How much does a Mediterranean cruise cost?

An inside cabin for 7 nights starts from €400–500 per person (double occupancy) in low season (Nov–Mar), €600–900 in an oceanview, and €700–1,200 with a balcony. Prices are higher in summer. Port charges and the daily service charge are not included.

What's included in a Mediterranean "all-inclusive" cruise?

With MSC, Costa, and Royal Caribbean, the base fare covers the cabin, full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks), onboard entertainment, pools, and the gym. Not included: alcohol, shore excursions, spa, speciality restaurants, gratuities. True all-inclusive — with alcohol and excursions — is found only in the ultra-luxury segment (The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection).

When is the best time to go on a Mediterranean cruise?

April–May and September–October are optimal: warm weather without summer heat, moderate prices, and minimal crowds in port. Peak season is July–August (premium pricing, book 6–8 months ahead). November–March offers the lowest prices but suits city sightseeing rather than beach time.

What's the difference between Western and Eastern Mediterranean cruises?

The Western Mediterranean covers Barcelona, Genoa, Rome, Naples, Marseille, Malta, and Sicily — newer ships, easier logistics, the better option for families with children. The Eastern Mediterranean covers the Greek Islands, Turkey, Croatia, and Venice — older fleet, historic ports, the choice for experienced cruisers.

Which Mediterranean cruise is best for a first-timer?

A 7-night Western Mediterranean loop with MSC or Costa from Barcelona, Genoa, or Rome. Pricing: €500–700 per person in an oceanview cabin. The loop format means the cruise starts and ends in the same port, which simplifies booking flights.

Can you join a Mediterranean cruise from Eastern Europe?

There are no direct embarkations from Eastern European countries. Travellers typically fly via Warsaw, Budapest, Istanbul, or Chișinău into the main ports — Barcelona, Rome (Fiumicino), Genoa (Milan), Venice, or Athens — and overnight in the embarkation city before boarding.

Which ships sail the Mediterranean in 2026?

The region is served by MSC Cruises (including the premium MSC Yacht Club), Costa Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises, Oceania Cruises, Azamara, and the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection. MSC has the largest year-round presence in Europe — in winter, its Mediterranean deployment is the broadest of any line.

Are Mediterranean cruises safe in 2026?

Yes. All major lines (MSC, Costa, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian) operate on schedule. The Mediterranean is not flagged as a high-risk shipping zone by the IMO. Standard travel insurance covers the typical cruise risks — from lost luggage to onboard medical incidents.

Sea cruises across the Mediterranean, page: 189: prices, schedule, promotions, reservation for 2026/2027/2028 year

Search Cruise

Region

Class of company

Company

Liners

Departure

Nights

Port

Visited cities

Language Service

Other options

Cruise is loop

Rivers

Class of company

Company

Liners

Departure

Nights

Port

Visited cities

Language Service

Showing 1,881 to 1,890 of 9,487 entries (Page 189)

