EUROPE BY CRUISE 2027–2028: The Complete Port-by-Port Guide to Italy, Greece, Spain, France, the Adriatic, Malta & Türkiye

Europe by Cruise 2027–2028
See more of Europe. Waste less time in port. Cruise with confidence.
A European cruise can take you from the sunlit coasts of Spain and France to the historic cities of Italy, the Greek Islands, Malta, Türkiye and the dramatic ports of the Adriatic. But with limited hours ashore, unfamiliar transport systems, crowded attractions and dozens of excursion choices, even a dream itinerary can become surprisingly difficult to plan.
Europe by Cruise 2027–2028 is a practical, port-by-port companion created to help you make smarter decisions before departure and throughout your voyage.
Whether you are sailing for the first time or returning to Europe with a longer itinerary, this guide goes beyond simple lists of attractions. It explains how each cruise port actually works, what can realistically be accomplished in a day, when independent sightseeing makes sense, when a ship excursion may be worth the extra cost, and how to avoid the mistakes that can turn an exciting port day into a stressful race back to the ship.
Explore major cruise destinations including Barcelona, Rome and Civitavecchia, Naples, Pompeii, the Amalfi Coast, Florence, Pisa, Cinque Terre, Athens, Santorini, Mykonos, Crete, Rhodes, Corfu, Dubrovnik, Split, Kotor, Istanbul, Kusadasi, Ephesus, Marseille, the French Riviera, Palma, Valencia, Málaga, Cartagena, Malta and more.
Inside you'll discover:
Practical port-by-port sightseeing strategies
Embarkation and disembarkation guidance for major European cruise gateways
Realistic advice for trains, taxis, ferries, buses, private tours and DIY exploration
How to choose between cruise-line excursions and independent tours
Strategies for difficult tender ports and crowded destinations
Guidance for Santorini, Mykonos, Kotor and other logistically challenging calls
Cruise planning for Italy, Greece, Spain, France, Malta, Türkiye and the Adriatic
Advice for travellers with limited mobility, families and older cruisers
Practical information on money, tipping, phones, roaming, safety and pickpockets
Packing strategies for heat, cobblestones, churches, beaches and long walking days
Budgeting guidance for flights, hotels, excursions and onboard extras
Ready-to-use 7-, 10- and 14-night planning models
Port-day worksheets, checklists and backup plans for unexpected changes
Guidance for choosing between mainstream, premium, luxury and smaller-ship cruise lines
Instead of trying to see everything, this guide helps you identify what is genuinely worth your limited time ashore.
From watching the sunset over the Aegean to walking through ancient Ephesus, exploring Rome, sailing the Adriatic or enjoying a relaxed afternoon on the French Riviera, Europe by Cruise 2027–2028 gives you the practical knowledge to experience these destinations with less uncertainty and more enjoyment.
Plan smarter. Explore more. Cruise Europe better.
Your European cruise starts long before you board the ship. Make every port count.