Spain & Portugal Discovery

  • Europe
  • Operator: Viking Cruise
  • Start: Barcelona
  • Finish: Lisbon
  • Destination: Europe
  • Type: Ocean Cruise
  • February 2027 - August 2029
8 days, 6 guided tours, 3 countries. Discover Lisbon, Portugal’s vibrant capital, known for its colorful streets and neighborhoods. Immerse yourself in Andalusia's rich history with visits to Seville, Málaga and the Alhambra Palace. Admire the stunning palm tree-lined waterfront of Palma de Mallorca and explore Tangier to learn about the city’s impressive history.

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Hightlights

Scenic Mallorca
The UNESCO Sites of Lisbon
Tangier, Morocco

Navigate the Iberian Peninsula

Discover Lisbon, Portugal’s vibrant capital, known for its colorful streets and neighborhoods. Immerse yourself in Andalusia’s rich history with visits to Seville, Málaga and the Alhambra Palace. Admire the stunning palm tree-lined waterfront of Palma de Mallorca and explore Tangier to learn about the city’s impressive history. Embrace Barcelona, marveling at the architectural wonders of Antoni Gaudí and enjoy the lively Las Ramblas.

 

FLIGHT ON US 
Economy airfare or flight credit included of up to $2,800pp* 
Expires 30 November 2026

 


 

Viking inclusive values

More features, services and excursions included

*One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call
*Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
*All onboard meals, featuring regional specialties & always available classics
*Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner
*24-hour specialty coffees, teas  & bottled water
*Port taxes & fees
*Ground transfers with Viking Air purchase
*Visits to UNESCO Sites
*Enrichment lectures & Destination Performances
*Complimentary access to The Nordic Spa & Fitness Center
*Self-service launderettes
*Alternative restaurant dining at no extra charge
*24-hour room service
*Onboard gratuities

 

Our stateroom includes:

*King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linen
*42″ flat-screen LCD TV with intuitive remote & complimentary Movies On Demand
*Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer
*Premium Freyja® toiletries
*Direct-dial satellite phone & cell service
*Security safe
*110/220 volt outlets
*Ample USB ports

 


Booking terms & conditions

*Prices are per person, in Australian dollars, based on double occupancy and correct at time of publication. Prices include all advertised discounts, and all offers are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time. All offers are only valid for new bookings and only on selected departures made between 01 April – 30 November 2026 at 7:00pm (AEST) unless sold out prior.  Viking reserves the right to correct errors or omissions and to change any and all fares, fees and surcharges at any time. View the Passenger Ticket Contract for full booking terms and conditions. Itineraries are subject to change and may vary by departure date. Map depicts the standard itinerary offered.

Itinerary

Day 1: Barcelona, Spain

Embark your ship and settle into your stateroom. The vibrant city of Barcelona, with its lively culture and inviting outdoor spaces, preserves a rich history. Picturesque medieval lanes wind through the oldest part of the city, the Gothic Quarter, where remnants of the city’s Roman wall were uncovered. Its treasures include the neo-Gothic Barcelona Cathedral, the medieval Jewish district of El Call and the Romanesque Church of Santa Maria del Pi. In the evenings, diners relax in the Royal Plaza at restaurants along the elegant square’s perimeter.

Day 2: Palma de Mallorca, Spain

Visitors flock to this spectacular haven for sun, relaxation and Mediterranean breezes. Remnants of past civilizations abound: the massive La Seu Cathedral in Palma was built over a mosque, and the Almudaina Palace was originally constructed as an Arabian fort. The picturesque village of Valldemossa invites long strolls and samplings of the island’s jellied breadsticks. Here, at the foot of forested mountains, a Carthusian monastery housed devout monks for 436 years. Composer Frédéric Chopin spent the winter of 1838 writing some of his best work in this tranquil setting.

