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Last Updated: August 2026 | Reviewed by: Avril Smith, Staff Writer

Mediterranean Cruises

A Mediterranean cruise is more than just a vacation - it's an unforgettable journey through sun-soaked coastlines, rich cultures, and timeless history. From the pastel-colored ports of Italy to the whitewashed villages of Greece, the Mediterranean Sea cruise experience offers something for every traveler.

Set sail to iconic destinations like Rome, Santorini, Barcelona, and Dubrovnik. Whether you're chasing ancient ruins, world-class cuisine, or crystal-clear beaches, the best Mediterranean cruises offer all this and more - with the added comfort of luxury at sea.

Mediterranean Cruise Highlights

Step off the ship and into a world where art, architecture, and adventure intertwine. A Mediterranean cruise offers you the chance to:

Marvel at Gaudi's masterpieces in Barcelona, like La Sagrada Familia and Park Guell
Explore ancient history in Athens, from the Parthenon to the Acropolis
Wander through Florence's Renaissance museums, including the Uffizi and Museo di San Marco
Walk the Vatican Museums and gaze up at Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel
Swim in the cerulean waters of the Mediterranean Sea - just steps from your ship

Whether you choose a port-intensive itinerary or one with leisurely sea days, the best Mediterranean cruises balance culture, relaxation, and discovery.

Popular Cruise Ports on a Mediterranean Sea Cruise

A Mediterranean Sea cruise connects you to some of Europe's most iconic cities:

Mykonos, Greece: Stunningly serene with its white-washed buildings, blue-domed houses, and sparkling beaches, Mykonos is a must-see while in the Mediterranean. Lounge on a private beach, ride an ATV through the island's hills, or indulge in delicious, fresh Greek food at an oceanfront restaurant.
Venice, Italy: Imagine yourself moseying down a canal on a romantic gondola ride or strolling through cobblestone streets, gelato in hand. Venice is one beautiful sight after another - St. Mark's Basilica, Piazza San Marco, and Scuola Grande di San Rocco are just a few.
Dubrovnik, Croatia: Surrounded by walls dating back to the 13th Century, Dubrovnik is an interesting, historical town dotted with churches, cafes, monasteries, and shops. Visit the Arboretum and Rectors' Palace, or take a cable car up to Srd Hill for a beautiful view of the city.

When is the Best Time to Go to the Mediterranean?

With its warm, tropical temperatures, the Mediterranean is an attractive vacation destination for most of the year. In fact, cruise lines sail to the region year round, though the bulk of voyages are between March and October. If you are looking to avoid crowds, travel during the spring or fall; these seasons also offer more mild temperatures than July or August.

What Cruise Lines Go to the Mediterranean?

The Mediterranean is a popular cruise destination, and as such, most cruise lines sail there, from large, contemporary lines like Royal Caribbean Cruises to small, luxury ones like Silversea Cruises. Here are a few with plenty of sailings throughout the season:

Costa Cruises: Costa Cruises sails to the Mediterranean year round, and considers the region home. Travel to Eastern ports - Venice, Santorini, or Kotor, or Western ones like Barcelona or Ibiza on a Costa Cruise. This Italian line offers plenty of kids programming, spacious cabins, and eco-excursions for those looking to try something adventurous with no environmental impact.
MSC Cruises: Choose from dozens of ports in Spain, France, Italy, Croatia and Greece on an MSC cruise through the Mediterranean. MSC's staff leads shore excursions to significant archaeological sites, world-class museums and monuments, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, aquariums and more.
Norwegian Cruise Line: Depart from Barcelona, Venice or Rome on a Norwegian Cruise Line voyage through the Mediterranean. Norwegian's signature Freestyle Cruising is perfect for families or laid-back travelers looking for a relaxed cruising environment. Choose from a four-day Western Mediterranean cruise, a 20-day Eastern Mediterranean and the Gulf cruise, or plenty more in between.

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Mediterranean Cruises Calendar
Popular Mediterranean Cruises

Month	Number of Cruises	From Price
Sep 2026	472 cruises	$69
Oct 2026	679 cruises	$82
Nov 2026	359 cruises	$149
Dec 2026	225 cruises	$287
Jan 2027	180 cruises	$129
Feb 2027	177 cruises	$79
Mar 2027	341 cruises	$125
Apr 2027	524 cruises	$79
May 2027	668 cruises	$279
Jun 2027	598 cruises	$731
Jul 2027	628 cruises	$459
Aug 2027	634 cruises	$459
Sep 2027	661 cruises	$490
Oct 2027	701 cruises	$92
Nov 2027	375 cruises	$328
Dec 2027	256 cruises	$736
Jan 2028	208 cruises	$707
Feb 2028	194 cruises	$707
Mar 2028	292 cruises	$319
Apr 2028	479 cruises	$229
May 2028	520 cruises	$870
Jun 2028	483 cruises	$1,010
Jul 2028	504 cruises	$1,100
Aug 2028	485 cruises	$1,087
Sep 2028	513 cruises	$930
Oct 2028	446 cruises	$389
Nov 2028	103 cruises	$436
Dec 2028	55 cruises	$819
Jan 2029	47 cruises	$2,599
Feb 2029	34 cruises	$3,099
Mar 2029	54 cruises	$3,499
Apr 2029	48 cruises	$3,899
May 2029	34 cruises	$5,299
Jun 2029	20 cruises	$4,799
Jul 2029	15 cruises	$4,499
Aug 2029	3 cruises	$4,299

