Costa Cruises has officially opened bookings for the remainder of its 2026 season, inviting travelers to secure their European vacations aboard 6 ships exploring the Mediterranean and northern Europe. Spanning April through November, the itineraries offer diverse destinations and convenient departure options.
Mediterranean highlights include:
- Costa Fortuna: Responding to strong demand, Costa Fortuna will extend her popular Greece and Turkey itinerary from early May through early October. Weekly Friday departures from Athens (Piraeus) will include calls at Istanbul, Mykonos, and Santorini.
- Costa Fascinosa: Introduces a refreshed weeklong itinerary featuring stops in Italy, Greece, and Malta, with embarkation options in Taranto (Italy) or Athens (Greece).
- Costa Toscana: Departing every Friday from Genoa starting March 27th, 2026, this flagship vessel will visit Marseille, Barcelona, Cagliari, Naples, and Rome (Civitavecchia).
- Costa Smeralda: Sailing from Savona, this sistership to Costa Toscana will call at Marseille, Barcelona, Palma de Mallorca, Palermo, and Rome.
- Costa Favolosa: Offering an extended season from mid-May through early October with 5 itineraries departing from Hamburg (Germany). Highlights include the UNESCO-listed Sognefjord in Norway and the dramatic landscapes of Iceland.
- Costa Diadema: Operating weeklong Norwegian fjord cruises from Kiel, Germany. Guests can marvel at Hellesylt’s waterfalls, Geiranger fjord’s grandeur, and the charm of Stavanger’s wooden houses.
Costa's 2026 lineup showcases the company’s dedication to delivering varied and immersive European travel experiences. With a mix of cultural landmarks, natural wonders, and convenient departure ports, the itineraries cater to both seasoned travelers and first-time cruisers.