Western Mediterranean Cruise: Marseille and Florence — Norwegian Epic, 7 Nights

About Western Mediterranean Cruise: Marseille and Florence — Norwegian Epic, 7 Nights

7 Nights 8 Days Western Mediterranean cruise aboard Norwegian Epic. Fly from Istanbul and board the ship at the port of Barcelona. The ship calls at Barcelona, Nice, Marseille, Florence, Messina, Salerno (Amalfi Coast), and Rome in that order. Itinerary summary: Day 1 Istanbul – Barcelona; Day 2 Nice; Day 3 Marseille; Day 4 Florence; Day 5 At sea; Day 6 Messina; Day 7 Salerno (Amalfi Coast); Day 8 Rome – Istanbul. Cabin options: Promo Inside Cabin, Standard Inside Cabin, Standard Balcony Cabin. The cabin price difference is added according to the cabin you select when booking. Departure dates: 6 dates, between 1 June 2027 and 24 August 2027. Prices start at €1.599 per person. Included in the price: 7 nights' accommodation aboard the ship in the selected cabin category; Full Board meals on the ship; Scheduled round-trip flights.

Departure Dates

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Istanbul – Barcelona

Flight from Istanbul; upon arrival transfer to Barcelona port, embarkation on the ship and settling into cabins. Dinner and overnight stay on board.

Day 2 — Nice

The ship docks at Nice port at 09:00. Sightseeing around Monaco, Monte Carlo, Prince's Palace, and Casino Square, plus free time during the day. Overnight stay on board.

Day 3 — Marseille

The ship docks at the port of Marseille at 07:00. The Old Port (Vieux-Port) and Notre-Dame de la Garde Basilica can be visited from here; optional shore excursions are available. Overnight on board.

Day 4 — Florence

The ship docks at Florence port at 07:30. Tour around the Duomo and free time during the day. Overnight 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 — Messina

The ship docks at Messina port at 07:00. Sightseeing around the Duomo, Messina Cathedral, and the Astronomical Clock Tower during the day, followed by free time. Overnight on board.

Day 7 — Salerno (Amalfi Coast)

The ship docks at the port of Salerno (Amalfi Coast) at 07:00. Sightseeing and free time around Positano and Amalfi during the day. Overnight on board.

Day 8 — Rome – Istanbul

The ship arrives at the port of Rome at 06:00; disembarkation after breakfast. 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 on Norwegian Epic last?

The tour is 7 nights 8 days.

Which ports does the ship visit?

Barcelona, Nice, Marseille, Florence, Messina, Salerno (Amalfi Coast), and Rome, respectively.

Which ship operates this tour?

Aboard the Norwegian Epic ship.

Where is the departure, and how is the transportation?

Fly from Istanbul to the port of Barcelona to board the ship; return is also by air.

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

Departure dates: 1 June 2027, 29 June 2027, 13 July 2027, 27 July 2027, 10 August 2027, 24 August 2027. Price per person starting from €1,599.

What cabin types are available?

Interior Cabin Promo (base price), Interior Cabin Standard (+€100), Balcony Cabin Standard (+€700). Difference is per person.

What is included in the price?

7 nights accommodation on board in the selected cabin category; Full board meals on board; Round-trip scheduled flights.

What is not included in the price?

Ship gratuities; Visa fees; Meals at specialty restaurants; Alcoholic beverages; Soda and certain non-alcoholic beverages; Spa and salon services; Shore excursions; Internet / Wifi access; Laundry service; Personal expenses.

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.