Norwegian Dawn itinerary map for August 16, 2026
Norwegian Dawn
Norwegian Dawn
August 16, 2026
7 Night Mediterranean: Spain & Portugal

Norwegian Dawn August 16, 2026

The Norwegian Dawn August 16, 2026 cruise departs from Barcelona, Spain. On this 7 Night Mediterranean: Spain & Portugal (Barcelona To Lisbon) sailing, the Norwegian Dawn will visit a total of 8 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Sunday, Aug 16th and returns on Sunday, Aug 23rd, 2026.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Barcelona
Spain
Port Stops
8
Sea Days
0
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Norwegian Dawn · August 16, 2026

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Average price: $1,108
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Norwegian Dawn · August 16, 2026

The Norwegian Dawn sails on August 16, 2026 for a 7 Night Mediterranean: Spain & Portugal (Barcelona To Lisbon). The ship will depart the port of Barcelona, Spain at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Lisbon, Portugal on Aug 23rd at 6:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Norwegian Dawn will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 0 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

7 Night Mediterranean: Spain & Portugal (Barcelona To Lisbon)

  • AUG16
    Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, Spain
    A: — - D: 4:00 PM
  • AUG17
    Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands
    Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 9:00 PM
  • AUG18
    Valencia, Spain
    Valencia, Spain
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • AUG19
    Motril (granada), Spain
    Motril (granada), Spain
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 11:59 PM
  • AUG20
    Gibraltar, U.K.
    Gibraltar, U.K.
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • AUG21
    Tangier, Morocco
    Tangier, Morocco
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • AUG22
    Cadiz (Seville), Spain
    Cadiz (Seville), Spain
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • AUG23
    Lisbon, Portugal
    Lisbon, Portugal
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

August 16, 2026 · 7 Night Mediterranean: Spain & Portugal (Barcelona To Lisbon)

Barcelona, Spain
Day 1•Sunday, Aug 16

Barcelona, Spain

Arrival: —•Departure: 4:00 PM

Barcelona, Spain, offers docking at Barcelona Port. Travelers explore Sagrada Familia and Park Güell. Excursions visit Montserrat Monastery. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Gaudí architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes tapas, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Catalan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Barcelona’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modernist landmarks and scenic coasts, making Barcelona an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Catalan region. (126 words)

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Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands
Day 2•Monday, Aug 17

Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 9:00 PM

Palma de Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain, offers docking at Palma Port. Travelers explore La Seu Cathedral and Bellver Castle. Excursions visit Valldemossa’s monastery. Local markets sell ensaimada. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Gothic spires and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes sobrasada, a Mallorcan favorite. Souvenirs, like pearl crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Balearic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Palma’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Palma an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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Valencia, Spain
Day 3•Tuesday, Aug 18

Valencia, Spain

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Valencia, Spain, offers docking at Valencia Port. Travelers explore City of Arts and Sciences and La Lonja. Excursions visit Albufera’s lagoon. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures futuristic architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes horchata, a Valencian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Valencian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Valencia’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern landmarks and scenic coasts, making Valencia an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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Motril (granada), Spain
Day 4•Wednesday, Aug 19

Motril (granada), Spain

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Motril, Spain, offers docking at Motril Port with excursions to Granada. Travelers explore the Alhambra’s Moorish palaces and Generalife gardens. Excursions visit Nerja’s caves. Local markets sell gazpacho. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for historic tours. Photography captures intricate tilework and Sierra Nevada views. Dining onboard includes jamón ibérico, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic tiles, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Andalusian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance palace walks. Motril’s access to Granada offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a blend of Moorish heritage, scenic landscapes, and coastal charm, making Motril an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s rich cultural and architectural treasures in Andalusia.

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Gibraltar, U.K.
Day 5•Thursday, Aug 20

Gibraltar, U.K.

