cruises leaving from lisbon
cruises leaving from lisbon
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Here are popular cruise options departing from Lisbon, including river, Mediterranean, and transatlantic voyages:
????️ River Cruises on the Douro
- Avalon Waterways and AmaWaterways offer 7–10 night scenic voyages from Lisbon along the Douro River—passing through Porto, Peso da Régua, Pinhão, often with extra nights in Lisbon or Porto
- A relaxing way to explore Portugal’s wine country with comfortable small ships and frequent cultural stops.
???? Mediterranean & Western Europe Voyages
Mainstream cruise lines (MSC, NCL, Costa, Holland America, Azamara, Seabourn, etc.) sail 4–12 night trips from Lisbon to Spain, France, Italy, Morocco, and beyond:
cruises leaving from lisbon
- Example:MSC Musica runs a 5-night Mediterranean cruise: Lisbon → Alicante → Menorca → Olbia → Genoa, from about $619 pp Pacifica offers a 5-night trek Lisbon → Cádiz → Barcelona → Marseille → Savona, starting ~$490 pp Scarlet Lady (Virgin Voyages) sails 5 nights Lisbon → Porto → La Coruña → Portsmouth, starting around $895 pp
- Larger lines like Holland America’s Oosterdam offer 7-night Western Mediterranean routes via Gibraltar, Malaga, Valencia, and Barcelona, from about $1,110 pp
- Silver Spirit (Silversea) luxury cruise for 4 nights to Northern Spain (La Coruña, Gijón, Bilbao), starting ~$2,300 pp
???? Transatlantic & Extended Journeys
- 12–15 night transatlantic and South America voyages: e.g. Celebrity Cruises Lisbon → Rio → Buenos Aires departing in Nov 2025; also Oceania Cruises offers Lisbon→New York crossings (e.g. 14-night “Cosmopolitan Crossing”)
- Ocean-to-Africa repositioning cruises to Cape Town or Caribbean via Portugal and Atlantic islands (e.g. Seven Seas, Crystal, Azamara) .
???? Tips & Travel Advice
- Lisbon is the main ocean cruise port in mainland Portugal (river cruises go via Porto/Coimbra/Douro)
- Cruise terminals in Lisbon are near public transport. A metro station within ~30 m of the terminal gives easy access to Belém, Alfama, Baixa neighborhoods Staying in a pre-cruise hotel near Alfama or Baixa is ideal; Santiago de Alfama is a favorite for atmosphere and mixology
???? Choose What Fits You Best
| Cruise Type | Duration | Typical Route Examples | Price Range (pp) |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Douro | 7–10 nights | Lisbon ↔ Porto ↔ Douro Valley | Mid-range to luxury |
| Short Ocean Cruise | 4–7 nights | Lisbon → Spain, France, Italy | $490–$1,200 |
| Luxury Ocean | 4–7 nights | Northern Spain (Silversea) | ~$2,300 |
| Transatlantic/Extended | 12–29 nights | Lisbon → Americas, Africa, transcontinental routes | $1,200–$16,000+ |
✅ What to Do Next
- Pick your cruise type – river, short ocean cruise, luxury, or an extended journey.
- Decide on duration & destinations – e.g., Douro valley, Mediterranean stops, transatlantic adventure.
- Compare pricing & inclusions – like meals, drinks, excursions, and cabin type.
- Book early – especially for off-season deals in March/October
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