Western Mediterranean Cruise: Barcelona and Naples — Costa Smeralda, 7 Nights

About Western Mediterranean Cruise: Barcelona and Naples — Costa Smeralda, 7 Nights

7 Nights 8 Days Western Mediterranean cruise aboard the Costa Smeralda. Fly from Istanbul; on arrival, transfer to the port and board the ship. The ship calls at Genoa, Marseille, Barcelona, Cagliari, Naples and Rome in that order. Itinerary summary: Day 1 Istanbul – embarkation port; Day 2 Genoa; Day 3 Marseille; Day 4 Barcelona; Day 5 At sea; Day 6 Cagliari; Day 7 Naples; Day 8 Rome – Istanbul. Cabin options: Promo Inside Cabin Promo. A cabin supplement applies depending on the cabin you select when booking. Departure dates: 16 dates between May 15, 2027 and October 2, 2027. Prices start at €1.099 per person. Included: Scheduled round-trip economy-class flights; Turkish-speaking guide service regardless of the number of passengers; airport–port–airport transfers; airport and port taxes; accommodation in the selected category for the duration of the tour; breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks on board.

Departure Dates

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Istanbul – embarkation port

Flight from Istanbul; transfer to the port upon arrival, embarkation, and cabin check-in. Dinner and overnight on board.

Day 2 — Genoa

Stop at the port of Genoa. Porto Antico and Via Garibaldi can be explored from this port; optional shore excursions are organized for those who wish. Overnight stay on board.

Day 3 — Marseille

Stop at the port of Marseille. The optional “Aix-en-Provence & Marseille City Tour” includes a visit to the Basilica of Notre-Dame de la Garde; those not joining the tour will have free time. Overnight on board.

Day 4 — Barcelona

Stopover at Barcelona port. Sightseeing and free time around La Rambla, Columbus Monument, Barceloneta Beach, Olympic Park, and Plaça de Catalunya during the day. Overnight stay on board.

Day 5 — Cruising at sea

Full day cruising at sea: free time on board with pools, spa, shows, and restaurants. Overnight stay on board.

Day 6 — Cagliari

Stopover at the port of Cagliari. Sightseeing around San Pantaleo Church and free time during the day. Overnight on board.

Day 7 — Naples

Stop at the port of Naples. In the optional "Pompeii & Naples City Tour" program, Pompeii, Mount Vesuvius, and the Royal Palace Square can be seen; free time for those not participating. Overnight stay on board.

Day 8 — Rome – Istanbul

Disembarkation from the ship after breakfast at Rome port. Transfer to the airport and return flight to Istanbul.

Places to Visit

What’s Included

What’s Not Included

Frequently Asked Questions

How many days does the Western Mediterranean cruise with Costa Smeralda last?

The tour is 7 nights 8 days.

Which ports does the ship visit?

Respectively Genoa, Marseille, Barcelona, Cagliari, Naples, Rome.

Which ship operates this tour?

Aboard Costa Smeralda.

Where is the departure, and how is the transportation?

Departing by flight from Istanbul, transferring to the port upon arrival to board the ship; return is also by flight.

What are the departure dates and how much does it cost?

Departure dates: May 15, 2027, June 26, 2027, July 3, 2027, July 10, 2027, July 17, 2027, July 24, 2027, July 31, 2027, August 7, 2027, and 8 more dates. Prices start from €1.099 per person.

What cabin types are available?

Promo Inside Cabin Promo (base price). Difference is per person.

What is included in the price?

Scheduled round-trip economy-class flights; Turkish-speaking guide service regardless of group size; airport-port-airport transfers; airport and port taxes; accommodation in the selected category for the duration of the tour; breakfast, lunch and dinner on board, plus snacks; drinks from the buffet and vending machines located in various areas of the ship; entertainment and shows on board; use of the fitness and sports facilities.

What is not included in the price?

Service fees. €11 per person per day, payable on board. Mandatory; Shore excursions listed as optional in the itinerary; Personal expenses. Domestic connecting flights; Required visa fee; Medical services; All drinks ordered at the ship's bars and restaurants; International departure fee.

Is a visa required?

Since the itinerary calls at ports in the Schengen area, Turkish citizens travelling with an ordinary (burgundy) passport are required to obtain a Schengen visa. As the ship leaves the Schengen area and re-enters, the visa must be multiple-entry.