21 Night Cruise from Marseille

About this cruise

You come back from a trip like this actually rested, not just "I went on vacation" rested. 21 nights from Marseille on November 1, 2026, visiting Genoa, Barcelona and Málaga, with additional stops along the Western Mediterranean. The sailing ends in Rio de Janeiro. The mix of 11 days ashore and 10 at sea means you won't feel like you need a holiday from your holiday. The Western Mediterranean route takes in Italy, Spain, Portugal, Cape Verde and Brazil, 5 countries, and the differences show up in the food, the architecture, and the mood. People come back from this cruise talking about Genoa: Columbus' birthplace, a labyrinth of caruggi. Roughly 9 hours ashore per stop. No need to rush. Costa Diadema carries up to 3,724 guests over 14 decks. Multiple pools, a theatre, and more restaurants than you'll get through. With more nights comes more time for the ship's rhythm to kick in: morning coffee in the same spot, evening shows, late-night conversations on deck. Families and groups will find plenty to do: waterslides, shows, multiple pools, and something for every age. If you can, add a night in Marseille before boarding. It's a good city to wander. And November is a good call. Still warm, less crowded, and usually cheaper too. 11 ports, 5 countries, one suitcase. That's the appeal.