Mediterranean Western Route

The Mediterranean Western Route packs more history per nautical mile than any other cruise, covering 800 miles between Barcelona and Naples in one week. You'll visit 12 UNESCO World Heritage sites, from the Sagrada Familia to Pompeii. However, compared to #8 Japanese Coastal Cruise's serene temple gardens, the Mediterranean's port cities burst with 4 million tourists in peak season, meaning long queues at the Colosseum. Still, the density of ancient ruins per day—3 major ports in 7 days—offers unrivaled cultural depth for history enthusiasts.