Costa Serena: 10-Night Cruise from Catania - September 11, 2027

You'll have 9 hours hours to explore Taranto, Italy, from 9:00 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 Aragonese Castle offers a glimpse into the city's military past, while the old town streets are lined with charming piazzas, churches, and artisan shops.

The Costa Serena carries 3,500+ passengers, which can create congestion at the terminal in Valletta, Malta. Ship-arranged shore excursions are your best bet - these groups most often receive priority disembarkation. From the outside it looks restrained, but inside is one of the most richly decorated churches in Europe.

Your ship arrives in Catania, Sicily, Italy 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. Start around Piazza del Duomo and wander through streets lined with lava stone palaces, churches, and lively shops.

You'll have 10 hours hours to explore Naples, Italy, from 9:00 AM to 7:00 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. Enjoy Naples' street food, seafood, and pastries while exploring both cultural sites and lively neighborhoods.

The Costa Serena 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.

Your ship arrives in Ajaccio, Corsica, France at 9:00 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. Cruise ships dock directly at the port of Ajaccio, placing passengers within easy walking distance of the town center.

You'll have 8 hours hours to explore Savona (Genoa), Italy, from 8:00 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.

The Costa Serena carries 3,500+ passengers, which can create congestion at the terminal in Marseille, France. Ship-arranged shore excursions are your best bet - these groups most often receive priority disembarkation. The Old Port is the heart of Marseille, where fishing boats and yachts mingle.

Your cruise ends in Barcelona, Spain, where the Costa Serena is scheduled to dock at 9:00 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. Wandering through the older districts reveals narrow streets, hidden squares, and centuries of stories.