Breezy Mediterranean Riviera – Rome & Barcelona

About this cruise

Long enough to properly switch off but not so long you need to reorganise your entire life. This 7-night sailing from Civitavecchia (Rome) on May 24, 2027 visits La Spezia, Santa Margherita Ligure, Villefranche-sur-Mer, Marseille, Palma de Mallorca and Barcelona. You wind up in Barcelona, so it's worth planning a night or two there. Expect a run of consecutive ports, 6 stops total, with the busiest days packed close together. The sea days around them feel earned. Crossing 3 borders through the Western Mediterranean: Italy, France and Spain. You'll notice the culture shift at every stop. Villefranche-sur-Mer stands out. It's A Riviera gem tucked into a perfect bay. Roughly 11 hours ashore per stop. No need to rush. Explorer Of The Seas takes the food seriously, with 8 restaurants to choose from. 2 are included, and the rest are worth the splurge. Families and groups will find plenty to do: waterslides, shows, multiple pools, and something for every age. And May is a good time to go. Mild weather, things starting to bloom, and fewer people than summer. All in all, it's a solid trip.