Ocean Discovery – Civitavecchia (Rome), Salerno & Catania

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 Civitavecchia (Rome) on May 9, 2027 visits Salerno, Catania, Livorno (Florence/Pisa), Marseille, Palma de Mallorca and Barcelona. The sailing ends in Barcelona. Expect a run of consecutive ports, 6 stops total, with the busiest days packed close together. The sea days around them feel earned. The Western Mediterranean route takes in Italy, France and Spain, 3 countries, and the differences show up in the food, the architecture, and the mood. People come back from this cruise talking about Catania: Baroque beauty in the shadow of Mount Etna. Roughly 10 hours ashore per stop. No need to rush. Norwegian Epic keeps you well fed. 14 places to eat, with 7 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 Civitavecchia (Rome) before boarding. It's a good city to wander. And May is a good time to go. Mild weather, things starting to bloom, and fewer people than summer. 6 ports, 3 countries, one suitcase. That's the appeal.