--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 3fa00288-7a6a-44cf-9bba-f7aa832df2a1 slug: 2267305 voyage_code: None cruise_line: Costa Cruises ship: Costa Smeralda departure_date: return_date: nights: 7 embarkation_port: Palermo (Sicily) disembarkation_port: Palermo (Sicily) starting_price_usd: 1838.0 bookable: false last_updated: 2026-05-05T05:11:14Z --- # Mediterranean from Palermo > Costa Cruises · Costa Smeralda · Aug 6 – 13   (7 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Costa Cruises | | **Ship** | Costa Smeralda | | **Duration** | 7 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Palermo (Sicily) | | **Disembarkation Port** | Palermo (Sicily) | | **Starting Price** | 1,838 USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | None | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Palermo (Sicily) **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 04:30 PM Strategically placed between Europe and Africa, the island of Sicily has for centuries been a focus of military and commercial activity. And the city of Palermo is still today a fascinating centre of culture and enterprise. According to historical research, the prehistoric inhabitants of Palermo, once named Panormus because of its deep bay and anchorage, lived in caves and shelters around the 660-metre high Mount Pellegrino, which dominates the city's skyline. The city has been ruled by all t... ### Day 2: Civitavecchia, Italy **Arrives:** 08:30 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM From the ancient port of Civitavecchia you will land in the heart of the Roman and Etruscan civilisations; the old town is also a fabulous mediaeval village. Civitavecchia of today is the result of a thousand-year long process of civilisation and urbanisation in the Lazio region. In the area, close to where this city is located (and just 70 km from Rome), there are important historical elements that, over the centuries, have overlapped and accumulated to confirm the presence and evolution of o... ### Day 3: Savona, Italy **Arrives:** 08:30 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Above the port of Savona, the Priamar Fortress greets every departure and arrival of the Costa ships sailing in the Mediterranean. Genoa and its aquarium are nearby. The port of Savona, which you can explore during your cruise in Italy, is one of the prettiest of the Italian Riviera. The lovely climate, summers that are never to hot, mild winters and the exceptional beauty of the sea near the town makes Savona an excellent base to set out to explore Liguria. Savona is notable for the Priamar Fo... ### Day 4: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 5: Marseille, France **Arrives:** 08:30 AM · **Departs:** 06:30 PM A pleasant thing to do is simply sit down at one of the cafes overlooking the port of Marseilles and, sipping a Pastis, observe the landscape and the people who inhabit it. Also called the Porpoise City, Marseille is France’s sunniest town, charming with its gullies where you can swim, its history and culture and restaurants with cosmopolitan cuisine. You cannot leave without having first toured on the “Cours Julien”, the street for shopping. The port of Marseille is perhaps a typical tou... ### Day 5: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 6: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 6: Ibiza **Arrives:** 12:30 PM · **Departs:** 08:00 PM The island of Ibiza, or ‘Eivissa’ as the Catalans call it, is a great travel destination for those who want to escape from everyday life and be lulled by the crystal-clear waters of the Balearic Sea. It is an island of beauty and excess, blessed with spectacular pristine beaches and dense pine forests. Ibiza has long attracted hedonistic personalities, while today it is the extraordinary clubbing scene that attracts tourists from all over the world. Ibiza is in fact the major clubbing capit... ### Day 7: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 8: Palermo (Sicily) **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Strategically placed between Europe and Africa, the island of Sicily has for centuries been a focus of military and commercial activity. And the city of Palermo is still today a fascinating centre of culture and enterprise. According to historical research, the prehistoric inhabitants of Palermo, once named Panormus because of its deep bay and anchorage, lived in caves and shelters around the 660-metre high Mount Pellegrino, which dominates the city's skyline. The city has been ruled by all t... ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Inside | $1,838 | | Ocean View | $1,948 | | Balcony | $2,328 | | Suite | $2,983 | ## Cabin Options ### Inside Cabins **Interior Group ( I1 + I2 )** (Code: IN1) Interior **Classic Inside** (Code: IC) Extremely comfortable! For those who love to stay by the pool all day, enjoy aperitifs and rotating shows: a room from where everything is easily accessible, to enjoy a comfortable night’s sleep and start off each day with a new adventure.Simplicity in classic style for a low-cost and inspiring trav... **Interior** (Code: I4) — From $2,640 Extremely comfortable! For those who love to stay by the pool all day, enjoy aperitifs and rotating shows: a room from where everything is easily accessible, to enjoy a comfortable night’s sleep and start off each day with a new adventure.Simplicity in classic