Canary Islands Cruise — Costa Smeralda, 13 Nights

About Canary Islands Cruise — Costa Smeralda, 13 Nights

A 13-night, 14-day Canary Islands cruise aboard the Costa Smeralda. Fly from Istanbul and board the ship at the port of Barcelona. The ship calls at Barcelona, Cádiz, Girona, Marseille, Genoa, Cagliari, Naples and Rome in sequence. Itinerary summary: Day 1 Istanbul – Barcelona; Day 2 Barcelona; Day 3 At sea; Day 4 Cádiz; Day 5 At sea; Day 6 Girona; Day 7 Marseille; Day 8 Genoa; Day 9 Marseille; Day 10 Barcelona; Day 11 At sea; Day 12 Cagliari; Day 13 Naples; Day 14 Rome – Istanbul. Cabin options: Interior Cabin Promo, Interior Cabin Classic, Oceanview Cabin Classic, Deck 5 Metal Balcony Cabin, Deck 5, Balcony Cabin, Upper Deck. The cabin supplement is added according to the cabin selected at the time of booking. Departure date: 4 April 2027. Prices start at €1.199 per person. Included: Scheduled round-trip economy-class flights; Turkish-speaking guide services regardless of group size; an economy-class connecting flight from Barcelona to Tenerife with local airlines; 1 night’s hotel accommodation in Barcelona; airport-port-airport transfers; airport and port taxes.

Departure Dates

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Istanbul – Barcelona

Flight from Istanbul to Barcelona; check-in at the hotel upon arrival. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2 — Barcelona

After breakfast, transfer to Barcelona port, embarkation on the ship, and check-in to cabins. Dinner and overnight stay on board.

Day 3 — Cruising at sea

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

Day 4 — Cádiz

Stop at the port of Cádiz. Sightseeing and free time during the day around the Great Mosque of the Almohads, Seville Cathedral, Alcázar Palace, City Hall, and Santa Paula Convent. 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 — Girona

Stopover at Girona port. Sightseeing around Girona Cathedral and free time during the day. Overnight on board.

Day 7 — 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 8 — 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 9 — Marseille

Port stop in Marseille. Free time and sightseeing around the Palais des Papes, Notre-Dame des Doms Cathedral, and the Pont d'Avignon during the day. Overnight on board.

Day 10 — Barcelona

Stopover at the port of Barcelona. Sightseeing around the Roman Amphitheatre and Tarragona Cathedral during the day, followed by free time. Overnight stay on board.

Day 11 — Cruising at sea

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

Day 12 — Cagliari

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

Day 13 — 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 14 — 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 Canary Islands cruise with Costa Smeralda take?

The tour is 13 nights and 14 days.

Which ports does the ship visit?

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

Which ship operates this tour?

Aboard Costa Smeralda.

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: April 4, 2027. Prices start from €1,199 per person.

What cabin types are available?

Inside Cabin Promo (base price), Inside Cabin Classic (+€100), Outside Cabin Classic (+€500), Deck 5 Iron Balcony Cabin, Deck 5 (+€700), Upper Deck Balcony Cabin (+€800). The supplement is per person.

What is included in the price?

Round-trip scheduled economy-class flights; Turkish-speaking guide service regardless of group size; economy-class connecting flight from Barcelona to Tenerife with a local airline; 1 Night Hotel Stay in Barcelona; airport-port-airport transfers; airport and port taxes; accommodation in the selected category throughout the tour; breakfast, lunch and dinner on board, plus snacks; drinks from the buffet and vending machines 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.

Is there a Turkish-speaking guide?

Yes, Turkish-speaking tour leader service is included in the price.