What ports does the Brilliance of the Seas visit on October 19th, 2026?

This itinerary visits the following ports: 1. Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy, 2. Naples, Italy, 3. Messina, Sicily, 4. Valletta, Malta, 5. Dubrovnik, Croatia, 6. Split, Croatia, 7. Ravenna, Italy.

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7 Night Italy Croatia & Malta on Royal Caribbean Brilliance of the Seas

October 19, 2026

Brilliance of the Seas October 19, 2026

The Brilliance of the Seas October 19, 2026 cruise departs from Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy. On this 7 Night Italy Croatia & Malta (Rome To Ravenna) sailing, the Brilliance of the Seas will visit a total of 7 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Monday, Oct 19th and returns on Monday, Oct 26th, 2026.

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Departure Port

Civitavecchia

Italy

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Sea Days

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Brilliance of the Seas · October 19, 2026

The Brilliance of the Seas sails on October 19, 2026 for a 7 Night Italy Croatia & Malta (Rome To Ravenna). The ship will depart the port of Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Ravenna, Italy on Oct 26th at 6:00 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 Croatia & Malta (Rome To Ravenna)

OCT19
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
A: — - D: 5:00 PM
OCT20
Naples, Italy
A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
OCT21
Messina, Sicily
A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
OCT22
Valletta, Malta
A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
OCT23
At Sea
A: — - D: —
OCT24
Dubrovnik, Croatia
A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
OCT25
Split, Croatia
A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
OCT26
Ravenna, Italy
A: 6:00 AM - D: —

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Cruise Ports

October 19, 2026 · 7 Night Italy Croatia & Malta (Rome To Ravenna)

Day 1•Monday, Oct 19

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:00 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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Day 2•Tuesday, Oct 20

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.

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Day 3•Wednesday, Oct 21

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.

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Day 4•Thursday, Oct 22

Valletta, Malta

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Valletta, Malta, offers docking at Valletta Port. Travelers explore St. John’s Co-Cathedral and Upper Barrakka Gardens. Excursions visit Mdina’s medieval walls. Local markets sell pastizzi. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Baroque architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes rabbit stew, a Maltese favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Knights of Malta history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Valletta’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Maltese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic harbors, making Valletta an engaging destination.

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Day 5•Friday, Oct 23

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Day 6•Saturday, Oct 24

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Dubrovnik, Croatia, offers docking at Gruž Port. Travelers explore Old Town walls and Lokrum Island. Excursions include kayaking along Adriatic shores. Local markets sell travarica. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval ramparts and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes pašticada, a Croatian favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Dalmatian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance wall walks. Dubrovnik’s historic charm offers a vibrant Croatian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic coasts, making Dubrovnik an engaging destination for exploration.

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Day 7•Sunday, Oct 25

Split, Croatia

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Split, Croatia, offers docking at Split Port. Travelers explore Diocletian’s Palace and Marjan Hill. Excursions visit Trogir’s historic center. Local markets sell soparnik. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Roman ruins and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes pašticada, a Croatian favorite. Souvenirs, like lavender crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Dalmatian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance palace walks. Split’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Croatian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic hills, making Split an engaging destination for exploring Croatia’s Adriatic coast.

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Day 8•Monday, Oct 26

Ravenna, Italy

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

Ravenna, Italy, offers docking at Ravenna Port. Travelers explore UNESCO-listed Byzantine mosaics and Dante’s tomb. Excursions visit Bologna’s medieval towers. Local markets sell piadina. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for historic tours. Photography captures ancient basilicas and Adriatic vistas. Dining onboard includes tortellini, an Emilia-Romagna favorite. Souvenirs, like mosaic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Byzantine history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance mosaic walks. Ravenna’s artistic heritage offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic mosaics, cultural landmarks, and coastal charm, making Ravenna an engaging destination for exploring Italy’s Adriatic heritage.

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Weather Forecast

Brilliance of the Seas - October 19, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

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October

Typical Weather

79°F

Average High

48°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.11in

Daily average

3.4 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

73 / 100

safer than 73% of all cruises

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Civitavecchia

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

/ 10

Naples

Travelers in Naples should stay vigilant against petty crime and be cautious of traffic while exploring the city.

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Messina

Travelers in Messina should stay vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like the port and markets.

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Valletta

Valletta is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas while enjoying the sights.

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Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik has a low crime rate and visible police presence, but travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.

/ 10

Split

Split is generally safe for travelers, but caution in crowded areas is advised to prevent petty theft and pickpocketing.

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Ravenna

Ravenna is generally safe for cruise travelers, but vigilance is advised in crowded areas to prevent pickpocketing.

Cruise Ship

⚓ Tonnage

90,090

vs avg 160,100

🛠️ Year Built

2,002

vs avg 2,009

📏 Length (ft)

962

vs avg 1,081

👥 Passenger Count

2,145

vs avg 4,070

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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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Brilliance of the Seas sailing on October 19, 2026?

This is a 7-night cruise itinerary departing from Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy.

What ports does the Brilliance of the Seas visit on the October 19, 2026 cruise?

This route includes rome-italy, naples-italy, messina-sicily, valletta-malta, dubrovnik-croatia, split-croatia, ravenna-italy.

How many sea days are included on this Brilliance of the Seas October 19, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 1 sea day.

Who is the cruise director for the Brilliance of the Seas sailing on October 19, 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 Brilliance of the Seas itinerary?

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Last Updated: Mar 30, 2026