Costa Fortuna itinerary map for May 3, 2026 (12 nights)
Costa Fortuna cruise ship

Costa Fortuna — May 3, 202612-Night Mediterranean on Costa

This 12-night cruise aboard the Fortuna departs from Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy on Sunday, May 3, 2026 and returns on Friday, May 15th. May weather across this route averages 87°/52°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.3 out of 10, averaged across 10 ports.

Cruise Length
12
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Civitavecchia
Italy
Port Stops
10
Sea Days
2

Cruise Price - Costa Fortuna May 3, 2026

Costa Fortuna · May 3, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Costa Fortuna cruise ship departing May 3, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,690 ($141 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,616 ($135 per night), this represents a recent increase of 5%.

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Inside
$1,690
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Oceanview
$1,850
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Balcony
$2,502

Price History – Costa Fortuna May 3, 2026

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May 3, 2026
$1,690
5% vs avg: $1,616

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 12 Night Mediterranean (Rome To Athens)

Costa Fortuna · May 3, 2026

The Costa Fortuna sails on May 3, 2026 for a 12 Night Mediterranean (Rome To Athens). The ship will depart the port of Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy at 6:00 PM and will return to the port of Piraeus (Athens), Greece on May 15th at 7:00 AM. During the 13-day journey, the Costa Fortuna will visit 9 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

12 Night Mediterranean (Rome To Athens)

  • MAY03
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    A: — - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAY04
    Messina, Sicily
    Messina, Sicily
    A: 2:00 PM - D: 8:00 PM
  • MAY05
    Valletta, Malta
    Valletta, Malta
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • MAY06
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY07
    Iraklion (heraklion), Crete
    Iraklion (heraklion), Crete
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • MAY08
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 11:00 PM
  • MAY09
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY10
    Istanbul, Turkey
    Istanbul, Turkey
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:30 PM
  • MAY11
    Izmir, Turkey
    Izmir, Turkey
    A: 1:00 PM - D: 7:00 PM
  • MAY12
    Volos, Greece
    Volos, Greece
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • MAY13
    Mykonos, Greece
    Mykonos, Greece
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • MAY14
    Santorini, Greece
    Santorini, Greece
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAY15
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

May 3, 2026 · 12 Night Mediterranean (Rome To Athens)

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy — Day 1 of Costa Fortuna May 3, 2026 cruise
Day 1•Sunday, May 3

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

Arrival: —•Departure: 6:00 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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Messina, Sicily — Day 2 of Costa Fortuna May 3, 2026 cruise
Day 2•Monday, May 4

Messina, Sicily

Arrival: 2:00 PM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Messina, Sicily, offers docking at Messina Port. Travelers explore Messina Cathedral and Taormina’s Greek Theatre. Excursions visit Mount Etna. Local markets sell arancini. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic landscapes and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes pasta alla norma, a Sicilian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Messina’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic volcanoes, making Messina an engaging destination for exploration.

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Valletta, Malta — Day 3 of Costa Fortuna May 3, 2026 cruise
Day 3•Tuesday, May 5

Valletta, Malta

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

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.

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Day 4 at sea — Costa Fortuna May 3, 2026 itinerary
Day 4•Wednesday, May 6

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Fortuna — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Iraklion (heraklion), Crete — Day 5 of Costa Fortuna May 3, 2026 cruise
Day 5•Thursday, May 7

Iraklion (heraklion), Crete

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

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.

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Piraeus (Athens), Greece — Day 6 of Costa Fortuna May 3, 2026 cruise
Day 6•Friday, May 8

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 11:00 PM

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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 7 at sea — Costa Fortuna May 3, 2026 itinerary
Day 7•Saturday, May 9

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Fortuna — explore the ship's signature dining, entertainment, and onboard activities.

