beaches. And as you bathe in the ca... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2361932 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2361932 - **Markdown URL:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2361932.md - **API Endpoint:** https://pirate.travel/api/cruises/2361932/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/explora-journeys/explora-v/other/1c7c3a68.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-10-19 23:54:09 UTC