ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
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5:00 PM
Embarkation day. Rhapsody of the Seas sails at 5:00 PM.
11 nights · 10 ports
Round-trip · Barcelona, Spain
Royal CaribbeanRhapsody of the Seas
Rhapsody of the Seas
May 3, 2027
11-Night Best Of Italy & Greece aboard Rhapsody of the Seas · Departing May 3, 2027 from the Port of Barcelona, Spain.
Interior from$1,274/ guest· Prices updated Oct 11, 2026
// AT A GLANCE
Rhapsody of the Seas May 3, 2027 Cruise Overview
Rhapsody of the Seas leaves Barcelona, Spain on Monday, May 3, 2027 at 5:00 PM and ends in Piraeus (Athens), Greece on Friday, May 14 at 5:00 AM: 11 nights with 8 ports of call (La Spezia, Civitavecchia, Salerno, Messina, Mykonos, Kusadasi, Rhodes and Santorini) and 2 days at sea. It is the only upcoming departure of this itinerary on Rhapsody of the Seas. The lowest fare today is $1,274 per person for an inside cabin (about $116 a night). Since we started tracking it in November 2025, the inside fare has ranged from $1,121 to $2,486; today’s is $153 above the lowest. May averages 80°F highs and 54°F lows across the ports on this route.
The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.2 out of 10, averaged across 10 ports. Oceanview cabins rose $50 on Oct 11.
// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE
Rhapsody of the Seas May 3, 2027 Roll Call
7 SAVED THIS SAILING
// 02 · CRUISE PRICE
Rhapsody of the Seas May 3, 2027 Price & Tracking
RHAPSODY OF THE SEAS·MAY 3, 2027
The graph below tracks historic price of the Rhapsody of the Seas cruise ship departing May 3, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,274 ($116 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,248 ($114 per night), this represents a recent increase of 2%.
Rhapsody of the Seas cruise departing May 3, 2027 — 11-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,274 ($116 per night). Average price: $1,248.
// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $1,248
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Rhapsody of the Seas · May 3, 2027
$1,274
$116 per night · 11 nights
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2% above average
Avg $1,248
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// 03 · ITINERARY
11 Night Best Of Italy & Greece (Barcelona To Athens) Cruise Map
Interactive Itinerary MapMAY 3, 2027
All 12 days of the Rhapsody of the Seas May 3, 2027 cruise, including 2 days at sea. Arrival and departure times are local to each port, and the cruise line can change them before sailing.
// 04 · PORTS
11 Night Best Of Italy & Greece (Barcelona To Athens) Port List
Rhapsody of the Seas·May 3, 2027
Day 2 · Tuesday · May 4
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Rhapsody of the Seas — featuring Concierge Club, Vitality At Sea Spa, Viking Crown Lounge & Photo Gallery.
Day 7 · Sunday · May 9
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Rhapsody of the Seas.
// 05 · WEATHER
11 Night Best Of Italy & Greece (Barcelona To Athens) Weather Forecast
Rhapsody of the Seas·May 3, 2027
// YEAR-ROUND AT BARCELONA
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
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// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS
Most Popular Barcelona Shore Excursions
Independent shore excursions in every port on this Rhapsody of the Seas itinerary, booked directly with the operator who runs them. We flag the ones that guarantee you're back on board before the gangway lifts.
