Sunward Migration – Barcelona, Malaga & Funchal

About this cruise

Block out 11 nights from November 12, 2026 and let this sailing from Genoa do its thing. The route covers Marseille, Barcelona and Málaga, with additional stops along the Western Mediterranean and there's plenty of room to breathe between each stop. The trip wraps in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, so you won't retrace your steps. The mix of 7 days ashore and 3 at sea means you won't feel like you need a holiday from your holiday. The Western Mediterranean route takes in France, Spain and Portugal, 3 countries, and the differences show up in the food, the architecture, and the mood. Keep an eye out for Santa Cruz de Tenerife: Where Teide watches over the harbour. Roughly 9 hours ashore per stop. No need to rush. Costa Smeralda carries up to 5,224 guests over 20 decks. Multiple pools, a theatre, and more restaurants than you'll get through. With more nights comes more time for the ship's rhythm to kick in: morning coffee in the same spot, evening shows, late-night conversations on deck. Families and groups will find plenty to do: waterslides, shows, multiple pools, and something for every age. If you can, add a night in Genoa before boarding. It's a good city to wander. And November is a good call. Still warm, less crowded, and usually cheaper too. That's 11 nights well spent.