7 days, round-trip Western Mediterranean from Cagliari

About this cruise

7 nights is that sweet spot where you actually start to relax. This sailing from Cagliari on October 14, 2026 visits Palermo, Civitavecchia (Rome), Savona, Marseille and Barcelona and doesn't try to cram in too much. A few ports come in quick succession, which is great for sightseeing but means you'll appreciate the sea days when they arrive. It's a proper Western Mediterranean tour: 3 countries, from Italy to Spain. Palermo alone is worth the trip, Arab-Norman splendour in Sicily's capital. Around 10 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. At 185,010 gross tons, Costa Smeralda is big enough that you can find a quiet corner or a crowd, depending on your mood. The autumn timing is underrated too. Good weather, calmer seas, and a more relaxed ship. Worth booking. That's the short version.