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Spirit of Discovery

17 Night Italian Charms and the Mediterranean on SAGA Spirit of Discovery

October 15, 2027

Spirit of Discovery October 15, 2027

The Spirit of Discovery October 15, 2027 cruise departs from Portsmouth,uk. On this Italian Charms and the Mediterranean sailing, the Spirit of Discovery will visit a total of 8 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Friday, Oct 15th and returns on Monday, Nov 1st, 2027.

Cruise Length
17
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Portsmouth
uk
Port Stops
8
Sea Days
9
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Spirit of Discovery · October 15, 2027

The Spirit of Discovery sails on October 15, 2027 for a Italian Charms and the Mediterranean. The ship will depart the port of Portsmouth,uk at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Portsmouth,uk on Nov 1st at 7:00 AM. During the 18-day journey, the Spirit of Discovery will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 9 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

Italian Charms and the Mediterranean

  • OCT15
    Portsmouth,uk
    Portsmouth,uk
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT16
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT17
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT18
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT19
    Gibraltar, U.K.
    Gibraltar, U.K.
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT20
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT21
    Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands
    Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT22
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT23
    Salerno (naples), Italy
    Salerno (naples), Italy
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • OCT24
    Palermo, Sicily
    Palermo, Sicily
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT25
    Cagliari, Sardinia
    Cagliari, Sardinia
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT26
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT27
    Cartagena, Spain
    Cartagena, Spain
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT28
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT29
    Lisbon, Portugal
    Lisbon, Portugal
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT30
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT31
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • NOV01
    Portsmouth,uk
    Portsmouth,uk
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

October 15, 2027 · Italian Charms and the Mediterranean

Portsmouth,uk
Day 1•Friday, Oct 15

Portsmouth,uk

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:00 PM

Portsmouth, England, provides docking at Portsmouth Port. Travelers explore the Historic Dockyard and HMS Victory. Excursions visit Stonehenge’s ancient stones. Local markets sell pork pies. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures naval ships and Solent vistas. Dining onboard includes fish and chips, an English favorite. Souvenirs, like nautical crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover maritime history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance dockyard walks. Portsmouth’s naval heritage offers a vibrant English stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ships, prehistoric sites, and coastal charm, making Portsmouth an engaging destination for exploring England’s maritime and ancient history.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 2•Saturday, Oct 16

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 3•Sunday, Oct 17

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 4•Monday, Oct 18

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Gibraltar, U.K.
Day 5•Tuesday, Oct 19

Gibraltar, U.K.

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 6•Wednesday, Oct 20

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands
Day 7•Thursday, Oct 21

Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Palma de Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain, offers docking at Palma Port. Travelers explore La Seu Cathedral and Bellver Castle. Excursions visit Valldemossa’s monastery. Local markets sell ensaimada. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Gothic spires and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes sobrasada, a Mallorcan favorite. Souvenirs, like pearl crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Balearic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Palma’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Palma an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 8•Friday, Oct 22

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Salerno (naples), Italy
Day 9•Saturday, Oct 23

Salerno (naples), Italy

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Salerno (Naples), Italy, offers docking at Salerno Port with excursions to Naples. Travelers explore Pompeii’s ruins and Amalfi Coast villages. Excursions visit Capri’s Blue Grotto. Local markets sell limoncello. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes pizza margherita, a Neapolitan favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Salerno’s historic allure offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and coastal beauty, making Salerno an engaging gateway to Naples.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Palermo, Sicily
Day 10•Sunday, Oct 24

Palermo, Sicily

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Palermo, Sicily, offers docking at Palermo Port. Travelers explore Palermo Cathedral and Norman Palace. Excursions visit Monreale’s mosaics. Local markets sell arancini. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Arab-Norman architecture and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes caponata, 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 comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Palermo’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Palermo an engaging destination for exploring Sicily’s capital.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Cagliari, Sardinia
Day 11•Monday, Oct 25

Cagliari, Sardinia

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Cagliari, Sardinia, offers docking at Cagliari Port. Travelers explore Poetto Beach and Castello district. Excursions visit Nora’s ancient ruins. Local markets sell malloreddus. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval towers and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes fregola con frutti di mare, a Sardinian favorite. Souvenirs, like cork crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Nuragic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cagliari’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and scenic beaches, making Cagliari an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 12•Tuesday, Oct 26

