Iberian Explorer
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Iberian Explorer

Departure 2 Nov 2026
Duration 7 Nights
Cruise Line Oceania Cruises
Ship Oceania Insignia

Featured Cabins

0800 059 0570

Itinerary

Barcelona, Spain

Date of arrival 2 Nov 2026
Arrive 07:00
Depart 17:00

The infinite variety of street life, the nooks and crannies of the medieval Barri Gòtic, the ceramic tile and stained glass of Art Nouveau facades, the art and music, the throb of street life, the food (ah, the food!)—one way or another, Barcelona will find a way to get your full attention. The capital of Catalonia is a banquet for the senses, with its beguiling mix of ancient and modern architecture, tempting cafés and markets, and sun-drenched Mediterranean beaches. A stroll along La Rambla and through waterfront Barceloneta, as well as a tour of Gaudí’s majestic Sagrada Famíliaand his other unique creations, are part of a visit to Spain’s second-largest city. Modern art museums and chic shops call for attention, too. Barcelona’s vibe stays lively well into the night, when you can linger over regional wine and cuisine at buzzing tapas bars.

Barcelona, Spain

Palma de Mallorca, Spain

Date of arrival 3 Nov 2026
Arrive 08:00
Depart 18:00

If you look north of the cathedral (La Seu, or the seat of the bishopric, to Mallorcans) on a map of the city of Palma, you can see around the Plaça Santa Eulàlia a jumble of tiny streets that made up the earliest settlement. Farther out, a ring of wide boulevards traces the fortifications built by the Moors to defend the larger city that emerged by the 12th century. The zigzags mark the bastions that jutted out at regular intervals. By the end of the 19th century, most of the walls had been demolished; the only place where you can still see the massive defenses is at Ses Voltes, along the seafront west of the cathedral.A torrent (streambed) used to run through the middle of the old city, dry for most of the year but often a raging flood in the rainy season. In the 17th century it was diverted to the east, along the moat that ran outside the city walls. Two of Palma’s main arteries, La Rambla and the Passeig d’es Born, now follow the stream’s natural course. The traditional evening paseo (promenade) takes place on the Born.If you come to Palma by car, park in the garage beneath the Parc de la Mar (the ramp is just off the highway from the airport, as you reach the cathedral) and stroll along the park. Beside it run the huge bastions guarding the Almudaina Palace; the cathedral, golden and massive, rises beyond. Where you exit the garage, there’s a ceramic mural by the late Catalan artist and Mallorca resident Joan Miró, facing the cathedral across the pool that runs the length of the park.If you begin early enough, a walk along the ramparts at Ses Voltes from the mirador beside the cathedral is spectacular. The first rays of the sun turn the upper pinnacles of La Seu bright gold and then begin to work their way down the sandstone walls. From the Parc de la Mar, follow Avinguda Antoni Maura past the steps to the palace. Just below the Plaça de la Reina, where the Passeig d’es Born begins, turn left on Carrer de la Boteria into the Plaça de la Llotja (if the Llotja itself is open, don’t miss a chance to visit—it’s the Mediterranean’s finest Gothic-style civic building). From there stroll through the Plaça Drassana to the Museu d’Es Baluard, at the end of Carrer Sant Pere. Retrace your steps to Avinguda Antoni Maura. Walk up the Passeig d’es Born to Plaça Joan Carles I, then right on Avenida de La Unió.

Palma de Mallorca, Spain

Alicante, Spain

Date of arrival 4 Nov 2026
Arrive 08:00
Depart 18:00

The provincial capital of the Valencian Community serves as a gateway to the huge influx of tourists that flock to the Costa Blanca resorts every year. Alicante is popular with holidaymakers who arrive for the warm, Mediterranean climate and seemingly endless golden beaches. However, there is much more to this city than sand and sun. With a picturesque waterfront, a hugely impressive castle, buzzing nightlife and a rich, complex history, Alicante is a fascinating destination all year round.