Istanbul, Turkey — Day 8 of Costa Fortuna May 3, 2026 cruise
Day 8•Sunday, May 10

Istanbul, Turkey

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:30 PM

Istanbul, Turkey, offers docking at Istanbul Port. Travelers explore Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace. Excursions visit Blue Mosque. Local markets sell simit. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures Ottoman domes and Bosphorus vistas. Dining onboard includes döner kebab, a Turkish favorite. Souvenirs, like carpet crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Byzantine history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Istanbul’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Turkish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic waterways, making Istanbul an engaging destination for exploring Turkey’s cultural hub.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Izmir, Turkey — Day 9 of Costa Fortuna May 3, 2026 cruise
Day 9•Monday, May 11

Izmir, Turkey

Arrival: 1:00 PM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Izmir, Turkey, has docking at Izmir Port. Travelers explore Ephesus’ ancient ruins, a UNESCO site. Excursions visit the House of Virgin Mary. Local markets sell Turkish delight. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather. Photography captures Roman columns and Aegean shores. Dining onboard includes döner kebab, a Turkish favorite. Souvenirs, like evil eye charms, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover ancient history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate. Comfortable shoes enhance ruin tours. Izmir’s historic richness offers a vibrant Turkish stop, blending archaeology with coastal charm.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Volos, Greece — Day 10 of Costa Fortuna May 3, 2026 cruise
Day 10•Tuesday, May 12

Volos, Greece

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Volos, Greece, offers docking at Volos Port. Travelers explore Centaurs’ Path and Archaeological Museum. Excursions visit Meteora’s monasteries. Local markets sell tsipouro. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cliff monasteries and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes souvlaki, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Thessaly history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance monastery hikes. Volos’ cultural charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient artifacts and scenic cliffs, making Volos an engaging destination for exploring Greece’s mainland coast.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Mykonos, Greece — Day 11 of Costa Fortuna May 3, 2026 cruise
Day 11•Wednesday, May 13

Mykonos, Greece

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

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.

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Santorini, Greece — Day 12 of Costa Fortuna May 3, 2026 cruise
Day 12•Thursday, May 14

Santorini, Greece

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Piraeus (Athens), Greece — Day 13 of Costa Fortuna May 3, 2026 cruise
Day 13•Friday, May 15

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

Returning to Piraeus (Athens), Greece — see Day 6 above for port info.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Costa Fortuna - May 3, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

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May

Typical Weather

80°F

Average High

49°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.07in

Daily average

2.2 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
73
7
/ 10
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
Civitavecchia
Civitavecchia is generally safe, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams in crowded areas and near attractions.
7
/ 10
Messina, Sicily
Messina
Travelers in Messina should stay vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like the port and markets.
8
/ 10
Valletta, Malta
Valletta
Valletta is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas while enjoying the sights.
8
/ 10
Iraklion (heraklion), Crete
Iraklion
Iraklion is generally safe for tourists, but caution is advised in crowded areas and certain neighborhoods, especially at night.
7
/ 10
Piraeus (Athens), Greece
Piraeus
Piraeus is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised at night and in crowded areas due to petty theft and potential disruptions.
6
/ 10
Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul
Travelers in Istanbul should stay vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas, and remain aware of their surroundings.
7
/ 10
Izmir, Turkey
Izmir
Travelers should remain vigilant in Izmir, especially at night and in tourist areas, due to petty crime and occasional civil unrest.
8
/ 10
Volos, Greece
Volos
Volos is a generally safe port city for travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty theft in busy areas.
8
/ 10
Mykonos, Greece
Mykonos
Travelers in Mykonos should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas during peak season.
9
/ 10
Santorini, Greece
Santorini
Santorini is safe for travelers, but they should stay vigilant in crowded areas for pickpocketing and be cautious of traffic hazards.

Cruise Ship

Costa Fortuna

⚓ Tonnage

102,669

vs avg 121,877

🛠️ Year Built

2,003

vs avg 2,010

📏 Length (ft)

893

vs avg 976

👥 Passenger Count

3,470

vs avg 3,728

The Fortuna has a construction date of 2003 and a total size of 102,669 gross tons. The ship measures 893 feet in length. Costa Fortuna is included in Costa’s Fortuna class. At full capacity, the Costa Fortuna holds 3,470 passengers. That includes 2,380 cruise vacationers and 1,090 staff members. The Fortuna total number of staterooms is 0.

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What's the weather like on the Costa Fortuna May 3, 2026 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 12-night route, May averages 87°F highs and 52°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the May 3, 2026 Costa Fortuna itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.3 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 10 ports. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the Costa Fortuna sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Costa Fortuna departs Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy on Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 6:00 PM and returns on Friday, May 15th, 2026 at 7:00 AM. Total duration: 12 nights.

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Last Updated: May 14, 2026