Shore Excursion ( Included)

Discover The Beauty of Mallorca

Explore picturesque Palma de Mallorca, from its capital to its most beautiful mountain-ringed village. Begin with a guided drive through Palma that takes you along the seafront. Pass the honey-colored La Seu Cathedral, the second-largest Gothic cathedral in Spain, and the 14th-century Almudaina Palace. Inside the city walls, you will see landmarks including the Paseo del Born, Gran Hotel, Teatro Principal and the tree-lined Rambla with its colorful flower market. Continue your journey with a drive through pine forests and almond groves to Valldemossa, a mountain village nestled within the UNESCO-recognized Serra de Tramuntana mountains. Valldemossa sits at over 1,300 feet above sea level, making it the highest town in the Balearic Islands. Enjoy a guided stroll through its cobbled streets, followed by time to explore more on your own before returning to your ship.


* Easy – Walking portions are generally over easy surfaces with few steps or inclines. Total time walking or standing is normally not longer than 1.5 hours.

Day 3: Murcia (Cartagena), Spain

The charms of Murcia lie in its embrace of its rural pleasures. Surrounded by farmland and fertile huertas, Murcianos are never at a loss for produce freshly plucked from “Europe’s orchard.” They, in turn, live by the patient cycle of the harvest, going about their days at a leisurely pace. The Moors founded the city in 825 and introduced a vast irrigation network for crops and for city use. They were expelled by Ferdinand III of Castile in 1243. Murcia province remained a vassal kingdom until 1812 and became an autonomous region of Spain in 1982.

Shore Excursion ( Included)

Ancient Roman City of Cartagena

Stunning Archaeological Discovery

Enjoy a scenic drive to Cape Palos, part of a small peninsula formed by long-ago volcanic activity. At the Mar Menor’s most southerly tip, the picturesque village is centered around a quaint marina, rocky coastline and wonderful array of restaurants and cafés. Stop for a photo, then continue your drive to Cartagena. Enjoy free time to explore the charming coastal city and its abundance of sights as you wander through the Old Town’s narrow cobblestone streets. You will visit the fascinating Museum of the Roman Theater. Cartagena’s 6,000-seat Roman Theater, built as an entertainment venue in the 1st century BC, when Rome was at the height of its power, lay undiscovered for more than 2,000 years until its ruins were identified in 1990. The museum is ingeniously designed to take you on a journey through time, as you explore the exhibits and displays. After your guided tour, return to your ship.


* Easy – Walking portions are generally over easy surfaces with few steps or inclines. Total time walking or standing is normally not longer than 1.5 hours.

Day 4: Granada (Málaga), Spain

Granada is a splendid canvas of Moorish architecture, rich Andalusian tradition and remarkable history. It was the last stronghold of the Moorish Nasrid dynasty, whose 250-year reign ended during the 1492 reconquest of Spain by Catholic monarchs. The grand Granada Cathedral is a soaring celebration of that victory; its Royal Chapel holds the tombs of Queen Isabel and King Ferdinand, the celebrated pair who oversaw the triumph. Their magnificent fortress-palace, the Alhambra, was long the stronghold of Moors, and so offers a magnificent blend of Islamic and Christian detail.

Shore Excursion ( Included)

Hillside Castles and a Beloved Old Quarter

Explore the seaside Andalusian city of Málaga, one of the oldest cities in the world, by motor coach and on foot. Your informative guide will explain the city’s rich history as you pass grand 19th-century buildings such as City Hall, the Old Justice Court and the Central Post Office. Witness the remnants of the 14th-century Gibralfaro Castle, a reminder of the legacy of the Moors. You will briefly stop here to take in superb views of the city below. Back in Málaga’s city center, you can take some photos of the birthplace of one of Málaga’s most famous native sons, Pablo Picasso. Continue on your walk past the ruins of a former Roman Theater and to the foot of the beautiful Alcazaba Palace, the best-preserved citadel in Spain. It was built during the 11th century and once served as a residence for Arabian caliphs. Afterward, you will return to your awaiting ship.


* Moderate – Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.

Day 5: Tangier, Morocco

A pivotal port city linking Africa and Europe, Tangier lies just nineteen miles across the Strait of Gibraltar from the Iberian Peninsula. Long coveted for its strategic location where the Atlantic and Mediterranean meet, numerous empires called it their own throughout history. The city’s vibrancy and multicultural air attracted all manner of artists in the late 20th century, including Henri Matisse and Paul Bowles. Tangier’s ancient, walled medina brims with the pleasures of Morocco, from intricate carpets and finely made slippers to fresh dates.