Alicante, Spain

Cartagena, Spain

Date of arrival 5 Nov 2026
Arrive 07:00
Depart 17:00

A Mediterranean city and naval station located in the Region of Murcia, southeastern Spain, Cartagena’s sheltered bay has attracted sailors for centuries. The Carthaginians founded the city in 223BC and named it Cartago Nova; it later became a prosperous Roman colony, and a Byzantine trading centre. The city has been the main Spanish Mediterranean naval base since the reign of King Philip II, and is still surrounded by walls built during this period. Cartagena’s importance grew with the arrival of the Spanish Bourbons in the 18th century, when the Navidad Fortress was constructed to protect the harbour. In recent years, traces of the city’s fascinating past have been brought to light: a well-preserved Roman Theatre was discovered in 1988, and this has now been restored and opened to the public. During your free time, you may like to take a mini-cruise around Cartagena’s historic harbour: these operate several times a day, take approximately 40 minutes and do not need to be booked in advance. Full details will be available at the port.

Cartagena, Spain

Málaga, Spain

Date of arrival 6 Nov 2026
Arrive 08:00
Depart 19:00

As you sail into Malaga you will notice what an idyllic setting the city enjoys on the famous Costa del Sol. To the east of this provincial capital, the coast along the region of La Axarqua is scattered with villages, farmland and sleepy fishing hamlets – the epitome of traditional rural Spain. To the west stretches a continuous city where the razzmatazz and bustle creates a colourful contrast that is easily recognisable as the Costa del Sol. Surrounding the region, the Penibéetica Mountains provide an attractive backdrop overlooking the lower terraced slopes which yield olives and almonds. This spectacular mountain chain shelters the province from cold northerly winds, giving it a reputation as a therapeutic and exotic place in which to escape from cold northern climes. Malaga is also the gateway to many of Andalusia’s enchanting historic villages, towns and cities.

Málaga, Spain

Seville, Spain

Date of arrival 7 Nov 2026
Arrive 07:00
Depart 19:00

Whether you pronounce it Seville or Sevilla, this gorgeous Spanish town is most certainly the stuff of dreams. Over 2,200 years old, Seville has a mutli-layered personality; home to Flamenco, high temperatures and three UNESCO-World Heritage Sites, there is a noble ancestry to the southern Spanish town. Not forgetting that it is the birthplace of painter Diego Velazquez, the resting place of Christopher Columbus, the inspiration for Bizet’s Carmen and a location for Game of Thrones filming, Seville is truly more than just a sum of its parts. This city is a full on experience, a beguiling labyrinth of centuries old streets, tiny tapas restaurants serving possibly the best dishes you’ll taste south of Madrid and a paradise of Mudejar architecture and tranquil palm trees and fountain-filled gardens.

Seville, Spain

Portimão, Portugal

Date of arrival 8 Nov 2026
Arrive 07:00
Depart 17:00

Portimão is a major fishing port, and significant investment has been poured into transforming it into an attractive cruise port as well. The city itself is spacious and has several good shopping streets—though sadly many of the more traditional retailers have closed in the wake of the global economic crisis. There is also a lovely riverside area that just begs to be strolled (lots of the coastal cruises depart from here). Don’t leave without stopping for an alfresco lunch at the Doca da Sardinha (“sardine dock”) between the old bridge and the railway bridge. You can sit at one of many inexpensive establishments, eating charcoal-grilled sardines (a local specialty) accompanied by chewy fresh bread, simple salads, and local wine.

Portimão, Portugal

Lisbon, Portugal

Date of arrival 9 Nov 2026
Arrive 07:00
Depart 17:00

Set on seven hills on the banks of the River Tagus, Lisbon has been the capital of Portugal since the 13th century. It is a city famous for its majestic architecture, old wooden trams, Moorish features and more than twenty centuries of history. Following disastrous earthquakes in the 18th century, Lisbon was rebuilt by the Marques de Pombal who created an elegant city with wide boulevards and a great riverfront and square, Praça do Comércio. Today there are distinct modern and ancient sections, combining great shopping with culture and sightseeing in the Old Town, built on the city’s terraced hillsides. The distance between the ship and your tour vehicle may vary. This distance is not included in the excursion grades.

