7 days, round-trip Western Mediterranean from La Seyne sur Mer St. Tropez

About this cruise

If you want the classic cruise without a massive time commitment, this is a strong option. 7 nights from Toulon on September 25, 2027, visiting Genoa, La Spezia, Civitavecchia (Rome), Salerno and Messina. 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. Warm plazas, gelato by the harbour, and old things everywhere you look. 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. If you've been thinking about a cruise, this 7-night sailing is a strong place to start.