8 Night Western Mediterranean (Barcelona Roundtrip)
Costa Smeralda
Costa Smeralda
December 14, 2025
8 Night Western Mediterranean

Costa Smeralda - 12/14/2025

The December 14, 2025 cruise on the Costa Smeralda departs from Barcelona, Spain. On this 8 Night Western Mediterranean (Barcelona Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Costa Smeralda sets sail on Sunday, Dec 14th and returns on Monday, Dec 22nd.

Cruise Length
8
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Barcelona
Spain
Port Stops
6
Sea Days
1

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the Costa Smeralda cruise ship departing December 14, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $818 ($103 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $832 ($105 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 2%.

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Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Costa Smeralda - December 14, 2025 - 8 Nights

DayDatePort
1Dec 13thBarcelona, Spain
2Dec 13thBarcelona, Spain
3Dec 16thPalma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands
4Dec 16thAt Sea
5Dec 18thPalermo, Sicily
6Dec 19thCivitavecchia (Rome), Italy
7Dec 20thSavona (genoa), Italy
8Dec 21stMarseille (Provence), France
9Dec 22ndBarcelona, Spain

The Costa Smeralda sails on December 14, 2025 for a 8 Night Western Mediterranean (Barcelona Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Barcelona, Spain at N/A and will return to the port of Barcelona, Spain on Dec 22nd at 7:30 AM. During the 9-day journey, the Costa Smeralda will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 1 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.

Itinerary Safety Rank
67 / 100
safer than 67% of all cruises
67
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.
7
/ 10
Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands
Palma De Mallorc
Palma de Mallorca is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.
6
/ 10
Palermo, Sicily
Palermo
Travelers in Palermo should stay vigilant against petty theft and scams, keeping belongings secure and being aware of their surroundings.
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
Savona (genoa), Italy
Savona
Savona is generally safe for travelers, but vigilance is advised in crowded areas to prevent pickpocketing and theft.
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.

Cruise Ship

Costa Smeralda

Costa Smeralda

Costa Cruise Line

The Costa Smeralda was built in 2019 and is among Costa's 11 ships in its fleet. The Costa Smeralda is included in the cruise line's Excellence class. In the cruise ship stats below, you'll find the Costa Smeralda vs all other Costa ships.

Cruise Ports

Day1
N/A N/AN/A

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)

Day2
DEC 152025
D: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. (126 words)

Day3
DEC 162025
A:7:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Palma de Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain, offers docking at Palma Port. Travelers explore La Seu Cathedral and Bellver Castle. Excursions visit Valldemossa’s monastery. Local markets sell ensaimada. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Gothic spires and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes sobrasada, a Mallorcan favorite. Souvenirs, like pearl crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Balearic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Palma’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Palma an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day4
DEC 172025
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day5
DEC 182025
A:7:00 AMD:3:30 PM

Palermo, Sicily, offers docking at Palermo Port. Travelers explore Palermo Cathedral and Norman Palace. Excursions visit Monreale’s mosaics. Local markets sell arancini. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Arab-Norman architecture and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes caponata, 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 comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Palermo’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Palermo an engaging destination for exploring Sicily’s capital. (126 words)

Day6
DEC 192025
A:7:30 AMD: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. (126 words)

Day7
DEC 202025
Italy
A:7:30 AMD: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.

Day8
DEC 212025
A:8:00 AMD:5:00 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)

Day9
DEC 222025
A:7:30 AM

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)