Costa Fascinosa: 7-Night Cruise from Genoa - April 4, 2027

You'll have 10 hours hours to explore La Spezia (Cinque Terre), Italy, 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. The waterfront promenade is pleasant and open, while nearby streets reveal shops, cafes, and local food spots.

The Costa Fascinosa carries 3,500+ passengers, which can create congestion at the terminal in Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy. Ship-arranged shore excursions are your best bet - these groups most often receive priority disembarkation. Rome is the main draw, and many visitors focus on a handful of must see areas.

Arriving in Capri, Italy at 8:00 PM with only 1 hours hours before your 9:00 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. The funicular connects Marina Grande with Capri town and is part transport, part experience.

You'll have 9 hours hours to explore Salerno, Italy, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 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. Wear light, breathable clothing in summer and layered clothing in cooler months.

The Costa Fascinosa carries 3,500+ passengers, which can create congestion at the terminal in Messina, Sicily, Italy. Ship-arranged shore excursions are your best bet - these groups most often receive priority disembarkation. The Cathedral of Messina, rebuilt after earthquakes, features a stunning interior, historic mosaics, and the famous astronomical clock.

Your ship arrives in Toulon, France 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. Take the cable car to Mont Faron for stunning panoramic views of Toulon and the Mediterranean.

Your cruise ends in Genoa, Italy, where the Costa Fascinosa is scheduled to dock at 8:30 AM. With 3,500+ passengers, disembarkation groups are called over a two to three hour window - but once your group is called, you'll be off in about 15 minutes. Self-assist - carrying your own bags off - lets you skip the wait and walk off first. Book your flight at least five hours after the ship's scheduled arrival. Genoa's historic center is one of the largest medieval old towns in Europe.