Costa Serena: 11-Night Cruise from Marseille - May 29, 2027

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 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 Naples, 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. Wear comfortable shoes for walking on cobblestone streets and uneven paths.

You'll have 9 hours hours to explore Cagliari, Sardinia, 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 city's layered history shows up in Roman ruins, medieval towers, and wide Spanish style streets, all woven into daily life.

The Costa Serena carries 3,500+ passengers, which can create congestion at the terminal in Palermo, Sicily, Italy. Ship-arranged shore excursions are your best bet - these groups most often receive priority disembarkation. Palermo Cathedral is a magnificent blend of architectural styles, including Norman, Gothic, and Baroque elements.

Your ship arrives in Valletta, Malta at 10:00 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. From the outside it looks restrained, but inside is one of the most richly decorated churches in Europe.

You'll have 10 hours hours to explore Catania, Sicily, Italy, from 7:00 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. History lovers will find Roman ruins woven into modern streets, while architecture fans can admire baroque buildings rebuilt after volcanic eruptions.

The Costa Serena carries 3,500+ passengers, which can create congestion at the terminal in Taranto, Italy. Ship-arranged shore excursions are your best bet - these groups most often receive priority disembarkation. Explore the Aragonese Castle, an iconic fortress that offers panoramic views of the Ionian Sea and insight into Taranto's strategic maritime history.

The Costa Serena carries 3,500+ passengers, and with only 7 hours hours in Argostoli, Kephalonia, everyone's competing for the same narrow window. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the most reliable way to bypass the bottleneck - you'll get priority disembarkation and a guaranteed return before the ship leaves. One of the most photographed beaches in Greece, Myrtos sits in a sweeping bay framed by cliffs.

You'll have 10 hours hours to explore Mykonos, Greece, from 12:00 PM to 10:00 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. Psarou Beach offers golden sand, clear waters, and a lively atmosphere with beachfront bars and restaurants.

Your cruise ends in Mykonos, Greece, where the Costa Serena is scheduled to dock at 11:15 PM. 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. Psarou Beach offers golden sand, clear waters, and a lively atmosphere with beachfront bars and restaurants.

Your cruise ends in Piraeus (Athens), Greece, where the Costa Serena is scheduled to dock at 6:00 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. From the Acropolis to lively plazas filled with cafés, the city balances ancient wonders with everyday Greek life.

Your cruise departs from Mykonos, Greece on the Costa Serena, carrying thousands of passengers. Fly in the day before to protect against flight disruptions - the ship won't wait. If you're given an assigned boarding time, showing up earlier sometimes works but isn't guaranteed. Complete your online check-in before arrival. In Mykonos, euros are the local currency, and credit cards are widely accepted.