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Le Champlain, 11 Night Heavenly Islands & Iberian shores ex Barcelona, Spain to Leixoes, Portugal

Cruise Le Champlain, 11 Night Heavenly Islands & Iberian shores ex Barcelona, Spain to Leixoes, Portugal
Cruise Line Ponant
Ship Le Champlain
Destination EU Mediterranean
Brief Description 11 Night Cruise sailing from Barcelona, Spain onboard Le Champlain
Type of Cruise Luxury
Departure Date 06 May 2026
Cruise Description PONANT invites you to discover sumptuous landscapes and exceptional cities during a 12-day cruise between Portugal and Spain. Be inspired by this unforgettable journey aboard Le Champlain as you visit major cities of the Iberian Peninsula.

Throughout your journey, you will benefit from an excursion included per person per port of call, to choose from a selection offered by PONANT. During this cruise, discover the Sagres fort, near Lagos; attend a cavalcade at a finca in Cartagena; or go to a flamenco show in Cadiz. The diversity of experiences on offer promises you intense and varied moments.

Leaving from the bustling capital of Catalonia, Barcelona, you will sail west to reach the mythical Balearic Islands archipelago. On the preserved island of Menorca, Mahon will charm you with its age-old history and its port, which, at 6 kilometres (3.7 miles) long, is the biggest in the Mediterranean. A little further on, Ibiza, the “White Island” will enchant you with its wild coves and villages of white fincas, a natural beauty that has earned the status of UNESCO World Heritage Site.

In Valencia, a lively city brimming with culture, do not miss the Silk Exchange, a flamboyant Gothic masterpiece listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, illustrating how powerful this mercantile city was in the 15th and 16th centuries.

You will arrive in Cartagena, a former Roman colony where there is still a majestic amphitheatre. As you roam the city, you will discover the many monuments reflecting its numerous influences and rich history.

After a port of call in Motril, at the foot of the Sierra de Lújar, Le Champlain will sail for Malaga, the cultural capital of the Costa del Sol. To the heart of the old town, its history can be read in its buildings, in particular the 10th century castle built by the Moors. You will also have the possibility of strolling through the picturesque town of Ronda and discovering its famous Puente Nuevo. Then, you will discover Cadiz, one of the country’s oldest cities, built on a rock and surrounded by the sea.

Your exploration continues in the Algarve region at the country’s southern tip. Bewitching Lagos stands proud like a fortress in hues of ochre and orange, bordered by the turquoise waters of the Atlantic Ocean. In this town of nature and culture, stroll in the paved small streets of the historic centre whose Moorish and Portuguese influences create a delightful blend. Further north, you will arrive in Lisbon, sitting on the Tagus River, distilling its one-of-a-kind charm imbued with rich history. In Figueira da Foz, at the mouth of the Mondego River, you will love the slow pace of this historic seaside resort and its beaches of white sand.

Your cruise will end in Leixoes, one of Portugal’s largest maritime ports, not far from Porto.
Sailing Dates
06 May 2026
Pricing
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Cruise Itinerary
Date Port Arrive Depart
6 May 2026 Barcelona, Spain 6:00 PM
7 May 2026 Mahon, Menorca. SP 12:00 PM 9:30 PM
8 May 2026 Ibiza, Spain 12:00 PM 10:00 PM
9 May 2026 Valencia, Spain 7:30 AM 10:00 PM
10 May 2026 Cartagena, Spain 12:00 PM 7:00 PM
11 May 2026 Motril, Spain 8:00 AM 2:00 PM
12 May 2026 Malaga, Spain 7:00 AM 11:00 PM
13 May 2026 Cadiz, Spain 1:30 PM 9:00 PM
14 May 2026 Lagos, Portugal 7:00 AM 2:00 PM
15 May 2026 Lisbon, Portugal 7:00 AM 7:30 PM
16 May 2026 Figuera da Foz, Portugal 7:30 AM 11:00 PM
17 May 2026 Leixoes, Portugal 9:00 AM
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.

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