Costa Pacifica

Costa Pacifica at a Glance

Costa Pacifica is a Costa Cruises ship sailing across the Western Mediterranean, Eastern Mediterranean and the broader Mediterranean basin. She sails across 8 decks and operates exclusively under Costa Cruises, the Italian line known for its European style and Mediterranean-focused itineraries. Departures run from multiple embarkation ports — Savona and Rome (Civitavecchia) in Italy, Marseille in France, Barcelona and Valencia in Spain, Piraeus (Athens) in Greece, and Istanbul in Turkey — making her one of the more flexible ships in the fleet for Mediterranean exploration.

• Cruise line: Costa Cruises
• Regions: Western Mediterranean, Eastern Mediterranean, Mediterranean
• Key departure ports: Savona, Marseille, Piraeus (Athens), Barcelona, Istanbul, Rome (Civitavecchia), Valencia
• Trip lengths: Up to 16 nights
• Known for: Italian-themed venues, a strong family offer, and a lively onboard atmosphere

Sailings available through Cruise1st depart from autumn 2026 onwards. Browse everything we sail in the Mediterranean or go straight to Costa Cruises Mediterranean deals to see what’s on sale right now.

Dining on Costa Pacifica

Costa Pacifica offers a range of dining venues that span casual Italian staples to multi-course fine dining and live-fire Japanese cooking.

The Pummid’Oro Pizzeria is exactly what it sounds like: a lively space where skilled pizzaiolos work to music and serve everything from classic recipes to gourmet variations, charged à la carte. For something entirely different, the Teppanyaki Restaurant seats guests at the cooking station to watch Japanese chefs prepare each dish with precision — a ticketed, à la carte experience worth reserving early. The Archipelago – Edition I takes the idea furthest of all: three chefs unite around a 12-course tasting menu delivered over two hours, a reservation-only, à la carte experience that reimagines what dining at sea can be.

For something lighter, Gelateria Amarillo offers creamy gelato and handcrafted chocolate truffles at an additional charge — an easy sweet break between ports. Suite guests have exclusive access to the Élite Suite&Club Restaurant, where a reserved table awaits each evening and the restaurant visit itself is complimentary, with à la carte charges for dishes ordered.

Bars and Lounges

The bar programme on Costa Pacifica leans into Italian drinking culture at every turn.

The Bollicine Bar specialises in Italian sparkling wine — specifically Ferrari Trentodoc — in a relaxed setting with sea views, ideal as an aperitif stop. The Vanilla Wine Bar is the quieter pre-dinner option for red or white by the glass, while DiVino Gran Duca di Toscana leans into Italian wines in a cosier bar atmosphere. The Aperol Spritz Bar brings classic aperitivo culture on deck — a refreshing starting point for any day. At the other end of the spectrum, the Carlsberg Country Rock Club pairs a wide selection of beers and beer-based cocktails with live rock music, burgers and snacks. Entry to all bars is free; drinks and food are charged per serving unless you hold a drinks package.

Entertainment on Costa Pacifica

The ship’s Theatre hosts live shows every evening — musicals, comedy and acrobatics — all included in your cruise fare. The Casino offers roulette, blackjack, poker and modern slot machines for guests aged 18 and over; entry is free and you pay only your stakes. The Arcade Games Room is open to all ages, with classic arcade and video games charged per coin or card.

Keeping Active

Costa Pacifica covers the full range of active options. The Sport Area provides multifunctional courts for football, volleyball, basketball and tennis — all included. The Area Gym is complimentary to use, with sea views through large windows and specialised fitness classes available at a separate charge. The Outdoor Jogging Track gives you open-air laps above the water at no extra cost. The Area Beauty Spa Solemio rounds things out with haircare, facials, hair removal and manicures, with individual services charged separately.

Families on Costa Pacifica

The ship has a layered family programme built around the Squok brand. Squok Club takes children aged 3 to 11 through age-appropriate activities while parents explore the ship independently, included in the cruise fare. The Squok Baby Area is a dedicated play space for younger children and their parents, also included. The Outdoor Squok Area gives families a shared outdoor space for games and play together, again at no additional cost.

Shopping on Costa Pacifica

Three shopping options cover different needs. The Costa Shop stocks souvenirs and branded merchandise from well-known names, with each item priced individually. Galleria Shops carries gifts and onboard essentials — useful for anything you forgot to pack. For memories, both My Photo and My Moments Photo Store let you browse and purchase cruise photographs as prints, digital files, magnets or personalised items, with products charged separately.

Cabins on Costa Pacifica

Costa Pacifica offers four main cabin types, from compact inside rooms to balcony accommodation and suites. Full deck plans and every grade are laid out on the Costa Pacifica cabins and deck plans page.

