9 cruises found
A Guadalquivir cruise takes you into Andalusia by river, between Seville, Cádiz, Jerez, white villages, and open landscapes stretching toward the Atlantic.
The journey blends patios, azulejo tiles, flamenco, Andalusian horses, bodegas, historic ports, and southern light. This short but distinctive cruise is an ideal way to experience Andalusia differently, following a river that connects the interior with the estuary.
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Guadalquivir - Andalusia
Itinerary : Southampton, Vigo, Lisbon, Cadiz, Puerto de Santa Maria, Bilbao, Southampton
1 other departures
Liberty of the Seas
10 d
Inside Stateroom
Southampton
09/09/2026
from
$ 1,607
Other departures:
31 Aug 2026
Itinerary : Sevilla, Cadiz, El Puerto Santa Maria, Isla Minima, Sevilla
8 other departures
Belle de Cadix
6 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Cadiz
11/09/2027
from
$ 1,613
Other departures:
10-20 Nov 2026
17-22-27 Feb 2027
04-14-19 Nov 2027
Itinerary : Sevilla, Cadiz, El Puerto Santa Maria, Isla Minima, Sevilla
19 other departures
Belle de Cadix
8 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Sevilla
03/18/2027
from
$ 2,276
Other departures:
29 Oct 2026
04-11-25 Mar 2027
01-22 Apr 2027
Other departures
Itinerary : Sevilla, Cadiz, El Puerto Santa Maria, Isla Minima, Sevilla
Belle de Cadix
8 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Cadiz
04/15/2027
from
$ 3,159
Other ports of embarkation:
SevillaItinerary : Barcelona, Cartagena, Malaga, Casablanca, Tangier, Cadiz, Sevilla, Lisbon
Azamara Onward
11 d
Inside Stateroom
Barcelona
12/29/2026
from
$ 3,690
Itinerary : Civitavecchia / Rome, Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Mahon, Palma de Mallorca, Barcelona, Cartagena, Malaga, Casablanca, Tangier, Cadiz, Sevilla, Lisbon
Azamara Onward
18 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Civitavecchia / Rome
12/22/2026
from
$ 6,340
Itinerary : Lisbon, Portimao, Sevilla, Gibraltar, Ceuta, Malaga
Azamara Onward
8 d
Inside Stateroom
Lisbon
02/06/2027
from
$ 2,353
Itinerary : Jerez, Sevilla, Cadiz, El Puerto Santa Maria, Isla Minima, Sevilla
1 other departures
Belle de Cadix
8 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Jerez
11/07/2027
from
$ 2,546
Other departures:
20 Feb 2027
Itinerary : Bilbao, The Coruna, Vigo, Lisbon, Portimao, Sevilla, Alicante, Barcelona, Mahon, Saint Tropez, Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Civitavecchia / Rome
Oceania Nautica
15 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Bilbao
08/30/2026
from
$ 2,709
Cruise through the heart of Seville
The Alcázar of Seville
Seville Cathedral and La Giralda
Triana and the river banks
Cádiz and its city walls
Jerez and the bodegas
Andalusian equestrian show
Flamenco in Andalusia
Córdoba extension
Doñana National Park and the estuary
Weather & conditions
Very pleasant spring weather, flower-filled patios, mild temperatures, and excellent sightseeing conditions.
Expert advice
The best time for Seville, Jerez, Cadiz and cultural excursions.
Weather & conditions
Very hot, especially in Seville and inland areas.
Expert advice
Best if you handle heat well and plan visits early or late in the day.
Weather & conditions
Milder heat after summer, golden light, and a more comfortable pace.
Expert advice
An excellent balance for avoiding Andalusia's most intense heat.
Weather & conditions
A mild but more variable winter, with a quieter atmosphere.
Expert advice
Interesting for a cultural cruise, less focused on long summer strolls.
| Season | Weather & conditions | Expert advice |
|---|---|---|
March - June Very pleasant spring weather, flower-filled patios, mild temperatures, and excellent sightseeing conditions. The best time for Seville, Jerez, Cadiz and cultural excursions. | ||
July - August | Very hot, especially in Seville and inland areas. | Best if you handle heat well and plan visits early or late in the day. |
September - October | Milder heat after summer, golden light, and a more comfortable pace. | An excellent balance for avoiding Andalusia's most intense heat. |
November - February | A mild but more variable winter, with a quieter atmosphere. | Interesting for a cultural cruise, less focused on long summer strolls. |
On the Guadalquivir, the highlights connect Andalusian heritage, the local way of life, equestrian culture, and the ocean.
Seville
for the Alcázar, cathedral, La Giralda, and historic neighborhoods.
Cádiz
for its city walls, squares, market, and Atlantic light.
Córdoba
for the Mosque–Cathedral and flower-filled patios on an excursion.
Seville
for the Alcázar, cathedral, La Giralda, and historic neighborhoods.
Cádiz
for its city walls, squares, market, and Atlantic light.
Córdoba
for the Mosque–Cathedral and flower-filled patios on an excursion.
Triana
for Seville's popular spirit, ceramics, and flamenco roots.
Jerez
for sherry cellars and equestrian culture.
Flamenco shows
to feel the intensity of Andalusian music in a more authentic setting.
Triana
for Seville's popular spirit, ceramics, and flamenco roots.
Jerez
for sherry cellars and equestrian culture.
Flamenco shows
to feel the intensity of Andalusian music in a more authentic setting.
