Destination

Mediterranean

When to sail, where you leave from, which ships go, and one call to book.

April-October 6 lines Sails from Europe

What to expect

Two cruises in one region: the Western Med (Spain, France, Italy) leans to art cities and beaches, while the Eastern Med (Greece and the Adriatic) is all whitewashed islands and ancient ruins. Warm, port-intensive, and almost always round-trip from a European city.

Best time to sail

April-October.

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Typical ports of call

Barcelona

A top embarkation city, Gaudí, Las Ramblas and beaches.

Rome (Civitavecchia)

The port for Rome and the Vatican.

Naples

Gateway to Pompeii, the Amalfi Coast and Capri.

Santorini

The iconic caldera cliffs and blue domes of the Greek isles.

Mykonos

Windmills, whitewashed lanes and beaches.

Dubrovnik

Croatia's walled Adriatic old town.

Palma de Mallorca

A Balearic port with a grand cathedral and coves.

Exact stops vary by ship and sailing, a specialist matches the itinerary to what you want to see. Photos are illustrative.

Getting there

These cruises almost always start and end at a European port, so you'll fly in and often add a night before. We help you pick the sailing and plan the routing, call and we'll sort it.

Which line fits this trip

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MSC Cruises

European style

European style across a modern global fleet. Guide →

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Celebrity

Premium modern

Modern, adults-leaning ships with a refined feel. Guide →

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Princess

Relaxed premium

Relaxed premium sailing with strong itineraries. Guide →

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Royal Caribbean

Big-ship resort

Big, activity-packed ships for families and first-timers. Guide →

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Holland America

Classic premium

Classic, destination-focused cruising. Guide →

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Cunard

Ocean liner

Ocean-liner tradition and formal elegance. Guide →

Documents & practicalities

A valid passport is required, these itineraries start abroad and visit multiple countries. Check visa rules for your nationality and each country on the route before you book.