style for a low-cost and inspiring trav... **Interior Group ( I3 + I4 )** (Code: IN2) Interior **Inside - Guaranteed** (Code: IV) Extremely comfortable! For those who love to stay by the pool all day, enjoy aperitifs and rotating shows: a room from where everything is easily accessible, to enjoy a comfortable night’s sleep and start off each day with a new adventure.Simplicity in classic style for a low-cost and inspiring trav... **Interior** (Code: I3) — From $2,640 Interior **Premium Inside** (Code: IP) Extremely comfortable! For those who love to stay by the pool all day, enjoy aperitifs and rotating shows: a room from where everything is easily accessible, to enjoy a comfortable night’s sleep and start off each day with a new adventure.Simplicity in classic style for a low-cost and inspiring trav... **Interior** (Code: I2) — From $2,640 Interior **Interior** (Code: I1) — From $2,640 Interior ### Outside Cabins **Terrace with Sea View** (Code: T1) — From $2,640 Do you know that feeling of freedom you get when there’s nothing but sea and sky in front of you? You can experience it whenever you want; just walk out on the terrace for outdoor breakfast or sit on the veranda and enjoy the view at any time of the year. What more do you want? **Classic Outside Ocean view** (Code: EC) A new sea view everyday The sky and the sea in your room: enjoy ever-changing views from the comfort of your bed! An elegant and bright room to relax with those you love and daily admire the colours of your holiday. Elegant Bright A new sea view everyday Safe and comfortable It's not just about fi... **Oceanview Group ( E1 + E2 )** (Code: ET1) Oceanview **Premium Outside Ocean view** (Code: EP) A new sea view everyday The sky and the sea in your room: enjoy ever-changing views from the comfort of your bed! An elegant and bright room to relax with those you love and daily admire the colours of your holiday. Elegant Bright A new sea view everyday Safe and comfortable It's not just about fi... **Outside - Guaranteed** (Code: EV) A new sea view everyday The sky and the sea in your room: enjoy ever-changing views from the comfort of your bed! An elegant and bright room to relax with those you love and daily admire the colours of your holiday. Elegant Bright A new sea view everyday Safe and comfortable It's not just about fi... **Oceanview** (Code: E2) — From $2,640 A new sea view everyday The sky and the sea in your room: enjoy ever-changing views from the comfort of your bed! An elegant and bright room to relax with those you love and daily admire the colours of your holiday. Elegant Bright A new sea view everyday Safe and comfortable It's not just about fi... **Premium Terrace** (Code: TP) A panorama for every season Do you know that feeling of freedom you get when there’s nothing but sea and sky in front of you? You can experience it whenever you want; just walk out on the terrace for outdoor breakfast or sit on the veranda and enjoy the view at any time of the year. What more do you... **Classic Terrace** (Code: TC) A panorama for every season Do you know that feeling of freedom you get when there’s nothing but sea and sky in front of you? You can experience it whenever you want; just walk out on the terrace for outdoor breakfast or sit on the veranda and enjoy the view at any time of the year. What more do you... **Oceanview** (Code: E1) — From $2,640 A new sea view everyday The sky and the sea in your room: enjoy ever-changing views from the comfort of your bed! An elegant and bright room to relax with those you love and daily admire the colours of your holiday. Elegant Bright A new sea view everyday Safe and comfortable It's not just about fi... **Terrace with Sea View** (Code: T2) — From $2,640 Do you know that feeling of freedom you get when there’s nothing but sea and sky in front of you? You can experience it whenever you want; just walk out on the terrace for outdoor breakfast or sit on the veranda and enjoy the view at any time of the year. What more do you want? ### Balcony Cabins **Balcony Group** (Code: BA2) Balcony **Balcony Group** (Code: BA1) Balcony **Balcony** (Code: B3) — From $2,640 Enjoy the sea breeze! A large terrace just for you, to experience the beauty of the sea, any time of day and night, and take memorable selfies with your sweetheart. Your Sea Terrace allows you to enjoy your breakfast in the open air or sip your aperitif at sunset while admiring an ever-changing sea ... **Premium Ocean Balcony** (Code: BP) Enjoy the sea breeze! A large terrace just for you, to experience the beauty of the sea, any time of day and night, and take memorable selfies with your sweetheart. Your Sea Terrace allows you to enjoy your breakfast in the open air or sip your aperitif at sunset while admiring an ever-changing sea ... **Balcony - Guaranteed** (Code: BV) Enjoy the sea breeze! A large terrace just for you, to experience the beauty of the sea, any time of day and night, and take memorable selfies with your sweetheart. Your Sea Terrace allows you to enjoy your breakfast in the open air or sip your aperitif at sunset while admiring an ever-changing sea ... **Balcony** (Code: B1) — From $2,640 Enjoy the sea breeze! A large terrace just for you, to experience the beauty of the sea, any time of day and night, and take memorable selfies with your sweetheart. Your Sea Terrace allows you to enjoy your breakfast in the open air or sip