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Cartagena, Spain
Day 13•Wednesday, Oct 27

Cartagena, Spain

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Cartagena, Spain, offers docking at Cartagena Port. Travelers explore Roman Theatre and Naval Museum. Excursions visit Murcia’s cathedral. Local markets sell caldero. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes zarangollo, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carthaginian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cartagena’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of Roman landmarks and scenic harbors, making Cartagena an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Murcia region.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 14•Thursday, Oct 28

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Lisbon, Portugal
Day 15•Friday, Oct 29

Lisbon, Portugal

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Lisbon, Portugal, offers docking at Lisbon Port. Travelers explore Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery. Excursions visit Sintra’s Pena Palace. Local markets sell pastéis de nata. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Manueline architecture and Tagus River vistas. Dining onboard includes bacalhau, a Portuguese favorite. Souvenirs, like azulejo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Age of Exploration history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Lisbon’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Portuguese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic rivers, making Lisbon an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 16•Saturday, Oct 30

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 17•Sunday, Oct 31

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Portsmouth,uk
Day 18•Monday, Nov 1

Portsmouth,uk

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

Portsmouth, England, provides docking at Portsmouth Port. Travelers explore the Historic Dockyard and HMS Victory. Excursions visit Stonehenge’s ancient stones. Local markets sell pork pies. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures naval ships and Solent vistas. Dining onboard includes fish and chips, an English favorite. Souvenirs, like nautical crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover maritime history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance dockyard walks. Portsmouth’s naval heritage offers a vibrant English stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ships, prehistoric sites, and coastal charm, making Portsmouth an engaging destination for exploring England’s maritime and ancient history.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Spirit of Discovery - October 15, 2027 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Portsmouth,uk

⛅

October

Typical Weather

79°F

Average High

28°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
74 / 100
safer than 74% of all cruises
74
8
/ 10
Portsmouth,uk
Portsmouth
Portsmouth is generally safe for cruise travelers, but it's important to stay vigilant in crowded areas to prevent petty crime.
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.
7
/ 10
Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands
Palma De Mallorc
Palma de Mallorca is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.
7
/ 10
Salerno (naples), Italy
Salerno
Travelers in Salerno should remain vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and certain neighborhoods.
6
/ 10
Palermo, Sicily
Palermo
Travelers in Palermo should stay vigilant against petty theft and scams, keeping belongings secure and being aware of their surroundings.
8
/ 10
Cagliari, Sardinia
Cagliari
Cagliari is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates and a welcoming atmosphere, allowing travelers to explore confidently.
7
/ 10
Cartagena, Spain
Cartagena
Travelers should remain vigilant and secure their belongings in popular areas to enjoy Cartagena safely, as pickpockets may be present.
8
/ 10
Lisbon, Portugal
Lisbon
Travelers in Lisbon should stay vigilant in crowded areas and on public transport to avoid petty theft and keep belongings secure.

Cruise Ship

Spirit of Discovery

⚓ Tonnage

55,900

vs avg 55,900

🛠️ Year Built

2,019

vs avg 2,020

📏 Length (ft)

—

vs avg —

👥 Passenger Count

1,000

vs avg 1,000

The Spirit of Discovery has a construction date of 2019 and a total size of 55,900 gross tons. The ship measures — feet in length. Spirit of Discovery is included in SAGA’s Mainstream class. At full capacity, the Spirit of Discovery holds 1,000 passengers. That includes 1,000 cruise vacationers and — staff members. The Spirit of Discovery total number of staterooms is 0.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Spirit of Discovery sailing on October 15, 2027?

This is a 17-night cruise itinerary departing from Portsmouth,uk.

What ports does the Spirit of Discovery visit on the October 15, 2027 cruise?

This route includes portsmouthuk, gibraltar-uk, palma-de-mallorca-spain, salerno-naples-italy, palermo-sicily, cagliari-sardinia, cartagena-spain, lisbon-portugal.

How many sea days are included on this Spirit of Discovery October 15, 2027 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 9 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Spirit of Discovery sailing on October 15, 2027?

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 Spirit of Discovery itinerary?

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get updates when cabin prices change for this sailing.

Last Updated: Apr 1, 2026