Spain Archaeology Cruises

Set sail on a 14-day cruise from Lisbon to Porto aboard the Scenic Azure, exploring historic sites, indulging in local cuisine, and enjoying curated excursions. Experience the beauty of the Douro River, visit charming villages, and conclude with a classical concert and evening cruise in Porto.

Sail from Lisbon to the Canary Islands on a 14-day Mediterranean and Atlantic voyage aboard Le Champlain, exploring iconic cities and scenic coastlines. Discover cultural gems in Spain, Morocco, and Portugal. Visit Lisbon, Cadiz, Tangier, Casablanca, and Madeira.

Join a 13-day coastal cruise from Lisbon to Amsterdam on the Douglas Mawson, exploring historic ports that were pivotal for early explorers and traders. Discover stunning views, medieval streets, and the rich maritime history along the Atlantic shoreline.

Explore a 12-day Mediterranean journey from Tarragona to Valletta aboard Le Bougainville, visiting Mahon, Cagliari, Tunis, Trapani, Palermo, Reggio di Calabria, Catania and Syracuse. Discover Roman, Phoenician, Greek, Arab, Norman and Baroque heritage across Spain, Tunisia and Italy, with a day at sea to enjoy onboard facilities and activities.

Embark on a 12-day cruise from Barcelona to Malta aboard L’Austral. Enjoy culinary and cultural experiences with an included excursion per port. Highlights include Menorca, Alghero, Cagliari, Trapani, Palermo, Lipari, Catania, Syracuse, Gozo, and ending in Valletta.

Discover Italy, France, and Spain on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Boreal. Travel from Barcelona to Livorno, calling at Sete, Marseille, Nice, Portofino, and Porto Venere. Explore medieval towns, Riviera ports, Tuscany landmarks, coastal villages, and cultural treasures across the Mediterranean.

Set sail from Las Palmas across the Canary Islands and Madeira on an 11-day cruise aboard World Navigator. Explore Santa Cruz de La Palma, Funchal, Porto Santo, Tenerife, El Hierro, La Gomera, and Lanzarote. This voyage combines diverse landscapes, rich culture, and exploration across multiple Atlantic destinations.

This 9-day Southern France and Italian Riviera cruise with Smithsonian Journeys sails from Barcelona to Civitavecchia on the Le Champlain. Explore the rich history and culture of the fabled lands on the northern shores of the Mediterranean Sea.

Aboard the Emerald Radiance to travel to the Douro, and immerse yourself in real Lisbon. Navigate away across Portugal's countryside to reach vineyards and famous sites after leaving Porto's city limits. A fresh viewpoint on the Douro is offered by the viticulture in Pinho, the UNESCO World Heritage monuments in Salamanca, and the paddling adventures in Pocinho.

Discover northern Portugal and western Spain on this 8-day Porto roundtrip cruise aboard S.S. São Gabriel. Visit Porto, Régua, Lamego, Castelo Rodrigo, Salamanca, Pinhão and Guimaraes. Tour historic centers, see prehistoric rock art, explore wine estates and sample regional food and Port wine along the Douro River.

Set sail on a 10-day cruise from Malaga to Valletta, visiting historic sites like Almeria's Alcazaba and Ibiza's Dalt Vila. Enjoy rich cultures, stunning landscapes, and Mediterranean cuisine aboard the Star Flyer.

Experience an 11-day cruise from Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to Lisbon aboard Le Lyrial. Explore the Canary Islands, Madeira, Casablanca and Portugal through historic cities, volcanic landscapes, coastal scenery and local culture. Enjoy enriching days at sea and included excursions that reveal each destination's distinctive character.