Sunlit Flagstones – Palermo, Rome & Marseille

About this cruise

You board in Palma de Mallorca on December 1, 2026 for 7 nights visiting Palermo, Civitavecchia (Rome), Genoa, Marseille and Barcelona, and you come back from this kind of trip wondering why you don't do it more often. A few ports come in quick succession, which is great for sightseeing but means you'll appreciate the sea days when they arrive. 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. If one port sticks with you, it'll probably be Barcelona, Where Gothic grandeur meets avant-garde genius. Around 9 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. At 185,010 gross tons, Costa Toscana is big enough that you can find a quiet corner or a crowd, depending on your 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 Palma de Mallorca before boarding. It's a good city to wander. A December sailing is basically an excuse to chase the sun for a week or two. It's the kind of trip you actually remember afterwards.