Mediterranean Grand Tour – Rome to Barcelona

About this cruise

10 nights is that sweet spot where you actually start to relax. This sailing from Civitavecchia (Rome) on July 7, 2027 visits Salerno, Katakolon and Piraeus (Athens), with additional stops along the Eastern Mediterranean and doesn't try to cram in too much. You get off in Barcelona, which is a good excuse to tack on a few days on land. A few ports come in quick succession, which is great for sightseeing but means you'll appreciate the sea days when they arrive. Crossing 5 borders through the Eastern Mediterranean: Italy, Greece, Türkiye, Malta and Spain. You'll notice the culture shift at every stop. Don't rush through Barcelona, which is known as Where Gothic grandeur meets avant-garde genius. Around 10 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. Carnival Sunshine takes the food seriously, with 15 restaurants to choose from. 8 are included, and the rest are worth the splurge. There are enough performances, events, and social mixers on a cruise this length that you couldn't do them all if you tried. And that's a good problem. Families and groups will find plenty to do: waterslides, shows, multiple pools, and something for every age. The timing works well too: warm evenings on deck, late sunsets, and a lively atmosphere. All told, 7 ports across 10 nights covers a lot.