Lisbon, Portugal

Cabin Options

Oceania Cruises R Class Deluxe Ocean View Stateroom

Deluxe Ocean View Stateroom

Welcome to the Deluxe Ocean View Stateroom aboard the Oceania Insignia from Oceania Cruises, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 165ft² (15m²)
Oceania Cruises R Class Owner's Suite 1

Owner's Suite

Welcome to the Owner's Suite aboard the Oceania Insignia from Oceania Cruises, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Suite
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 1000ft² (93m²)
Oceania Cruises R Class Vista Suite 3

Vista Suite

Welcome to the Vista Suite aboard the Oceania Insignia from Oceania Cruises, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Suite
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 786ft² (73m²)
Oceania Cruises R Class Penthouse Suite 2

Penthouse Suite

Welcome to the Penthouse Suite aboard the Oceania Insignia from Oceania Cruises, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Suite
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 322ft² (30m²)
Oceania Cruises R Class Concierge Level Veranda Stateroom

Concierge Level Veranda Stateroom

Welcome to the Concierge Level Veranda Stateroom aboard the Oceania Insignia from Oceania Cruises, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 216ft² (20m²)
Oceania Cruises R Class Concierge Level Veranda Stateroom

Veranda Stateroom

Welcome to the Veranda Stateroom aboard the Oceania Insignia from Oceania Cruises, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 216ft² (20m²)
Oceania Cruises R Class Ocean View Stateroom   Cat D

Ocean View Stateroom

Welcome to the Ocean View Stateroom aboard the Oceania Insignia from Oceania Cruises, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 165ft² (15m²)
Oceania Cruises Sirena Inside Stateroom

Solo Oceanview Stateroom

Welcome to the Solo Oceanview Stateroom aboard the Oceania Insignia from Oceania Cruises, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 1 person
Size 165ft² (15m²)
Oceania Cruises Sirena Inside Stateroom

Inside Staterooms

Welcome to the Inside Staterooms aboard the Oceania Insignia from Oceania Cruises, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Inside
Occupancy 2 persons
Size 160ft² (15m²)

Ship Facilities

Dining
Enrichment
Entertainment
Health & Fitness

About the Ship

The better-than-new Oceania Insignia blends sophistication with a contemporary flair to create a casually elegant ambiance that embodies the most treasured elements of our celebrated ships. Every surface of every suite and stateroom is entirely new, while in the public spaces, a refreshed colour palette of soft sea and sky tones surrounds a tasteful renewal of fabrics, furnishings and lighting fixtures that exquisitely encompasses the inimitable style and comfort of Oceania Cruises.

Oceania insignia

Oceania insignia Information

Launched 1998
Length 591 ft (180m)
Guest Capacity 670
Cabins 349
Crew Members 400

Deck Plans

Deck 3

  • Ocean View Stateroom
  • Tender Embarkation Area
  • Elevator

Deck 4

  • Destination Services
  • Concierge
  • Reception Hall
  • Reception Desk
  • Medical Centre
  • Deluxe Ocean View Staterooms
  • Inside Staterooms
  • Elevator

Deck 5

  • Grand Dining Room
  • Baristas Grand/Bar
  • Upper Hall
  • Boutiques
  • Martinis
  • Casino
  • Lounge
  • Dance Floor
  • Stage
  • Elevator

Deck 6

  • Concierge Level Veranda Staterooms
  • Veranda Staterooms
  • Deluxe Ocean View Staterooms
  • Inside Staterooms
  • Owner’s Suites
  • Vista Suites
  • Elevator

Deck 7

  • Concierge Level Veranda Staterooms
  • Deluxe Ocean View Staterooms
  • Inside Staterooms
  • Owner’s Suites
  • Vista Suites
  • Elevator

Deck 8

  • Bridge
  • Concierge Level Veranda Staterooms
  • Inside Staterooms
  • Owner’s Suites
  • Penthouse Suites
  • Elevator

Deck 9

  • Terrace Café
  • Bar
  • The Patio
  • Waves Grill
  • Whirlpools
  • Pool
  • Waves Bar
  • Oceania@Sea
  • Card Room
  • Aquamar Spa
  • Fitness Centre
  • Styling Salon
  • Steam Rooms
  • Spa Terrace
  • Elevator

Deck 10

  • Toscana
  • Polo Grill
  • Bars
  • Library
  • Fitness Track
  • Horizons Bar
  • Elevator

Deck 11

  • Shuffleboard
  • Sun Deck
  • Golf Putting Greenes
  • Showers

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