Spain, Italy & France from Barcelona with Stay, 31 October 2026 (9 nights)

18 Reviews

Costa Smeralda - Costa Cruises

Cagliari, Sardinia

Palermo, Sicily

Itinerary Map

Capuchin Abbey and Catacombs

Rome (Civitavecchia)

Terme Taurine

Aquafelix Waterpark

Savona

Art Nouveau Architecture

Bergeggi

Marseille (Provence)

Calanques National Park

History Museum of Marseille

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Cruise + Flight + Hotel

31 October 2026 · 9 nights Change date

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Cruise + Flight 2 November 2026 · 7 nights
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per person

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- 2 Adults
- 1 Adult

Inside from - £1,229 per person 1 I2
Outside from - £1,349 per person 2 E1
Balcony from - £1,399 per person 3 B1
Inside from - £1,829 per person 1 I1
Outside from - £1,999 per person 2 E1
Balcony from - £2,099 per person 3 B1
Suite from - £2,279 per person 4 S
Suite from - £3,999 per person 4 S

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Bespoke Handcrafted Cruise & Stay Packages

All Overseas Transfers

2nts Barcelona pre-cruise stay

Family Friendly

Handcrafted Holidays

Hotel Included

Tips Included

Transfers included

Your itinerary

Day 1-2 Pre-cruise
- Day 1
  - Flight departs
    Departs TBC TBC
    
    Arrives TBC TBC
    
    Flight details for this itinerary are not yet available. We will provide full information, including departure times and airlines, as soon as they are confirmed.
  - Barcelona Hotel Stay
    
    Transfers to Hotel Included
    
    4 star hotel
    
    Stay in style at U232 Hotel
    
    This hotel is located in the Eixample, a quiet residential Barcelona neighborhood planned by Ildefons Cerdá in 1860, and home to some of Gaudí's most famous works like the Sagrada Familia, the Pedrera, and the Casa Batlló. This attractive hotel is situated in the heart of the shopping and boutique area, opposite the exhibition centre. The shops and department stores of Diagonal Avenue are just 7 minutes' walk away. The hotel is only 1 km away from the tourist centre which offers numerous sights, such as the Ramblas. Public transport can be found within around 200 m.
- Day 2
  - Barcelona Hotel Stay
    
    4 star hotel
    
    Stay in style at U232 Hotel
    
    This hotel is located in the Eixample, a quiet residential Barcelona neighborhood planned by Ildefons Cerdá in 1860, and home to some of Gaudí's most famous works like the Sagrada Familia, the Pedrera, and the Casa Batlló. This attractive hotel is situated in the heart of the shopping and boutique area, opposite the exhibition centre. The shops and department stores of Diagonal Avenue are just 7 minutes' walk away. The hotel is only 1 km away from the tourist centre which offers numerous sights, such as the Ramblas. Public transport can be found within around 200 m.
Day 3-10 Cruise from Barcelona and back
- Day 3
  - Cruise departs from Barcelona
    
    Departs at: 7 pm
    
    Transfers to Port Included
    
    Las Ramblas
    
    Sagrada Familia
    
    Barcelona City History Museum
    
    Park Guell
    
    Casa Batllo
    
    Casa Mila
    
    Sant Sebastia
    
    Camp Nou Stadium
    
    From Gaudí’s masterpieces to lively tapas bars, Barcelona’s unique blend of art, culture, and history will captivate you.
- Day 4
  - At Sea
- Day 5
  - Cagliari, Sardinia
    
    Arrives at: 8 am, Departs at: 5 pm
    
    Bastione San Remy
    
    Calamosca Beach
    
    Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption & Saint Cecilia
    
    Cagliari is the capital of Sardinia, and was the cradle of the Pre-Nuragic culture. The city was founded by the Phoenicians in around the 8th century BC, and was later colonized by different populations due to its strategic position on the Mediterranean. Among the places of interest that stand out are the Bastion of Saint Remy, the ancient quarter of Castello, and the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta and Santa Cecilia. There are also numerous other archaeological sites from different historical periods.
- Day 6
  - Palermo, Sicily
    
