Sarah Bretz, ContributorRoyal Caribbean has announced its European schedule for 2026, which includes two to 14-night cruises visiting over 60 destinations. The voyages will sail from five homeports: Piraeus (Athens), Greece; Barcelona, Spain; Civitavecchia (Rome) and Ravenna, Italy; and Southampton, England.
Harmony of the Seas From Barcelona
On seven-night sailings, travelers can visit destinations including Palma de Mallorca, Spain; Florence (La Spezia) and Naples, Italy; and Provence (Marseille), France. With everything from historic monuments to stunning landscapes, travelers can take in the vibrant culture of the western Mediterranean and wander through the beautiful Palma Cathedral in Mallorca or take in masterpieces like Michelangelo’s David at the Galleria dell’Accademia in Florence.
Everyone has something to look forward to on Harmony with an impressive lineup of amenities, activities, entertainment, and dining options. Families can enjoy the 10-story Ultimate Abyss dry slide, the Perfect Storm trio of waterslides, full-scale entertainment across four stages, a nine-deck-high zip line, twin FlowRider surf simulators and a world of flavors across dozens of restaurants, bars and lounges.
Odyssey of the Seas From Civitavecchia
Odyssey of the Seas is set to deliver seven to nine-night vacations from destinations such as Ephesus (Kusadasi), Turkey, and Naples to the islands of Mykonos and Santorini, Greece. Adventurers can immerse themselves in centuries of history and culture, from the iconic white buildings of Santorini to the temples of Ephesus. The memories continue on deck with thrills like the gravity-defying RipCord by iFly skydiving simulator, along with indoor and outdoor pools and over 20 restaurants, bars and lounges from around the world, like fresh sushi and sashimi at Izumi and Italian favorites at Giovanni’s Table.
Liberty of the Seas From Southampton
Vacationers can set their sights on two to nine-night adventures to spots like the awe-inspiring Norwegian fjords, the medieval streets of Bruges, Belgium, and the colorful Nyhavn harbor and charming Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen, Denmark.
In between soaking up the culture of northern Europe, cruisers are in for thrills on The Perfect Storm racing waterslides, ice skating, and enjoying family favorites at spots like Sorrento’s Pizza and Johnny Rockets. For an extraordinary total eclipse experience, families can join the special solar eclipse adventure on August 7, 2026.
Explorer of the Seas From Ravenna
With a combination of seven to 14-night adventures, travelers can sail on the Aegean and Adriatic seas and explore charming cities like Dubrovnik and Zadar, Croatia, and Athens, featuring a mix of ancient sights, idyllic beaches, and crystal-clear waters. On board, guests can unwind at the pool or in the adults-only Solarium, relax at the Vitality Spa, or catch a wave on the FlowRider surf simulator. For dinner, guests can savor flavors at Chops Grille steakhouse or take part in the Chef’s Table for a five-course dinner experience.
Brilliance of the Seas From Athens, Civitavecchia, Ravenna, and Barcelona
Those looking to dive into history have their choice of seven-night vacations to Athens, Rome, Barcelona, the Greek Isles, and Ephesus (Kusadasi) and Istanbul, Turkey. Vacationers can explore the ancient wonders of Athens, from the iconic Acropolis and Parthenon to the Temple of Zeus, stroll through the vibrant streets of Barcelona and immerse themselves in the rich history of Rome at the Colosseum or admire the intricate details of the Pantheon.
On Brilliance, travelers can enjoy a lineup of dining, entertainment, nightlife and more, unwind in the adults-only Solarium, complete with pools and whirlpools; test their skills on the rock-climbing wall; and savor flavors of all kinds, ranging from steakhouse classics at Chops Grille to sushi at Izumi.
Bookings are open today for the Royal Caribbean summer 2026 itineraries in Europe.
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