your aperitif at sunset while admiring an ever-changing sea ... **Balcony** (Code: B2) — From $2,640 Enjoy the sea breeze! A large terrace just for you, to experience the beauty of the sea, any time of day and night, and take memorable selfies with your sweetheart. Your Sea Terrace allows you to enjoy your breakfast in the open air or sip your aperitif at sunset while admiring an ever-changing sea ... **Classic Ocean Balcony** (Code: BC) Enjoy the sea breeze! A large terrace just for you, to experience the beauty of the sea, any time of day and night, and take memorable selfies with your sweetheart. Your Sea Terrace allows you to enjoy your breakfast in the open air or sip your aperitif at sunset while admiring an ever-changing sea ... **Balcony** (Code: B4) — From $2,640 Enjoy the sea breeze! A large terrace just for you, to experience the beauty of the sea, any time of day and night, and take memorable selfies with your sweetheart. Your Sea Terrace allows you to enjoy your breakfast in the open air or sip your aperitif at sunset while admiring an ever-changing sea ... ### Suite Cabins **Grand Suite with Ocean View Balcony** (Code: GS) — From $2,640 Comfort and a touch of luxury Opening our welcome bottle is the best way to start enjoying the luxury of this suite, which is simply top of the line: private butler, whirlpool and many little amenities for a holiday that is fit for kings and queens, just as you deserve. Exclusive location An XXL te... **Suite with Ocean View Balcony** (Code: S) — From $2,640 Comfort and a touch of luxury Opening our welcome bottle is the best way to start enjoying the luxury of this suite, which is simply top of the line: private butler, whirlpool and many little amenities for a holiday that is fit for kings and queens, just as you deserve. Exclusive location An XXL te... ## Ship Information ### Costa Smeralda Costa Smeralda is the ship that is the symbol of beauty, style and Italian hospitality. Its spaces were expertly created drawing inspiration from the squares of our beautiful country. What’s new on our latest Flagship: The Colosseum, the heart of the Costa Smeralda, spanning three decks at the centre of the ship, dedicated to the finest in entertainment. The Piazza di Spagna: a grand open air staircase overlooking the stern. The "Volare" walkway that reaches the highest point on the ship at 65 metres and Trastevere: a square in the centre of the ship that combines bars, shops and entertainment in one place. Now take a look at the current position of Costa Smeralda. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 6,554 | | Crew | 1,646 | | Gross Tonnage | 185,010.0 | | Length | 1,105.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 2,612 | ## Ports of Call ### Palermo (Sicily) *Coordinates: 38.1156, 13.3613* Strategically placed between Europe and Africa, the island of Sicily has for centuries been a focus of military and commercial activity. And the city of Palermo is still today a fascinating centre of culture and enterprise. According to historical research, the prehistoric inhabitants of Palermo, once named Panormus because of its deep bay and anchorage, lived in caves and shelters around the 6... ### Civitavecchia, Italy *Coordinates: 42.1062, 11.7757* From the ancient port of Civitavecchia you will land in the heart of the Roman and Etruscan civilisations; the old town is also a fabulous mediaeval village. Civitavecchia of today is the result of a thousand-year long process of civilisation and urbanisation in the Lazio region. In the area, close to where this city is located (and just 70 km from Rome), there are important historical elements ... ### Savona, Italy *Coordinates: 44.2976, 8.4645* Above the port of Savona, the Priamar Fortress greets every departure and arrival of the Costa ships sailing in the Mediterranean. Genoa and its aquarium are nearby. The port of Savona, which you can explore during your cruise in Italy, is one of the prettiest of the Italian Riviera. The lovely climate, summers that are never to hot, mild winters and the exceptional beauty of the sea near the tow... ### Marseille, France *Coordinates: 43.2976, 5.38104* A pleasant thing to do is simply sit down at one of the cafes overlooking the port of Marseilles and, sipping a Pastis, observe the landscape and the people who inhabit it. Also called the Porpoise City, Marseille is France’s sunniest town, charming with its gullies where you can swim, its history and culture and restaurants with cosmopolitan cuisine. You cannot leave without having first toure... ### Ibiza *Coordinates: 38.9089, 1.43238* The island of Ibiza, or ‘Eivissa’ as the Catalans call it, is a great travel destination for those who want to escape from everyday life and be lulled by the crystal-clear waters of the Balearic Sea. It is an island of beauty and excess, blessed with spectacular pristine beaches and dense pine forests. Ibiza has long attracted hedonistic personalities, while today it is the extraordinary club... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2267305 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2267305 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2267305.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2267305/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/costa-cruises/costa-smeralda/other/120566.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-05 05:11:14 UTC