Costa Smeralda: 17-Night Cruise from Santa Cruz de Tenerife - March 29, 2027

You'll have 10 hours hours to explore Arrecife, Lanzarote, Canary Islands, 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. This saltwater lagoon sits at the heart of Arrecife, surrounded by white houses, small boats, and cafés.

Your ship arrives in Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands 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. Cruise ships dock at the Port of Las Palmas, within walking distance of central attractions.

You'll have 9 hours hours to explore Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, 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. The balance of cultural experiences, coastal charm, and culinary delights makes Santa Cruz a captivating stop on any Canary Islands cruise.

The Costa Smeralda carries 3,500+ passengers, which can create congestion at the terminal in Cadiz (Seville), Spain. Ship-arranged shore excursions are your best bet - these groups most often receive priority disembarkation. Cadiz's historic center is compact and ideal for wandering.

Your ship arrives in Barcelona, 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. Wandering through the older districts reveals narrow streets, hidden squares, and centuries of stories.

You'll have 9 hours hours to explore Marseille, France, 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. Stroll along the waterfront, enjoy fresh seafood at local cafes, and watch daily life unfold in this historic setting.

The Costa Smeralda carries 3,500+ passengers, which can create congestion at the terminal in Genoa, Italy. Ship-arranged shore excursions are your best bet - these groups most often receive priority disembarkation. Genoa's historic center is one of the largest medieval old towns in Europe.

Your ship arrives in Marseille, 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 at Marseille's port near the city center, making exploration on foot easy.

You'll have 10 hours hours to explore Barcelona, 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. Wandering through the older districts reveals narrow streets, hidden squares, and centuries of stories.

The Costa Smeralda carries 3,500+ passengers, which can create congestion at the terminal in Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy. Ship-arranged shore excursions are your best bet - these groups most often receive priority disembarkation. Set high above the city, Castello is the historic heart of Cagliari.

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 8 hours hours to explore Naples, Italy, from 8:30 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. Enjoy Naples' street food, seafood, and pastries while exploring both cultural sites and lively neighborhoods.

Your cruise ends in Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy, where the Costa Smeralda 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. Rome is the main draw, and many visitors focus on a handful of must see areas.