Costa Fascinosa - 5/15/2026
The May 15, 2026 cruise on the Costa Fascinosa departs from Barcelona, Spain. On this 14 Night Mediterranean (Barcelona Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 11 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Costa Fascinosa sets sail on Friday, May 15th and returns on Friday, May 29th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Costa Fascinosa cruise ship departing May 15, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,825 ($131 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,842 ($132 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 1%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Costa Fascinosa - May 15, 2026 - 14 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | May 15th | Barcelona, Spain |
| 2 | May 16th | Marseille (Provence), France |
| 3 | May 17th | Savona (genoa), Italy |
| 4 | May 18th | Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy |
| 5 | May 19th | Catania, Sicily |
| 6 | May 20th | At Sea |
| 7 | May 21st | Piraeus (Athens), Greece |
| 8 | May 22nd | Iraklion (heraklion), Crete |
| 9 | May 23rd | Mykonos, Greece |
| 10 | May 24th | Santorini, Greece |
| 11 | May 25th | At Sea |
| 12 | May 26th | Valletta, Malta |
| 13 | May 27th | At Sea |
| 14 | May 28th | Ibiza, Balearic Islands |
| 15 | May 29th | Barcelona, Spain |
The Costa Fascinosa sails on May 15, 2026 for a 14 Night Mediterranean (Barcelona Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Barcelona, Spain at 8:00 PM and will return to the port of Barcelona, Spain on May 29th at 8:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the Costa Fascinosa will visit 10 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
Based on my 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.
Cruise Ship
Costa Fascinosa
Costa Cruise Line
The Costa Fascinosa was built in 2012 and is among Costa's 11 ships in its fleet. The Costa Fascinosa is included in the cruise line's Concordia class. In the cruise ship stats below, you'll find the Costa Fascinosa vs all other Costa ships.
Cruise Ports
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)
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)
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.
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. (126 words)
Catania, Sicily, Italy, docks at Porto di Catania, 1 kilometer from downtown, with taxis for 10-minute rides. The city, population 310,000, features the 11th-century Catania Cathedral. Travelers visit Piazza del Duomo for the Elephant Fountain. Local markets sell pistachio pastries. Excursions to Mount Etna, 1 hour north, offer crater hikes. Peak season May to September; taxis 5-10 EUR. Dining includes pasta alla Norma at trattorias. Souvenirs feature lava stone crafts.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Piraeus (Athens), Greece, offers docking at Piraeus Port with excursions to Athens. Travelers explore Acropolis and Parthenon. Excursions visit Cape Sounion. Local markets sell souvlaki. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hellenic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Piraeus’ cultural gateway offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Piraeus an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Iraklion (Heraklion), Crete, offers docking at Heraklion Port. Travelers explore Knossos Palace and Heraklion Archaeological Museum. Excursions visit Phaistos ruins. Local markets sell dakos. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Minoan ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Minoan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Heraklion’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic coasts, making Heraklion an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Mykonos, Greece, offers docking at Mykonos Port. Travelers explore Little Venice and Mykonos Windmills. Excursions include Delos Island ruins. Local markets sell loukoumades. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures whitewashed streets and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes souvlaki, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Cycladic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance island walks. Mykonos’ picturesque charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ruins and scenic beaches, making Mykonos an engaging destination for exploring Greece’s Cyclades. (126 words)
Santorini, Greece, offers docking at Fira Port with tenders to shore. Travelers explore Oia’s blue-domed churches and Thera ruins. Excursions include sailing to Nea Kameni. Local markets sell fava beans. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures caldera views and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like volcanic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Minoan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance cliff walks. Santorini’s iconic charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of stunning views and ancient ruins, making Santorini an engaging destination. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Valletta, Malta, offers docking at Valletta Port. Travelers explore St. John’s Co-Cathedral and Upper Barrakka Gardens. Excursions visit Mdina’s medieval walls. Local markets sell pastizzi. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Baroque architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes rabbit stew, a Maltese favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Knights of Malta history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Valletta’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Maltese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic harbors, making Valletta an engaging destination. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Ibiza, Balearic Islands, Spain, has docking at Ibiza Port. Travelers explore Dalt Vila’s UNESCO-listed old town. Excursions visit Es Vedrà’s mystical rock. Local markets sell hierbas liqueur. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather. Photography captures whitewashed streets and turquoise seas. Dining onboard includes paella, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like espadrilles, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Balearic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate. Comfortable shoes enhance old town walks. Ibiza’s vibrant culture offers a lively Spanish stop, blending history with island allure.
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)