Renaissance Drift – Villefranche, Split & Ravenna

About this cruise

A week or so at sea, a few great ports, and nothing to organise once you're on board. This 9-night sailing from Barcelona on August 19, 2026 visits Villefranche-sur-Mer, Livorno (Florence/Pisa) and Civitavecchia (Rome), with additional stops along the Western Mediterranean. You wind up in Ravenna, so it's worth planning a night or two there. 9 consecutive port days with no time at sea. It's an explore-everything kind of trip. The Western Mediterranean route takes in France, Italy, Greece, Montenegro and Croatia, 5 countries, and the differences show up in the food, the architecture, and the mood. Civitavecchia (Rome) stands out. It's The Eternal City is just an hour away. Roughly 11 hours ashore per stop. No need to rush. Norwegian Viva joined the Norwegian Cruise Line's lineup in 2023. Still has that new-ship feel. 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.