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Cruise in the Mediterranean from Barcelona to Piraeus aboard Sun Princess ship with visits to Spain, Gibraltar, France, Italy, Greece, and Turkey for 15 days
Cruise in the Mediterranean from Barcelona to Piraeus aboard Sun Princess ship with visits to Spain, Gibraltar, France, Italy, Greece, and Turkey for 15 days
About this cruise
Embark on a 15-day cruise adventure in the Mediterranean, starting from Barcelona and sailing to Piraeus on the Sun Princess ship. Discover enchanting destinations in Spain, Gibraltar, France, Italy, Greece, and Turkey during your voyage.
Day 2: Sea day.
Day 3: Gibraltar, Gibraltar. Arrival time: 07:00. Departure time: 16:00. Duration of port stay: 9 hours. The British city of Gibraltar is located south of the Spanish coast. The 27,300 inhabitants are protected by a heavily fortified military and trading port. The unique location of the peninsula, which connects the Atlantic and the Mediterranean, can be seen as a reason for this. The waterway, called the "Strait of Gibraltar," is 60 km long and 14 km wide at its narrowest point. Gibraltar has been a frequent battleground throughout history: conquered by the Spaniards in 1462, they had to cede the island to the British in 1704. As a result, Gibraltar was declared a British crown colony in 1830. However, Spain still claims ownership of the city and its bay. The city`s attractions include the Catholic Cathedral of St. Mary the Crowned, the Anglican Cathedral of Holy Trinity, the Gibraltar Museum, and the Governor`s Palace known as "The Convent," where the changing of the guard can be observed several times a day. The most famous inhabitants of the famous Rock of Gibraltar are the Barbary macaques, which the British imported from North Africa in the 18th century.
Day 4: Sea day.
Day 5: Marseille, France. Arrival time: 08:00. Departure time: 18:00. Duration of port stay: 10 hours. Marseille is considered to be the largest and oldest port on the French Mediterranean coast and at the same time a vibrant metropolis. The city was founded in the 6th century BC by Greek colonists in a picturesque bay, lived off trade, and quickly developed into an important port city. Marseille is a cosmopolitan and hospitable tourist city that offers numerous shopping, entertainment, and recreational opportunities. Attractions: "Basilique St-Victor," the Old Port, the charity house "la Ville Charité," the cathedral "la Major," the town hall, the historical museum, the Museum of Roman "Docks," the Archaeological Museum, the Museum "Longchamp," the Museum "Grobet-Labadié," the Museum "Cantini.".
Day 6: Genoa, Italy. Arrival time: 08:00. Departure time: 20:00. Duration of port stay: 12 hours. The northern Italian port city is located on the Gulf of Genoa and is the capital of Liguria and the province of Genoa. The population includes 660,000 inhabitants. Scientific highlights of the city, which was already built in the 10th century, are the University founded in 1783, the Academy of Fine Arts and the Conservatory of Music. Other attractions: The magnificent churches "San Lorenzo" and "Santi Abrògio e Andrea" built in a terraced style on the slopes, as well as the palaces "Palazzo Durazzo", "Palazzo Ducale" and "Palazzo Bianco".
Day 7: La Spezia, Italy. Arrival time: 07:00. Departure time: 19:00. Duration of port stay: 12 hours. The city of La Spezia, with approximately 110,000 inhabitants, is located on the green hills of Italy. The port city is bordered to the north by the steep mountains of the "Cinque Terre" and has beautiful beaches in the south near "Carrara". La Spezia is considered a modern port and industrial city and also has the charm of Art Nouveau. Palm trees and oleander trees characterize the cityscape. The city is influenced by both tourism and the nearby naval base. Attractions include the large Friday market on "Viale Garibaldi", the "Naval Museum" and "Castello San Giorgio".
Day 8: Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy. Arrival time: 06:00. Departure time: 18:00. Duration of port stay: 12 hours. The Italian capital Rome is also called "the Eternal City", because the pulsating metropolis still harbors valuable, world-famous treasures from antiquity. The most important attractions of the city include the "Baths of Caracalla", the Imperial Forum, the Colosseum, the "Piazza Navona", the fountain of the god Neptune, and of course St. Peter`s Basilica with Michelangelo`s dome.
