Norwegian Epic itinerary map for August 9, 2026
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7 Night Mediterranean: Nice Florence & Salerno on Norwegian Norwegian Epic

August 9, 2026

Norwegian Epic August 9, 2026

The Norwegian Epic August 9, 2026 cruise departs from Barcelona, Spain. On this 7 Night Mediterranean: Nice Florence & Salerno (Barcelona To Rome) sailing, the Norwegian Epic will visit a total of 7 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Sunday, Aug 9th and returns on Sunday, Aug 16th, 2026.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Barcelona
Spain
Port Stops
7
Sea Days
1
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Norwegian Epic · August 9, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Epic cruise ship departing August 9, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,009 ($145 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,103 ($158 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 9%.

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Norwegian Epic · August 9, 2026

The Norwegian Epic sails on August 9, 2026 for a 7 Night Mediterranean: Nice Florence & Salerno (Barcelona To Rome). The ship will depart the port of Barcelona, Spain at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy on Aug 16th at 6:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Norwegian Epic will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 1 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

7 Night Mediterranean: Nice Florence & Salerno (Barcelona To Rome)

  • AUG09
    Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, Spain
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • AUG10
    Marseille (Provence), France
    Marseille (Provence), France
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • AUG11
    Villefranche-Sur-Mer, France
    Villefranche-Sur-Mer, France
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • AUG12
    Livorno, Florence, Italy
    Livorno, Florence, Italy
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 11:59 PM
  • AUG13
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG14
    Messina, Sicily
    Messina, Sicily
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • AUG15
    Salerno (naples), Italy
    Salerno (naples), Italy
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • AUG16
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

August 9, 2026 · 7 Night Mediterranean: Nice Florence & Salerno (Barcelona To Rome)

Barcelona, Spain
Day 1•Sunday, Aug 9

Barcelona, Spain

Arrival: —•Departure: 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.

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Marseille (Provence), France
Day 2•Monday, Aug 10

Marseille (Provence), France

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 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.

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Villefranche-Sur-Mer, France
Day 3•Tuesday, Aug 11

Villefranche-Sur-Mer, France

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Villefranche-sur-Mer, France, offers docking at Villefranche Port. Travelers explore Citadelle Saint-Elme and Villa Ephrussi. Excursions visit Nice’s Promenade des Anglais. Local markets sell socca. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful villas and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes salade niçoise, 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 seaside walks. Villefranche’s coastal charm offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic Riviera, making Villefranche an engaging destination.

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Livorno, Florence, Italy
Day 4•Wednesday, Aug 12

Livorno, Florence, Italy

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Livorno, Florence, Italy, offers docking at Livorno Port with excursions to Florence. Travelers explore Florence’s Duomo and Uffizi Gallery. Excursions visit Pisa’s Leaning Tower. Local markets sell ribollita. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Renaissance art and Tuscan vistas. Dining onboard includes bistecca alla fiorentina, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like leather crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Medici history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Livorno’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic art and scenic hills, making Livorno an engaging destination.

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At Sea
Day 5•Thursday, Aug 13

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Messina, Sicily
Day 6•Friday, Aug 14

Messina, Sicily

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 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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Salerno (naples), Italy
Day 7•Saturday, Aug 15

Salerno (naples), Italy

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Salerno (Naples), Italy, offers docking at Salerno Port with excursions to Naples. Travelers explore Pompeii’s ruins and Amalfi Coast villages. Excursions visit Capri’s Blue Grotto. Local markets sell limoncello. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes pizza margherita, a Neapolitan favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Salerno’s historic allure offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and coastal beauty, making Salerno an engaging gateway to Naples.

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Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
Day 8•Sunday, Aug 16

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

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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Weather Forecast

Norwegian Epic - August 9, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Barcelona, Spain

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August

Typical Weather

98°F

Average High

54°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.05in

Daily average

1.6 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
68 / 100
safer than 68% of all cruises
68
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.
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.
8
/ 10
Villefranche-Sur-Mer, France
Villefranche
Villefranche-sur-Mer is a safe destination for travelers, but they should remain vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.
7
/ 10
Livorno, Florence, Italy
Livorno
Travelers should remain vigilant against pickpocketing and bag snatching in crowded areas while enjoying the attractions in Livorno and Florence.
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.
7
/ 10
Salerno (naples), Italy
Salerno
Travelers in Salerno should remain vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and certain neighborhoods.
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.

Cruise Ship

Norwegian Epic

⚓ Tonnage

155,873

vs avg 123,300

🛠️ Year Built

2,010

vs avg 2,011

📏 Length (ft)

1,081

vs avg 994

👥 Passenger Count

4,100

vs avg 3,120

The Epic has a construction date of 2010 and a total size of 155,873 gross tons. The ship measures 1,081 feet in length. Norwegian Epic is included in Norwegian’s Epic class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Epic holds 4,100 passengers. That includes 2,376 cruise vacationers and 1,724 staff members. The Epic total number of staterooms is 2,114.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Norwegian Epic sailing on August 9, 2026?

This is a 7-night cruise itinerary departing from Barcelona, Spain.

What ports does the Norwegian Epic visit on the August 9, 2026 cruise?

This route includes barcelona-spain, marseille-france, villefranche-sur-mer-france, livorno-florence-italy, messina-sicily, salerno-naples-italy, rome-italy.

How many sea days are included on this Norwegian Epic August 9, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 1 sea day.

Who is the cruise director for the Norwegian Epic sailing on August 9, 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 Norwegian Epic itinerary?

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

Last Updated: Mar 27, 2026