What are Europe cruises known for?

Europe cruises are known for combining iconic cities, historic landmarks, diverse cultures, world-famous cuisine, scenic coastlines, and unforgettable experiences. Popular highlights include destinations such as Barcelona, Athens, Santorini, Venice, Paris, London, and the Norwegian Fjords.

What are the most popular Europe cruise destinations?

Popular Europe cruise destinations include the Mediterranean, Greek Isles, Baltic Sea, Norwegian Fjords, British Isles, Iceland, Western Europe, and cities such as Barcelona, Rome, Athens, Venice, Amsterdam, and Copenhagen.

When is the best time to take a Europe cruise?

May, June, and September are often considered the best months for a Europe cruise due to pleasant temperatures, fewer crowds, and favorable sightseeing conditions. Summer cruises from July through August are also popular but tend to have larger crowds and warmer weather.

How long are Europe cruises?

Europe cruises typically range from 7 to 14 nights, although shorter and longer itineraries are available. Seven-night Mediterranean and Greek Isles cruises are among the most popular options.

Which cruise lines offer Europe cruises?

Many major cruise lines offer Europe itineraries, including Princess Cruises, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line, Celebrity Cruises, Holland America Line, MSC Cruises, Cunard, Oceania Cruises, and Viking.

Where do Europe cruises depart from?

Europe cruises commonly depart from major ports such as Barcelona, Rome (Civitavecchia), Athens (Piraeus), Venice, Southampton, Amsterdam, Copenhagen, Lisbon, and Istanbul. Some itineraries also depart from North America on transatlantic voyages.

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What Is a Europe Cruise?

A Europe cruise covers destinations across the Mediterranean, Baltic Sea, Norwegian Fjords, and British Isles, with most sailings running April through November. Voyages range from 1 to 243 nights. iCruise offers over 19,000 Europe sailings across ocean and river cruise options, with fares starting from $79 per person.

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Europe Cruise Quick Facts

Sub-Regions on iCruise	Mediterranean, Baltic Sea, Norwegian Fjords, British Isles, Greek Isles, Northern Europe, Western Europe, Europe River Cruises
Peak Season	May through September (1,700-1,978 sailings/month). Winter drops to 550-1,050.
Starting Prices	From $79/person (shoulder months). Peak summer from $313-$459.
Departure Cities	Barcelona, Southampton, Amsterdam, Copenhagen, Athens (Piraeus), Rome (Civitavecchia), and many more
Cruise Lines	30+ lines including Viking, Celebrity, Royal Caribbean, Princess, Holland America, MSC, Norwegian, plus river lines
Ideal For	History and culture enthusiasts, foodies, couples, multi-generational families, repeat cruisers

What Does a European Cruise Cost?

Season	Months	From Price (per person)	Sailings/Month
Winter	November-March	From $79	~550-1,274 sailings/month
Shoulder	April, October	From $82	~1,567-1,819 sailings/month
Peak Summer	May-September	From $313	~1,641-1,978 sailings/month

Prices are per person, double occupancy, cruise only, and subject to change. River cruises may have different pricing structures.

Europe Cruise Highlights

There's something to suit every taste in Europe. History buffs will love exploring Notre Dame cathedral in Paris and La Sagrada Familia in Barcelona. Thrill seekers can ride ATVs in Mykonos or go ziplining in Switzerland. Beach bums have their choice of beautiful turquoise waters in places like Cinque Terre, Italy; Lisbon, Portugal; and Split, Croatia. Europe has it all, and is well-suited for families, honeymooners and solo travelers alike.

Popular Europe Cruise Ports & Regions

There is tons to explore on this continent - deciding where to go first can be the toughest part. With options all over the continent, you have plenty of destinations to choose from. Cruises generally sail to one of these three regions:

The Mediterranean: Known for its beautiful beaches, rich food and ancient ruins, the Mediterranean includes ports in Greece, Spain, Italy, Turkey and more. Discover the Acropolis in Athens, taste delicious paella in Barcelona or relax down a canal on a gondola in Venice.
Northern Europe: The magical cities of Northern Europe are straight out of a fairytale - you can traipse through the fjords in Norway, get lost in the magnificent Winter Palace in Russia and zoom down the Swiss Alps in Switzerland.
Western Europe: Soak in the culture, art and history of Western Europe in ports throughout France, Germany, the U.K. and more. Cruises will take you to bucket-list cities like London, Paris and Amsterdam where you can explore museums, churches, and cathedrals.

