Costa Diadema: 12-Night Cruise from Marseille - October 21, 2027

You'll have 8 hours hours to explore Savona (Genoa), Italy, from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. Savona's historic center is compact and inviting, filled with narrow streets, small squares, and historic buildings.

Arriving in Barcelona, Spain at 2:00 PM with only 6 hours hours before your 7:30 PM departure is a tight window. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the safest play here - you'll get priority disembarkation, and the ship will wait for its own excursions to return. Focus on one or two experiences close to the port. Wandering through the older districts reveals narrow streets, hidden squares, and centuries of stories.

The Costa Diadema will be offloading over 2,000 passengers into Alicante, Spain. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the smoothest way to bypass terminal congestion - these groups often get priority disembarkation. Perched above the city, Santa Barbara Castle offers sweeping views of Alicante and the coastline.

Your ship arrives in Cartagena, Spain at 8:00 AM, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. The Roman Theatre is Cartagena's star attraction and an impressive one.

You'll have 10 hours hours to explore Malaga, Spain, from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. Located in Malaga old town, the museum showcases works by Pablo Picasso, the city's most famous native.

The Costa Diadema will be offloading over 2,000 passengers into Tangier, Morocco. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the smoothest way to bypass terminal congestion - these groups often get priority disembarkation. Explore the Kasbah Museum, located within the historic citadel.

Your ship arrives in Cadiz (Seville), Spain at 8:00 AM, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. Cadiz's historic center is compact and ideal for wandering.

With 6 hours hours in Gibraltar, British Territory and the Costa Diadema carrying over 2,000 passengers, time and transportation will be tight. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the best move - priority disembarkation and a guaranteed return to the ship. Don't leave this to chance. Visiting the Rock is the signature experience.

The Costa Diadema will be offloading over 2,000 passengers into Lisbon, Portugal. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the smoothest way to bypass terminal congestion - these groups often get priority disembarkation. Exploring the Alfama district offers a glimpse into Lisbon's medieval heart with narrow cobbled streets, colorful houses, and hidden courtyards.

Your cruise ends in Marseille, France, where the Costa Diadema is scheduled to dock at 9:00 AM. With over 2,000 passengers, disembarkation groups are called over a one to two hour window - once your group is called, you'll be off in about 15 minutes. Self-assist lets you walk off first. Book your flight at least five hours after the ship's scheduled arrival. Stroll along the waterfront, enjoy fresh seafood at local cafes, and watch daily life unfold in this historic setting.