Shore Excursion ( Included)

Discover the History of the Old City

Admire the culture and historic monuments of Tangier’s colorful medina. Start at the Casbah, the former fortress that dominates the northern section of the medina. Inside, tour the Casbah Museum. Its exhibits showcase artifacts spanning Morocco’s history from the Romans through the Islamic dynasties and include textiles, manuscripts and antique ceramics. Then, walk through a fruit and vegetable market while perusing stalls displaying local produce. You will pass through the medina’s main gate and into the Grand Socco. Once the city’s main market, today its plaza, lined with palm trees, is more of a meeting place and transportation hub. Mingle with the local vendors, sip a coffee in a nearby café or escape the noise and relax in the Mendoubia Gardens—a quiet sanctuary that is home to a reportedly 800-year-old banyan tree. Afterward, you will have time to shop before returning to your ship.


* Moderate – Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.

Day 6: Seville (Cádiz), Spain

Cádiz lies on Spain’s breathtaking province of Andalusia and gained incredible wealth during the 18th century; riches from the Americas were unloaded here after the Guadalquivir River to Seville silted up. This scenic southern region is the home of the matador and world-class equestrian art. Seville, city of polyamorous suitor Don Juan, boasts plenty of its own glories. Its grand cathedral, Alcázar Palace and Tower of Gold were built from the coffers of Spanish kings, but its fiery flamenco defines its true spirit. It is best to ponder it all while sipping sherry at a bodega.

Shore Excursion (Included)

Enjoy a Guided Tour of This Beautiful City

Admire some of this historic city’s most ornate sites on a pleasant and enlightening stroll with a local guide. Cádiz is one of the oldest continually inhabited places in Southern Europe. Situated on a narrow promontory of land surrounded by water on three sides, it is an easy city to get around. You will navigate passageways that connect elaborate plazas, stopping to explore Plaza de San Antonio de Padua, Plaza de España and Plaza de Mina. Pause also to admire the Torre Tavira. Merchants once looked out to sea from this tower in search of their returning ships. Visit the Catedral Nueva, or New Cathedral, with its elaborate Baroque exterior. Its gold dome reflects the wealth that poured into this city from the New World after the river that led into nearby Seville silted up in the 18th century. If the cathedral is closed, you will instead visit the fascinating Diocesan Museum.


* Moderate – Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.

Day 7: Lisbon, Portugal

Lisbon has inspired explorers for centuries with its stunning setting at the Tagus River’s mouth. Its labyrinthine streets carry echoes of 16th-century navigators who sailed on the winds of the Age of Discovery. The city prospered greatly from its trade. And today’s streets are lined with the legacies of wealthy builders, including the Jerónimos Monastery and Belém Tower, stunning works that introduced Manueline architecture. Savoring local cuisine and port wine are favorite pastimes here. On any evening, the strains of fadospill from clubs in the historic Alfama District.

Shore Excursion (Included)

See the Highlights of This City of Discovery

Witness the enduring legacy of the Age of Discovery in Portugal on this tour of Lisbon’s grandest landmarks. On the banks of the Tagus River, gaze up at the Monument to the Discoveries, inaugurated on the fifth centennial anniversary of explorer Henry the Navigator’s death. Nearby is Belém Tower, a UNESCO Site and a reminder of the great maritime discoveries that laid the foundations of the New World. Another UNESCO Site is the Jerónimos Monastery at the entrance to Lisbon’s harbor. You can also see the 25th of April Bridge, named for the date of the revolution that restored democracy to Portugal. With your guide, view the riverside statue of Christ the King looking over the city, and pass beautifully landscaped Eduardo VII Park, named for England’s king, who visited here to improve Anglo-Portuguese relations. After your insightful tour, return to your ship.


* Easy – Walking portions are generally over easy surfaces with few steps or inclines. Total time walking or standing is normally not longer than 1.5 hours.

Day 8: Lisbon, Portugal

Bid farewell to your fellow guests and journey home. Or spend more time exploring, perhaps joining one of our extensions.

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