    Arrives at: 8 am, Departs at: 4:30 pm
    
    Capella Palatina
    
    Capuchin Abbey and Catacombs
    
    La Martorana
    
    Monte Pellegrino
    
    Palazzo dei Normanni
    
    Palmero Archaeological Museum
    
    Palermo Cathedral
    
    Palermo is the capital of Sicily, as well as the fifth Italian municipality by population. The city has a long history: it was in fact founded by the Phoenicians at the turn of the 7th and 6th centuries BC and was subject to the conquests of various populations, including Romans and Saracens. Numerous buildings are recognised by the State as national monuments due to their historical and artistic features, such as the Cathedral and the Martorana Church.
- Day 7
  - Rome (Civitavecchia)
    
    Arrives at: 8:30 am, Departs at: 7 pm
    
    Terme Taurine
    
    Aquafelix Waterpark
    
    Forte Michelangelo
    
    Cathedrale de Civitavecchia
    
    Today's Civitavecchia was born as an Etruscan village along the Tyrrhenian coast, but it is believed that the territory has been inhabited since the Neolithic era. The first documents mentioning the city date back to the year 107 AD; the same as the construction of the port which ended three years later. During a stop in Civitavecchia you can visit the Taurine Baths, the Michelangelo Fort, and the Cathedral.
- Day 8
  - Savona
    
    Arrives at: 8:30 am, Departs at: 6 pm
    
    Art Nouveau Architecture
    
    Bergeggi
    
    Capella Sistina
    
    Priamar Fortress
    
    Savona is the third largest city in Liguria, after Genoa and La Spezia. It boasts remarkable points of interest such as the Priamar Fortress which was built by the powerful Republic of Genoa, and dates back to the 16th century. The Savona Sistine Chapel, smaller than its Roman namesake, which was commissioned by Pope Sixtus IV in the 15th century, and the Cathedral of Maria Assunta, the main place of worship in the Savona area. Another prominent aspect of the city is the Art Nouveau-style architecture.
- Day 9
  - Marseille (Provence)
    
    Arrives at: 8:30 am, Departs at: 6:30 pm
    
    Calanques National Park
    
    History Museum of Marseille
    
    Le Panier District
    
    Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde
    
    Vieux Port
    
    La Corniche
    
    With a history dating back to the 5th century and the accolade of European Capital of Culture 2013, in Marseille you’ll find an old city full of charm to explore and pretty modern districts alike. Tuck into a classic pissaladière at the old port before visiting the famous coves of the Calanques National Park to the south- a stunning sight and only 25 minutes away by car. Before you leave don’t forget to buy a Marseille soap to give your suitcase a delicious holiday scent!
- Day 10
  - Barcelona
    
    Arrives at: 8 am
    
    Las Ramblas
    
    Sagrada Familia
    
    Barcelona City History Museum
    
    Park Guell
    
    Casa Batllo
    
    Casa Mila
    
    Sant Sebastia
    
    Camp Nou Stadium
    
    From Gaudí’s masterpieces to lively tapas bars, Barcelona’s unique blend of art, culture, and history will captivate you.
DAY 10 Flight
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- Departs TBC TBC
- Arrives TBC TBC
Transfers to Airport Included

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What's included

Included

Flights

Choose to fly from a variety of airports included within the price.

Hotel

A hotel stay is include in this cruise. See the itinerary for details of the hotel. Transfers to and from the hotel are included.

Entertainment

Choose from a variety of things to entertain yourself including restaurants, bars, theatre, pools and much more.

Meals

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks from the buffet and main dining restaurants are all included. Meals from the specialty dining restaurants are additional.

Accommodation

Your cabin is included in the price of the cruise.

Port Fees & Taxes

No surprises. All port fees and taxes are included in the price.

Extras

Drinks

While some non-alcoholic beverages during meals may be included, alcoholic drinks and specialty beverages are not included in the base fare. These typically require purchasing a beverage package or paying per drink. Costa offers a range of beverage packages to accommodate different preferences. Alternatively you can upgrade to the Comfort or Comfort Plus fare which includes a drinks package

Speciality Dining

Specialty restaurants allow travellers to enhance their dining experience during the cruise. This is a great way to add variety to your holiday or celebrate a special occasion. You can pay for meals in the special dining restaurants onboard.

Excursions

If you would like to do any excursions/tours while docked these will be an additional charge. Excursions/tours can’t currently be booked with us online but please contact us after you have made the booking if you would like to add these to your package. Alternatively these can be bought while on the ship but may be more expensive than pre-booking.

