MÁLAGA
More in Málaga
Its Moorish past and modern flair make Málaga an alluring seaside destination along the Mediterranean. Málaga gets mistakenly overlooked by tourists flocking to hotspots like Seville and Granada, which allows Málaga to stay the best-kept secret on the Spanish coast.
Spanish Finca and Feast
Taste the warmth of homemade Spanish cuisine at a family farm. Head through Valle del Sol to select fresh ingredients with your host, then, help cook up traditional paella in a literal farm-to-table feast where all the food is prepared — and devoured — on-site.
The Alhambra Complex
Discover the beauty guarded within La Alhambra's famous reddish walls on a guided tour of the fortified palace complex built in the 13th century. A can't-miss spot in Granada, the Red Castle (as the Moors used to call it) located on top of the Al-Sabika hill is known as a love letter to Moorish culture and designated a World Heritage site by UNESCO. Explore the walled citadel that became a home for medieval royalty before having lunch at a restaurant that invokes some serious Alhambra vibes.
Flamenco Night in a Gypsy Cave
Visit Granada after dark in the Sacromonte district where Moorish caves have been transformed into homes, eateries, and event spaces where you’ll experience local culture come alive. In one such cave, you’re invited to witness the music, dancing and passion of a traditional flamenco performance along with a sensational Andalusian dinner.
Taste of Málaga & Picasso Museum
Málaga
Enjoy two Spanish artforms, Picasso’s timeless works of art and an artisan Spanish cheese board—whichever you prefer is up to you to decide. First, visit the Picasso Museum in the artist's hometown. Stroll through the museum to see the famous artist’s paintings, drawings, sculptures, and more dating back to 1890. Admiring all of Picasso’s styles and techniques works up an appetite. Walk over to a nearby tapas bar to taste three types of olive oil and five types of Spanish cheeses.
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- Embark on a panoramic drive to Costa del Sol and discover rich archaeological remains, captivating monuments, and impressive landmarks across Málaga
- Enjoy a tasting of olive oil and Spanish cheeses at a nearby bar
- Visit the Picasso Museum to start to appreciate all of Picasso's styles and techniques along with an exhibit of pieces dating from 1890 to 1973
- Sailors should expect to walk over uneven pavement for an extended period of time
- Sailors must be able to navigate steps throughout this Shore Thing
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Face masks and/or proof of vaccination may be required to enter some venues
- Please note that the visited sites are dependent on the Covid-19 regulations implemented
- This Shore Thing operator has received third-party certification based on the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria
If you make a cancellation prior to the first day of your voyage and at least 24 hours (unless otherwise stated in the tour details) prior to the start of your Shore Thing, you will be refunded to the original form of payment after midnight Eastern Standard Time (EST) on the day of cancellation.
If you make another purchase prior to midnight EST, after canceling a booking eligible for a refund, the credit from the canceled booking will be applied to your new booking. Therefore, you’ll only be charged for the price difference between the canceled and new experience. If you have remaining temporary credit left on your account after you’ve made another experience purchase, the remaining credit will be refunded to your original form of payment after midnight EST.
If you cancel a Shore Thing during your voyage and are eligible for a refund, a credit will be applied to your folio and not to your original form of payment.
Please visit this link for more information regarding Shore Things terms & conditions.
El Caminito del Rey Hike
Málaga
El Caminito del Rey offers impressive views of Malaga's landscape—but this 4.97 miles long walkway is called "The King's Little Path" for a reason: it is only three feet wide. Once considered one of the most dangerous in the world, the famous walkway alongside the steep walls of El Chorro Gorge hangs over 300 feet above a river and connects two former hydroelectric plants. Surround yourself in nature as you walk down the Little Path and take in the stunning views from a unique perspective.
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- Set out on a stunning walkway for 3.5 hours that is carved into the rocky face 300 feet above the river in the El Chorro Gorge
- Walk along the path of a king that used to connect two early hydroelectric plants
- Return to the ship ready for your next adventure with your adrenaline still pumping
- Approximately 1-hour and 15-minute drive to El Caminito del Rey
- Sailors must be able to walk for approximately 3.5 hours
- Sailors must be able to walk approximately 5 miles
- Sailors must wear suitable clothing and footwear for this activity (hiking, biking, trekking, rappelling, ziplining, yoga, etc.)
- Closed-toed shoes are required
- Sailors should bring water and a snack
- Sailors must wear the provided safety gear
- This Shore Thing is considered 'daring' and not for the faint of heart. Sailors are reminded that they assume full risk and responsibility
- This experience is not recommended for Sailors with a fear of heights
- This Shore Thing is not suitable for pregnant Sailors
- This experience is not suitable for Sailors with vertigo
- Sailors should consider their physical fitness level and medical history when determining whether this Shore Thing is appropriate
- Sailors should expect to walk over uneven pavement for an extended period of time.
- Please note that this Shore Thing is not recommended for Sailors with limited mobility
- Please note that restrooms will only be available at the beginning and end of the hike
- Please keep in mind that cancellations made within 72 hours or less are subject to a 100% cancellation penalty
- This Shore Thing can be canceled due to bad weather for safety reasons
- Face masks and/or proof of vaccination may be required to enter some venues
- Please note that the visited sites are dependent on the Covid-19 regulations implemented
- This Shore Thing operator has received third-party certification based on the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria
If you make a cancellation prior to the first day of your voyage and at least 24 hours (unless otherwise stated in the tour details) prior to the start of your Shore Thing, you will be refunded to the original form of payment after midnight Eastern Standard Time (EST) on the day of cancellation.