Day 9: Naples, Italy. Arrival time: 07:00. Departure time: 19:00. Duration of port stay: 12 hours. The city is of Greek origin and belonged to the Norman Kingdom of Sicily in the 11th century. From 1282 until the founding of Italy in 1861, it was the capital of the Kingdom of Naples. Worth seeing is the Piazza Garibaldi (main square of Naples in front of the central train station with the Garibaldi monument, Via Umberto I with many shops, fruit and fish markets, and street vendors everywhere); the old town districts (with the harbor, the Porta Capuana city gate, the Francis church, the town hall, the Umberto I gallery); the former royal palace Palazzo Reale (with the national library); the Castel Sant Elmo (dating back to the 14th century, located on a hill above the city); the San Gennaro Cathedral (dating back to the 13th century, with the grave of the city`s patron saint - St. Januarius); the National Archaeological Museum (with the famous Alexander mosaic); the National Museum (with many finds from Herculaneum and Pompeii).
Day 10: Sea day.
Day 11: Chania (Crete), Greece. Arrival time: 08:00. Departure time: 18:00. Duration of port stay: 10 hours. The harbor city of Chania, located on the Greek island of Crete, is not only the second largest, but also the most breathtaking city in Crete. The Venetian influence is reflected in the cityscape. This can be seen in numerous facades of Venetian townhouses and palaces, such as the Renerie Palace. The church Agios Andreas, the Nautical Museum and the famous lighthouse are worth a visit. The beautiful sandy beach of Falasarna is considered one of the most stunning beaches on the island as well as in all of Europe.
Day 12: Sea day.
Day 13: Istanbul, Turkey. Arrival time: 07:00. Departure time: 17:00. Duration of port stay: 10 hours. A global metropolis with a unique character. A city full of beauty and contrasts, with breathtaking world history, from Byzantium to Constantinople to the present. Furthermore, Istanbul is not just culture. Shopping on a budget, eating oriental cuisine, or meeting new people are just a few examples among many. The city is full of historically significant buildings, monuments, churches, and mosques.
Day 14: Mykonos, Greece. Arrival time: 12:00. Departure time: 21:00. Duration of port stay: 9 hours. The port city is home to the majority of the approximately 3,500 inhabitants of the Greek island of Mykonos. The old town is best accessed from the waterfront. In the center of the city is the Three-Fountain Square "Platia Tria Pigadia" with three draw wells that provided water to the old town until the 1950s. Places of interest include the "Nautiko Moussio", one of the most charming museums of 19th century maritime history in Greece with a beautiful shaded garden, the "House of Lena", which is approximately 200 years old and furnished with furniture and art, giving an insight into a 19th century bourgeois house, the small "Agios Nikolaos Church", and the town hall with a red tile roof.
Day 15: Piraeus (Athens), Greece. Arrival time: 06:00. Piraeus, a modern port city today, has been the port of Athens since ancient times, connected to the capital by city walls, of which only remains are left. Piraeus has gained a reputation for its attractive nightlife and romantic seafood taverns by the sea. Sights include the ancient port of Zea Marina, remains of the Long Walls (5th century BC), Archaeological Museum with ancient wrecks, Apollo and Athena statues, Hellenic Maritime Museum, and Veakio Theater.
Cabin Prices
The cruise price at the top of the page (2.348€) is listed for the accommodation of one person in a double cabin. To get the total cabin cost, multiply this price by two. All subsequent prices are listed for the entire cabin and do not require additional multiplication.
All prices presented on this website are approximate and do not constitute a public offer. For precise price information, please contact the service provider.
Single Cabin Price
| Cruise Date | Interior Cabin | Ocean View Cabin | Balcony Cabin | Suite |
| 05/04/2025 - 19/04/2025 | 4.540€ | 6.950€ | 7.330€ | 8.850€ |
| 26/04/2025 - 10/05/2025 | 4.540€ | 6.950€ | 7.330€ | 8.850€ |
| 17/05/2025 - 31/05/2025 | 4.540€ | 6.950€ | 7.330€ | 9.040€ |
| 09/08/2025 - 23/08/2025 | 4.440€ | 6.860€ | 7.140€ | 9.040€ |
| 30/08/2025 - 13/09/2025 | 4.440€ | 6.760€ | 7.140€ | 8.850€ |
Double Cabin Price
| Cruise Date | Interior Cabin | Ocean View Cabin | Balcony Cabin | Suite |
| 05/04/2025 - 19/04/2025 | 4.800€ | 8.010€ | 8.390€ | 9.910€ |
| 26/04/2025 - 10/05/2025 | 4.800€ | 8.020€ | 8.400€ | 9.920€ |
| 17/05/2025 - 31/05/2025 | 4.800€ | 8.020€ | 8.400€ | 10.110€ |
