The Mediterranean
Spain, Portugal and Morocco: Atlantic Horizons
Spain, Portugal and Morocco: Atlantic Horizons
Embark on a journey across seas and centuries, sailing from the artistic heart of Barcelona to the volcanic islands of the Azores. Along the way, encounter the ancient legacies of the Mediterranean, the Moorish traditions that shaped North Africa and Iberia, the coastal charms of Portugal and the Azores’ otherworldly beauty. Explore storied kasbahs, idyllic villages and rugged coastlines—sometimes with expert guides, other times at your own pace—and discover how centuries of history, cuisine and culture have left their mark on these storied shores.
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Voyage Overview
Embark on a journey across seas and centuries, sailing from the artistic heart of Barcelona to the volcanic islands of the Azores. Along the way, encounter the ancient legacies of the Mediterranean, the Moorish traditions that shaped North Africa and Iberia, the coastal charms of Portugal and the Azores’ otherworldly beauty. Explore storied kasbahs, idyllic villages and rugged coastlines—sometimes with expert guides, other times at your own pace—and discover how centuries of history, cuisine and culture have left their mark on these storied shores.
Highlight
- Sail the famed Strait of Gibraltar, the gateway between Africa and Europe, taking in the view from the open deck of _National Geographic Orion_
- Stroll Cartagena’s magnificent Roman Theatre, then set out on a tapas tour to sample traditional local dishes
- Experience Lisbon’s charm as you marvel at its architectural masterpieces and listen to the soulful sounds of Fado music in the Alfama, the city’s oldest neighborhood
- Wander Tangier’s labyrinthine medina and climb to the legendary kasbah
- In São Miguel, sample traditional Azorean _cozido_, cooked underground by volcanic heat, and spot cetaceans on a catamaran cruise (weather permitting)
