7 days, round-trip Western Mediterranean from Genoa Portofino

About this cruise

If you want the classic cruise without a massive time commitment, this is a strong option. 7 nights from Genoa on October 3, 2027, visiting La Spezia, Civitavecchia (Rome), Salerno, Messina and Toulon. There's a stretch of back-to-back port days, so those days are busy, but the sea days around them give you time to recharge. French Riviera, Amalfi Coast, and everywhere in between. Probably the most popular Med route for a reason. Most ports give you about 9 hours, so you can do more than just tick off the main sights. As for the ship itself, Costa Fascinosa: 3,014 guests, 13 decks. Entertainment, dining, and enough space that it never feels cramped. Being shoulder season helps: golden light, comfortable weather, and shorter queues at the popular spots. You'll probably start planning the next one before this one's even over.