• Inside cabin I4 — 10 m², sleeps up to 4. The largest of the inside grades, giving a little extra room for luggage and movement compared with grades I1–I3.
• Sea-view cabin E1 — 13 m², sleeps up to 4. A porthole window with an unobstructed view of the open sea; 4 m² more than the inside grades.
• Balcony cabin with sea view B1 — 13 m², sleeps up to 4. Positioned on lower decks 6–7, where the ride is quieter and movement is less pronounced than on higher decks.
• Grand Suite GS — 29 m², sleeps up to 4. The most spacious grade available, with a private balcony and exclusive access to the Élite Suite&Club Restaurant each evening.

Where Costa Pacifica Sails

All current sailings cover the Mediterranean, split between Western Mediterranean and Eastern Mediterranean routes. Western itineraries typically call at ports in Italy, France, Spain and North Africa. Eastern routes bring in Greece and Turkey, with sailings also departing from Istanbul and Piraeus (Athens).

Departure ports are spread across the region: Marseille, Barcelona, Valencia, Savona and Rome (Civitavecchia) all appear in the sailing schedule, giving flexibility for where you begin. Because all ports are overseas, every sailing involves flying to the embarkation point — making Costa Pacifica a natural fit for a Cruise1st Package that bundles flights, hotels and transfers alongside the cruise in a single booking.

Itineraries run up to 16 nights. If you have a particular length in mind, the 7-day Mediterranean cruise and 14-day Mediterranean cruise search pages filter directly to the right duration.

Why Book Costa Pacifica with Cruise1st

As one of the UK’s leading cruise specialists, Cruise1st brings specialist knowledge of Costa Cruises — not the generalist approach of a high-street travel agent. Real cruise experts are on the phone before you book to help you choose the right cabin grade, the right fare inclusions and the right itinerary for your circumstances. Because every Costa Pacifica sailing departs from an overseas port, the cruise is the middle of a longer trip — our specialists can book the flights, the hotel either side and the transfers, putting the whole holiday on one booking as a Cruise1st Package. Browse Mediterranean fly-cruise deals for 2026 or Mediterranean fly-cruise deals for 2027 to see what’s available.

Alternatives to Costa Pacifica

If you are weighing up your options, three other ships sail broadly the same Mediterranean itineraries from the same ports — no flight difference between them.

Valiant Lady (Virgin Voyages) sails from the same ports and calls at Italy, France, Spain and Greece — a straight alternative if you want to compare lines across a similar Mediterranean route.

Sun Princess (Princess Cruises) has a large sailing programme across Italy, France, Spain and Greece, again departing from the same ports, with a wide choice of itineraries to pick from.

Mariner of the Seas (Royal Caribbean) covers Italy, France, Spain and Greece on a similarly structured Mediterranean programme and departs from the same ports as Costa Pacifica.

Other ships in the Costa Cruises fleet — including Costa Smeralda, Costa Toscana, Costa Favolosa, Costa Fortuna, Costa Serena and Costa Deliziosa — are also worth considering if you want to stay with Costa Cruises.

Common Questions About Costa Pacifica

Do I Need to Fly to Join Costa Pacifica?

Yes — every sailing departs from a port outside the UK, including Savona, Marseille, Barcelona, Piraeus (Athens), Istanbul, Rome (Civitavecchia) and Valencia. Cruise1st can package your flights, pre- or post-cruise hotels and transfers alongside the cruise as a single Cruise1st Package, so nothing is left to arrange separately.

Which Cabin Grade Is Best for Families?

All four cabin grades sleep up to four guests, so families are well accommodated across the range. The Grand Suite GS at 29 m² gives the most living space and adds exclusive dining access at the Élite Suite&Club Restaurant each evening. The B1 balcony cabin on decks 6–7 is a quieter option for families with young children, as the lower position experiences less movement. For detailed layouts, the cabins and deck plans page shows every grade and its position on the ship.

What Is Included in the Cruise Fare?

The Theatre shows, Sport Area courts, Area Gym (general use), Outdoor Jogging Track, Squok Club, Squok Baby Area, Outdoor Squok Area and Casino entry (stakes only) are all included. Speciality dining venues — including Pummid’Oro Pizzeria, Teppanyaki Restaurant and Archipelago – Edition I — carry à la carte charges, as do individual drinks, beauty treatments and purchases from the onboard shops.

How Long Are the Sailings?

Available sailings run up to 16 nights. If you are searching by duration, 7-day Mediterranean cruises and 14-day Mediterranean cruises filter the full inventory to the length that suits you. Mediterranean cruises in 2027 and 2026 all-inclusive Mediterranean options are also worth checking depending on your travel dates.

Can I Book Just the Cruise, or Do I Need a Package?

You can book the cruise alone, and Cruise1st’s specialists will help you match the cabin grade and fare inclusions to your needs. If you would prefer to have flights, hotels and transfers sorted at the same time, a Cruise1st Package covers everything in one booking — particularly useful given that every Costa Pacifica departure requires flying to an overseas port.