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Spirit of Discovery

15 Night Islands of the Mediterranean on SAGA Spirit of Discovery

June 9, 2026

Spirit of Discovery June 9, 2026

The Spirit of Discovery June 9, 2026 cruise departs from Portsmouth,uk. On this Islands of the Mediterranean sailing, the Spirit of Discovery will visit a total of 7 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Tuesday, Jun 9th and returns on Wednesday, Jun 24th, 2026.

Cruise Length
15
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Portsmouth
uk
Port Stops
7
Sea Days
8
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Spirit of Discovery · June 9, 2026

The Spirit of Discovery sails on June 9, 2026 for a Islands of the Mediterranean. The ship will depart the port of Portsmouth,uk at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Portsmouth,uk on Jun 24th at 7:00 AM. During the 16-day journey, the Spirit of Discovery will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 8 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

Islands of the Mediterranean

  • JUN09
    Portsmouth,uk
    Portsmouth,uk
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • JUN10
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JUN11
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JUN12
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JUN13
    Tangier, Morocco
    Tangier, Morocco
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JUN14
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JUN15
    Mahon (mao), Menorca, Balearic Islands
    Mahon (mao), Menorca, Balearic Islands
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JUN16
    Ajaccio, Corsica
    Ajaccio, Corsica
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JUN17
    Alghero, Sardinia
    Alghero, Sardinia
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JUN18
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JUN19
    Motril (granada), Spain
    Motril (granada), Spain
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JUN20
    Gibraltar, U.K.
    Gibraltar, U.K.
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JUN21
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JUN22
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JUN23
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JUN24
    Portsmouth,uk
    Portsmouth,uk
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

June 9, 2026 · Islands of the Mediterranean

Portsmouth,uk
Day 1•Tuesday, Jun 9

Portsmouth,uk

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:00 PM

Portsmouth, England, provides docking at Portsmouth Port. Travelers explore the Historic Dockyard and HMS Victory. Excursions visit Stonehenge’s ancient stones. Local markets sell pork pies. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures naval ships and Solent vistas. Dining onboard includes fish and chips, an English favorite. Souvenirs, like nautical crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover maritime history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance dockyard walks. Portsmouth’s naval heritage offers a vibrant English stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ships, prehistoric sites, and coastal charm, making Portsmouth an engaging destination for exploring England’s maritime and ancient history.

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At Sea
Day 2•Wednesday, Jun 10

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 3•Thursday, Jun 11

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 4•Friday, Jun 12

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Tangier, Morocco
Day 5•Saturday, Jun 13

Tangier, Morocco

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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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At Sea
Day 6•Sunday, Jun 14

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Mahon (mao), Menorca, Balearic Islands
Day 7•Monday, Jun 15

Mahon (mao), Menorca, Balearic Islands

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Mahon, Menorca, Balearic Islands, Spain, features docking at Mahon Port. Travelers explore the historic Santa Maria Church and Xoriguer Gin Distillery. Excursions visit Ciutadella’s Gothic cathedral and prehistoric Talayotic sites. Local markets sell Mahón cheese. The peak season, May to September, brings warm Mediterranean weather. Photography captures deep-water harbors and limestone cliffs. Dining onboard includes caldereta de langosta, a Menorcan lobster stew. Souvenirs, like espadrilles, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Balearic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic site tours. Mahon’s serene harbor and rich archaeological heritage offer a tranquil Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a blend of cultural exploration, scenic beauty, and Menorca’s laid-back island vibe, making it an ideal destination for history and relaxation.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Ajaccio, Corsica
Day 8•Tuesday, Jun 16

Ajaccio, Corsica

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Ajaccio, Corsica, offers docking at Ajaccio Port. Travelers explore Napoleon’s Birthplace and Fesch Museum. Excursions visit Calanques de Piana. Local markets sell brocciu cheese. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic streets and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes civet de sanglier, a Corsican favorite. Souvenirs, like olive wood crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Corsican history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance coastal hikes. Ajaccio’s cultural charm offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic cliffs, making Ajaccio an engaging destination for exploration.