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Gibraltar, U.K., offers docking at Gibraltar Port. Travelers explore Rock of Gibraltar and St. Michael’s Cave. Excursions include dolphin-watching tours. Local markets sell fish and chips. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures limestone cliffs and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes roast beef, a British favorite. Souvenirs, like monkey-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Barbary history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance rock hikes. Gibraltar’s unique charm offers a vibrant British stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and scenic straits, making Gibraltar an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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Tangier, Morocco
Day 6•Friday, Aug 21

Tangier, Morocco

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Tangier, Morocco, offers docking at Tangier Port. Travelers explore Kasbah Museum and Medina’s souks. Excursions visit Chefchaouen’s blue streets. Local markets sell tagine. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful alleys and Strait of Gibraltar vistas. Dining onboard includes couscous, a Moroccan favorite. Souvenirs, like leather crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Berber history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance medina walks. Tangier’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Moroccan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic kasbahs and bustling souks, making Tangier an engaging destination for exploring Morocco’s northern coast.

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Cadiz (Seville), Spain
Day 7•Saturday, Aug 22

Cadiz (Seville), Spain

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Cádiz (Seville), Spain, offers docking at Cádiz Port with excursions to Seville. Travelers explore Seville’s Alcázar and Cádiz’s old town. Excursions visit Jerez’s sherry bodegas. Local markets sell gazpacho. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Moorish palaces and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes jamón ibérico, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like fan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Andalusian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cádiz’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Cádiz an engaging destination. (126 words)

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Lisbon, Portugal
Day 8•Sunday, Aug 23

Lisbon, Portugal

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

Lisbon, Portugal, offers docking at Lisbon Port. Travelers explore Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery. Excursions visit Sintra’s Pena Palace. Local markets sell pastéis de nata. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Manueline architecture and Tagus River vistas. Dining onboard includes bacalhau, a Portuguese favorite. Souvenirs, like azulejo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Age of Exploration history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Lisbon’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Portuguese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic rivers, making Lisbon an engaging destination. (126 words)

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Itinerary Safety Score

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

Itinerary Safety Rank
72 / 100
safer than 72% of all cruises
72
7
/ 10
Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona
Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.
7
/ 10
Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands
Palma De Mallorc
Palma de Mallorca is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.
8
/ 10
Valencia, Spain
Valencia
Valencia is a safe cruise port with a low crime rate, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in busy areas.
7
/ 10
Motril (granada), Spain
Motril
Motril is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty crime in busy tourist areas.
8
/ 10
Gibraltar, U.K.
Gibraltar
Gibraltar is safe for travelers, with a low crime rate and strong police presence, though vigilance against petty theft is advised.
6
/ 10
Tangier, Morocco
Tangier
Travelers should remain vigilant in Tangier, especially in the medina, to avoid petty crime and harassment while exploring the city.
8
/ 10
Cadiz (Seville), Spain
Cadiz
Travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas while enjoying the safe and welcoming atmosphere of Cadiz.
8
/ 10
Lisbon, Portugal
Lisbon
Travelers in Lisbon should stay vigilant in crowded areas and on public transport to avoid petty theft and keep belongings secure.

Cruise Ship

Norwegian Dawn

⚓ Tonnage

92,250

vs avg 123,300

🛠️ Year Built

2,002

vs avg 2,011

📏 Length (ft)

965

vs avg 994

👥 Passenger Count

2,340

vs avg 3,120

The Dawn has a construction date of 2002 and a total size of 92,250 gross tons. The ship measures 965 feet in length. Norwegian Dawn is included in Norwegian’s Dawn class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Dawn holds 2,340 passengers. That includes 1,308 cruise vacationers and 1,032 staff members. The Dawn total number of staterooms is 1,170.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Norwegian Dawn sailing on August 16, 2026?

This is a 7-night cruise itinerary departing from Barcelona, Spain.

What ports does the Norwegian Dawn visit on the August 16, 2026 cruise?

This route includes barcelona-spain, palma-de-mallorca-spain, valencia-spain, motril-granada-spain, gibraltar-uk, tangier-morocco, cadiz-seville-spain, lisbon-portugal.

How many sea days are included on this Norwegian Dawn August 16, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 0 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Norwegian Dawn sailing on August 16, 2026?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this Norwegian Dawn itinerary?

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