Western Mediterranean and Portugal Cruise — Norwegian Dawn, 8 Nights

About Western Mediterranean and Portugal Cruise — Norwegian Dawn, 8 Nights

An 8 Nights 9 Days Western Mediterranean and Portugal cruise aboard the Norwegian Dawn. Fly from Istanbul with Turkish Airlines and board the ship at the Port of Barcelona. The ship calls at Barcelona, Palma de Mallorca, Alicante, Motril, Gibraltar, Seville, Portimão and Lisbon in that order. Itinerary summary: Day 1 Istanbul – Barcelona; Day 2 Palma de Mallorca; Day 3 Alicante; Day 4 Motril; Day 5 Gibraltar; Day 6 Seville; Day 7 Portimão; Day 8 Lisbon; Day 9 Lisbon – Istanbul. Cabin options: Inside Promo, Oceanview Window, Standard Balcony. The cabin supplement is added based on the cabin you select when booking. Departure date: 27 October 2026. Prices start from €1.649 per person. Included: Economy-class flight ticket with Turkish Airlines from Istanbul (IST) to Barcelona (BCN) // Lisbon (LIS) to Istanbul (IST); 7 Nights 8 Days Full Board accommodation aboard the 5-Star Ncl Dawn and all onboard activities; 1 Night Bed & Breakfast Accommodation at a hotel in Lisbon; All transfers listed in the program; Airport & port taxes 800 Euro; TÜRSAB Professional Liability Insurance.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Istanbul – Barcelona

Flight from Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK1753 (08:00); upon arrival, transfer to the port of Barcelona, embarkation, and cabin check-in. Dinner and overnight on board.

Day 2 — Palma de Mallorca

The ship docks at Palma de Mallorca port at 07:00. Sightseeing around Bellver Castle and Palma Cathedral, and free time during the day. Overnight stay on board.

Day 3 — Alicante

The ship docks at the port of Alicante at 07:00. Santa Barbara Castle can be visited from this port; optional shore excursions are available. Overnight stay on board.

Day 4 — Motril

Stop at Motril port. Sightseeing around the Alhambra and free time during the day. The ship departs the port at 22:00; overnight on board.

Day 5 — Gibraltar

Stopover at Gibraltar port. Sightseeing and free time around Casemates Square during the day. The ship departs the port at 15:00; overnight stay on board.

Day 6 — Seville

The ship docks at Seville port at 07:00. Sightseeing and free time during the day around the Great Mosque and City Hall. The ship departs from the port at 19:00; overnight on board.

Day 7 — Portimão

Stop at the port of Portimão. Praia da Rocha and Ponta da Piedade can be visited from this port, and optional shore excursions are available. The ship departs at 18:00; overnight on board.

Day 8 — Lisbon

The ship docks at Lisbon port at 07:00. Sightseeing and free time around Alfama, Jerónimos Monastery, Belém Tower, and São Jorge Castle during the day. Overnight on board.

Day 9 — Lisbon – Istanbul

The ship arrives at Lisbon port at 23:30; disembarkation after breakfast. Transfer to the airport and return to Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK1760.

Places to Visit

What’s Included

What’s Not Included

Frequently Asked Questions

How many days does the Western Mediterranean and Portugal cruise with Norwegian Dawn last?

The tour is 8 nights and 9 days.

Which ports does the ship visit?

In order: Barcelona, Palma de Mallorca, Alicante, Motril, Gibraltar, Seville, Portimão, Lisbon.

Which ship operates this tour?

Aboard the Norwegian Dawn ship.

Where is the departure, and how is the transportation?

Fly from Istanbul to the port of Barcelona with Turkish Airlines and board the ship there; return is also by plane.

What are the departure dates and how much does it cost?

Departure dates: 27 October 2026. Prices start from €1,649 per person.

What cabin types are available?

Interior Promo (base price), Ocean View Window (+€150), Standard Balcony (+€350). The difference is per person.

What is included in the price?

Economy-class airfare with Turkish Airlines between Istanbul (IST) – Barcelona (BCN) // Lisbon (LIS) – Istanbul (IST); 7 Nights 8 Days Full Board accommodation aboard the 5-star NCL Dawn, including all onboard activities; 1 night Bed & Breakfast accommodation at a hotel in Lisbon; All transfers specified in the itinerary; Airport & port taxes 800 Euro; TÜRSAB Professional Liability Insurance; Turkish-speaking guide service (if the group consists of 25 people).

What is not included in the price?

Healthcare services; gratuities for the ship's service staff (20 Usd per person per night); beauty center and SPA area; all drinks onboard; personal expenses (Internet, dry cleaning, telephone, etc.); Schengen visa fee (multiple-entry); international departure fee; domestic connecting flights.

Is a visa required?

Since the itinerary calls at ports in the Schengen area, Turkish citizens travelling with an ordinary (burgundy) passport are required to obtain a Schengen visa. As the ship leaves the Schengen area and re-enters, the visa must be multiple-entry.

Is there a Turkish-speaking guide?

Yes, Turkish-speaking tour leader service is included in the price.