14 Day Mediterranean Cruises

Two weeks at sea across the Mediterranean opens up an itinerary that shorter cruises simply cannot cover. Sailings span the Western Med’s sun-bleached harbours and the Eastern Med’s ancient ports, with departures from Southampton as well as from embarkation ports in Spain, Italy, Greece and Malta — meaning a two-week holiday with real depth is genuinely within reach.

Where Do 14-Day Med Cruises Go?

Mediterranean and Western Mediterranean

The largest share of 14-day sailings covers the broader Mediterranean or focuses specifically on the Western Mediterranean. Think sun-drenched coastlines, historic port cities and the kind of scenery that a week-long cruise barely scratches the surface of. Barcelona is one of the busiest embarkation ports, and Rome (Civitavecchia) features prominently both as a starting point and a final destination. Valletta, Malta is another popular turnaround port, sitting at the heart of the Med and well placed for itineraries in both directions.

Eastern Mediterranean

The Eastern Mediterranean is well represented across the 14-day range — a fortnight is the right amount of time to reach Piraeus (Athens), push on to Istanbul, and take in stops across Greece and the Aegean. Dubrovnik, Croatia and Trieste, Italy are also used as departure and arrival points on one-way itineraries through this part of the sea. If your sailing ends in a different port from where it began, you will need a flight home — and we can book that, along with any pre- or post-cruise hotel nights, as part of your package.

Transatlantic Crossings

A small number of 14-day sailings go further afield as Transatlantic crossings — a very different kind of voyage, crossing open ocean over several days rather than hopping between ports. These suit travellers who want a genuine sea voyage rather than a port-intensive itinerary, and they tend to be repositioning sailings, so a one-way crossing is the norm.

14-Day Mediterranean Cruises from Southampton

A handful of sailings depart directly from Southampton, which means no flight and no airport at either end. Most of Britain can reach Southampton by road or rail, making this the most straightforward kind of cruise holiday. If you are considering this route, our dedicated page for 14-day Mediterranean cruises from Southampton has the full selection. For something shorter from the same port, 3-day mini cruises from Southampton are also available if you want to try a cruise before committing to a fortnight.

Which Cruise Lines Operate 14-Day Med Sailings?

Several well-known lines sail 14-day Mediterranean itineraries, ranging from mainstream to luxury. Here is what is currently on offer:

• P&O Cruises — the largest presence, with Azura leading the count from Southampton and fly-cruise departures alike.
• Costa Cruises — a strong selection of Mediterranean itineraries, with several all-inclusive fare options.
• Cunard Line — classic ocean travel with a distinctly British character, including Transatlantic crossings.
• Explora Journeys — a luxury lifestyle fleet with airport-to-airport fare packages that include flights and transfers.
• Princess Cruises — including the new Sun Princess, with a strong Mediterranean programme from 2024 onwards.
• Holland America Line — known for longer, more immersive itineraries well suited to a 14-night format.
• Oceania Cruises — destination-focused sailings with a culinary emphasis.
• Regent Seven Seas Cruises — all-inclusive luxury with generous inclusions across the Med.

Ships Worth Knowing About

Azura — P&O Cruises

Azura went through a bow-to-stern refresh in 2025, so the ship you board now has new restaurants, updated bars and redesigned cabin interiors throughout. Specialty dining at Sindhu covers modern Indian cuisine, while the Glass House — curated by TV wine expert Olly Smith — is the place for a considered glass after port. The 800-seat Playhouse theatre delivers aerial acrobatics and West End-quality productions, and the SeaScreen open-air cinema brings films to the deck on warm Med evenings. View Azura’s full details before you decide.

Cabin Grades on Azura

• Larger Inside Cabin OB — 15 m², located exclusively on Riviera Deck, straightforward to navigate to ship facilities.
• Sea View Cabin LB — 15 m², adds natural light and an unobstructed sea view over an inside cabin.
• Superior Deluxe Balcony Cabin DA — 29 m², with a private balcony for open sea air and views.
• Penthouse Suite A1 — 69 m², the largest suite on Azura, with a full separate lounge area.

Queen Elizabeth — Cunard

Queen Elizabeth carries art deco interiors throughout — glittering chandeliers, sweeping staircases and a grand lobby that evokes the golden age of ocean travel. The Royal Court Theatre stages West End-calibre productions and Gala evenings fill the Queens Room ballroom with live orchestral dancing. Dining is tiered across Britannia, Princess Grill and Queen’s Grill restaurants, and Cunard’s famous white-gloved afternoon tea service runs daily. For more detail on cabins and layouts, see Queen Elizabeth’s cabins and deck plans.

