Costa Diadema itinerary map for September 28, 2026
Costa Diadema
Costa Diadema
September 28, 2026
11 Night Western Mediterranean

Costa Diadema September 28, 2026

The Costa Diadema September 28, 2026 cruise departs from Barcelona, Spain. On this 11 Night Western Mediterranean (Barcelona Roundtrip) sailing, the Costa Diadema will visit a total of 8 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Monday, Sep 28th and returns on Friday, Oct 9th, 2026.

Cruise Length
11
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Barcelona
Spain
Port Stops
8
Sea Days
2
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Costa Diadema · September 28, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Costa Diadema cruise ship departing September 28, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,425 ($130 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,352 ($123 per night), this represents a recent increase of 5%.

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$2,227
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Cruise Itinerary Map

Costa Diadema · September 28, 2026

The Costa Diadema sails on September 28, 2026 for a 11 Night Western Mediterranean (Barcelona Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Barcelona, Spain at 7:30 PM and will return to the port of Barcelona, Spain on Oct 9th at 2:00 PM. During the 12-day journey, the Costa Diadema will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

11 Night Western Mediterranean (Barcelona Roundtrip)

  • SEP28
    Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, Spain
    A: — - D: 7:30 PM
  • SEP29
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP30
    Cadiz (Seville), Spain
    Cadiz (Seville), Spain
    A: 7:30 AM - D: 5:30 PM
  • OCT01
    Lisbon, Portugal
    Lisbon, Portugal
    A: 10:00 AM - D: —
  • SEP28
    Lisbon, Portugal
    Lisbon, Portugal
    A: — - D: 2:00 PM
  • OCT03
    Gibraltar, U.K.
    Gibraltar, U.K.
    A: 1:00 PM - D: 7:00 PM
  • OCT04
    Malaga, Spain
    Malaga, Spain
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • OCT05
    Cartagena, Spain
    Cartagena, Spain
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • OCT06
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT07
    Marseille (Provence), France
    Marseille (Provence), France
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • OCT08
    Savona (genoa), Italy
    Savona (genoa), Italy
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 4:30 PM
  • OCT09
    Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, Spain
    A: 2:00 PM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

September 28, 2026 · 11 Night Western Mediterranean (Barcelona Roundtrip)

Barcelona, Spain
Day 1•Monday, Sep 28

Barcelona, Spain

Arrival: —•Departure: 7:30 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. (126 words)

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At Sea
Day 2•Tuesday, Sep 29

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Cadiz (Seville), Spain
Day 3•Wednesday, Sep 30

Cadiz (Seville), Spain

Arrival: 7:30 AM•Departure: 5:30 PM

Cádiz (Seville), Spain, offers docking at Cádiz Port with excursions to Seville. Travelers explore Seville’s Alcázar and Cádiz’s old town. Excursions visit Jerez’s sherry bodegas. Local markets sell gazpacho. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Moorish palaces and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes jamón ibérico, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like fan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Andalusian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cádiz’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Cádiz an engaging destination. (126 words)

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Lisbon, Portugal
Day 4•Thursday, Oct 1

Lisbon, Portugal

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: —

Lisbon, Portugal, offers docking at Lisbon Port. Travelers explore Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery. Excursions visit Sintra’s Pena Palace. Local markets sell pastéis de nata. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Manueline architecture and Tagus River vistas. Dining onboard includes bacalhau, a Portuguese favorite. Souvenirs, like azulejo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Age of Exploration history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Lisbon’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Portuguese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic rivers, making Lisbon an engaging destination. (126 words)

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Lisbon, Portugal
Day 5•Friday, Oct 2

Lisbon, Portugal

Arrival: —•Departure: 2:00 PM

Lisbon, Portugal, offers docking at Lisbon Port. Travelers explore Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery. Excursions visit Sintra’s Pena Palace. Local markets sell pastéis de nata. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Manueline architecture and Tagus River vistas. Dining onboard includes bacalhau, a Portuguese favorite. Souvenirs, like azulejo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Age of Exploration history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Lisbon’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Portuguese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic rivers, making Lisbon an engaging destination. (126 words)

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Gibraltar, U.K.
Day 6•Saturday, Oct 3

Gibraltar, U.K.