When is the Best Time to Go to Europe?

May, June and September are ideal months to visit Europe. You'll skip out on the July and August heat and the peak-summer-time crowds. Temperatures differ across the continent, but these months tend to be fairly mild throughout. The summer also boasts many music festivals and exciting events across Europe.

What Cruise Lines Go to Europe?

European cruises are especially popular on premium and luxury cruise lines. Here are a few lines that excel in travel to Europe:

Princess Cruises: Princess offers it all, with itineraries in the Mediterranean and Greek Isles, Scandinavia and the Norwegian Fjords, the British Isles and Northern Europe, and Transatlantic cruises. Most cruises are seven days or longer, giving you plenty of time to see the sights and enjoy time on a luxurious Princess vessel.
Holland America: Having started in Europe, Holland America is uniquely prepared to bring you to the best spots in Europe. Enjoy long days in port, one-of-a-kind shore excursions and elegant, spacious accommodations. Holland sails to ports in the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Iceland and more.
Oceania: Sail to unique locations with Oceania. Along with popular ports like Santorini and Venice, Oceania travels to ports in Malta, Montenegro, and Slovenia, and to five ports in nearby Egypt. Explore Europe your way on an Oceania cruise, while also taking advantage of Oceania's delicious cuisine, personalized service and fascinating enrichment programs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a Mediterranean cruise and a Baltic cruise?

Mediterranean cruises visit southern Europe (Barcelona, Rome, Santorini) with warm weather and ancient history. Baltic cruises sail northern Europe (Copenhagen, Stockholm, Helsinki) focusing on architecture and Nordic culture.

Do I need a visa for a Europe cruise?

U.S. and Canadian citizens generally do not need a Schengen visa for cruise port visits under 90 days. Citizens of other countries should check entry requirements for their specific itinerary. All travelers need a valid passport.

What is a European river cruise?

A river cruise sails smaller ships along inland waterways like the Rhine, Danube, or Seine. iCruise offers river cruises from Viking, AMA Waterways, Avalon, Uniworld, Tauck, and Scenic.

Can I combine a transatlantic crossing with a Europe cruise?

Yes. Many travelers book a one-way transatlantic repositioning cruise to reach Europe, then connect with a European itinerary. Repositioning cruises head east in April/May and return west in September/October.

How many Europe cruise options does iCruise offer?

iCruise lists over 19,000 Europe sailings across eight sub-categories: Mediterranean, Baltic, Norwegian Fjords, British Isles, Greek Isles, Northern Europe, Western Europe, and European River Cruises.

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Mediterranean Cruises | Baltic Sea Cruises | Norwegian Fjords Cruises
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Europe Cruises Calendar
Popular Europe Cruises