Cabin Grades on Queen Elizabeth

• Britannia Inside Cabin Deluxe GB — 19.2 m², around 5 m² more spacious than standard inside cabins.
• Britannia Ocean-View Cabin EB — 18.3 m², adds natural daylight and sea views through the cabin window.
• Britannia Club Balcony Cabin A1 — 24 m², with a private balcony and direct access to fresh sea air.
• Queens Grill Grand Suite Q1 — 127.7 m² including an approximately 90 m² private balcony — substantially more outdoor space than any other suite grade on board.

Sun Princess — Princess Cruises (New in 2024)

Launched in February 2024, Sun Princess is the inaugural vessel of Princess’s all-new Sphere class and is able to run on LNG as well as conventional fuel — a first for the Princess fleet. The Dome is a multi-level glass-enclosed deck inspired by Santorini terraces, with an indoor/outdoor pool that transforms into an evening entertainment venue after dark. With 29 dining and bar venues — the most on any Princess ship, including the three-storey Horizons Dining Room — there is genuine variety for 14 nights at sea. Check Sun Princess cabins and deck plans for cabin options.

Seabourn Ovation — Seabourn

Seabourn Ovation offers 5 dining venues — including the al fresco Earth & Ocean experience — and a spa with luxurious thermal suites. The ship carries a small number of guests in comparison to mainstream ships, which translates to a quieter, more personal experience through the Med. The Seabourn Ovation cabins and deck plans page covers the Grand Wintergarden Suite at 115 m² with a private hot tub, sleeping up to 4 guests — one of the most generous suites afloat.

Costa Deliziosa — Costa Cruises

Costa Deliziosa is the only Costa ship with dedicated golf facilities — a simulator and outdoor putting green on deck. The Samsara Spa spans 3,500 m² across 2 decks, with a thalassotherapy pool and thermal suite. A glass-roofed pool deck with retractable cover and a giant cinema screen makes open-air film nights possible well into the Med autumn. See Costa Deliziosa cabins and deck plans for the full layout.

What Do 14-Day Med Fares Include?

Fare inclusions vary by cruise line and tier, so it is worth knowing what you are comparing:

Costa Cruises offers several fare types, including an All Inclusive tier covering full board and unlimited premium drinks, and a Comfort Plus option adding full board, unlimited drinks and 24-hour room service. Other fare types such as last-minute and flash offers are also available, typically covering full board at a reduced rate.

Cunard fares range from their flexible standard fare — which includes priority upgrade preference, a low 15% deposit and complimentary shuttle buses at ports — to a Saver fare priced for late bookers who are happy with a pre-allocated stateroom and full payment on booking. Add-on packages covering drinks, car parking at Southampton or coach travel to the port are available as additional fare options.

Explora Journeys offers Sky & Sea fares that combine the cruise with return flights in Economy Class and private transfers and hotel stays — a genuinely airport-to-airport package. It is one of the most complete fare structures available for a luxury Med sailing.

Are There All-Inclusive 14-Day Mediterranean Cruises?

A good proportion of 14-day Med sailings are all-inclusive, covering meals, drinks and entertainment as standard. Costa’s All Inclusive and Comfort Plus tiers are among the clearest examples, but Seabourn and Explora Journeys also build a wide range of inclusions into their base fares. If all-inclusive matters to you, our cruise experts can filter specifically for those sailings and explain exactly what each fare covers before you book.

What Does a 14-Day Med Cruise Cost?

Prices start from £1,045 pp* for a 14-night Mediterranean sailing. A number of sailings carry a discount from their previous listed price — up to 31% on a single departure, though most reduced sailings are closer to 4% off. It is worth checking regularly, as availability and pricing shift. Our team can also advise on which fare tier — from a flexible standard fare to a last-minute saver — gives you the best value for how you like to travel.

Make It a Complete Holiday

The majority of 14-day Med sailings embark in Spain, Italy, Greece or Malta, so most travellers need a flight out and, on one-way itineraries, a flight home. As one of the UK’s leading cruise specialists, Cruise1st can arrange flights, hotels, transfers and tours around your cruise as a Cruise1st Package — everything on one booking, one call, one specialist who knows the ship and the ports. We can also add travel insurance and sort any pre-cruise hotel nights so you arrive rested and on time.

For sailings from Southampton, you can travel by road or rail and board directly — no airport required. Either way, we put the whole trip together.

How Long Is the Right Med Cruise?

A fortnight is the sweet spot for covering real distance in the Mediterranean. Shorter cruises — like our 7-day Mediterranean cruises — work well for a taste of one region; 14 nights lets you combine Western and Eastern Med ports, or do a proper Atlantic crossing, without feeling rushed. If you want to compare durations, 10-night cruises, 11-night cruises and 13-night cruises are all available and worth considering depending on how much time you have.

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*Prices are per person based on 2 people sharing, and are subject to change. This price is not kept up to date and therefore does not reflect live pricing and availability. Prices and any discounts shown were checked on 14 October 2026.

Where a discount is shown, it is a reduction from the price previously listed for that cabin grade on that sailing, not a comparison between cabin grades or against a brochure rate.