Sunset Coast – Nice, Portofino & Rome

About this cruise

There's a reason 7-night cruises are the most popular length. This one sails from Barcelona on August 29, 2026 and visits Villefranche-sur-Mer, Portofino, La Spezia, Civitavecchia (Rome) and Naples. The itinerary clusters several port calls together. Fast-paced for a few days, then the sea days hit and you can catch your breath. French Riviera, Amalfi Coast, and everywhere in between. Probably the most popular Med route for a reason. You get around 12 hours in each port, which is enough for an excursion, lunch, and some wandering around on your own. When you're not ashore, Celebrity Xcel (2025) is one of the newer ships out there, with current design and recent tech throughout. An August departure puts you in the best summer conditions: long days, warm nights, plenty of sun. You'll probably start planning the next one before this one's even over.