--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 807a423b-8d3b-4734-af2f-988f7e10c521 slug: 2280002 voyage_code: None cruise_line: Marella Cruises ship: Marella Explorer 2 departure_date: return_date: nights: 7 embarkation_port: Malaga, Spain disembarkation_port: Malaga, Spain starting_price_usd: None bookable: false last_updated: 2026-05-04T21:44:47Z --- # Iberian Treasures > Marella Cruises · Marella Explorer 2 · Aug 25 – Sep 1, 2027   (7 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Marella Cruises | | **Ship** | Marella Explorer 2 | | **Duration** | 7 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Malaga, Spain | | **Disembarkation Port** | Malaga, Spain | | **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | None | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Malaga, Spain **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 10:00 PM Looking out across the Mediterranean, Malaga overflows with an assortment of architectural treasures and Spain's prized jewel, the Alhambra Palace, is within easy striking distance. Andalucia's second largest city, Malaga, is a bustling port on Spain's sunny Costa del Sol. Standing on a hillside overlooking the city is the 8th-century ‘Alcazaba', an impressive Moorish fortress. Malaga's cathedral is affectionately known as ‘La Manquita', meaning ‘the onearmed one' owing to its half-built tower, ... ### Day 2: Tangier **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM An extravagant tapestry of ancient mosques, colourful souks and friendly faces, Tangier is a magical slice of Morocco. Once the preferred party playground of the rich and famous, it's still one of North Africa's most vibrant cities....... ### Day 3: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 4: Porto **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 04:00 PM It’s hard not to be wooed by Porto. Portugal’s second largest city is a World Heritage Site that won the grand title European Capital of Culture in the early noughties. A great blend of commercial character and traditional charm, its atmospheric old streets are a topsy-turvy maze stumbling steeply down to a Medieval waterfront. Thankfully there’s a tram system though, so getting around is a piece of cake....... ### Day 5: Lisbon, Portugal **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 04:00 PM The capital of Portugal on the banks of the broad River Tagus is as eclectic as it is exciting, with countless places to visit and enjoy. Where can you find a freestanding cast-iron elevator designed by Eiffel, a clutch of trams climbing impossible gradients, and a history lesson in tiles covering the exterior walls of a castle? Only in Lisbon where even a walk around the streets, some rebuilt to a grid-plan after an earthquake in 1755, others tiny, steep and stepped, is a fascinating journey... ### Day 6: Cadiz, Spain **Arrives:** 01:00 PM · **Departs:** 10:00 PM From the splendour of its sheltered inner harbour to streets full of Moorish relics, Cadiz is the perfect introduction to the real beauty of Spain. Whether you want to see medieval walls built on Roman foundations or wander through designer stores filled with the latest European fashions, Cadiz is for you. Wander past churches built with the wealth Spanish conquistadors cnatched from the New World - including the cathedral where the treasury contains a monstrance said to be adorned with a mi... ### Day 7: Gibraltar **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Gibraltar is only two miles long. This, its duty-free shops and sunshine record make it the perfect place to shop, explore and meet the famous Gibraltan monkeys. Inside and outside, Gibraltar offers lots of opportunities to find out what makes it so appealing. On the rock itself are attractions like the Moorish Castle, the Gibraltar Museum and the cable car ride to Europa Point with its stop to visit the families of famous Gibraltan monkeys. Inside the rock, there are more miles of road than... ### Day 8: Malaga, Spain **Arrives:** 06:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Looking out across the Mediterranean, Malaga overflows with an assortment of architectural treasures and Spain's prized jewel, the Alhambra Palace, is within easy striking distance. Andalucia's second largest city, Malaga, is a bustling port on Spain's sunny Costa del Sol. Standing on a hillside overlooking the city is the 8th-century ‘Alcazaba', an impressive Moorish fortress. Malaga's cathedral is affectionately known as ‘La Manquita', meaning ‘the onearmed one' owing to its half-built tower, ... ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Pricing | Contact for latest fares | ## Ship Information ### Marella Explorer 2 Marella Explorer 2, is joining the fleet in summer 2019. Marella Explorer is the ship’s big sister, so you can expect some similar qualities, like a range of restaurants, a Champneys Spa and Indigo – a chic bar-club-casino space. But there’s one big difference between them – Marella Explorer 2’s reserved for adults. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 1,814 | | Crew | 780 | | Gross Tonnage | 72,458.0 | | Length | 814.