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Costa Smeralda itinerary map for October 9, 2026 (7 nights)
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7 nights · 6 ports
Round-trip · Civitavecchia, Italy
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Costa Smeralda
October 9, 2026

7-Night Western Mediterranean aboard Costa Smeralda · Departing October 9, 2026 from the Port of Civitavecchia, Italy.

Interior from$523/ guest
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// AT A GLANCE

Costa Smeralda October 9, 2026 Cruise Overview

This 7-night cruise aboard the Smeralda departs from Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy on Friday, October 9, 2026 and returns on Friday, Oct 16th. October weather across this route averages 84°/44°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.9 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports. Balcony cabins dropped $50 on Oct 3.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
6.9OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 69% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
7
night cruise
Fri → Fri
02
Civitavecchia
departure port
Italy
03
6
port stops
Mediterranean
04
1
sea day
Day 5
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS
01Roll Call↓02Cruise Price Tracker↓03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓

The Costa Smeralda, operated by Costa Cruise Line, sets sail on Friday, October 9, 2026 from Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy for a 7-night Western Mediterranean cruise. This itinerary includes 6 unique port stops and 1 day at sea. October weather across the route averages 84°F highs and 44°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 6.9 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Cabin fares start from $523, with daily price tracking available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this Costa Smeralda sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Costa Smeralda October 9, 2026 Roll Call

7 SAVED THIS SAILING
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// 7 CRUISERS · LOCKED

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Costa Smeralda October 9, 2026 Price & Tracking

COSTA SMERALDA·OCTOBER 9, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Costa Smeralda cruise ship departing October 9, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $523 ($75 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $860 ($123 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 39%.

Costa Smeralda cruise departing October 9, 2026 — 7-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $523 ($75 per night). Average price: $860.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $854
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Costa Smeralda · October 9, 2026
$523
$75 per night · 7 nights
↓
39% below average
Avg $854 · You save $331

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// 03 · ITINERARY

7 Night Western Mediterranean (Rome Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapOCTOBER 9, 2026
The Costa Smeralda sails on October 9, 2026 for a 7 Night Western Mediterranean (Rome Roundtrip) (Civitavecchia (Rome) Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy at 7:00 PM and will return to the port of Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy on Oct 16th at 8:30 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Costa Smeralda will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 1 day at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Costa Smeralda
OCTOBER 9, 2026
8 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓
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7 NIGHTS · 5 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · CIVITAVECCHIA (ROME)
// 04 · PORTS

7 Night Western Mediterranean (Rome Roundtrip) Port List

Costa Smeralda·October 9, 2026
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy — Day 1 of Costa Smeralda October 9, 2026 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
FRIDAY·OCT 9

Civitavecchia (Rome)

Italy
ARRIVAL
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.

OCTOBER FORECAST
63°F avg · Avg
Savona (genoa), Italy — Day 2 of Costa Smeralda October 9, 2026 cruise
DAY
2
PORT 1
SATURDAY·OCT 10

Savona (genoa)

Italy
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:30 AM
6:00 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.

OCTOBER FORECAST
59°F avg · Avg
Marseille (Provence), France — Day 3 of Costa Smeralda October 9, 2026 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
SUNDAY·OCT 11

Marseille (Provence)

France
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:30 AM
6:30 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.

OCTOBER FORECAST
61°F avg · Avg
Barcelona, Spain — Day 4 of Costa Smeralda October 9, 2026 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
MONDAY·OCT 12

Barcelona

Spain
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 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.

OCTOBER FORECAST
62°F avg · Avg
Cagliari, Sardinia — Day 6 of Costa Smeralda October 9, 2026 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
WEDNESDAY·OCT 14

Cagliari

Sardinia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
5:00 PM

Cagliari, Sardinia, offers docking at Cagliari Port. Travelers explore Poetto Beach and Castello district. Excursions visit Nora’s ancient ruins. Local markets sell malloreddus. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval towers and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes fregola con frutti di mare, a Sardinian favorite. Souvenirs, like cork crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Nuragic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cagliari’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and scenic beaches, making Cagliari an engaging destination for exploration.

OCTOBER FORECAST
67°F avg · Avg
Palermo, Sicily — Day 7 of Costa Smeralda October 9, 2026 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
THURSDAY·OCT 15

Palermo

Sicily
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
4:30 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.

OCTOBER FORECAST
69°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

7 Night Western Mediterranean (Rome Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Costa Smeralda·October 9, 2026
OCT FORECAST · CIVITAVECCHIA (ROME)
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
Civitavecchia (Rome) port guide
63°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
79°
AVG LOW
48°
AVG RAINFALL
3.4"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT CIVITAVECCHIA (ROME)
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
63°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Most Popular Civitavecchia Shore Excursions

Independent shore excursions in every port on this Costa Smeralda itinerary, booked directly with the operator who runs them. We flag the ones that guarantee you're back on board before the gangway lifts.

6 PORTS OF CALL·862 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR
SELECT A PORT
// NO INVENTORY · CIVITAVECCHIA
We don't hold any excursions in Civitavecchia yet.

This is your embarkation day — most of it is boarding and the terminal. If you have time before the muster drill, the port guide covers what’s walkable.

READ THE CIVITAVECCHIA PORT GUIDE

Pricing and availability are provided by the operator. Booking happens on their own site — Costa Smeralda sails October 9, 2026, and Gangwaze earns a commission at no extra cost to you.

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

7 Night Western Mediterranean (Rome Roundtrip)

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 AVERAGE
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 69% of all cruises
6.9/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN06 PORTS
01

Civitavecchia (Rome) 🇮🇹

Italy · ItalyMODERATE

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

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Savona (genoa) 🇮🇹

Italy · ItalyMODERATE

Savona is generally safe for travelers, but vigilance is advised in crowded areas to prevent pickpocketing and theft.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Marseille (Provence) 🇫🇷

France · FranceCAUTION

Travelers in Marseille should stay vigilant in certain neighborhoods due to higher crime rates and secure their belongings in crowded areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Barcelona 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

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

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Cagliari 🇮🇹

Sardinia · ItalySAFE

Cagliari is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates and a welcoming atmosphere, allowing travelers to explore confidently.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Palermo 🇮🇹

Sicily · ItalyCAUTION

Travelers in Palermo should stay vigilant against petty theft and scams, keeping belongings secure and being aware of their surroundings.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Costa Smeralda Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsCOSTA
Costa Smeralda cruise ship exterior
COSTA · EXCELLENCE
CHRISTENED
2019
STATEROOMS
0
TONNAGE
185,010GT
51.8% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 121,877 GT
YEAR BUILT
2019
9 YEARS NEWER· vs avg 2010
LENGTH
1,106ft
13.4% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 976 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
5,224cruisers
40.1% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 3,728 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Costa Smeralda has a construction date of 2019 and a total size of 185,010 gross tons. The ship measures 1,106 feet in length. Costa Smeralda is included in Costa's Excellence class. At full capacity, the Smeralda holds 5,224 passengers. That includes 3,578 cruise vacationers and 1,646 staff members. The Smeralda total number of staterooms is 0.

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// 09 · FAQ

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  • The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $523 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

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