Mediterranean Cruises
Ancient cities, whitewashed islands and turquoise coves — the Mediterranean packs the world’s great port cities into a single sailing, and we’ll match the right ship and itinerary to you.
A Mediterranean cruise is the most efficient way to see Europe’s greatest cities and coastlines — dock in the morning, spend the day in Rome, Barcelona or Dubrovnik, and sleep as the ship glides to the next. Itineraries split into the Western Mediterranean (Barcelona, the French Riviera, the Italian Riviera, Rome, Florence/Pisa and Naples), the Eastern Mediterranean and Greek Isles (Athens, Santorini, Mykonos, Ephesus and the Aegean), and the Adriatic (Venice, Dubrovnik, Kotor and the Croatian coast). The season runs March to November, with warm, calm summers and mild, uncrowded shoulder months. Ships range from giant resort vessels to intimate luxury and yacht-style ships. We match the region, ship, season and cabin to you — and get you the best cruise price free from a true cruise specialist.
Why cruise the Mediterranean?
Great cities, one trip
Rome, Barcelona, Venice, Athens, Dubrovnik — unpack once and let the ship connect Europe’s marquee ports.
History and beaches
Ancient ruins and Renaissance art by day, whitewashed islands and turquoise coves in between — culture and coast in one week.
A long, sunny season
Sailings from spring to late autumn, with warm calm summers and quieter, cooler shoulder months that dodge the crowds.
A ship for every style
From family resort mega-ships to intimate luxury and yacht-style vessels that slip into smaller harbors — we match the mood.
Western Med, Greek Isles or Adriatic?
The Western Mediterranean is the classic first cruise — Barcelona, the French Riviera (Nice, Monaco, Provence), the Italian Riviera and Cinque Terre, Rome (Civitavecchia), Florence/Pisa (Livorno) and Naples for Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast. The Eastern Mediterranean and Greek Isles center on Athens, Santorini and Mykonos, with Ephesus in Turkey and the Aegean. The Adriatic pairs Venice with Croatia and Montenegro — Dubrovnik, Split and the Bay of Kotor.
Timing shapes the trip: July–August are hot and busy; May–June and September–October are ideal, with warm seas and thinner crowds. Tell us your must-see cities, dates and home airport, and we’ll match the right sailing and starting port.
Starting in the Adriatic or the Greek Isles? RoomsCheap.com lists hotels near Venice’s cruise terminal and hotels near Piraeus for Athens sailings, so you can arrive a day early.
Mediterranean cruising in pictures
Ready to plan your Mediterranean cruise?
Tell us the cities you want to see, your dates and departure airport, and we’ll match the ship, cabin and itinerary — and get your best cruise price free from a true cruise specialist, with no obligation.
Get your best Mediterranean cruise price freeFrequently Asked Questions
What’s the difference between Western and Eastern Mediterranean cruises?
Western itineraries focus on Spain, France and Italy — Barcelona, the Riviera, Rome, Florence/Pisa and Naples. Eastern itineraries focus on Greece, the Greek Isles and Turkey — Athens, Santorini, Mykonos and Ephesus. Adriatic cruises center on Venice, Croatia and Montenegro. We match the region to what you most want to see.
When is the best time for a Mediterranean cruise?
The season runs roughly April to November. May–June and September–October offer warm weather, calmer seas and fewer crowds; July–August are hottest and busiest. We’ll help you pick the best window.
Which ports are best for Rome, Florence and Pisa?
Rome is reached from Civitavecchia; Florence and Pisa from Livorno; Venice and the Amalfi Coast/Pompeii from Venice and Naples respectively. We’ll flag the shore-excursion logistics and travel times for each.
Do I need to fly to Europe for the cruise?
Yes — Mediterranean cruises start from European ports such as Barcelona, Rome (Civitavecchia), Venice, Athens (Piraeus) or Trieste. We help you choose the easiest embarkation port and can advise on pre-cruise stays.
How do I get a quote?
Tell us your dates, the region or cities you want and your departure airport, and request your best cruise price free from a true cruise specialist, with no obligation.
