7 days, round-trip Western Mediterranean from Marseilles

About this cruise

Long enough to properly switch off but not so long you need to reorganise your entire life. This 7-night round-trip sailing from Marseille on September 13, 2026 visits Barcelona, Ibiza, Palermo, Civitavecchia (Rome) and Savona. Expect a run of consecutive ports, 5 stops total, with the busiest days packed close together. The sea days around them feel earned. The Western Mediterranean does coastal beauty and good eating in equal measure. People come back from this cruise talking about Civitavecchia (Rome): The Eternal City is just an hour away. Roughly 9 hours ashore per stop. No need to rush. Costa Smeralda carries up to 5,224 guests over 20 decks. Multiple pools, a theatre, and more restaurants than you'll get through. Families and groups will find plenty to do: waterslides, shows, multiple pools, and something for every age. And September is a good call. Still warm, less crowded, and usually cheaper too. 5 ports, 2 countries, one suitcase. That's the appeal.