Date Start Price

Everything / Italy

MSC Yacht Club Splendida

Istanbul / Turkey

Kusadasi (Ephesus) / Turkey

Split / Croatia

Corfu / Greece

Piraeus (Athens) / Greece

Trieste / Italy

Cruise itinerary

Piraeus (Athens) / Greece

9 nights Piraeus, Kusadasi, Istanbul, Corfu, Bari, Trieste, Split, Piraeus

Liner: MSC Yacht Club Splendida MSC Yacht Club

Tue 04 May 2027 - Thu 13 May 2027

9 nights

From 3 589€ per 1 person in DBL

Find more

Savona / Italy

Costa Favolosa

Barcelona / Spain

Savona / Italy

Marseille / France

Italy, Spain, France SVN04A37

Liner: Costa Favolosa Costa Cruises

Wed 05 May 2027 - Sun 09 May 2027

4 nights

From 479€ per 1 person in DBL

Find more

Cadiz / Spain

Lisbon / Portugal

Tangier / Morocco

Casablanca / Morocco

Alicante / Spain

Costa Serena

Tarragona / Spain

Barcelona / Spain

Cartagena (Bolívar) / Colombia

Spain, Portugal, Morocco BCN09A0Q

Liner: Costa Serena Costa Cruises

Wed 05 May 2027 - Fri 14 May 2027

9 nights

From 799€ per 1 person in DBL

Find more

Barcelona / Spain

Naples / Italy

Cruise itinerary

Marseille / France

Genoa / Italy

Cagliari, island of Sardinia / Italy

Rome (Civitavecchia) / Italy

Costa Smeralda

Naples / Italy

Italy, France, Spain NAP07A3U

Liner: Costa Smeralda Costa Cruises

Wed 05 May 2027 - Wed 12 May 2027

7 nights

From 819€ per 1 person in DBL

Find more

Ibiza / Spain

MSC Fantasia

Blood / France

Cruise itinerary

Rome (Civitavecchia) / Italy

Barcelona / Spain

Cagliari, island of Sardinia / Italy

Livorno / Italy

7 nights Cannes, Barcelona, Ibiza, Cagliari, Civitavecchia, Livorno, Cannes

Liner: MSC Fantasia MSC Cruises

Wed 05 May 2027 - Wed 12 May 2027

7 nights

From 849€ per 1 person in DBL

Find more

Palma de Mallorca / Spain

MSC World Europa

Barcelona / Spain

Rome (Civitavecchia) / Italy

Marseille / France

Genoa / Italy

Cruise itinerary

Spice / Italy

Rome (Civitavecchia) / Italy

7 nights Civitavecchia, Palma de Mallorca, Barcelona, Marseille, Genoa, La Spezia, Civitavecchia

Liner: MSC World Europa MSC Cruises

Wed 05 May 2027 - Wed 12 May 2027

7 nights

From 949€ per 1 person in DBL

Find more

Cruise itinerary

Sicily Palermo / Italy

Genoa / Italy

Marseille / France

MSC Seaview

Valletta / Malta

Barcelona / Spain

Naples / Italy

7 nights Naples, Palermo, Valletta, Barcelona, Marseille, Genoa, Naples

Liner: MSC Seaview MSC Cruises

Wed 05 May 2027 - Wed 12 May 2027

7 nights

From 969€ per 1 person in DBL

Find more

Marseille / France

Tarragona / Spain

MSC Magnifica

Cruise itinerary

Bilbao / Spain

Brest / France

Warnemünde / Germany

La Rochelle / France

Rome (Civitavecchia) / Italy

Genoa / Italy

La Coruna / Spain

12 nights Civitavecchia,Genoa,Marseille,Tarragona,La Coruna,Bilbao,La Rochelle,Brest,Warnemunde

Liner: MSC Magnifica MSC Cruises

Wed 05 May 2027 - Mon 17 May 2027

12 nights

From 1 099€ per 1 person in DBL

Find more

MSC World Asia

Valletta / Malta

Naples / Italy

Cruise itinerary

Valletta / Malta

Barcelona / Spain

Marseille / France

Genoa / Italy

Messina, o. Sicily / Italy

7 nights Valletta, Barcelona, Marseille, Genoa, Naples, Messina, Valletta

Liner: MSC World Asia MSC Cruises

Wed 05 May 2027 - Wed 12 May 2027

7 nights

From 1 129€ per 1 person in DBL

Find more

Gibraltar / Great Britain

Malaga / Spain

Cadiz / Spain

Cruise itinerary

Marseille / France

MSC Sinfonia

Alicante / Spain

Genoa / Italy

Casablanca / Morocco

Rome (Civitavecchia) / Italy

Alicante / Spain

10 nights Alicante, Civitavecchia, Genoa, Marseille, Malaga, Casablanca, Cadiz, Gibraltar, Alicante

Liner: MSC Sinfonia MSC Cruises

Wed 05 May 2027 - Sat 15 May 2027

10 nights

From 1 229€ per 1 person in DBL

Find more

Piraeus (Athens) / Greece

Corfu / Greece

MSC Yacht Club Splendida

Split / Croatia

Piraeus (Athens) / Greece

Istanbul / Turkey

Cruise itinerary

Trieste / Italy

Everything / Italy

Kusadasi (Ephesus) / Turkey

9 nights Piraeus, Kusadasi, Istanbul, Corfu, Bari, Trieste, Split, Piraeus

Liner: MSC Yacht Club Splendida MSC Yacht Club

Tue 04 May 2027 - Thu 13 May 2027

9 nights