Spain, Portugal, and Morocco – Atlantic Horizons
National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions · National Geographic Orion · 12 days

Day 1: Arrive in Barcelona and transfer to a shared hospitality space. This afternoon, explore the city at your own pace, enjoying its architectural masterpieces, the lively street rhythms of Las Ramblas, or the beautiful views atop Montjuic. Embark the ship in the late afternoon and set off on your journey. Day 2: The ship anchors near the city of Castellón on mainland Spain. From here, enjoy water activities in the Columbretes Islands, an archipelago 30 miles off the coast. The islands are a haven for wildlife, offering opportunities to observe endemic species such as Audouin's gull, Eleonora's falcon, and Scopoli's shearwater. Day 3: Begin your journey through Valencia with a visit to…
The sailing, in facts
| Operator | National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions |
|---|---|
| Ship | National Geographic Orion |
| Length | 12 days |
| Region | Mediterranean |
| Departures | 1 listed · 2027-06-25 to 2027-06-25 |
Day by day
| Day | Where |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Barcelona, Spain |
| Day 2 | Castellon de la Plana, Spain |
| Day 2 | Columbretes Islands, Spain, Spain |
| Day 2 | Castellon de la Plana, Spain |
| Day 3 | Valencia, Spain |
| Day 4 | Cartagena, Spain |
| Day 5 | Málaga, Spain |
| Day 6 | Tangier, Morocco |
| Day 7 | Algarve, Portugal |
| Day 8 | Lisbon, Portugal |
| Days 9–11 | Day-at-Sea |
| Days 12–13 | Ponta Delgada, Portugal |
Every departure
| Departs | Returns | Days | Ship | Offer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027-06-25 | 2027-07-07 | 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
Supplier offers, from the Virtuoso promotions feed. They stack with the advisor benefits on the booking rather than replacing them — how that works.
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