7 Night Mediterranean With France & Italy (Barcelona To Rome)
Sapphire Princess
Sapphire Princess
March 1, 2026
7 Night Mediterranean With France & Italy

Sapphire Princess - 3/1/2026

The March 1, 2026 cruise on the Sapphire Princess departs from Barcelona, Spain. On this 7 Night Mediterranean With France & Italy (Barcelona To Rome) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Sapphire Princess sets sail on Sunday, Mar 1st and returns on Sunday, Mar 8th.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Barcelona
Spain
Port Stops
6
Sea Days
2

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the Sapphire Princess cruise ship departing March 1, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $700 ($100 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $905 ($130 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 23%.

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Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Sapphire Princess - March 1, 2026 - 7 Nights

DayDatePort
1Feb 28thBarcelona, Spain
2Mar 1stAt Sea
3Mar 3rdGibraltar, U.K.
4Mar 3rdAt Sea
5Mar 5thMarseille (Provence), France
6Mar 6thGenoa, Italy
7Mar 7thLivorno, Florence, Italy
8Mar 8thCivitavecchia (Rome), Italy

The Sapphire Princess sails on March 1, 2026 for a 7 Night Mediterranean With France & Italy (Barcelona To Rome). The ship will depart the port of Barcelona, Spain at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy on Mar 8th at 6:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Sapphire Princess will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 2 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
70 / 100
safer than 70% of all cruises
70
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.
8
/ 10
Gibraltar, U.K.
Gibraltar
Gibraltar is safe for travelers, with a low crime rate and strong police presence, though vigilance against petty theft is advised.
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.
7
/ 10
Genoa, Italy
Genoa
Genoa is generally safe for cruise travelers, but they should stay vigilant against petty crime and secure their belongings 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
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

Sapphire Princess Size Infographic

Sapphire Princess

116 k
tonnage
952 ft
length
2004
year built
1,337
cabins
2,670
passengers
1,100
crew

SAPPHIRE PRINCESS SIZE

The Sapphire Princess has a construction date of 2004 and a total size of 115,875 gross tons. The ship measures 952 feet (290 meters) in length. Sapphire Princess is included in Princess’s Grand Class. At full capacity, the Sapphire Princess holds 3,770 passengers. That includes 2,670 cruise vacationers and 1,100 staff members. The Sapphire Princess total number of staterooms is 1,337.

Sapphire Princess Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:115,875 GT
  • Length:952 ft (290 m)
  • Beam:122 ft (37 m)
  • Draft:28 ft (9 m)
  • Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
  • Year Built:2004
  • Years Served:2004 - Present
  • Capacity:2,670
  • Crew Members:1,100
  • Total on Board:3,770
  • Total Staterooms:1,337
  • Flagged Country:United Kingdom
  • Ship Cost:400 Million
  • Status:active

To see how this compares, click through to see Sapphire Princess age and stats vs all Princess ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.

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Cruise Ports

Day1
MAR 12026
D:4:00 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)

Day2
MAR 22026
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!

Day3
MAR 32026
A:6:00 AMD:3:00 PM

Gibraltar, U.K., offers docking at Gibraltar Port. Travelers explore Rock of Gibraltar and St. Michael’s Cave. Excursions include dolphin-watching tours. Local markets sell fish and chips. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures limestone cliffs and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes roast beef, a British favorite. Souvenirs, like monkey-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Barbary history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance rock hikes. Gibraltar’s unique charm offers a vibrant British stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and scenic straits, making Gibraltar an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day4
MAR 42026
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
MAR 52026
A:7:00 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)

Day6
MAR 62026
A:7:00 AMD:7:00 PM

Genoa, Italy, offers docking at Genoa Port. Travelers explore Palazzo Ducale and Via Garibaldi. Excursions visit Portofino’s colorful harbor. Local markets sell focaccia. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Renaissance palaces and Ligurian vistas. Dining onboard includes pesto pasta, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Genoese history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Genoa’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Genoa an engaging destination for exploring Italy’s Liguria region. (126 words)

Day7
MAR 72026
A:6:00 AMD:6:00 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. (126 words)

Day8
MAR 82026
A:6:00 AM

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)