Mediterranean Escape – Barcelona to Ravenna

About this cruise

A week or so at sea, a few great ports, and nothing to organise once you're on board. This 7-night sailing from Barcelona on August 2, 2027 visits Toulon, Villefranche-sur-Mer, Civitavecchia (Rome), Salerno, Messina and Ravenna. You wind up in Ravenna, 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. Roman ruins at one stop, Renaissance piazzas at the next. Centuries of history at every quay. 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 keeps you well fed. 8 places to eat, with 2 included in the fare and a few specialty spots if you're in the mood. Families and groups will find plenty to do: waterslides, shows, multiple pools, and something for every age. If you can, add a night in Barcelona before boarding. It's a good city to wander. And August means long, warm days. Good for the ports, good for the pool. All in all, it's a solid trip.