Month	Number of Cruises	From Price
Sep 2026	1208 cruises	$69
Oct 2026	1643 cruises	$82
Nov 2026	1129 cruises	$149
Dec 2026	882 cruises	$287
Jan 2027	452 cruises	$129
Feb 2027	418 cruises	$79
Mar 2027	942 cruises	$125
Apr 2027	1574 cruises	$79
May 2027	1865 cruises	$279
Jun 2027	1786 cruises	$499
Jul 2027	1879 cruises	$457
Aug 2027	1920 cruises	$459
Sep 2027	1752 cruises	$490
Oct 2027	1734 cruises	$92
Nov 2027	1164 cruises	$328
Dec 2027	938 cruises	$643
Jan 2028	441 cruises	$249
Feb 2028	467 cruises	$593
Mar 2028	908 cruises	$319
Apr 2028	1307 cruises	$229
May 2028	1418 cruises	$859
Jun 2028	1392 cruises	$554
Jul 2028	1478 cruises	$1,039
Aug 2028	1417 cruises	$849
Sep 2028	1308 cruises	$930
Oct 2028	1181 cruises	$389
Nov 2028	620 cruises	$436
Dec 2028	379 cruises	$819
Jan 2029	53 cruises	$1,414
Feb 2029	37 cruises	$3,099
Mar 2029	62 cruises	$3,999
Apr 2029	55 cruises	$3,899
May 2029	61 cruises	$6,599
Jun 2029	48 cruises	Call For Price
Jul 2029	58 cruises	Call For Price
Aug 2029	29 cruises	Call For Price
Sep 2029	3 cruises	Call For Price
May 2030	15 cruises	Call For Price
Jun 2030	24 cruises	Call For Price
Jul 2030	26 cruises	Call For Price
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Sep 2030	22 cruises	Call For Price
Oct 2030	1 cruises	Call For Price

7 Night Western Mediterranean Cruise from Barcelona	Duration	Priced from
Legend of the Seas Royal Caribbean Cruises 29 Sail Dates: 9/13; 9/17; 9/20; 9/27; 10/1; 10/8; 10/15; 10/18; 5/9/27; 5/13/27; See More Starting Port: Barcelona, Spain Ending Port: Barcelona, Spain Ports of Call: Barcelona, Palma de Mallorca, Marseille, La Spezia, Civitavecchia (Rome), Naples, Barcelona	7 Nights	$1,468 per person (double occupancy)

7 Night Greek Isles Cruise from Civitavecchia (Rome)	Duration	Priced from
Odyssey of the Seas Royal Caribbean Cruises 29 Sail Dates: 9/13; 9/20; 9/27; 10/4; 5/9/27; 5/16/27; 5/23/27; 5/30/27; 6/6/27; 6/13/27; See More Starting Port: Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy Ending Port: Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy Ports of Call: Civitavecchia (Rome), Santorini, Kusadasi (Ephesus), Mykonos, Naples, Civitavecchia (Rome)	7 Nights	$950 per person (double occupancy)

7 Night Western Mediterranean Cruise from Barcelona	Duration	Priced from
Legend of the Seas Royal Caribbean Cruises 28 Sail Dates: 9/13; 9/17; 9/20; 9/27; 10/1; 10/8; 10/15; 10/18; 5/9/27; 5/13/27; See More Starting Port: Barcelona, Spain Ending Port: Barcelona, Spain Ports of Call: Barcelona, Palma de Mallorca, Marseille, La Spezia, Civitavecchia (Rome), Naples, Barcelona	7 Nights	$1,468 per person (double occupancy)

16 Night Ring of Kerry Tour 3A Cruise and Land Tour from Shannon	Duration	Priced from
Majestic Princess Princess Cruises 27 Sail Dates: 4/3/27; 4/15/27; 4/27/27; 5/9/27; 5/21/27; 6/2/27; 7/8/27; 7/20/27; 8/1/27; 8/13/27; See More Starting Port: Shannon, Ireland Ending Port: Southampton, United Kingdom Ports of Call: Shannon, Limerick Ireland, Cliffs of Moher, Killimer, Ferry Travel, Tarbert, Killarney...	16 Nights	$3,777 per person (double occupancy)

12 Night British Isles with France and Belfast Cruise from Southampton	Duration	Priced from
Majestic Princess Princess Cruises 24 Sail Dates: 9/7; 4/7/27; 4/19/27; 5/1/27; 5/13/27; 5/25/27; 6/6/27; 7/12/27; 7/24/27; 8/5/27; See More Starting Port: Southampton, United Kingdom Ending Port: Southampton, United Kingdom Ports of Call: Southampton, Falmouth, Cork (Cobh), Dun Laoghaire, Liverpool, Belfast, Greenock, Invergordon...	12 Nights	$1,749 per person (double occupancy)

