7 days, round-trip Western Mediterranean from Civitavecchia Rome

About this cruise

7 nights is that sweet spot where you actually start to relax. This sailing from Civitavecchia (Rome) on July 17, 2026 visits Savona, Marseille, Barcelona, Ibiza and Palermo 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. If one port sticks with you, it'll probably be Marseille, France's oldest city, salty and soulful. Around 9 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 timing works well too: warm evenings on deck, late sunsets, and a lively atmosphere. It's the kind of trip you actually remember afterwards.