
18 nightsFrom Ijmuiden (for Amsterdam)14 ports of call
Ijmuiden (Amsterdam) to Barcelona
Crystal Cruises · Crystal Serenity
Overview
A 18-night voyage aboard Crystal Serenity, departing Ijmuiden (for Amsterdam) on 3 Aug 2026 and arriving in Barcelona, calling at 14 destinations along the way.
Ijmuiden (for Amsterdam)St Malo, FranceBrestLorientBilbaoLa Coruna, SpainOporto(Porto), PortugalLisbonCadizMalagaCartagena, SpainAlicanteValenciaBarcelona
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Itinerary
18 nights · 19 ports of call- 1
Day 1 ·IjmuidenEmbark
3 Aug 2026Depart 19:00 - 2
Day 2 ·At Sea
4 Aug 2026 - 3
Day 3 ·Saint Malo (Brittany)
5 Aug 2026Arrive 09:45Depart 21:00Within its fortified walls, this city of bustling shops, cafés and bars is home to the highest concentration of seafood restaurants in Europe. Heavily bombed during World War II, it was lovingly restored to its original splendor. The city's top destination is the citadel, from where Corsairs would raid enemy ships in the name of the King. Be sure to take a stroll atop the ramparts for magical views, and save time for a journey to the medieval Mont St-Michel abbey. - 4
Day 4 ·Brest, France
6 Aug 2026Arrive 09:00Depart 18:30Brest is a port city in the Finistère département in Brittany. Located in a sheltered bay not far from the western tip of the peninsula, and the western extremity . - 5
Day 5 ·Lorient, France
7 Aug 2026Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00This seaside gem in the south of Brittany’s Riviera holds abundant maritime heritage, from an indestructible – and explorable – World War II Nazi submarine to the latest high-tech developments in yacht racing at the Cité de la Voile. Throughout the lovely town, you’ll find vestiges of conquests of India and the East Indies, as the French East India Company was based here, where peaceful beaches and sun-soaked promenades rule the landscape. - 6
Day 6 ·Montoir de Bretagne
8 Aug 2026Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00 - 7
Day 7 ·Bilbao, Spain
9 Aug 2026Arrive 07:00Home to Frank Gehry’s Guggenheim Museum, this bustling city epitomizes the merger of modernity and history. Gateway to the Cantabrico Sea from the plateau of Castilla, Bilbao has flourished from the middle ages as a busy port. Today, the city is renowned for its vital exuberance, as modern architects erect new buildings next to 19th-century structures. - 8
Day 8 ·Bilbao, Spain
10 Aug 2026Depart 18:00Home to Frank Gehry’s Guggenheim Museum, this bustling city epitomizes the merger of modernity and history. Gateway to the Cantabrico Sea from the plateau of Castilla, Bilbao has flourished from the middle ages as a busy port. Today, the city is renowned for its vital exuberance, as modern architects erect new buildings next to 19th-century structures. - 9
Day 9 ·La Coruna, Spain
11 Aug 2026Arrive 07:00Depart 19:00Legend holds that Hercules founded this city of Romanesque squares and medieval churches, and indeed, its Tower of Hercules is one of La Coruña's most enduring symbols. Steeped in beauty, the city is renowned for its gardens, including the Jardines de Méndez Núñez, located in the center of the Pescaderia, and the Jardine de San Carlos in the Old City. Visit the Museo Arqueologico e Historico for exceptional views, and see the elaborately carved door on the church of Calle de Santa Maria. - 10
Day 10 ·At Sea
12 Aug 2026 - 11
Day 11 ·Oporto (Leixões)
13 Aug 2026Arrive 07:00Depart 17:00Oporto brings together the best of Portugal: warm sunshine, a relaxed riverside setting, grand churches, winding medieval streets, and courtyards filled with geraniums. Perhaps what Oporto is most famous for, however, is its port wine. Crafted in the neighboring Vila Nova da Gaia district, ports from all over the region can be sampled in the lodges just across the river. Wander through historic Ribeira, the recently restored riverside district and UNESCO World Heritage Site. - 12
Day 12 ·Lisbon, Portugal
14 Aug 2026Arrive 07:00Discover the world’s last colonial empire, turned bustling cosmopolitan city. Lisbon has dozens of Moorish castles, pastel buildings, and white sand beaches to explore. This Atlantic-coast city perfectly encapsulates Mediterranean charm with its wine, food, and architecture. - 13
Day 13 ·At Sea
15 Aug 2026 - 14
Day 14 ·Cadiz, Spain
16 Aug 2026Arrive 07:00Depart 19:00Get lost in the Western world’s oldest continuously inhabited city. Cádiz continues to charm travelers today with its romantic El Pópulo and Santa María districts, fresh seafood, and the Puertas de Tierra which divides the city into old and new. In Seville, stroll through the ancient city center or see a flamenco show followed by tapas and a glass of delicious wine or sherry. - 15
Day 15 ·Malaga (Costa Del Sol)
17 Aug 2026Arrive 08:00Depart 19:00See the wealth of historical treasures found in the coastal city of Màlaga. Once a major trading port, Màlaga has an eclectic mix of sites influenced by the Phoenicians, the Moors, and the Spanish. - 16
Day 16 ·Cartagena (Murcia)
18 Aug 2026Arrive 09:00Depart 23:00From its ancient natural harbor where Phoenicians would trade to its Roman Empire heyday when it was known as the New Carthage, Cartagena’s enviable position on the Mediterranean has long made it one of the most important ports in Spain. The country’s Naval Headquarters is here, as are Dockyard Gate and Midshipman School. Discover ancient Roman ruins and Modernista buildings, the magnificent Concepcion Castle and a stunning City Hall. - 17
Day 17 ·Alicante, Spain
19 Aug 2026Arrive 08:00Depart 18:00Drenched in year-round sunshine, this beach-loving town boasts one of Spain’s best, San Juan Beach. Sprinkled throughout its Old Town are colorful houses, winding alleyways and a beautiful Renaissance church, while a trek up Mount Benacantil leads to the medieval ruins Castle of Santa Bárabara affording spectacular views of the Mediterranean and surrounding landscape. Closer to shore, the Explanada de Espana is perfect for a stroll overlooking the sea. - 18
Day 18 ·Valencia, Spain
20 Aug 2026Arrive 07:00Depart 17:00Sunbathe in one of Spain’s most exhilarating cities. Valencia is vibrant town with dynamic nightlife, outdoor activities and sports, and its mezcla of architectural wonders. In Old Town, see everything from a 15th-century palaces, to recent wonders of modern art. - 19
Day 19 ·Barcelona, SpainDisembark
21 Aug 2026Arrive 07:00Barcelona’s seaside beauty, sprawling beaches, eclectic architecture, world-class tapas and Tempranillo are all reasons to fall in love with the city of Gaudí. Indeed, the treasures here are many and diverse, captivating travelers and experts alike. In fact, nine important sites in the city, seven designed by the famed architect himself, have earned the acclaim of UNESCO.
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