Iberian Silk Route – Lisbon, Cadiz & Malaga

About this cruise

No complicated itinerary, no back-to-back transfers, just the ports, the ship, and the sea in between. This 6-night sailing from Barcelona on September 28, 2026 visits Cádiz, Lisbon, Gibraltar and Málaga. Last stop: Málaga. There's a nice rhythm here: explore a port, recover at sea, do it again. You never feel rushed or restless. Crossing 3 borders through the Western Mediterranean: Spain, Portugal and United Kingdom. You'll notice the culture shift at every stop. Of the stops, Málaga tends to be the one people talk about: Picasso's birthplace on the Costa del Sol. Roughly 8 hours per stop. More of a sampler than a deep dive. At 132,500 gross tons, Costa Diadema is big enough that you can find a quiet corner or a crowd, depending on your mood. Families and groups will find plenty to do: waterslides, shows, multiple pools, and something for every age. The autumn timing is underrated too. Good weather, calmer seas, and a more relaxed ship. Sometimes the best trips are the ones you just go ahead and book.