Disney Cruises to Europe
Itinerary Guide
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Disney Cruise Line European Cruises
Mom Approved Guide to Disney Cruises to Europe
If you are considering a sailing on a Disney Cruise to Europe we hope you are ready to experience the majesty of Europe, plenty of opportunities to relax, incredible dining, storytelling magic, unparalleled service and the history and culture only Europe can offer!
This page is intended for those wanting to do a little more research on European Disney Cruises before discussing or booking their family cruise with their Mom Approved Travel Cruise Planner, as a quick, skimmable overview. Please note, this is not a comprehensive guide with every single detail, but an overview of what we have found most parents are interested in researching before they book a Disney Cruise to Europe with our MAT Advisors. Too many details can feel overwhelming and your expert MAT Advisor will happily simplify your choices and take away the overwhelm of booking a memorable Bahamian cruise for your family and find the best value for your people and your cruise dollars!
Disney Cruise Itineraries sailing to Europe
When does Disney Cruise Line sail to Europe?
Most of the Disney Cruise Line itineraries sail to Europe during the summer months starting in early May through early fall in September. This summer season allows families to not be rushed and experience all the beauty and history Europe has to offer! With incredible pre and post cruise options, there really is no better way to see Europe with kids than on a Disney Cruise!
How long are Disney Cruises to Europe?
Keeping in mind each family has varied vacation time and European vacation goals, Disney Cruise Line offers a variety of 3 to 12 night Disney Cruise sailings to Europe with itineraries exploring Europe, the British Isles, the Mediterranean, Greek isles, Norwegian fjords & Iceland. No matter how much time you have to spend, or if you are looking for a standalone vacation or incorporating a Disney Cruise as part of a larger European vacation, your MAT Travel Advisor can help you find the best way for your family to enjoy the beauty of the Europe.
What Disney ships sail to Europe?
For the 2024 European cruise season, the Disney Dream will sail summer Disney Cruises to Europe.
Learn more: Disney Cruise Line’s Disney Dream dining, entertainment, adult spaces and more.
In 2025, the Disney Fantasy will sail summer Disney Cruises to Europe after spending the spring in the Bahamas.
Learn more: Disney Cruise Line’s Disney Fantasy dining, entertainment, adult spaces and more.
When is the best time to book a Disney Cruise to Europe?
With Disney Cruise Line, booking sooner is better. Prices do not decrease, and they do not go on sale. Ever. The most budget friendly sailings will be during dates when children are traditionally in school. As a rule of thumb, mid-summer will have peak pricing. Don’t worry, your Mom Approved Travel Advisor can help you find the best option to balance budget and time for your family!
What itineraries are available for 2024 and 2025 Disney Cruises to the Europe?
From European ports: Southhampton (UK), Barcelona (Spain), and Civitavecchia (Rome); note specific itineraries vary but your MAT Advisor simplify your choices for you based on your dates:
3-Night Belgium Cruise from Southampton
- Zeebrugge (Brussels), Belgium
3-Night France Cruise from Southampton
- Cherbourg, France
4-Night Spain Cruise from Southampton
- Bilbao, Spain
4-Night France Cruise from Southampton
- La Rochelle, France
4-Night Spain Cruise from Southampton
- La Coruña, Spain
5-Night Mediterranean Cruise from Barcelona
- Livorno (Florence, Pisa), Italy
- Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
5-Night Spain Cruise from Southampton
- Vigo, Spain
- La Coruña, Spain
7-Night Western Europe Cruise from Southampton
- Hamburg, Germany
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Zeebrugge (Brussels), Belgium
7-Night British Isles Cruise from Southampton
- Greenock (Glasgow & Edinburgh) Scotland
- Liverpool, England
Cobh (Cork), Ireland - Portland (Stonehenge), England
8-Night Norwegian Fjords Cruise from Southampton
- Zeebrugge (Brussels), Belgium
- Haugesund, Norway
- Nordfjordeid, Norway
- Stavanger, Norway
- Kristiansand, Norway
9-Night Mediterranean with Greek Isles Cruise from Civitavecchia (Rome)
- Chania, Greece
- Piraeus (Athens), Greece
- Kusadasi, Turkey
- Santorini, Greece
- Naples (Pompeii), Italy
11-Night Mediterranean with Greek Isles Cruise from Civitavecchia (Rome) Ending in Barcelona
- Chania, Greece
- Piraeus (Athens), Greece
- Santorini, Greece
- Mykonos, Greece
- Valletta, Malta
- Catania, Italy
- Palma de Mallorca, Spain
- Barcelona, Spain
12-Night Norwegian Fjords and Iceland Cruise from Southampton
- Stavanger, Norway
- Olden, Norway
- Alesund, Norway
- Reykjavik, Iceland
- Ísafjörður, Iceland
12-Night Mediterranean with Greek Isles Cruise from Civitavecchia (Rome) ending in Barcelona
- Piraeus (Athens), Greece
- Santorini, Greece
- Kusadasi, Turkey
- Mykonos, Greece
- Valletta, Malta
- Messina (Sicily), Italy
- Palma de Mallorca, Spain
- Barcelona, Spain
A Cruise to Europe with the Disney Difference
A European cruise with Disney Cruise Line has the perfect mix of fun, history, culture, adventure, relaxation, and magic of storytelling only Disney can provide for families. The legendary service, entertainment, dining and fun of a Disney cruise coupled with the rich history of Europe acting as an extension of the ship with family-friendly excursions makes for an incredible combination to make memories that will truly last a lifetime.