21 Night The Best of the Mediterranean Cruise from Athens (Port of Piraeus)	Duration	Priced from
Sun Princess Princess Cruises 20 Sail Dates: 9/12; 9/19; 9/26; 10/3; 10/10; 4/11/27; 4/18/27; 4/25/27; 5/2/27; 5/9/27; See More Starting Port: Athens (Port of Piraeus), Greece Ending Port: Barcelona, Spain Ports of Call: Athens (Port of Piraeus), Bar, Corfu, Messina, Santorini, Mykonos, Kusadasi (Ephesus), Souda Bay...	21 Nights	$2,701 per person (double occupancy)

21 Night The Best of the Mediterranean Cruise from Athens (Port of Piraeus)	Duration	Priced from
Sun Princess Princess Cruises 20 Sail Dates: 9/12; 9/19; 9/26; 10/3; 10/10; 4/11/27; 4/18/27; 4/25/27; 5/2/27; 5/9/27; See More Starting Port: Athens (Port of Piraeus), Greece Ending Port: Barcelona, Spain Ports of Call: Athens (Port of Piraeus), Bar, Corfu, Messina, Santorini, Mykonos, Kusadasi (Ephesus), Souda Bay...	21 Nights	$2,701 per person (double occupancy)

14 Night Mediterranean with Greece Italy and Turkey Cruise from Barcelona	Duration	Priced from
Sun Princess Princess Cruises 20 Sail Dates: 9/19; 10/10; 4/11/27; 5/2/27; 5/23/27; 8/15/27; 9/5/27; 9/26/27; 10/17/27; 3/5/28; See More Starting Port: Barcelona, Spain Ending Port: Athens (Port of Piraeus), Greece Ports of Call: Barcelona, Palma de Mallorca, Marseille, Genoa, Ajaccio, La Spezia, Civitavecchia (Rome), Naples...	14 Nights	$2,139 per person (double occupancy)

14 Night Mediterranean with Greece Turkey and Adriatic Cruise from Civitavecchia (Rome)	Duration	Priced from
Sun Princess Princess Cruises 19 Sail Dates: 9/26; 10/17; 4/18/27; 5/9/27; 5/30/27; 8/22/27; 9/12/27; 10/3/27; 10/24/27; 3/12/28; See More Starting Port: Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy Ending Port: Barcelona, Spain Ports of Call: Civitavecchia (Rome), Naples, Souda Bay, Kusadasi (Ephesus), Mykonos, Athens (Port of Piraeus)...	14 Nights	$2,073 per person (double occupancy)

7 Night Mediterranean with Italy and Turkey Cruise from Civitavecchia (Rome)	Duration	Priced from
Sun Princess Princess Cruises 19 Sail Dates: 9/26; 10/17; 4/18/27; 5/9/27; 5/30/27; 8/22/27; 9/12/27; 10/3/27; 10/24/27; 3/12/28; See More Starting Port: Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy Ending Port: Athens (Port of Piraeus), Greece Ports of Call: Civitavecchia (Rome), Naples, Souda Bay, Kusadasi (Ephesus), Mykonos, Athens (Port of Piraeus)	7 Nights	$1,114 per person (double occupancy)

7 Night Norwegian Fjords Cruise from Southampton	Duration	Priced from
Queen Anne Cunard Line 19 Sail Dates: 6/20/27; 7/18/27; 7/25/27; 8/1/27; 8/8/27; 8/15/27; 8/22/27; 8/29/27; 9/5/27; 9/24/27; See More Starting Port: Southampton, United Kingdom Ending Port: Southampton, United Kingdom Ports of Call: Southampton, Stavanger, Bergen, Olden, Hardangerfjord, Southampton	7 Nights	$929 per person (double occupancy)

7 Night Westbound Transatlantic Crossing Cruise from Southampton	Duration	Priced from
Queen Mary 2 Cunard Line 19 Sail Dates: 9/19; 12/12; 5/12/27; 6/7/27; 6/25/27; 8/13/27; 9/10/27; 10/13/27; 11/12/27; 12/14/27; See More Starting Port: Southampton, United Kingdom Ending Port: Brooklyn, New York, United States Ports of Call: Southampton, Brooklyn	7 Nights	$829 per person (double occupancy)