Arrival: 1:00 PM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Gibraltar, U.K., offers docking at Gibraltar Port. Travelers explore Rock of Gibraltar and St. Michael’s Cave. Excursions include dolphin-watching tours. Local markets sell fish and chips. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures limestone cliffs and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes roast beef, a British favorite. Souvenirs, like monkey-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Barbary history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance rock hikes. Gibraltar’s unique charm offers a vibrant British stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and scenic straits, making Gibraltar an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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Malaga, Spain
Day 7•Sunday, Oct 4

Malaga, Spain

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Málaga, Spain, offers docking at Málaga Port. Travelers explore Alcazaba Fortress and Picasso Museum. Excursions visit Ronda’s deep gorges. Local markets sell gazpacho. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Moorish architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes paella, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Andalusian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Málaga’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic coasts, making Málaga an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Costa del Sol. (126 words)

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Cartagena, Spain
Day 8•Monday, Oct 5

Cartagena, Spain

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Cartagena, Spain, offers docking at Cartagena Port. Travelers explore Roman Theatre and Naval Museum. Excursions visit Murcia’s cathedral. Local markets sell caldero. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes zarangollo, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carthaginian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cartagena’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of Roman landmarks and scenic harbors, making Cartagena an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Murcia region. (126 words)

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At Sea
Day 9•Tuesday, Oct 6

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Marseille (Provence), France
Day 10•Wednesday, Oct 7

Marseille (Provence), France

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Marseille (Provence), France, offers docking at Marseille Port. Travelers explore Notre-Dame de la Garde and Vieux-Port. Excursions visit Aix-en-Provence’s lavender fields. Local markets sell bouillabaisse. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures basilicas and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes ratatouille, 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 city walks. Marseille’s cultural charm offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ports and scenic fields, making Marseille an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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Savona (genoa), Italy
Day 11•Thursday, Oct 8

Savona (genoa), Italy

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 4:30 PM

Savona (Genoa), Italy, offers docking at Savona Port with excursions to Genoa. Travelers explore Priamar Fortress and Genoa’s Palazzi dei Rolli. Excursions visit Portofino’s harbor. Local markets sell focaccia. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval towers and Ligurian vistas. Dining onboard includes farinata, a Ligurian favorite. Souvenirs, like pesto jars, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Genoese history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Savona’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and scenic harbors, making Savona an engaging destination for exploration.

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Barcelona, Spain
Day 12•Friday, Oct 9

Barcelona, Spain

Arrival: 2:00 PM•Departure: —

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. (126 words)

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Weather Forecast

Costa Diadema - September 28, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Barcelona, Spain

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September

Typical Weather

95°F

Average High

46°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.08in

Daily average

2.3 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

Explore the most popular excursion options at each port.

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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
72 / 100
safer than 72% of all cruises
72
7
/ 10
Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona
Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.
8
/ 10
Cadiz (Seville), Spain
Cadiz
Travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas while enjoying the safe and welcoming atmosphere of Cadiz.
8
/ 10
Lisbon, Portugal
Lisbon
Travelers in Lisbon should stay vigilant in crowded areas and on public transport to avoid petty theft and keep belongings secure.
8
/ 10
Gibraltar, U.K.
Gibraltar
Gibraltar is safe for travelers, with a low crime rate and strong police presence, though vigilance against petty theft is advised.
7
/ 10
Malaga, Spain
Malaga
Travelers in Malaga should remain vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and popular attractions.
7
/ 10
Cartagena, Spain
Cartagena
Travelers should remain vigilant and secure their belongings in popular areas to enjoy Cartagena safely, as pickpockets may be present.
6
/ 10
Marseille (Provence), France
Marseille
Travelers in Marseille should stay vigilant in certain neighborhoods due to higher crime rates and secure their belongings in crowded areas.
7
/ 10
Savona (genoa), Italy
Savona
Savona is generally safe for travelers, but vigilance is advised in crowded areas to prevent pickpocketing and theft.

Cruise Ship

Costa Diadema

⚓ Tonnage

132,500

vs avg 121,877

🛠️ Year Built

2,014

vs avg 2,010

📏 Length (ft)

1,003

vs avg 976

👥 Passenger Count

3,724

vs avg 3,728

The Diadema has a construction date of 2014 and a total size of 132,500 gross tons. The ship measures 1,003 feet in length. Costa Diadema is included in Costa’s Diadema class. At full capacity, the Costa Diadema holds 3,724 passengers. That includes 2,471 cruise vacationers and 1,253 staff members. The Diadema total number of staterooms is 0.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Costa Diadema sailing on September 28, 2026?

This is a 11-night cruise itinerary departing from Barcelona, Spain.

What ports does the Costa Diadema visit on the September 28, 2026 cruise?

This route includes barcelona-spain, cadiz-seville-spain, lisbon-portugal, gibraltar-uk, malaga-spain, cartagena-spain, marseille-france, savona-genoa-italy.

How many sea days are included on this Costa Diadema September 28, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 2 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Costa Diadema sailing on September 28, 2026?

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 Costa Diadema itinerary?

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

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