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7 Night Mediterranean With France & Italy on Princess Sun Princess

August 9, 2025

Sun Princess August 9, 2025

The Sun Princess August 9, 2025 cruise departs from Barcelona, Spain. On this 7 Night Mediterranean With France & Italy (Barcelona To Rome) sailing, the Sun Princess will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Saturday, Aug 9th and returns on Saturday, Aug 16th, 2025.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Barcelona
Spain
Port Stops
6
Sea Days
2
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Sun Princess · August 9, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the Sun Princess cruise ship departing August 9, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,305 ($187 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,158 ($166 per night), this represents a recent increase of 13%.

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Sun Princess · August 9, 2025

The Sun Princess sails on August 9, 2025 for a 7 Night Mediterranean With France & Italy (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 Sun Princess will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

7 Night Mediterranean With France & Italy (Barcelona To Rome)

  • AUG09
    Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, Spain
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • AUG10
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG11
    Gibraltar, U.K.
    Gibraltar, U.K.
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • AUG12
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG13
    Marseille (Provence), France
    Marseille (Provence), France
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • AUG14
    Genoa, Italy
    Genoa, Italy
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • AUG15
    La Spezia, Italy
    La Spezia, Italy
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • AUG16
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

August 9, 2025 · 7 Night Mediterranean With France & Italy (Barcelona To Rome)

Barcelona, Spain
Day 1•Saturday, 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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At Sea
Day 2•Sunday, Aug 10

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Gibraltar, U.K.
Day 3•Monday, Aug 11

Gibraltar, U.K.

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 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.

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At Sea
Day 4•Tuesday, Aug 12

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Marseille (Provence), France
Day 5•Wednesday, Aug 13

Marseille (Provence), France

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 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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Genoa, Italy
Day 6•Thursday, Aug 14

Genoa, Italy

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 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.

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La Spezia, Italy
Day 7•Friday, Aug 15

La Spezia, Italy

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

La Spezia, Italy, offers docking at La Spezia Port. Travelers explore Cinque Terre villages and Porto Venere. Excursions visit Pisa’s Leaning Tower. Local markets sell focaccia. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful villages and Ligurian vistas. Dining onboard includes pesto pasta, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Ligurian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance village hikes. La Spezia’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO villages and scenic coasts, making La Spezia an engaging destination.

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Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
Day 8•Saturday, 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

Sun Princess - August 9, 2025 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
71 / 100
safer than 71% of all cruises
71
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.
8
/ 10
La Spezia, Italy
La Spezia
La Spezia is generally safe for travelers, but they should remain vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.
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

Sun Princess

⚓ Tonnage

175,500

vs avg 128,868

🛠️ Year Built

2,024

vs avg 2,011

📏 Length (ft)

1,132

vs avg 1,020

👥 Passenger Count

4,310

vs avg 3,197

The Sun Princess has a construction date of 2024 and a total size of 175,500 gross tons. The ship measures 1,132 feet in length. Sun Princess is included in Princess’s Sphere class. At full capacity, the Sun Princess holds 4,310 passengers. That includes 2,760 cruise vacationers and 1,550 staff members. The Sun Princess total number of staterooms is 2,157.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Sun Princess sailing on August 9, 2025?

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

What ports does the Sun Princess visit on the August 9, 2025 cruise?

This route includes barcelona-spain, gibraltar-uk, marseille-france, genoa-italy, la-spezia-italy, rome-italy.

How many sea days are included on this Sun Princess August 9, 2025 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 2 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Sun Princess sailing on August 9, 2025?

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 Sun Princess itinerary?

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Last Updated: Apr 1, 2026