7 Night Western Mediterranean with Italy Cruise from Barcelona	Duration	Priced from
Sun Princess Princess Cruises 19 Sail Dates: 9/19; 10/10; 4/11/27; 5/2/27; 5/23/27; 8/15/27; 9/5/27; 9/26/27; 10/17/27; 3/5/28; See More Starting Port: Barcelona, Spain Ending Port: Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy Ports of Call: Barcelona, Ibiza, Ajaccio, Marseille, Genoa, La Spezia, Civitavecchia (Rome)	7 Nights	$1,039 per person (double occupancy)

7 Night Mediterranean with Greece and Adriatic Cruise from Athens (Port of Piraeus)	Duration	Priced from
Sun Princess Princess Cruises 18 Sail Dates: 9/12; 4/25/27; 5/16/27; 6/6/27; 8/29/27; 9/19/27; 10/10/27; 10/31/27; 3/19/28; 4/9/28; See More Starting Port: Athens (Port of Piraeus), Greece Ending Port: Barcelona, Spain Ports of Call: Athens (Port of Piraeus), Heraklion, Bar, Corfu, Messina, Barcelona	7 Nights	$1,104 per person (double occupancy)

13 Night Classic Italy Tour 4A Cruise and Land Tour from Venice	Duration	Priced from
Sun Princess Princess Cruises 17 Sail Dates: 4/12/27; 5/3/27; 5/24/27; 8/16/27; 9/6/27; 9/27/27; 10/18/27; 3/6/28; 3/27/28; 4/17/28; See More Starting Port: Venice, Italy Ending Port: Athens (Port of Piraeus), Greece Ports of Call: Venice, Train Travel, Florence, San Gimignano, Rome, Civitavecchia (Rome), Naples, Palermo...	13 Nights	$4,747 per person (double occupancy)

7 Night Best of Greece Cruise from Athens (Port of Piraeus)	Duration	Priced from
Celebrity Infinity Celebrity Cruises 17 Sail Dates: 5/30/27; 6/6/27; 6/20/27; 6/27/27; 7/11/27; 7/18/27; 8/1/27; 8/8/27; 5/21/28; 5/28/28; See More Starting Port: Athens (Port of Piraeus), Greece Ending Port: Athens (Port of Piraeus), Greece Ports of Call: Athens (Port of Piraeus), Mykonos, Kusadasi (Ephesus), Rhodes, Santorini, Hydra...	7 Nights	$1,005 per person (double occupancy)

7 Night Mediterranean Cruise from Civitavecchia (Rome)	Duration	Priced from
Norwegian Epic Norwegian Cruise Line 17 Sail Dates: 9/13; 9/20; 9/27; 10/4; 10/11; 10/18; 10/25; 5/2/27; 5/9/27; 5/16/27; See More Starting Port: Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy Ending Port: Barcelona, Spain Ports of Call: Civitavecchia (Rome), Salerno, Catania, Livorno, Villefranche, Marseille, Barcelona	7 Nights	$749 per person (double occupancy)

7 Night Danube Budapest and Vienna Cruise from Budapest	Duration	Priced from
Celebrity Seeker Celebrity Cruises 17 Sail Dates: 10/21/27; 11/4/27; 11/18/27; 3/23/28; 4/6/28; 4/20/28; 5/4/28; 6/1/28; 6/15/28; 7/13/28; See More Starting Port: Budapest, Hungary Ending Port: Vilshofen, Germany Ports of Call: Budapest, Bratislava, Hainburg, Vienna, Melk, Engelhartszell, Vilshofen	7 Nights	$3,299 per person (double occupancy)