| 09/08/2025 - 23/08/2025 | 4.700€ | 7.910€ | 8.200€ | 10.100€ |
| 30/08/2025 - 13/09/2025 | 4.700€ | 7.820€ | 8.200€ | 9.910€ |
Cabin Price for Two Adults with One Child
| Cruise Date | Interior Cabin | Ocean View Cabin | Balcony Cabin | Suite |
| 05/04/2025 - 19/04/2025 | 4.800€ | 8.010€ | 8.390€ | 9.900€ |
| 26/04/2025 - 10/05/2025 | 4.800€ | 8.010€ | 8.400€ | 9.920€ |
| 17/05/2025 - 31/05/2025 | 4.800€ | 8.010€ | 8.400€ | 10.110€ |
| 09/08/2025 - 23/08/2025 | 4.700€ | 7.910€ | 8.200€ | 10.100€ |
| 30/08/2025 - 13/09/2025 | 4.700€ | 7.820€ | 8.200€ | 9.900€ |
Cabin Price for Two Adults with Two Children
| Cruise Date | Interior Cabin | Ocean View Cabin | Balcony Cabin | Suite |
| 05/04/2025 - 19/04/2025 | 4.800€ | 8.010€ | 8.390€ | 9.900€ |
| 26/04/2025 - 10/05/2025 | 4.800€ | 8.020€ | 8.400€ | 9.920€ |
| 17/05/2025 - 31/05/2025 | 4.800€ | 8.020€ | 8.400€ | 10.100€ |
| 09/08/2025 - 23/08/2025 | 4.700€ | 7.910€ | 8.200€ | 10.100€ |
| 30/08/2025 - 13/09/2025 | 4.700€ | 7.820€ | 8.200€ | 9.900€ |
Cruise Route
Day 1: Barcelona, Spain. Departure time: 17:00. The city is a successful blend of tradition and modernity. Here you can find both historical buildings from the Middle Ages and modern architecture. Barcelona is considered the most important economic center of Catalonia. In terms of culture, the Mediterranean metropolis has a lot to offer, including the Picasso Museum, the Museum of Modern Art, and the National Art Museum of Catalonia. In the Gothic old town "Barri Gotic" you will find the Cathedral "La Seu" from the 13th century. However, the symbol of Barcelona is the church "Sagrada Familia", designed by Antonio Gaudí. Barcelona is bustling both during the day with business activities and at night with an active nightlife. Another attraction is the "Rambles", the magnificent promenade located in the center, with numerous street cafes, shops, restaurants, bars, and nightclubs. Furthermore, one should not miss "El Puerto", the harbor with its beautiful view over Barcelona and the nearby boulevard "Paseo de Colón".Day 2: Sea day.
Day 3: Gibraltar, Gibraltar. Arrival time: 07:00. Departure time: 16:00. Duration of port stay: 9 hours. The British city of Gibraltar is located south of the Spanish coast. The 27,300 inhabitants are protected by a heavily fortified military and trading port. The unique location of the peninsula, which connects the Atlantic and the Mediterranean, can be seen as a reason for this. The waterway, called the "Strait of Gibraltar," is 60 km long and 14 km wide at its narrowest point. Gibraltar has been a frequent battleground throughout history: conquered by the Spaniards in 1462, they had to cede the island to the British in 1704. As a result, Gibraltar was declared a British crown colony in 1830. However, Spain still claims ownership of the city and its bay. The city`s attractions include the Catholic Cathedral of St. Mary the Crowned, the Anglican Cathedral of Holy Trinity, the Gibraltar Museum, and the Governor`s Palace known as "The Convent," where the changing of the guard can be observed several times a day. The most famous inhabitants of the famous Rock of Gibraltar are the Barbary macaques, which the British imported from North Africa in the 18th century.
Day 4: Sea day.
Day 5: Marseille, France. Arrival time: 08:00. Departure time: 18:00. Duration of port stay: 10 hours. Marseille is considered to be the largest and oldest port on the French Mediterranean coast and at the same time a vibrant metropolis. The city was founded in the 6th century BC by Greek colonists in a picturesque bay, lived off trade, and quickly developed into an important port city. Marseille is a cosmopolitan and hospitable tourist city that offers numerous shopping, entertainment, and recreational opportunities. Attractions: "Basilique St-Victor," the Old Port, the charity house "la Ville Charité," the cathedral "la Major," the town hall, the historical museum, the Museum of Roman "Docks," the Archaeological Museum, the Museum "Longchamp," the Museum "Grobet-Labadié," the Museum "Cantini.".
Day 6: Genoa, Italy. Arrival time: 08:00. Departure time: 20:00. Duration of port stay: 12 hours. The northern Italian port city is located on the Gulf of Genoa and is the capital of Liguria and the province of Genoa. The population includes 660,000 inhabitants. Scientific highlights of the city, which was already built in the 10th century, are the University founded in 1783, the Academy of Fine Arts and the Conservatory of Music. Other attractions: The magnificent churches "San Lorenzo" and "Santi Abrògio e Andrea" built in a terraced style on the slopes, as well as the palaces "Palazzo Durazzo", "Palazzo Ducale" and "Palazzo Bianco".
