Mediterranean Grand Tour – Rome to Barcelona

About this cruise

Long enough to properly switch off but not so long you need to reorganise your entire life. This 10-night sailing from Civitavecchia (Rome) on September 29, 2027 visits Naples, Mykonos and Izmir, with additional stops along the Western Mediterranean. Disembarkation is in Barcelona. Expect a run of consecutive ports, 7 stops total, with the busiest days packed close together. The sea days around them feel earned. The Western Mediterranean route takes in Italy, Greece, Türkiye, Malta and Spain, 5 countries, and the differences show up in the food, the architecture, and the mood. If one port sticks with you, it'll probably be Izmir, Turkey's laid-back Aegean metropolis. Roughly 10 hours ashore per stop. No need to rush. Carnival Sunshine keeps you well fed. 15 places to eat, with 8 included in the fare and a few specialty spots if you're in the mood. The shows alone are worth the extra nights. You'll catch comedy, music, theatre, and themed evenings you'd miss on a shorter trip. Families and groups will find plenty to do: waterslides, shows, multiple pools, and something for every age. If you can, add a night in Civitavecchia (Rome) before boarding. It's a good city to wander. And September is a good call. Still warm, less crowded, and usually cheaper too. It's the kind of trip you actually remember afterwards.