7 Night Treasures of the Greek Isles Cruise from Athens (Port of Piraeus)	Duration	Priced from
Wind Surf Windstar Cruises 40 Sail Dates: 5/4/27; 5/11/27; 5/18/27; 5/25/27; 6/1/27; 6/8/27; 6/15/27; 6/22/27; 6/29/27; 7/20/27; 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), Patmos, Santorini, Monemvasia, Nafplion...	7 Nights	$3,769 per person (double occupancy)

7 Night Greek Isles Cruise from Civitavecchia (Rome)	Duration	Priced from
Odyssey of the Seas Royal Caribbean Cruises 30 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 30 Sail Dates: 9/13; 9/20; 10/1; 10/4; 10/15; 10/18; 5/9/27; 5/13/27; 5/16/27; 5/20/27; 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 Western Mediterranean Cruise from Barcelona	Duration	Priced from
Legend of the Seas Royal Caribbean Cruises 26 Sail Dates: 9/13; 9/20; 10/1; 10/4; 10/15; 10/18; 5/9/27; 5/13/27; 5/16/27; 5/20/27; 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)

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 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 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 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 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 Greek Isles Cruise from Athens (Port of Piraeus)	Duration	Priced from
Norwegian Pearl Norwegian Cruise Line 17 Sail Dates: 9/13; 9/20; 9/27; 10/4; 10/11; 10/18; 10/25; 4/30/28; 5/7/28; 5/14/28; See More Starting Port: Athens (Port of Piraeus), Greece Ending Port: Porto Corsini, Ravenna (Venice), Italy Ports of Call: Athens (Port of Piraeus), Santorini, Katakolon (Olympia), Corfu, Kotor, Dubrovnik, Koper...	7 Nights	$919 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
Brilliance of the Seas Royal Caribbean Cruises 16 Sail Dates: 5/15/27; 5/22/27; 6/5/27; 6/12/27; 6/26/27; 7/3/27; 7/17/27; 7/24/27; 8/7/27; 8/14/27; See More Starting Port: Porto Corsini, Ravenna (Venice), Italy Ending Port: Porto Corsini, Ravenna (Venice), Italy Ports of Call: Porto Corsini Ravenna (Venice), Santorini, Athens (Port of Piraeus), Mykonos, Split...	7 Nights	$789 per person (double occupancy)

7 Night Greek Isles Cruise from Athens (Port of Piraeus)	Duration	Priced from
Norwegian Pearl Norwegian Cruise Line 16 Sail Dates: 9/13; 9/20; 9/27; 10/4; 10/11; 10/18; 10/25; 4/30/28; 5/7/28; 5/14/28; See More Starting Port: Athens (Port of Piraeus), Greece Ending Port: Porto Corsini, Ravenna (Venice), Italy Ports of Call: Athens (Port of Piraeus), Santorini, Katakolon (Olympia), Corfu, Kotor, Dubrovnik, Koper...	7 Nights	$919 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)

9 Night Rome and Etruria Cruisetour Cruise and Land Tour from Rome	Duration	Priced from
Norwegian Epic Norwegian Cruise Line 13 Sail Dates: 5/7/27; 5/21/27; 6/4/27; 6/18/27; 7/2/27; 7/16/27; 7/30/27; 8/13/27; 8/27/27; 9/10/27; See More Starting Port: Rome, Italy Ending Port: Barcelona, Spain Ports of Call: Rome, Cerveteri, Civitavecchia (Rome), Salerno, Catania, Livorno, Marseille, Ibiza, Barcelona	9 Nights	$2,218 per person (double occupancy)

7 Night Off the Beaten Path Adriatic Cruise from Dubrovnik	Duration	Priced from
Wind Spirit Windstar Cruises 13 Sail Dates: 5/9/27; 6/25/27; 7/9/27; 8/20/27; 8/31/27; 9/14/27; 9/28/27; 7/1/28; 7/15/28; 8/27/28; See More Starting Port: Dubrovnik, Croatia Ending Port: Venice, Italy Ports of Call: Dubrovnik, Kotor, Monopoli, Korcula, Sibenik, Opatija, Porec, Venice	7 Nights	$2,921 per person (double occupancy)

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