From Medina to Alfama: Casablanca to Lisbon
Sail from Africa to Europe on an extraordinary eight-night voyage aboard the exclusively chartered, deluxe World Voyager. Following storied trade routes that once linked ancient empires, travel from Casablanca to Lisbon while exploring historically rich and culturally vibrant ports in Morocco, Spain, Gibraltar and Portugal. Along the way, visit iconic religious and historic sites, wander lively souks and old quarters, and trace the maritime legacy that shaped both continents, with optional extensions in Marrakech and Lisbon for even deeper exploration.
Tour Highlights
- Cruise for eight nights aboard the deluxe, exclusively chartered World Voyager, following historic sea routes between North Africa and the Iberian Peninsula.
- Begin in Casablanca with a visit to the breathtaking Hassan II Mosque, admired for its oceanfront setting, intricate tilework and superb Moroccan craftsmanship.
- Walk the vibrant souks and streets of Tangier, then travel to Rabat to uncover the layered history of Morocco’s capital, from medieval monuments to modern boulevards.
- Call at Gibraltar to stand atop the iconic Rock, known in antiquity as one of the Pillars of Hercules, encounter Barbary apes and explore the dramatic formations of St. Michael’s Cave.
- Continue to Spain for an excursion to Seville, visiting its majestic cathedral and taking in the city’s grand plazas, winding lanes and rich artistic heritage.
- Sail on to Portugal to explore Lagos and Portimão, coastal towns whose harbors, fortifications and old quarters recall the height of Portuguese exploration.
- Enjoy a variety of included excursions that highlight the cultural, religious and maritime significance of these interconnected ports.
- Enhance your journey with optional pre- or post-cruise extensions in Marrakech and Lisbon, adding further context to this educational and culturally focused route across two continents.
Itinerary at a Glance
Day 1: Depart from home
Day 2: Casablanca, Morocco
Day 3: Casablanca • Rabat, Morocco
Day 4: Tangier, Morocco
Day 5: Malaga, Spain
Day 6: Gibraltar, United Kingdom
Day 7: Day at Sea • Seville, Spain
Day 8: Seville, Spain
Day 9: Portimão • Lagos, Portugal
Day 10: Depart for home from Lisbon, Portugal
Operator
Gohagan & Company
Day 2: Casablanca, Morocco
Day 3: Casablanca • Rabat, Morocco
Day 4: Tangier, Morocco
Day 5: Malaga, Spain
Day 6: Gibraltar, United Kingdom
Day 7: Day at Sea • Seville, Spain
Day 8: Seville, Spain
Day 9: Portimão • Lagos, Portugal
Day 10: Depart for home from Lisbon, Portugal
Operator
Gohagan & Company