Brilliance of the Seas itinerary map for August 3, 2026 (7 nights)
Brilliance of the Seas cruise ship

Brilliance of the Seas — August 3, 20267-Night Italy & France on Royal Caribbean

This 7-night cruise aboard the Brilliance of the Seas departs from Barcelona, Spain on Monday, August 3, 2026 and returns on Monday, Aug 10th. August weather across this route averages 96°/60°F. Cabins are currently tracked from $906.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.9 out of 10, averaged across 7 ports. Suite cabins dropped $243 on May 19.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Barcelona
Spain
Port Stops
7
Sea Days
1

Cruise Price - Brilliance of the Seas August 3, 2026

Brilliance of the Seas · August 3, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Brilliance of the Seas cruise ship departing August 3, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $906 ($130 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,133 ($162 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 20%.

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Inside
$906
🌊
Oceanview
$969
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Balcony
$1,207
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Suite
$2,388

Price History – Brilliance of the Seas August 3, 2026

inside cabin
Brilliance of the Seas
August 3, 2026
$906
20% vs avg: $1,133

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 7 Night Italy & France (Barcelona To Trieste)

Brilliance of the Seas · August 3, 2026

The Brilliance of the Seas sails on August 3, 2026 for a 7 Night Italy & France (Barcelona To Trieste). The ship will depart the port of Barcelona, Spain at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Trieste, Italy on Aug 10th at 3:30 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Brilliance of the Seas will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 1 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

7 Night Italy & France (Barcelona To Trieste)

  • AUG03
    Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, Spain
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • AUG04
    Toulon, France
    Toulon, France
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • AUG05
    Ajaccio, Corsica
    Ajaccio, Corsica
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • AUG06
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • AUG07
    Naples, Italy
    Naples, Italy
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • AUG08
    Messina, Sicily
    Messina, Sicily
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • AUG09
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG10
    Trieste, Italy
    Trieste, Italy
    A: 3:30 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

August 3, 2026 · 7 Night Italy & France (Barcelona To Trieste)

Barcelona, Spain — Day 1 of Brilliance of the Seas August 3, 2026 cruise
Day 1•Monday, Aug 3

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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Toulon, France — Day 2 of Brilliance of the Seas August 3, 2026 cruise
Day 2•Tuesday, Aug 4

Toulon, France

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Toulon, France, offers docking at Toulon Port. Travelers explore Mount Faron and Naval Museum. Excursions visit Hyères’ old town. Local markets sell tapenade. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cable cars and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes bouillabaisse, 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 hillside walks. Toulon’s coastal charm offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of maritime history and scenic harbors, making Toulon an engaging destination for exploring France’s Provence region.

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Ajaccio, Corsica — Day 3 of Brilliance of the Seas August 3, 2026 cruise
Day 3•Wednesday, Aug 5

Ajaccio, Corsica

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Ajaccio, Corsica, offers docking at Ajaccio Port. Travelers explore Napoleon’s Birthplace and Fesch Museum. Excursions visit Calanques de Piana. Local markets sell brocciu cheese. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic streets and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes civet de sanglier, a Corsican favorite. Souvenirs, like olive wood crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Corsican history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance coastal hikes. Ajaccio’s cultural charm offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic cliffs, making Ajaccio an engaging destination for exploration.

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Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy — Day 4 of Brilliance of the Seas August 3, 2026 cruise
Day 4•Thursday, Aug 6

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

Arrival: 7:00 AM•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.

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Naples, Italy — Day 5 of Brilliance of the Seas August 3, 2026 cruise
Day 5•Friday, Aug 7

Naples, Italy

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Naples, Italy, offers docking at Naples Port. Travelers explore Pompeii ruins and Royal Palace. Excursions visit Capri’s Blue Grotto. Local markets sell margherita pizza. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes spaghetti alle vongole, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like cameo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Naples’ cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and scenic islands, making Naples an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Messina, Sicily — Day 6 of Brilliance of the Seas August 3, 2026 cruise
Day 6•Saturday, Aug 8

Messina, Sicily

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 7 at sea — Brilliance of the Seas August 3, 2026 itinerary
Day 7•Sunday, Aug 9

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Brilliance of the Seas — featuring Concierge Club, Card Room, The Colony Club & Photo Gallery.

Trieste, Italy — Day 8 of Brilliance of the Seas August 3, 2026 cruise
Day 8•Monday, Aug 10

Trieste, Italy

Arrival: 3:30 AM•Departure: —

Trieste, Italy, offers docking at Trieste Port. Travelers explore Piazza Unità d’Italia and Miramare Castle. Excursions visit Postojna Cave in Slovenia. Local markets sell gnocchi. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Habsburg architecture and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes jota, a Triestine favorite. Souvenirs, like glass crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Austro-Hungarian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Trieste’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic plazas and scenic coasts, making Trieste an engaging destination for exploring Italy’s Adriatic hub.

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Weather Forecast

Brilliance of the Seas - August 3, 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

Explore the most popular excursion options at each port.

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

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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
69 / 100
safer than 69% of all cruises
69
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
Toulon, France
Toulon
Toulon is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.
8
/ 10
Ajaccio, Corsica
Ajaccio
Ajaccio is generally safe for cruise travelers, but vigilance is advised in tourist areas during peak season to prevent petty theft.
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.
6
/ 10
Naples, Italy
Naples
Travelers in Naples should stay vigilant against petty crime and be cautious of traffic while exploring the city.
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.
8
/ 10
Trieste, Italy
Trieste
Trieste is generally safe for travelers, but vigilance against petty theft is advised in busy areas and caution is recommended after dark.

Cruise Ship

Brilliance of the Seas

⚓ Tonnage

90,090

vs avg 162,993

🛠️ Year Built

2,002

vs avg 2,010

📏 Length (ft)

962

vs avg 1,085

👥 Passenger Count

2,145

vs avg 4,184

The Brilliance of the Seas has a construction date of 2002 and a total size of 90,090 gross tons. The ship measures 962 feet in length. Brilliance of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean’s Radiance class. At full capacity, the Brilliance of the Seas holds 2,145 passengers. That includes 1,297 cruise vacationers and 848 staff members. The Brilliance of the Seas total number of staterooms is 1,074.

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Cruise Director

On duty at sail date (August 3, 2026)

Adam Donaldson — cruise director for the Brilliance of the Seas sailing on August 3, 2026

Adam Donaldson

Country: N/A•Start: Aug 3, 2026•End: Oct 5, 2026

Adam Donaldson is a Royal Caribbean cruise director known for his engaging personality and balanced mix of humor and professionalism.

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Brilliance of the Seas August 3, 2026 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the Brilliance of the Seas August 3, 2026 cruise?▾

The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $906 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

What's the weather like on the Brilliance of the Seas August 3, 2026 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 7-night route, August averages 96°F highs and 60°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the August 3, 2026 Brilliance of the Seas itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 6.9 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 7 ports. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the Brilliance of the Seas sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Brilliance of the Seas departs Barcelona, Spain on Monday, August 3, 2026 at 5:00 PM and returns on Monday, Aug 10th, 2026 at 3:30 AM. Total duration: 7 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Brilliance of the Seas sailing on August 3, 2026?▾

Adam Donaldson is scheduled as cruise director for this sailing. See the Cruise Director section above for their bio.

Can I track price drops for this Brilliance of the Seas itinerary?▾

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get an email when cabin prices drop for this exact sailing. We snapshot fares daily.

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Last Updated: May 19, 2026