7 Night Danube Vienna and Budapest Cruise from Vilshofen	Duration	Priced from
Celebrity Seeker Celebrity Cruises 17 Sail Dates: 10/28/27; 11/11/27; 3/16/28; 3/30/28; 4/13/28; 4/27/28; 5/11/28; 6/8/28; 6/22/28; 7/20/28; See More Starting Port: Vilshofen, Germany Ending Port: Budapest, Hungary Ports of Call: Vilshofen, Linz, Grein, Durnstein, Tulln, Vienna, Budapest	7 Nights	$3,279 per person (double occupancy)

21 Night The Best of the Mediterranean Cruise from Athens (Port of Piraeus)	Duration	Priced from
Sun Princess Princess Cruises 16 Sail Dates: 9/12; 9/19; 9/26; 10/3; 10/10; 4/11/27; 4/18/27; 4/25/27; 5/2/27; 5/9/27; See More Starting Port: Athens (Port of Piraeus), Greece Ending Port: Barcelona, Spain Ports of Call: Athens (Port of Piraeus), Bar, Corfu, Messina, Santorini, Mykonos, Kusadasi (Ephesus), Souda Bay...	21 Nights	$2,701 per person (double occupancy)

14 Night Western Mediterranean with Greece and Italy Cruise from Athens (Port of Piraeus)	Duration	Priced from
Sun Princess Princess Cruises 16 Sail Dates: 9/12; 10/3; 4/25/27; 5/16/27; 8/29/27; 9/19/27; 10/10/27; 3/19/28; 4/9/28; 4/30/28; See More Starting Port: Athens (Port of Piraeus), Greece Ending Port: Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy Ports of Call: Athens (Port of Piraeus), Heraklion, Bar, Corfu, Messina, Barcelona, Palma de Mallorca, Marseille...	14 Nights	$2,153 per person (double occupancy)

11 Night Best of Italy and Croatia Cruise from Porto Corsini, Ravenna (Venice)	Duration	Priced from
Celebrity Constellation Celebrity Cruises 16 Sail Dates: 9/21; 10/12; 6/14/27; 7/5/27; 7/26/27; 8/16/27; 9/6/27; 9/27/27; 10/18/27; 5/8/28; See More Starting Port: Porto Corsini, Ravenna (Venice), Italy Ending Port: Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy Ports of Call: Porto Corsini Ravenna (Venice), Split, Dubrovnik, Kotor, Messina, Salerno, Portofino, Livorno...	11 Nights	$1,424 per person (double occupancy)

10 Night Best of Italy and Croatia Cruise from Civitavecchia (Rome)	Duration	Priced from
Celebrity Constellation Celebrity Cruises 16 Sail Dates: 9/11; 10/2; 10/23; 6/4/27; 6/25/27; 7/16/27; 8/6/27; 8/27/27; 9/17/27; 10/8/27; See More Starting Port: Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy Ending Port: Porto Corsini, Ravenna (Venice), Italy Ports of Call: Civitavecchia (Rome), La Spezia, Portofino, Salerno, Messina, Kotor, Dubrovnik, Split...	10 Nights	$1,424 per person (double occupancy)

7 Night Greek Isles Cruise from Porto Corsini, Ravenna (Venice)	Duration	Priced from
Norwegian Gem Norwegian Cruise Line 16 Sail Dates: 9/13; 9/27; 10/11; 10/25; 5/2/27; 5/9/27; 5/16/27; 5/23/27; 5/30/27; 6/6/27; See More Starting Port: Porto Corsini, Ravenna (Venice), Italy Ending Port: Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy Ports of Call: Porto Corsini Ravenna (Venice), Split, Dubrovnik, Kotor, Corfu, Messina, Salerno...	7 Nights	$959 per person (double occupancy)

7 Night Mediterranean Cruise from Civitavecchia (Rome)	Duration	Priced from
Norwegian Epic Norwegian Cruise Line 16 Sail Dates: 9/13; 9/20; 9/27; 10/4; 10/11; 10/18; 10/25; 5/2/27; 5/9/27; 5/16/27; See More Starting Port: Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy Ending Port: Barcelona, Spain Ports of Call: Civitavecchia (Rome), Salerno, Catania, Livorno, Villefranche, Marseille, Barcelona	7 Nights	$749 per person (double occupancy)

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