NYC Manhattan-Brooklyn Cruise from New York to Barcelona — 17 Days

16 nights · NYC Manhattan-Brooklyn · Departs New York (USA) · Visiting Halifax, Sydney NS, Ponta Delgada, Funchal, Gibraltar, Motril, Melilla, Ibiza, Palma de Mallorca, Barcelona · Aboard Norwegian Cruise Line on the Norwegian Escape

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New York, NY, USA — Manhattan through Dumbo harbor ferry cityscape Sydney Cruise Port Ponta Delgada Cruise Port: Shore Excursions & Expert Guide
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Cruise lineNorwegian Cruise Line
ShipNorwegian Escape
Duration16 nights
Port calls11
From fare$1,769 per person
Year built2015
Guests5218
Cabins2174
Crew1733
Length333 m
Beam41 m
Cruising speed23.0 kn
  1. Day 1

    New York, USA

    New York does not ease you in; it arrives in a sweep of skyline, river and restless energy. From the harbor, Manhattan’s towers frame a city built for walking, looking up and changing plans. Spend time among Central Park’s paths, Fifth Avenue’s museums and the neighborhoods that give each block its own character. Allow room for a classic meal, a Broadway curtain and the simple pleasure of watching the city move.

  2. Day 3

    Halifax, Canada

    Halifax rewards visitors who begin on foot, where the harbourfront’s historic warehouses, boardwalk and seafood restaurants meet. Climb to the star-shaped Halifax Citadel for broad harbour views. At the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, exhibits trace Nova Scotia’s seafaring past and Halifax’s connection to the Titanic. Beyond downtown, Peggy’s Cove pairs a working fishing village with a lighthouse set on wave-worn granite.

  3. Day 4

    Sydney NS, Canada

    Sydney is the working harbour at the heart of Cape Breton Island, where Gaelic, Acadian and Mi’kmaq histories meet. Walk the waterfront to see the Big Fiddle, then browse downtown shops and cafés along Charlotte Street. Beyond town, the reconstructed Fortress of Louisbourg brings 18th-century French colonial life into striking focus. Use Sydney as a base for Cape Breton’s coastal roads, where ocean views and small communities invite an unhurried day.

  4. Day 8

    Ponta Delgada, Portugal

    Ponta Delgada is the Azores’ Atlantic gateway, set on São Miguel, the archipelago’s largest island. Roads from the city lead to crater lakes, steaming fumaroles and the green caldera of Sete Cidades. In town, tiled churches and handsome squares reward an unhurried walk, while cafés serve local cheese and pineapple. Choose a scenic island drive, or explore the historic centre before returning to the waterfront.

  5. Day 10

    Funchal, Portugal

    Funchal sits in a broad, sunlit amphitheatre above Madeira’s deep Atlantic harbour. Its compact centre rewards exploration, from the Old Town’s painted doors to the cathedral’s carved cedar ceiling. Ride the cable car uphill to Monte for sweeping views, then descend through gardens or by traditional wicker toboggan. Madeira’s wines and market produce offer a taste of the island before your ship sails.

  6. Day 12

    Gibraltar

    Gibraltar stands at the southern tip of the Iberian Peninsula, looking across the Strait towards Morocco. The Rock rises above a compact town shaped by British, Spanish and Mediterranean influences. A taxi tour of the Upper Rock Nature Reserve brings far-reaching views and close encounters with Barbary macaques. Below, explore the Great Siege Tunnels and Moorish Castle, then browse Main Street’s shops and cafés.

  7. Day 13

    Motril, Spain

    Motril is a working port on Granada’s Mediterranean coast, backed by the foothills of the Sierra Nevada. It puts the Alhambra and historic centre of Granada within reach, as well as the white villages of the Alpujarras. In town, explore Motril’s sugar-cane legacy, browse local produce, and sample seafood from the Costa Tropical. For a slower day, beaches and palm-lined promenades keep the coast close.

  8. Day 14

    Melilla, Spain

    Melilla gives you Spain with North African light and a distinctly different rhythm. Set on Morocco’s Mediterranean coast, this Spanish enclave rewards a day spent on foot. Begin in Melilla la Vieja, the fortified old town, where stone walls frame sea views and quiet lanes. Then look up: Melilla is known for its Modernist architecture, much of it designed by Enrique Nieto. Cafés and waterfront walks offer an easy pause between landmarks.

  9. Day 15

    Ibiza, Spain

    Ibiza Town rewards a day ashore with more than its famous nightlife. Above the working harbor, Dalt Vila climbs within Renaissance walls, part of a UNESCO World Heritage site. Follow steep lanes to the cathedral and castle, where views sweep across the port and Mediterranean. Below, cafés, galleries and boutiques bring quieter pleasures to the waterfront and old quarter. Come early for history and cooler streets; linger into evening as harbor lights begin to glow.

  10. Day 16

    Palma de Mallorca, Spain

    Palma rewards an unhurried first walk. From the waterfront, the Gothic towers of La Seu rise above the old city, a landmark shaped over centuries. Inside, soaring columns and Antoni Gaudí’s modernist contributions add a striking note. Beyond the cathedral, lanes lead to shaded courtyards, shops and cafés serving local ensaimada. For a wider view, take a taxi to Bellver Castle, whose circular form overlooks the bay.

  11. Day 17

    Barcelona, Spain

    Barcelona is a Mediterranean port city built on Roman foundations, with Gothic lanes and striking modernist architecture. La Rambla runs from Plaça de Catalunya towards the waterfront and the old town. Gaudí’s Sagrada Família and Park Güell show the city at its most distinctive. Set aside time for a market lunch and a walk through El Born, where medieval streets meet lively cafés. Barcelona’s beaches offer a welcome pause between visits.

Norwegian Escape Cruises

Published August 30, 2026
Last updated October 11, 2026
Author: J. Richard

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