Cádiz, Spain, to Lisbon, Portugal

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Let The Moana be your guide as you spend seven delightful nights immersing yourself in the history and culture of Portugal and Southern Spain. The stage is set with a departure from Cádiz, Spain’s oldest continuously inhabited city, and arguably the oldest in Europe. As we continue through the Mediterranean and pass the Strait of Gibraltar, you’ll begin to fe...

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Overview

Trip type
Small Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Málaga is an art and architecture lover’s dream. Spend hours in the Museo Picasso, admire 15th century Moorish architecture, and visit the ruins of a fine Roman theater.
    • Don’t forget your camera when we visit the Rock of Gibraltar, one of the world’s most well known landmarks and a must-see for lovers of history and geology.
    • Be the first to experience a new port for The Moana, the fishing-village-turned-resort-town of Cascais, with its 16th-century fortress, maritime history museum, and beautiful beaches.

What's this trip about?

    Let The Moana be your guide as you spend seven delightful nights immersing yourself in the history and culture of Portugal and Southern Spain. The stage is set with a departure from Cádiz, Spain’s oldest continuously inhabited city, and arguably the oldest in Europe. As we continue through the Mediterranean and pass the Strait of Gibraltar, you’ll begin to feel like you’re brushing shoulders with some of history’s greats, like Christopher Columbus and Pablo Picasso.

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Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityCádiz
End CityLisbon

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural
  • Small Ship Cruise

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Spain
  • Portugal

Attractions

  • Cádiz
  • Lisbon

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • History
  • Nature
  • Ruins & Archaeology

Trip includes

    • Luxury small ship experience
    • Small, intimate ports of call
    • Complimentary beverages, including select wines and spirits
    • All shipboard meals
    • Complimentary room service
    • Onboard gratuities for room stewards and dining staff

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Itinerary

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Day 1: Embark the m/v Tere Moana in Cádiz Spain

The Andalucían city of Cádiz paints a beautiful picture, with its waterfront location, ancient architecture, and elegant boulevards. Spend the day exploring the oldest continuously inhabited city in Spain, perhaps by visiting the old town’s historic fortress or some of the city’s famous cathedrals, which are brimming with artwork.

Day 2: Cádiz, Spain

The Andalucían city of Cádiz paints a beautiful picture, with its waterfront location, ancient architecture, and elegant boulevards. Spend the day exploring the oldest continuously inhabited city in Spain, perhaps by visiting the old town’s historic fortress or some of the city’s famous cathedrals, which are brimming with artwork.

Day 3: Motril, Spain

The seaside resort town of Motril has something for everyone, including unique Arab-Spanish architecture, excellent shopping, rave-worthy dining, and a charming historic corner. The sunny beaches are also worth a visit if you’re craving relaxation.

Day 4: Málaga, Spain

Sunny Málaga is a delightful getaway for travelers of all types. Explore the Museo Picasso to view masterpieces from the artist, who was born here. Explore Alcazaba, a 15th-century Moorish fortress. Marvel at the ruins of a Roman theater. Or, just soak up some rays—Málaga gets 320 sunny days a year.

Day 5: Gibraltar, British Territory

Today, The Moana visits famous Gibraltar, the “Meeting Place of the Continents.” At just 2.25 square miles and rising to a height of roughly 1,400 feet, this famous landmark is just eight nautical miles off the northern coast of Africa and is inhabited by the Barbary apes.

Day 6: Portimão, Portugal

The sunny Algarve region is a charming getaway, with colorful architecture, excellent shopping, and an abundance of restaurants and cafes that are the perfect places to while away warm afternoon. Sink your toes in the sand of Praia da Rocha beach, just around the corner from the marina where we’ll dock.

Day 7: Cascais, Portugal

Feel like a king or queen in Cascais, which has been a popular getaway spot for European royalty since 1870. While the beaches are beautiful, the history of this fishing village is what really makes it special. Learn about the city’s maritime history at the Museum of the Sea, view the incredible artwork inside the town’s oldest churches, and check out the 16th-century fortress. 

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Last Updated: 2/23/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Owned by Pacific Beachcomber S.C., the leader in French Polynesia luxury destination resorts, Paul Gauguin Cruises operates the award-winning luxury cruise ship, the m/s Paul Gauguin, providing a luxury cruise experience tailored to the unparalleled wonders of Tahiti, the South Pacific, and Fiji. A second small luxury ship, the m/vTere Moana, began sailing under the Paul Gauguin Cruises banner in December 2012.

