
7-night
From $989
Costa Cruises
Costa Smeralda
Sep 12, 2026 · Savona, Italy Riviera
→ Mediterranean
Set sail from the Italian Riviera's premier cruise port with easy access to the Mediterranean's most captivating destinations.
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Savona serves as one of the Mediterranean's most convenient departure ports, tucked along Italy's stunning Ligurian coast just 30 miles west of Genoa. This working port city combines industrial efficiency with Italian charm, making it an increasingly popular gateway for Mediterranean ocean cruises. The modern cruise terminal puts you within easy reach of both the historic city center and excellent transport connections throughout northern Italy.
With 112 upcoming sailings and prices starting at $675, Savona offers exceptional value for Mediterranean exploration. Costa Cruises dominates operations here, with Costa Smeralda, Costa Pacifica, and Costa Fascinosa among the most frequent visitors. The port's strategic location makes it ideal for itineraries throughout the Mediterranean, from the French Riviera and Spanish coast to Italian islands and beyond. Getting here is straightforward—Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport sits just 35 minutes away, while Milan's airports are roughly two hours by car or train. The port provides parking facilities for those driving, and the nearby Savona train station connects to Italy's extensive rail network.
Savona appeals to cruisers seeking authentic Italian atmosphere without the overwhelming crowds of larger cities like Rome or Venice. The terminal's efficiency means less time in lines and more time enjoying your vacation. Before or after your cruise, the old town's medieval towers, seaside promenade, and local trattorias offer a genuine taste of Ligurian life. The port's compact layout and well-organized operations make embarkation and disembarkation remarkably smooth.
Browse the available sailings from Savona to find your perfect Mediterranean adventure and connect with fellow ocean cruisers who've experienced this welcoming Italian departure port.
Practical reading from people who actually cruise.
Explore the imposing 16th-century fortress overlooking Savona's harbor and old town.
Visit the Baroque cathedral and adjoining Sistine Chapel built by a Savona-born pope.
Browse Ligurian artworks and religious paintings at Savona's civic art gallery.
Stroll the pedestrian shopping street lined with cafes, boutiques and gelaterias.
Walk the palm-lined promenade along the marina before or after your cruise.
Climb the medieval tower marking Savona's historic center and old maritime quarter.
Visit Genoa's aquarium, old port and narrow caruggi lanes just along the coast.
Tour the glamorous fishing-village harbor of Portofino and its scenic coastal neighbor.
Explore the colorful cliffside villages of Italy's famous Cinque Terre coastline.
Sample regional wines and local specialties like pesto at a countryside vineyard.
Cross into the French Riviera to see Monaco's casino and glamorous marina.
Wander the fortified medieval hamlet of Finalborgo near Finale Ligure's rocky coast.
Departures
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7-night
From $989
Costa Cruises
Sep 12, 2026 · Savona, Italy Riviera
→ Mediterranean

7-night
From $1,057
Costa Cruises
Sep 13, 2026 · Savona, Italy Riviera
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7-night
From $969
Costa Cruises
Sep 19, 2026 · Savona, Italy Riviera
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14-night
From $1,398
Costa Cruises
Sep 20, 2026 · Savona, Italy Riviera
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7-night
From $1,186
Costa Cruises
Sep 20, 2026 · Savona, Italy Riviera
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2-night
From $413
Costa Cruises
Sep 23, 2026 · Savona, Italy Riviera
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4-night
From $719
Costa Cruises
Sep 23, 2026 · Savona, Italy Riviera
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7-night
From $1,089
Costa Cruises
Sep 26, 2026 · Savona, Italy Riviera
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11-night
From $1,096
Costa Cruises
Sep 27, 2026 · Savona, Italy Riviera
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7-night
From $1,126
Costa Cruises
Sep 27, 2026 · Savona, Italy Riviera
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7-night
From $1,099
Costa Cruises
Oct 3, 2026 · Savona, Italy Riviera
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4-night
From $439
Costa Cruises
Oct 4, 2026 · Savona, Italy Riviera
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