10 PORTS OF CALL·5,837 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR
SELECT A PORT
BEST BARCELONA SHORE TOURSBest Barcelona Shore ToursCURATED FROM 500 · NOT A SEARCH RESULT
OF 500TOP PRODUCT
4.8(7,180)
$124.46
Park Guell and Sagrada Familia Tour with Skip the Line Tickets
SMALL GROUP TOUR (up to 16 people per tour guide). Discover two of Antoni Gaudí's greatest works in a single…
4 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(6,825)
$61.66
Half-Day Montserrat Small Group Guided Tour from Barcelona
Escape the city for a morning and discover the spiritual and natural heart of Catalonia: the Montserrat…
5.3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(6,725)
$78.79
Barcelona Tapas and Wine Experience Small-Group Walking Tour
On this walking tour of Barcelona's El Born and Gothic Quarter neighborhoods, you may eat as much as you…
3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.0(5,643)
$37.68
City Sightseeing Barcelona Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour
Discover the very best of Barcelona with a 24 or 48 hour hop-on hop-off bus pass. This double-decker bus tour…
2 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.8(3,085)
$101.63
Barcelona : Sagrada, Park Guell, Montjuic & Gothic
Discover the best of Barcelona in a single day with our exclusive full-day small-group tour. We start with a…
7 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.4(2,742)
$114.19
Barcelona: Sagrada Familia Fast Track Tour with Tower Option
Get up close and personal to all the details of the Sagrada Familia on a guided tour. Skip the long lines on…
2 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
EXCELLENT QUALITY
5.0(1,782)
$188.41
Barcelona Private Tour by Sidecar Motorcycle
Discover Barcelona from the sidecar of a classic motorcycle, safely driven by your private guide. Unveil the…
3.5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(1,355)
$124.46
Montserrat Full Day Tour with Castle-Winery Lunch & Wine Tasting
Spend a full day blending spirituality, mountain landscapes and the very best of Catalan gastronomy. Depart…
9 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
These are the eight most reviewed. Barcelona has plenty more — browse the full catalogue and book direct with the operator.
SEE ALL BARCELONA EXCURSIONSPricing and availability are provided by the operator. Booking happens on their own site — Rhapsody of the Seas sails May 3, 2027, and Gangwaze earns a commission at no extra cost to you.
AFFILIATEPER-CARD ATTRIBUTION
// 07 · SAFETY SCORE
Itinerary Safety Score
11 Night Best Of Italy & Greece (Barcelona To Athens)
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.
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.
Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.
8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN10 PORTS
Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.
0.0/10
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La Spezia is generally safe for travelers, but they should remain vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.
0.0/10
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Civitavecchia is generally safe, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams in crowded areas and near attractions.
0.0/10
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Travelers in Salerno should remain vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and certain neighborhoods.
0.0/10
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Travelers in Messina should stay vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like the port and markets.
0.0/10
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Travelers in Mykonos should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas during peak season.
0.0/10
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Kusadasi is generally safe for travelers, but they should remain vigilant against petty crime and safeguard personal belongings.
0.0/10
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Rhodes is generally safe for travelers, but staying vigilant in crowded areas is advised to avoid pickpocketing and minor scams.
0.0/10
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Santorini is safe for travelers, but they should stay vigilant in crowded areas for pickpocketing and be cautious of traffic hazards.
0.0/10
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Piraeus is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised at night and in crowded areas due to petty theft and potential disruptions.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP
Rhapsody of the Seas Ship Overview
Specs & DetailsROYAL CARIBBEAN
TONNAGE
78,491GT
51.8% BELOW AVG· vs avg 162,924 GT
YEAR BUILT
1997
13 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2010
LENGTH
915ft
15.7% BELOW AVG· vs avg 1,085 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
2,040cruisers
51.2% BELOW AVG· vs avg 4,184 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP
The Rhapsody of the Seas has a construction date of 1997 and a total size of 78,491 gross tons. The ship measures 915 feet in length. Rhapsody of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean's Vision class. At full capacity, the Rhapsody of the Seas holds 2,040 passengers. That includes 1,268 cruise vacationers and 772 staff members. The Rhapsody of the Seas total number of staterooms is 1,020.
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// 09 · CRUISE DIRECTOR
Cruise Director
On duty at sail date·May 3, 2027
// 10 · FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for yourRhapsody of the Seas·May 3, 2027sailing
Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.
LAST UPDATED · OCT 11, 2026
// 11 · MORE CRUISES
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