--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 61790c2f-6878-45d2-b069-70e92a793deb slug: 2361943 voyage_code: EA20280227AGPBCN cruise_line: Explora Journeys ship: EXPLORA V departure_date: return_date: nights: 10 embarkation_port: Malaga, Spain disembarkation_port: Barcelona, Spain starting_price_usd: bookable: false last_updated: 2026-10-19T16:16:49Z --- # A Journey of Andalusian Legends & Historic North African Crossroads > Explora Journeys · EXPLORA V · Feb 27 – Mar 8, 2028   (10 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Explora Journeys | | **Ship** | EXPLORA V | | **Duration** | 10 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Malaga, Spain | | **Disembarkation Port** | Barcelona, Spain | | **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | EA20280227AGPBCN | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Malaga, Spain **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 10:00 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: Cadiz **Arrives:** 09:00 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 3: Gibraltar **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM ### Day 4: Motril **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 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 5: Melilla **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM ### Day 6: Cartagena, Colombia **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM ### Day 7: Alger, Algeria **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM ### Day 8: Alicante **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM ### Day 9: Valencia **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM ### Day 10: Palma de Mallorca **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 08:00 PM Leave craggy coastlines behind and venture to the heartland of the biggest Balearic. Where endless authentic charm, history and nature await. Celebrate at Spain’s oldest winery, shop chic Palma boutiques and marvel at blossoming UNESCO-limestone mountains aboard a vintage train. Experience a tranquil monastery, art at a historic hacienda and tons of protected wildlife. Delve into nature at reserves, feast on wood-fired paella at lively hangouts, pilgrimage to historic churches and tour old-world... ### Day 11: Barcelona, Spain **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Breathe in the cultural heart of Catalan; an elegant blend of high energy and undisturbed tradition. Muse over the origins of captivating Gaudi architecture within the enchanting labyrinth that is the Gothic Quarter. Savour the flavours of fresh tapas and crisp cava in breezy plazas, tranquil terraces and coveted cafés, or glide down to a shimmering beach club to unwind. Imagine a visit to peaceful Passeig de Gracia, where modernist buildings merge to showcase iconic global labels. And, as dusk ... ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Suite | $5,715 | ## 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... ### 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... ### Gibraltar *Coordinates: 36.1408, -5.3536* ### 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... ### Melilla *Coordinates: 35.2923, -2.9381* ### Cartagena, Colombia *Coordinates: 10.4175, -75.5334* ### Alger, Algeria *Coordinates: 36.7755, 3.0597* ### Alicante *Coordinates: 38.3452, -0.481006* ### Valencia *Coordinates: 39.4702, -0.376805* ### Palma de Mallorca *Coordinates: 39.5695, 2.65002* Leave craggy coastlines behind and venture to the heartland of the biggest Balearic. Where endless authentic charm, history and nature await. Celebrate at Spain’s oldest winery, shop chic Palma boutiques and marvel at blossoming UNESCO-limestone mountains aboard a vintage train. Experience a tranquil monastery, art at a historic hacienda and tons of protected wildlife. Delve into nature at reserve... ### Barcelona, Spain *Coordinates: 41.3926, 2.07015* Breathe in the cultural heart of Catalan; an elegant blend of high energy and undisturbed tradition. Muse over the origins of captivating Gaudi architecture within the enchanting labyrinth that is the Gothic Quarter. Savour the flavours of fresh tapas and crisp cava in breezy plazas, tranquil terraces and coveted cafés, or glide down to a shimmering beach club to unwind. Imagine a visit to peacefu... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2361943 - **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/2361943 - **Markdown URL:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2361943.md - **API Endpoint:** https://pirate.travel/api/cruises/2361943/ - **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 16:16:49 UTC