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Alghero, Sardinia
Day 9•Wednesday, Jun 17

Alghero, Sardinia

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Alghero, Sardinia, docks at Porto Alghero, a 10-minute walk from the historic center amid Catalan-style walls. The town, population 44,000, features the 16th-century ramparts with towers like San Giacomo. Travelers visit the Cathedral of Santa Maria, blending Gothic and Baroque from 1570. Neptune's Grotto, 30 minutes by bus, explores sea caves with stalactites and boat rides. The Maria Pia Aquarium displays Mediterranean species. Excursions to Nuraghe Palmavera, 20 minutes east, showcase Bronze Age stone towers. Local markets sell pecorino cheese. Peak season June to September; buses 1-2 EUR. Dining includes lobster catalana at seaside trattorias. Souvenirs feature coral jewelry.

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At Sea
Day 10•Thursday, Jun 18

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Motril (granada), Spain
Day 11•Friday, Jun 19

Motril (granada), Spain

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Gibraltar, U.K.
Day 12•Saturday, Jun 20

Gibraltar, U.K.

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 13•Sunday, Jun 21

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 14•Monday, Jun 22

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 15•Tuesday, Jun 23

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Portsmouth,uk
Day 16•Wednesday, Jun 24

Portsmouth,uk

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

Portsmouth, England, provides docking at Portsmouth Port. Travelers explore the Historic Dockyard and HMS Victory. Excursions visit Stonehenge’s ancient stones. Local markets sell pork pies. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures naval ships and Solent vistas. Dining onboard includes fish and chips, an English favorite. Souvenirs, like nautical crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover maritime history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance dockyard walks. Portsmouth’s naval heritage offers a vibrant English stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ships, prehistoric sites, and coastal charm, making Portsmouth an engaging destination for exploring England’s maritime and ancient history.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Spirit of Discovery - June 9, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Portsmouth,uk

⛅

June

Typical Weather

86°F

Average High

41°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.07in

Daily average

2.2 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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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
75 / 100
safer than 75% of all cruises
75
8
/ 10
Portsmouth,uk
Portsmouth
Portsmouth is generally safe for cruise travelers, but it's important to stay vigilant in crowded areas to prevent petty crime.
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
Mahon (mao), Menorca, Balearic Islands
Mahon
Mahon is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, though travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.
8
/ 10
Ajaccio, Corsica
Ajaccio
Ajaccio is generally safe for cruise travelers, but vigilance is advised in tourist areas during peak season to prevent petty theft.
8
/ 10
Alghero, Sardinia
Alghero
Alghero is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded 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.

Cruise Ship

Spirit of Discovery

⚓ Tonnage

55,900

vs avg 55,900

🛠️ Year Built

2,019

vs avg 2,020

📏 Length (ft)

—

vs avg —

👥 Passenger Count

1,000

vs avg 1,000

The Spirit of Discovery has a construction date of 2019 and a total size of 55,900 gross tons. The ship measures — feet in length. Spirit of Discovery is included in SAGA’s Mainstream class. At full capacity, the Spirit of Discovery holds 1,000 passengers. That includes 1,000 cruise vacationers and — staff members. The Spirit of Discovery total number of staterooms is 0.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Spirit of Discovery sailing on June 9, 2026?

This is a 15-night cruise itinerary departing from Portsmouth,uk.

What ports does the Spirit of Discovery visit on the June 9, 2026 cruise?

This route includes portsmouthuk, tangier-morocco, mahon-mao-menorca-balearic-islands, ajaccio-corsica, alghero-sardinia, motril-granada-spain, gibraltar-uk.

How many sea days are included on this Spirit of Discovery June 9, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 8 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Spirit of Discovery sailing on June 9, 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 Spirit of Discovery itinerary?

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get updates when cabin prices change for this sailing.

Last Updated: Apr 1, 2026