Azores to Barcelona – A Special Solar Eclipse Voyage
National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions · National Geographic Orion · 12 days
Day 1: Arrive in Ponta Delgada, the capital of the Azores. Transfer from the airport to the city, and spend the day at leisure, wandering the cobblestone streets and soaking in the island's unique blend of Portuguese and Atlantic culture. Later this afternoon, embark National Geographic Orion. Day 2: Venture into the lush Furnas Valley and enjoy a traditional Azorean specialty for lunch: cozido, a hearty stew of meats and vegetables slow-cooked underground by volcanic steam. Weather permitting, set out with local spotters on a catamaran in search of cetaceans. Day 3: Spend time relaxing at sea as the ship sails toward Morocco. Join the officers on the Bridge to learn about navigating the…
The sailing, in facts
| Operator | National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions |
|---|---|
| Ship | National Geographic Orion |
| Length | 12 days |
| Region | Mediterranean |
| Departures | 1 listed · 2027-07-28 to 2027-07-28 |
Day by day
| Day | Where |
|---|---|
| Days 1–2 | Ponta Delgada, Portugal |
| Days 3–5 | Day-at-Sea |
| Days 6–7 | Tangier, Morocco |
| Day 8 | Málaga, Spain |
| Day 9 | Motril, Spain |
| Day 9 | Frigiliana, Spain |
| Day 9 | Nerja, Spain |
| Day 9 | Granada, Spain |
| Day 9 | Motril, Spain |
| Day 10 | Cartagena, Spain |
| Day 11 | Valencia, Spain |
| Day 12 | Castellon de la Plana, Spain |
| Day 12 | Columbretes Islands, Spain, Spain |
| Day 12 | Castellon de la Plana, Spain |
| Day 13 | Barcelona, Spain |
Every departure
| Departs | Returns | Days | Ship | Offer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027-07-28 | 2027-08-09 | 12 | National Geographic Orion | Yes |
Current offers
- 50% Reduced Deposit — Valid for Travel 01 Oct 2026 - 31 Dec 2027
- 5% Savings on Groups of 8 or more — Valid for Travel Now Through 24 Aug 2029
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