Guadalquivir in Seville
for the bridges, waterfront, and arrival in the city by river.
Doñana
for marshes, birds, and estuary landscapes.
Bay of Cádiz
for the transition among river, Atlantic Ocean, and fortified city.
Guadalquivir in Seville
for the bridges, waterfront, and arrival in the city by river.
Doñana
for marshes, birds, and estuary landscapes.
Bay of Cádiz
for the transition among river, Atlantic Ocean, and fortified city.
See Seville from the Guadalquivir
Travelers appreciate approaching the city by way of its waterfront, bridges, and Triana. The river gives Seville a gentler, more open presence.
Combine Jerez, sherry, and Andalusian horses
Jerez stands out for its strong identity. Its bodegas, stables, and equestrian traditions add real depth to the cruise.
Experience Cádiz between the Atlantic and whitewashed lanes
Cádiz offers a refreshing maritime interlude. Travelers love its city walls, squares, market, and atmosphere, which feels more ocean-oriented than Seville.
Spend time in Triana at the end of the day
The neighborhood maintains a strong connection with the river. With ceramics, small squares, bars, and views of Seville, Triana reveals a more local side of the city.
Taste sherry at a Jerez bodega
Beyond the tasting, the cellars evoke an Andalusian way of life: the scent of wood, rows of barrels, cool storerooms, and generations of winemaking skill.
Visit Cádiz market before the waterfront
The market brings the city to life with fish, fruit, tapas, and lively conversation. It pairs perfectly with a walk toward the city walls and the Atlantic.
The Ghadalquivir river takes its name from the Arabic Wadi el-Kébir, meaning "great river". It rises in the Sierra de Gazorla mountains and stretches for some 602 kilometers before flowing into the Atlantic Ocean in the Gulf of Cadiz. This river, the largest in Spain, crosses the whole of Andalusia, a province of Spain covering 87,591 km². Andalusia draws its strength from its cultural identity, a blend of East and West.
A cruise along the Guadalquivir-Guadiana takes you to a festive Andalusia, where music, dance, especially flamenco, and festivities in general play an important role. Occupied in turn by the Iberians, Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Berbers and Romans, Andalusia is undoubtedly the most oriental of European regions. Thanks to the rich soil of the Guadalquivir valleys, the successive Arab dynasties in Andalusia were able to build lush palaces and gardens. After 7 centuries of Muslim occupation, Andalusia fell into the hands of the Spanish, who, with the help of gold obtained from the Americas, set about giving Andalusian cities a much more European look. As a result, the streets of Andalusian cities from Seville to Cordoba boast a rich architectural heritage, with styles ranging from Gothic to Renaissance to Baroque, often displaying the delicate curves so typical of oriental buildings. Andalusia's natural beauty also makes it a favored destination for those who like to remain in communion with nature. In Andalusia, the contrast is striking. A cruise along the Guadalquivir-Guadiana takes you from sun-drenched white-sand beaches to snow-capped peaks and deserts that have nothing to envy those of the American Wild West. The valley surrounding the Guadalquivir River forms the Campiña, a succession of fertile plains with vineyards, olive groves, cotton fields and large towns.
Andalusian cities are astonishing for their architectural heritage, where East and West rub shoulders without ever overshadowing each other. A stopover in Seville, Spain's fourth-largest city, is all it takes to realize this. In this city, the vestiges of the past, legacies left by the first Christian kings, the Arab sultans, but also the great painters are to be found at every street corner. The ancient Giralda minaret, the old Santa Cruz district, the Museum of Fine Arts and Seville Cathedral are all historic sites not to be missed on a Guadalquivir-Guadiana cruise to Seville. Seville also appeals for its rich culture and festive atmosphere. This Andalusian city lives to the rhythm of the colorful and joyful Holy Week processions, bullfights and ferias. Take advantage of your stopover in Seville to visit one of the city's tapas bars. It's said that the best tapas in Andalusia are served in Seville.
After Seville, your Guadalquivir-Guadiana cruise makes a stop in Cordoba, a dreamy city where the bewitching charm of the Orient continues to work, thanks to the presence of this imposing mosque. A true work of art and history, this edifice and its 850 majestic columns are the emblem of the city. Andalusia is also home to the municipality of Jerez, which grew rich thanks to the development of trade in its special wine: sherry. Take advantage of your stopover in this region of Andalusia to admire the riders who master the art of horsemanship, or to learn flamenco. Cadiz, nicknamed "la Tacita de plata", which means "the little silver cup" in Spanish, is one of Europe's oldest cities. A veritable open-air museum, it is home to numerous monuments and historic sites of interest. In its Barrio del Populo district, you'll find a Roman theater over 3,000 years old. The Tavira Tower, testimony to the prosperity of the city's maritime trade, is also well worth a visit. Take advantage of your stopover to stroll along the pier to see the port from which great navigators such as Christopher Columbus and Magellan began their voyages of discovery around the world.
Andalusia enjoys two distinct climates: mild winters and hot summers. A Guadalquivir-Guadiana cruise is therefore possible all year round. However, it's best to plan your trip between April and October. At this time of year, temperatures remain fairly mild, the countryside is lush and green, and you'll escape the winter rains that can limit visits. If you'd like to attend Seville's famous Semana Santa procession, book a cruise the week before Easter Monday. Throughout the summer, from July to August, many colorful festivities take place all over Andalusia. This is the ideal time of year if you're looking to celebrate during your Guadalquivir-Guadiana cruise.
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