Costa Serena: 12-Night Cruise from Savona (Genoa) - May 4, 2027

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 Serena carries 3,500+ passengers, which can create congestion at the terminal in Alicante, Spain. Ship-arranged shore excursions are your best bet - these groups most often receive priority disembarkation. Perched above the city, Santa Barbara Castle offers sweeping views of Alicante and the coastline.

Your ship arrives in Lisbon, Portugal 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. Exploring the Alfama district offers a glimpse into Lisbon's medieval heart with narrow cobbled streets, colorful houses, and hidden courtyards.

You'll have 9 hours hours to explore Cadiz (Seville), Spain, from 12:00 PM to 9:00 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 is layered into daily life, from ancient watchtowers to baroque cathedrals.

The Costa Serena carries 3,500+ passengers, which can create congestion at the terminal in Tangier, Morocco. Ship-arranged shore excursions are your best bet - these groups most often receive priority disembarkation. Explore the Kasbah Museum, located within the historic citadel.

With an early arrival in Casablanca, Morocco at 6:00 AM, your group has a real advantage - you'll be among the first off the ship, ahead of the crowds that build by mid-morning. Use this window to reach popular spots in Casablanca, Morocco before congestion sets in. The Hassan II Mosque is one of the largest religious buildings in the world and a defining symbol of Casablanca.

You'll have 9 hours hours to explore Cartagena, Spain, 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. This is one of the easiest ports for independent exploration, as most major sights are within walking distance.

The Costa Serena carries 3,500+ passengers, which can create congestion at the terminal in Tarragona, Spain. Ship-arranged shore excursions are your best bet - these groups most often receive priority disembarkation. Discover Tarragona's Roman past at the Amphitheatre, the Forum, and the ancient walls.

Arriving in Marseille, France at 12:00 PM with only 7 hours hours before your 7:00 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. Cruise ships dock at Marseille's port near the city center, making exploration on foot easy.

Your cruise ends in Savona (Genoa), Italy, where the Costa Serena is scheduled to dock at 8:00 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. Savona's historic center is compact and inviting, filled with narrow streets, small squares, and historic buildings.