If you make another purchase prior to midnight EST, after canceling a booking eligible for a refund, the credit from the canceled booking will be applied to your new booking. Therefore, you’ll only be charged for the price difference between the canceled and new experience. If you have remaining temporary credit left on your account after you’ve made another experience purchase, the remaining credit will be refunded to your original form of payment after midnight EST.
If you cancel a Shore Thing during your voyage and are eligible for a refund, a credit will be applied to your folio and not to your original form of payment.
Please visit this link for more information regarding Shore Things terms & conditions.
Mijas Village
Málaga
A visit to Mijas gives you the best of both worlds: the Andalusian countryside while still staying within the Costa del Sol. Your adventure will begin at the top of the town, where you'll see a bullfighting ring and get panoramic views of the valley, beautiful white houses, and the not-so-far-away coast. Then, you'll have some free time in the village to explore, shop for ceramics and other handmade souvenirs before hopping back on the bus for a short driving tour around Málaga if time permits.
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- Enjoy free time to shop handmade gifts in Mijas
- Marvel at Mijas’ white-painted houses and views of the coast
- Go deeper into Andalusia while still staying within the Costa del Sol to visit Mijas
- Please be aware this Shore Thing is not wheelchair accessible
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- The order of sites visited may vary
- This Shore Thing operator has received third-party certification based on the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria
If you make a cancellation prior to the first day of your voyage and at least 24 hours (unless otherwise stated in the tour details) prior to the start of your Shore Thing, you will be refunded to the original form of payment after midnight Eastern Standard Time (EST) on the day of cancellation.
If you make another purchase prior to midnight EST, after canceling a booking eligible for a refund, the credit from the canceled booking will be applied to your new booking. Therefore, you’ll only be charged for the price difference between the canceled and new experience. If you have remaining temporary credit left on your account after you’ve made another experience purchase, the remaining credit will be refunded to your original form of payment after midnight EST.
If you cancel a Shore Thing during your voyage and are eligible for a refund, a credit will be applied to your folio and not to your original form of payment.
Please visit this link for more information regarding Shore Things terms & conditions.
Vincci Beach Club in Marbella
Málaga
Relax on the sands of Marbella’s Golden Beach to get a golden tan at Vincci Beach Club. The private hotel and beach club boasts a Moorish-style facade and romantic feel to lure you into relaxation. Upgrade your beach day to a spa day at Estrella del Mar for a deluxe spa treatment and pampering by the sea. While the spa treatment isn’t included, healthy snacks, sunbeds, and towels are at your disposal so that you can find peace at any part of the beach.
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- Relax at the Vincci Beach Club in Marbella with a Moorish-style facade and romantic feel
- Soak up the sun on Marbella’s Golden Beach
- Spoil yourself with a deluxe spa treatment and pampering by the sea available for purchase
- This Shore Thing is wheelchair accessible for collapsible wheelchairs, as well as Sailors who can navigate a few steps on their own
- Cancellations made within 48 hours or less are subject to a 100% cancellation penalty for this Shore Thing
- Approximately 1-hour drive to Marbella
- Driving times may vary depending on traffic
- Sailors must wear suitable clothing and footwear for this activity (hiking, biking, trekking, rappelling, ziplining, yoga, etc.)
- A towel is provided
- This Shore Thing operator has received third-party certification based on the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria
- Face masks and/or proof of vaccination may be required to enter some venues
- Please note that the visited sites are dependent on the Covid-19 regulations implemented
If you make a cancellation prior to the first day of your voyage and at least 24 hours (unless otherwise stated in the tour details) prior to the start of your Shore Thing, you will be refunded to the original form of payment after midnight Eastern Standard Time (EST) on the day of cancellation.
If you make another purchase prior to midnight EST, after canceling a booking eligible for a refund, the credit from the canceled booking will be applied to your new booking. Therefore, you’ll only be charged for the price difference between the canceled and new experience. If you have remaining temporary credit left on your account after you’ve made another experience purchase, the remaining credit will be refunded to your original form of payment after midnight EST.
If you cancel a Shore Thing during your voyage and are eligible for a refund, a credit will be applied to your folio and not to your original form of payment.
Please visit this link for more information regarding Shore Things terms & conditions.
Famous locals
Pablo Picasso and Antonio Banderas were both born in Málaga.
Shore Excursions
Stray (far off) the course
A trip outside of the province of Málaga takes you to Granada for Exclusive Access to Alhambra, a mix between a fortress and palace with a blend of Moorish and Christian design.
DISCOVER MORE SHORE THINGSMálaga leaves you embracing the duality of life — medieval and modern, land and sea, Islamic and Christian. Long after you return home, you’ll reminisce about the warmth on Malagueta Beach, the panoramic views from Gibralfaro and the smell of fresh conchas finas in the Mercado de Atarazanas. A small dot on the map has become a hub of culture while still preserving its hidden gems and coastal pace of life. As Málaga continues to grow — with its up-and-coming Soho district and international influences — you’ll always know it as it once was: a quaint yet charming port on your Mediterranean journey and the routes of seafarers since 770 BCE.
***Please be aware that all Sailors may be required to show proof of vaccination (a photocopy is acceptable) in Málaga, and a photo ID may also be required to return to the ship. Sailors should also bring masks with them as they may be required in some establishments.