Parking

Car parking at the port or airport for the duration of your trip is not included within the price of the cruise. Port/airport parking can’t currently be booked with us online but please contact us after you have made the booking if you would like to add this to your package. An approximate cost for parking is between £12 - £20 per car per day. Alternatively we can arrange transfers from your home to the departure airport/port.

Insurance

Insurance is not included in your package. We've partnered with Holiday Extras. They have 40 years of experience and offer excellent insurance cover for your holiday. Their flexible policies offer cruise-specific cover, so you can rest assured that you are completely covered when you go away.
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Transfers (home to port)

Transfers from your home to the port or airport aren't included but we can help organise coach transfers, taxis etc to make your life easier. Please contact us after you have made the booking if you would like to add these to your package.

Visa

Visas are not provided by us or the cruise operator. Visas and other travel documents have to be obtained by the individual passengers prior to sailing.
We've partnered with The Travel Visa Company for all your visa needs. They will be able to provide tailored advice and for a fee, assist with arranging your documents.

Ship Facilities

Costa Smeralda - By Costa Cruises

Family friendly Good for couples Over 50s Informal Large Ship

Year: 2019 · 11 Decks · Max capacity: 6,600 people

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Cruises on Costa Smeralda

Cabins on Costa Smeralda

Outside from £1,349
Classic Ocean View stateroom £1,349 pp
Suite from £2,279
Suite with balcony £2,279 pp
Grand Suite with balcony £2,699 pp
Balcony from £1,399
Classic Balcony stateroom £1,399 pp
Inside from £1,229
Classic Inside stateroom £1,229 pp

Outside from £1,349
Classic Ocean View stateroom £1,349 pp
Suite from £2,279
Suite with balcony £2,279 pp
Grand Suite with balcony £2,699 pp
Balcony from £1,399
Classic Balcony stateroom £1,399 pp
Inside from £1,229
Classic Inside stateroom £1,229 pp

Outside from £1,349
Classic Ocean View stateroom £1,349 pp
Suite from £2,279
Suite with balcony £2,279 pp
Grand Suite with balcony £2,699 pp
Balcony from £1,399
Classic Balcony stateroom £1,399 pp
Inside from £1,229
Classic Inside stateroom £1,229 pp

To book an accessible cabin, please give us a call 020 3991 1166

Iglu Cruise customer reviews for Costa Smeralda

4.1

Based on 18 reviews

Cabin

Service

Excursions

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Entertainment

Our cruise was 50/50 Some good some bad. Cabin quite small, food sometimes good sometimes bad. ship too big and too crowded. Even charged us 22 euros fees for the day we disembarked at 9. 30 am

couple

6-10 cruises

31 Dec 2025

Whilst the cruise did not have a lot of British passengers onboard, we had a superb time. Cabin was spotless and roomy. Service by all staff was first class. Food was amazing at all times with nothing we thought was bad. Entertainment was some of the best we have seen at sea. We will definitely be going back with Costa again. Ignore all of the bad press and reviews as it's not as bad as people make out. Fantastic well designed ship.

couple

6-10 cruises

30 Dec 2025

Ship was amazing and clean. Staff worked hard but didn't have time to give guests the same level of attention that you receive with other cruise lines . Restaurant food was hit and miss . Overall good value for money

family

6-10 cruises

4 Nov 2025

Amazing week My husband and daughter’s first cruise and it was amazing. Food was amazing but very Italian. But we enjoyed it not one plate I thought was bad. The gammon and pork belly in the buffet was my favourite. staff was amazing. The party’s was amazing the balcony cabin with the terrace was a good size for two adults and a child. The buffet could get a bit mad at busy times but other than that it was great. Next year we’ll do a biggger boat.

family

2-5 cruises

28 Oct 2025

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Terms and Conditions

All offers and prices are subject to change and availability at time of enquiry. Prices are based on two passengers sharing unless otherwise stated and are subject to the Tour Operator's terms and conditions. Cabin and Flight supplements may apply. Other supplements may apply in addition to the price shown above. Flight details, timings and routing may be subject to alteration. Other tour operator charges may also apply. Any Onboard Spending money or drinks package value shown will be per cabin, again based on two sharing.