Whether you are sailing with your family or as a large multi-generational sailing, there are activities that will make everyone happy…. even Grandpa!
Disney Cruise line has INCREDIBLE kids clubs with engaging activities for the kids, special spaces for tweens and teens, and sophisticated adult-exclusive areas, so you can enjoy the best of both worlds, spending time with the family and going on a date night!
Learn more: Disney Cruise Line Trip Planning
Little things like being able to have warm cookies and milk delivered before bed for the kids via complimentary room service don’t hurt either!
Common European Disney Cruise Ports of Call
Each Disney Cruise Line European itinerary is thoughtful crafted to show off the beauty of Europe while allowing cruisers to experience some of the most family friendly, historic and beautiful ports Europe has to offer.
Disney Cruise Line crafts port destination excursions very carefully to give a wide variety of options for multi-generational families so that the can experience the magic of Europe together.
Disney knows families have different desired activity levels and interests, which is why in nearly every port stop you can find options for the thrill-seekers, the nature watchers, the culture and history buffs, the culinary lovers, and lovers of art.
Here are some of the common ports of call for Disney Cruises to Europe; but remember, itineraries and length of sailings vary. Don’t worry, your Mom Approved Travel Advisor will help you navigate through all the things and ensure best itinerary and value for you and your family.
Feeling lost, overwhelmed or ready to book? Reach out to our Mom Approved Travel Advisors at Mom Approved Travel, an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner.
Rome, Italy
Civitavecchia is also known as the gateway to Rome, as a coastal town located on the Tyrrhenian Sea about 60 miles Northwest of Rome. Blending its historic 2nd century origins, and modern logistics Civitavecchia allows your family easy access to the incredible food, history and charm of Italy.
You might wonder, “What is there to do in Rome?” The short answer is, a LOT. No matter if you want to experience history, art, culinary arts, or shopping, there are options for you! Disney Cruise Line offers family-friendly fun excursions to experience Civitavecchia and Rome your way. While this is not an exhaustive list, here are some of our favorite things to do when in Rome:
- Ascend the iconic Spanish Steps
- Explore Rome’s acient Colosseum
- See the Sistine Chapel
- Take a cinematic themed tour of iconic Roman spots your favorites movies were filmed
- Toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain (it’s a welcome tradition!)
- Explore the Italian Countryside with private transportation
- See working machines built based on Leonardo da Vinci’s drawings
- View stunning architecture in local churches
- Take a guided tour of the Pantheon
- See the Piazza Navona
- Visit the Braccciano Castle
- Experience a local winery
- Visit the Apostolic Palace and Castel Gandolfo
- Eat allllllll the things!
Alesund, Norway
Alesund, Norway is a charming port town on the coast of Norway with incredible views and iconic art nouveau architecture.
You might wonder, “What is there to do in Aesund?” Quite a bit! While this is not an exhaustive list, here are some of our favorite things to do in Alesund:
- Visit the Sunnmore Museum
- Experience a traditional Borgund Stone church from 1250
- Experience early Norwegian history tangibly through preserved buildings, tours and museums
- See the Hjørundfjord Fijord
- Experience Nordic marine life at the Atlantic Ocean Park (including penguins)
- Ride a gondola to get panoramic Mount Stranda views and the Jostedal Glacier
- Walk and play in Nordic snow
- Take the Troll Pat to Trollstigen viewpoint
- Kayak along the shore
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