The renowned, 5+-star m/s Paul Gauguin was built specifically to sail the waters of Tahiti, French Polynesia and the South Pacific. Launched in 1998, The Gauguin is the longest continually operating year-round luxury cruise ship in the South Pacific. No other luxury ship in history has offered this level of single-destination focus and expertise on a year-round basis for such an extended period of time.

Like The Gauguin, The Moana specializes in warm-weather destinations, with an emphasis on delivering unique itineraries that larger ships cannot offer and exploring hidden ports throughout these regions. The ship sails during the summer months in Europe and winter in the Caribbean and Latin America.

With over 25 years of experience in the French Polynesian tourism market, Pacific Beachcomber is the country's largest luxury hotel and cruise operator in the region. In addition to The Moana and The Gauguin, Pacific Beachcomber operates five award-winning hotels. Sustainable development is the keynote of Pacific Beachcomber's projects, whose resorts are all Green Globe certified. Pacific Beachcomber’s next resort project is The Brando, a luxury eco-resort which opened July 1, 2014.

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Ship & cabin information
m/v Tere Moana
Paul Gauguin Cruises’ Moana makes her home in some of the world’s most beautiful destinations, offering travelers unique itineraries with stops that are simply inaccessible to larger cruise ships. If you would like to sail on this special ship, there are only a few remaining voyages left aboard The Moana in Europe, the Caribbean and Latin America. Two transatlantic crossings are also available aboard our luxury cruise line. Accommodating just 88 guests, The Moana offers award-winning, exceptional service onboard that simply can’t be matched. Aboard The Moana’s luxury cruises, guests enjoy spacious staterooms, two restaurants, and an indulgent spa, amount other deluxe amenities.
Capacity: 88 guests Crew: 62/International Crew-to-Guest Ratio: 1:1.5, one of the highest of any luxury cruise ship Officers: European and International Registry: Bahamas Shipyard: Alstom de Roux (St. Malo, France) Length: 330 feet Width: 46 feet Draft: 11.5 feet
Deck: 8 Balcony Stateroom Category A — Deck FIVE Balcony Stateroom: 298 sq. ft. Stateroom: 205 sq. ft. Veranda: 93 sq. ft. Bathroom includes a shower only. Window Stateroom Category B — Deck Four Staterooms 401 and 403-419 are 194 sq. ft. Staterooms 410 and 411 can accommodate a third guest in a sofa bed. Bathroom includes a shower only. Window Stateroom Category C – Deck Three Staterooms 302-319 are 194 sq. ft. Stateroom 301 is slightly smaller in size at 161 sq. ft. Stateroom 402 is considered a Category C stateroom due to its 161 sq. ft. size. Staterooms 308, 309, and 311 can accommodate a third guest in a sofa bed. Bathroom includes a shower only.
Cancellation policy

The following cancellation charges will apply to any cancellation by guests:

Date of Cancellation Charge

121 days or more prior to Departure Date is Administrative Fee of $100 per person

120 – 91 Days Prior to Departure Date will be 10% of Full Fare per person

90 – 61 Days Prior to Departure Date is 20% of Full Fare per person

60 – 31 Days Prior to Departure Date is 50% of Full Fare per person

30 – 0 Days Prior to Departure Date will be 100% of Full Fare per person

For this purpose, “Departure Date” means the date the sea, air/sea or air/sea/land program first departs and “Full Fare” means the full cost of any cruise, hotel or air component purchased from PGS. Some components may have different refund and/or cancellation policies and penalties and, if so, these will explained at time of booking.

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Extend your Stay

Lisbon:

The departure point for Portuguese explorers during the 15th century’s “Age of Discovery,” Lisbon is the westernmost capital city in Europe,and one of the most beautiful capitals on the continent. It is also one of the oldest cities in the world, with a fascinating historic center. It would be a shame not to spend time delving into the many treasures of the Portuguese capital.

Paul Gauguin Cruises is pleased to offer accommodations at the Tivoli Lisboa Hotel before or after your cruise. Located in the heart of the city and featuring sweeping city views, this Deluxe hotel boasts gourmet dining, a sky bar, fitness center, outdoor swimming pool, and luxurious spa, as well as easy access to the beach, shopping, and some of Lisbon’s best golf courses.

1 Night:  $185

2 Nights:  $300

Extra Night:  $115

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