Ocean Discovery – Civitavecchia (Rome), Savona & Marseille

About this cruise

7 nights is that sweet spot where you actually start to relax. This sailing from Palermo on August 20, 2026 visits Civitavecchia (Rome), Genoa, Marseille, Barcelona and Ibiza and doesn't try to cram in too much. A few ports come in quick succession, which is great for sightseeing but means you'll appreciate the sea days when they arrive. It's a proper Western Mediterranean tour: 3 countries, from Italy to Spain. People come back from this cruise talking about Marseille: France's oldest city, salty and soulful. Around 9 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. At 185,010 gross tons, Costa Smeralda is big enough that you can find a quiet corner or a crowd, depending on your mood. The timing works well too: warm evenings on deck, late sunsets, and a lively atmosphere. 5 ports, 3 countries, one suitcase. That's the appeal.