Costa Cruise

Why book a Costa Cruise with Bayport Holidays?

Because cruise booking isn’t just clicking a date and paying. Instead, it’s matching your travel style to the right ship, route, and fare type.

With Bayport Holidays, you get:

• Itinerary matching: Western Med, Eastern Med, islands, long sailings, or quick mini-cruises (based on what you actually enjoy).
• Cabin strategy: interior vs oceanview vs balcony vs suite—chosen for comfort, not hype.
• Budget clarity: we map likely add-ons (service charges, drinks, Wi-Fi, excursions).
• Simple support: before you sail, during your trip, and if plans change.

Costa also runs a wide range of destinations—from the Caribbean to Northern Europe to the Mediterranean—so you can keep the same cruise “vibe” while switching regions.

Quick overview: what is Costa Cruises best for?

Costa is especially popular with travelers who want:

• A Mediterranean cruise that feels local and energetic
• A mix of couples, families, and groups (not too quiet, not too formal)
• Big ships like Costa Toscana and Costa Smeralda, designed for full days onboard
• Good-value sailings where you can start with an entry fare and upgrade what you need later

And yes—Costa highlights a lot of 2026 cruise options and seasonal sailings, so there’s plenty to choose from if you’re planning ahead.

Costa ships you’ll hear about the most

Costa’s fleet includes multiple well-known ships, and two names come up constantly in search (and deals):

• Costa Toscana (flagship-style experience, modern, big entertainment)
• Costa Smeralda (another LNG-powered flagship, strong Western Med schedules)

Costa also sails ships like Costa Diadema, Costa Fascinosa, Costa Favolosa, Costa Deliziosa, Costa Pacifica, and more, depending on region and season.

Popular Costa Cruise routes people book (and why)

1) Western Mediterranean (best for first-timers)

This is the “classic” Costa route: fast-paced ports, short travel time, and a fun onboard crowd. Many sailings loop through ports like Genoa, Marseille, Barcelona, Cagliari, Naples, and Civitavecchia (Rome), depending on the exact week.

2) Mediterranean (more variety, more seasonal options)

Costa actively sells a wide set of Mediterranean itineraries and seasonal deals, so you’ll often find lower-priced weeks if your dates are flexible.

3) Big-summer sailings and special seasons

Costa publishes cruises by season (spring, summer, winter). That matters because pricing and crowds shift a lot by month, not just by ship.

Sample Costa Cruise price ranges (USD)

Cruise prices move daily based on demand, cabin inventory, and promos. So, instead of promising one “fixed” price, here are realistic sample ranges in USD pulled from widely listed market fares for 7-night Western Mediterranean sailings on Costa’s top ships.

Table: 7-night Western Mediterranean — typical cabin pricing (per person, double occupancy)

How to read this table:

• “From” fares are real, however they’re usually limited inventory (and certain weeks).
• Balcony prices jump in peak summer, and they jump again on holiday weeks.
• If you’re flexible by even 1–2 weeks, we can often find a noticeably better total.

What’s usually included in a Costa Cruise fare?

Costa fares generally include your stateroom plus core onboard dining and entertainment, while extras depend on the fare you choose and what you add (drinks, specialty dining, excursions, Wi-Fi). A mainstream summary of what’s included (and how pricing is shown per person, double occupancy) is commonly provided by cruise retailers as well.

Drinks: standard vs packages

Costa promotes its My Drinks package options (and related variations). If you know you’ll order coffees, mocktails, wine with dinner, and a few cocktails, a package can simplify the bill fast.

Real-world trip budget: what to plan for (USD)

Even if you score a great base fare, smart travelers budget for the “daily life” onboard.

Table: Common add-ons to estimate (per person)

Note: Costa may show service charges in different currencies depending on market and itinerary; when listed in USD on certain schedules, you’ll see amounts like $12 USD referenced in their info pages.

How Bayport Holidays helps you choose the right Costa sailing

Step 1: Pick the experience first (not the ship name)

Ask yourself:

• Do you want port-heavy days (Mediterranean loops) or more sea days?
• Do you care more about balcony time or onboard activities?
• Are you traveling as a couple, family, or group?

Step 2: Choose a “boarding port” that saves you hassle

Many Western Mediterranean sailings offer multiple embarkation ports over the week. Picking a port that matches your flights can save you a hotel night and reduce transfer stress.

Step 3: Lock the cabin strategy

• Interior: best value if you’ll be out all day (ports + ship life)
• Oceanview: natural light without the balcony premium
• Balcony: worth it for scenic sailing days and quiet mornings
• Suite: best for comfort-first travelers and special occasions

Step 4: Add what you’ll actually use

Rather than “add everything,” we usually build a clean plan:

• Drinks package only if it pencils out
• Excursions only for ports where DIY gets complicated
• Wi-Fi only at the speed level you need

Booking tips to get better Costa Cruise deals

• Sail shoulder season when possible: spring and fall often price better than mid-summer.
• Mid-week departures sometimes come in lower than weekend patterns.
• Be flexible by 1–2 weeks: that’s often the easiest savings lever.
• Book earlier for balconies on popular routes, because those categories sell faster.

Costa actively markets seasonal options and 2026 sailings, so you’ll usually find multiple dates in the same region—meaning more chances to price-shop smart.

Ready to book your Costa Cruise?

If you already know your preferred month, we can narrow down:

• The best-value sailings that week
• The cabin category that fits your trip style
• The add-ons that keep your total predictable

And if you don’t know your month yet, that’s fine too—we’ll shortlist the best routes (and the best deals) first.