Day 7: La Spezia, Italy. Arrival time: 07:00. Departure time: 19:00. Duration of port stay: 12 hours. The city of La Spezia, with approximately 110,000 inhabitants, is located on the green hills of Italy. The port city is bordered to the north by the steep mountains of the "Cinque Terre" and has beautiful beaches in the south near "Carrara". La Spezia is considered a modern port and industrial city and also has the charm of Art Nouveau. Palm trees and oleander trees characterize the cityscape. The city is influenced by both tourism and the nearby naval base. Attractions include the large Friday market on "Viale Garibaldi", the "Naval Museum" and "Castello San Giorgio".
Day 8: Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy. Arrival time: 06:00. Departure time: 18:00. Duration of port stay: 12 hours. The Italian capital Rome is also called "the Eternal City", because the pulsating metropolis still harbors valuable, world-famous treasures from antiquity. The most important attractions of the city include the "Baths of Caracalla", the Imperial Forum, the Colosseum, the "Piazza Navona", the fountain of the god Neptune, and of course St. Peter`s Basilica with Michelangelo`s dome.
Day 9: Naples, Italy. Arrival time: 07:00. Departure time: 19:00. Duration of port stay: 12 hours. The city is of Greek origin and belonged to the Norman Kingdom of Sicily in the 11th century. From 1282 until the founding of Italy in 1861, it was the capital of the Kingdom of Naples. Worth seeing is the Piazza Garibaldi (main square of Naples in front of the central train station with the Garibaldi monument, Via Umberto I with many shops, fruit and fish markets, and street vendors everywhere); the old town districts (with the harbor, the Porta Capuana city gate, the Francis church, the town hall, the Umberto I gallery); the former royal palace Palazzo Reale (with the national library); the Castel Sant Elmo (dating back to the 14th century, located on a hill above the city); the San Gennaro Cathedral (dating back to the 13th century, with the grave of the city`s patron saint - St. Januarius); the National Archaeological Museum (with the famous Alexander mosaic); the National Museum (with many finds from Herculaneum and Pompeii).
Day 10: Sea day.
Day 11: Chania (Crete), Greece. Arrival time: 08:00. Departure time: 18:00. Duration of port stay: 10 hours. The harbor city of Chania, located on the Greek island of Crete, is not only the second largest, but also the most breathtaking city in Crete. The Venetian influence is reflected in the cityscape. This can be seen in numerous facades of Venetian townhouses and palaces, such as the Renerie Palace. The church Agios Andreas, the Nautical Museum and the famous lighthouse are worth a visit. The beautiful sandy beach of Falasarna is considered one of the most stunning beaches on the island as well as in all of Europe.
Day 12: Sea day.
Day 13: Istanbul, Turkey. Arrival time: 07:00. Departure time: 17:00. Duration of port stay: 10 hours. A global metropolis with a unique character. A city full of beauty and contrasts, with breathtaking world history, from Byzantium to Constantinople to the present. Furthermore, Istanbul is not just culture. Shopping on a budget, eating oriental cuisine, or meeting new people are just a few examples among many. The city is full of historically significant buildings, monuments, churches, and mosques.
Day 14: Mykonos, Greece. Arrival time: 12:00. Departure time: 21:00. Duration of port stay: 9 hours. The port city is home to the majority of the approximately 3,500 inhabitants of the Greek island of Mykonos. The old town is best accessed from the waterfront. In the center of the city is the Three-Fountain Square "Platia Tria Pigadia" with three draw wells that provided water to the old town until the 1950s. Places of interest include the "Nautiko Moussio", one of the most charming museums of 19th century maritime history in Greece with a beautiful shaded garden, the "House of Lena", which is approximately 200 years old and furnished with furniture and art, giving an insight into a 19th century bourgeois house, the small "Agios Nikolaos Church", and the town hall with a red tile roof.
Day 15: Piraeus (Athens), Greece. Arrival time: 06:00. Piraeus, a modern port city today, has been the port of Athens since ancient times, connected to the capital by city walls, of which only remains are left. Piraeus has gained a reputation for its attractive nightlife and romantic seafood taverns by the sea. Sights include the ancient port of Zea Marina, remains of the Long Walls (5th century BC), Archaeological Museum with ancient wrecks, Apollo and Athena statues, Hellenic Maritime Museum, and Veakio Theater.