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 907 | ## Onboard Amenities ### Entertainment - **Indigo Club**: Fast Facts: Silent Discos Late Night Disco On Deck 12 You’ll find the club in the middle of Indigo. It flaunts a dancefloor and a DJ booth. Available... - **Squid & Anchor**: Squid & Anchor Fast Facts: Quizzes Gameshows Marella's Own Pub at Sea This pub at sea is a modern take on a traditional British watering hole. As suc... - **Flutes**: Fast Facts: Champagne and Prosecco Bar Perfect for pre-dinner drinks Press for bubbles buttons If you’re after something bubbly, Flutes is the bar fo... - **Movies by Moonlight**: Fast Facts: Classic Movies Latest Box Office Hits Movies Under the Moonlight Our open-air cinema lets you watch classic movies and the latest box off... - **Indigo Casino**: Fast Facts: Blackjack Tables Fruit Machines On Deck 12 If you’re feeling lucky, you can try out the slot machines and card tables at the Indigo Casin... ### Food and Drink - **The Coffee Port**: If you’re in need of a caffeine boost, this place will do the trick. It’s the biggest Coffee Port in our fleet, serving sweet treats courtesy of our i... - **Piccadilly's**: Fast Facts: Open for dinner Waiter service Included Piccadilly's is our brand-new British restaurant, sat in the main dining room on all ships. The m... - **Nonna's**: Fast Facts: Pasta and Pizza Options Open for lunch and dinner Included You can make your own pizza and pasta dishes from scratch at this laidback piz... - **The Dining Club**: Fast Facts: Vegetarian and vegan dishes are available Dress Code: Smart The Dining Club, tucked away on Deck 5, rustles up French contemporary food w... - **Vista**: Fast Facts: Italian Restaurant Serves Dinner Included You’ll find Vista – our resident Italian restaurant – on Deck 6, on the second floor of the shi... ### Recreational - **Pool**: The pool is split in two by a small stage in the middle, and you can look forward to daily entertainment. - **Pool bar**: Like the name suggests, this bar sits next to the pool, so it’s great for grabbing drinks and frozen cocktails. - **Minigolf**: Couples can practice putting on this nine-hole minigolf green. It’s right at the top of the ship, so it comes with great sea views. - **Photo Studio**: Pop into the studio for a professional photoshoot. You’ll also find kiosks, where you can view and buy all the photos captured by our onboard photogra... - **Scoops**: Fast Facts: For those with a sweet tooth, try S... ### Other - **Medical Centre**: If you’re not feeling well, visit the Medical Centre. You’ll be met by an English-speaking doctor, who can carry out a consultation and prescribe medi... ### Technology - **Destination Services**: If you want to find out more about our ports of call and excursions, come and chat to our Destination Services team. They’ve got guides and maps to he... - **Reception**: Reception is the place to go for any queries, currency exchange and wake-up calls. Plus, it’s open around-the-clock. - **The Navigate App**: Once you're onboard, open up your smartphone's web browser to use the Navigate App. There's no download necessary and it lets you book restaurants, se... ### Fitness - **Running track**: Get some fresh air, stretch your legs and take in the horizon views as you follow the running track, which weaves around the top deck. ### Relaxation - **The Veranda**: Cocoon chairs and Balinese beds give The Veranda its luxe feel. Plus, it's at the back of the ship, so it shows off stellar views of the horizon. - **Spa and beauty salon***: At this state-of-the-art spa you can book in for treatments, like facials, body wraps and massages, plus there’s a beauty salon. The spa doesn’t scrim... - **The 19th Hole**: Fast Facts:Themed cocktails... ## Ports of Call ### Malaga, Spain *Coordinates: 36.7213, -4.42127* Looking out across the Mediterranean, Malaga overflows with an assortment of architectural treasures and Spain's prized jewel, the Alhambra Palace, is within easy striking distance. Andalucia's second largest city, Malaga, is a bustling port on Spain's sunny Costa del Sol. Standing on a hillside overlooking the city is the 8th-century ‘Alcazaba', an impressive Moorish fortress. Malaga's cathedral ... ### Tangier *Coordinates: 37.8315, -76.0015* An extravagant tapestry of ancient mosques, colourful souks and friendly faces, Tangier is a magical slice of Morocco. Once the preferred party playground of the rich and famous, it's still one of North Africa's most vibrant cities....... ### Porto *Coordinates: 41.15, -8.61024* It’s hard not to be wooed by Porto. Portugal’s second largest city is a World Heritage Site that won the grand title European Capital of Culture in the early noughties. A great blend of commercial character and traditional charm, its atmospheric old streets are a topsy-turvy maze stumbling steeply down to a Medieval waterfront. Thankfully there’s a tram system though, so getting around is a piece ... ### Lisbon, Portugal *Coordinates: 38.7223, -9.13934* The capital of Portugal on the banks of the broad River Tagus is as eclectic as it is exciting, with countless places to visit and enjoy. Where can you find a freestanding cast-iron elevator designed by Eiffel, a clutch of trams climbing impossible gradients, and a history lesson in tiles covering the exterior walls of a castle? Only in Lisbon where even a walk around the streets, some rebuilt ... ### Cadiz, Spain *Coordinates: 36.5299, -6.29241* From the splendour of its sheltered inner harbour to streets full of Moorish relics, Cadiz is the perfect introduction to the real beauty of Spain. Whether you want to see medieval walls built on Roman foundations or wander through designer stores filled with the latest European fashions, Cadiz is for you. Wander past churches built with the wealth Spanish conquistadors cnatched from the New W... ### Gibraltar *Coordinates: 36.1408, -5.3536* Gibraltar is only two miles long. This, its duty-free shops and sunshine record make it the perfect place to shop, explore and meet the famous Gibraltan monkeys. Inside and outside, Gibraltar offers lots of opportunities to find out what makes it so appealing. On the rock itself are attractions like the Moorish Castle, the Gibraltar Museum and the cable car ride to Europa Point with its stop t... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2280002 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2280002 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2280002.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2280002/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/marella-cruises/marella-explorer-2/other/43377.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-04 21:44:47 UTC