What ports does the Celebrity Ascent visit on August 23rd, 2025?

This itinerary visits the following ports: 1. Barcelona, Spain, 2. Villefranche-Sur-Mer, France, 3. Portofino, Italy, 4. La Spezia, Italy, 5. Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy, 6. Naples, Italy.

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7 Night Italy & French Riviera on Celebrity Celebrity Ascent

August 23, 2025

Celebrity Ascent August 23, 2025

The Celebrity Ascent August 23, 2025 cruise departs from Barcelona, Spain. On this 7 Night Italy & French Riviera (Barcelona Roundtrip) sailing, the Celebrity Ascent will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Saturday, Aug 23rd and returns on Saturday, Aug 30th, 2025.

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Departure Port

Barcelona

Spain

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Celebrity Ascent · August 23, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the Celebrity Ascent cruise ship departing August 23, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,061 ($295 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,769 ($253 per night), this represents a recent increase of 16%.

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Celebrity Ascent · August 23, 2025

The Celebrity Ascent sails on August 23, 2025 for a 7 Night Italy & French Riviera (Barcelona Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Barcelona, Spain at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Barcelona, Spain on Aug 30th at 5:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Celebrity Ascent will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 1 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

7 Night Italy & French Riviera (Barcelona Roundtrip)

AUG23
Barcelona, Spain
A: — - D: 5:00 PM
AUG24
Villefranche-Sur-Mer, France
A: 10:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
AUG25
Portofino, Italy
A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
AUG26
La Spezia, Italy
A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
AUG27
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
AUG28
Naples, Italy
A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
AUG29
At Sea
A: — - D: —
AUG30
Barcelona, Spain
A: 5:00 AM - D: —

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Cruise Ports

August 23, 2025 · 7 Night Italy & French Riviera (Barcelona Roundtrip)

Day 1•Saturday, Aug 23

Barcelona, Spain

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:00 PM

Barcelona, Spain, offers docking at Barcelona Port. Travelers explore Sagrada Familia and Park Güell. Excursions visit Montserrat Monastery. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Gaudí architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes tapas, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Catalan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Barcelona’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modernist landmarks and scenic coasts, making Barcelona an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Catalan region.

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Day 2•Sunday, Aug 24

Villefranche-Sur-Mer, France

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Villefranche-sur-Mer, France, offers docking at Villefranche Port. Travelers explore Citadelle Saint-Elme and Villa Ephrussi. Excursions visit Nice’s Promenade des Anglais. Local markets sell socca. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful villas and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes salade niçoise, a French favorite. Souvenirs, like lavender crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Provençal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance seaside walks. Villefranche’s coastal charm offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic Riviera, making Villefranche an engaging destination.

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Day 3•Monday, Aug 25

Portofino, Italy

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Portofino, Italy, provides docking at Portofino Port. Travelers explore the colorful harbor and Castello Brown. Excursions visit Cinque Terre’s cliffside villages. Local markets sell focaccia. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures pastel facades and Ligurian Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes trofie al pesto, a Ligurian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Riviera history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance harbor walks. Portofino’s picturesque allure offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic harbors, historic castles, and coastal beauty, making Portofino an engaging destination for exploring Italy’s Ligurian Riviera and charm.

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Day 4•Tuesday, Aug 26

La Spezia, Italy

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

La Spezia, Italy, offers docking at La Spezia Port. Travelers explore Cinque Terre villages and Porto Venere. Excursions visit Pisa’s Leaning Tower. Local markets sell focaccia. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful villages and Ligurian vistas. Dining onboard includes pesto pasta, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Ligurian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance village hikes. La Spezia’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO villages and scenic coasts, making La Spezia an engaging destination.

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Day 5•Wednesday, Aug 27

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy, offers docking at Civitavecchia Port with excursions to Rome. Travelers explore Colosseum and Pantheon. Excursions visit Vatican City’s Sistine Chapel. Local markets sell gelato. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes carbonara, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like Murano glass, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Civitavecchia’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic coasts, making Civitavecchia an engaging destination.

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Day 6•Thursday, Aug 28

Naples, Italy

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Naples, Italy, offers docking at Naples Port. Travelers explore Pompeii ruins and Royal Palace. Excursions visit Capri’s Blue Grotto. Local markets sell margherita pizza. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes spaghetti alle vongole, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like cameo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Naples’ cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and scenic islands, making Naples an engaging destination for exploration.

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Day 7•Friday, Aug 29

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 8•Saturday, Aug 30

Barcelona, Spain

Arrival: 5:00 AM•Departure: —

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Weather Forecast

Celebrity Ascent - August 23, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Barcelona, Spain

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August

Typical Weather

98°F

Average High

54°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.05in

Daily average

1.6 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

Itinerary Safety Rank

73 / 100

safer than 73% of all cruises

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Barcelona

Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.

/ 10

Villefranche

Villefranche-sur-Mer is a safe destination for travelers, but they should remain vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.

/ 10

Portofino

Portofino is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, a strong police presence, and minimal pickpocketing risks in crowded areas.

/ 10

La Spezia

La Spezia is generally safe for travelers, but they should remain vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.

/ 10

Civitavecchia

Civitavecchia is generally safe, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams in crowded areas and near attractions.

/ 10

Naples

Travelers in Naples should stay vigilant against petty crime and be cautious of traffic while exploring the city.

Cruise Ship

⚓ Tonnage

140,600

vs avg 112,986

🛠️ Year Built

2,023

vs avg 2,013

📏 Length (ft)

1,073

vs avg 980

👥 Passenger Count

3,950

vs avg 2,781

The Ascent has a construction date of 2023 and a total size of 140,600 gross tons. The ship measures 1,073 feet in length. Celebrity Ascent is included in Celebrity’s Edge class. At full capacity, the Celebrity Ascent holds 3,950 passengers. That includes 2,550 cruise vacationers and 1,400 staff members. The Ascent total number of staterooms is 1,631.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Celebrity Ascent sailing on August 23, 2025?

This is a 7-night cruise itinerary departing from Barcelona, Spain.

What ports does the Celebrity Ascent visit on the August 23, 2025 cruise?

This route includes barcelona-spain, villefranche-sur-mer-france, portofino-italy, la-spezia-italy, rome-italy, naples-italy.

How many sea days are included on this Celebrity Ascent August 23, 2025 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 1 sea day.

Who is the cruise director for the Celebrity Ascent sailing on August 23, 2025?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this Celebrity Ascent itinerary?

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get updates when cabin prices change for this sailing.

Last Updated: Apr 4, 2026