Traveling in the Mediterranean with GNV ferries
1 ferry company, 3 Mediterranean countries!
Would you like to explore the best destinations across the Mediterranean? There is one ferry company that allows you to travel to Italy, Spain and Morocco in style and comfort: Grandi Navi Veloci (GNV).
Discover the most popular GNV routes to Ibiza, Mallorca, Sardinia, Tangier, and more, find out about the Italian operator’s excellent on-board services, and book your ferry tickets with no hidden fees on Ferryhopper!
The majestic “Bridge” ferry, built in 2021
GNV ferry routes in the Mediterranean
Is it time to book your summer vacation in the Mediterranean? GNV operates on 6 of the hottest ferry routes in Italy, Spain and Morocco! Take a look at the connections and pick the route that best suits your travel plans.
Ferries to Sardinia from mainland Italy
GNV serves routes from mainland Italy to the ports of Olbia, in northeastern Sardinia, and Porto Torres, in northwestern Sardinia. Find out more about the connections below:
Ferry from Civitavecchia to Olbia
First stop: the historic city of Olbia, which you can now reach in 6-8.5 hours from Civitavecchia, the port closest to Rome. GNV ferries from Civitavecchia to Olbia travel in the summer months (June to September) with up to 6 weekly departures. And tickets start at just €20!
Tip: as the trip is a bit long, we recommend booking a cabin to travel more comfortably. Cabin prices for this route start at only €61! Make sure to book well in advance to find the best prices.
Ferry from Genoa to Olbia
With GNV ferries, you can also access Sardinia from the famous port of Genoa in Liguria. The company serves the Genoa - Olbia ferry connection from May to October with up to 6 weekly crossings. The ferry trip is 11.5-12.5 hours long.
A single ferry ticket to Olbia from Genoa starts at €24, while cabins start at only €48!
Useful info: from the port of Genoa, you can also reach destinations outside Italy with GNV, such as Barcelona, Tangier (Morocco) and Tunis.
The stunning lighthouse of in the Gulf of Olbia
Ferry from Genoa to Porto Torres
From the port of Genoa, you can also directly reach Porto Torres with GNV ferries from May to mid-October. The operator serves up to 7 weekly ferry crossings from Genoa to Porto Torres, with the trip lasting from 12.5 hours to a bit over 13.5 hours.
Passenger tickets start at about €34, and you can book a cabin starting from €59.
Tip: to find the cheapest ferry tickets to Sardinia with GNV, we recommend traveling in May, September or October.
Ferries to the Balearics from mainland Spain
Moving on to Spain and GNV routes to the Balearic islands. The company’s vessels usually run to the favorite islands of Ibiza and Mallorca from mainland Spain all year round.
Ferry from Barcelona to Ibiza
GNV normally serves up to 5 crossings a week from Barcelona to Ibiza. The Barcelona - Ibiza ferry trip usually takes 8.5 hours. A single passenger ticket starts at around €24, while berths (cabin) normally start at €49.
Useful info: with GNV ferries, you can also travel from Barcelona to Menorca (Mahón) and Mallorca (Palma de Mallorca) in the Balearics.
The city and port of Ibiza on a quiet day
Ferry from Valencia to Palma de Mallorca
Thanks to GNV crossings, you can catch a ferry to Mallorca from Valencia up to 6-7 days a week. The trip duration is around 7 hours. Passenger tickets start at about €38 and berths (cabin) at €87.
Useful info: there is also a GNV ferry route from Valencia to Ibiza.
Ferries to Morocco from Spain
GNV operates on ferry routes to Tangier and Nador in Morocco from Barcelona and Almería all year round. The company also serves crossings to Tangier from the Italian ports of Civitavecchia and Genoa, and the French port of Sète.
The 2 most popular Morocco ferry routes operated by GNV, start from Barcelona:
Ferry from Barcelona to Nador
Barcelona - Nador ferry crossings are normally served up to 2 times a week by GNV vessels. The ferry ride usually takes 27-30.5 hours. Single ferry tickets start at about €63, and you can book a cabin at around €125.
Ferry from Barcelona to Tangier
GNV ferries to Tanger Med (Tangier) from Barcelona run up to 4 times a week. Ferry time normally ranges from about 29 hours to 35 hours. Single tickets start at about €77, while there are cabins starting at €108.
Tip: interested in traveling to Morocco this summer? Check all ferries from Spain to Morocco for 2023 in our dedicated post and discover all available options.
The long Tangier beach waiting for you in Morocco
GNV ferries: services and discounts
On-board GNV vessels, you can find various amenities and services, such as restaurants, pizzerias, children’s play areas, and numerous shops.
Can I book a cabin on GNV ferries?
Yes you can. There are many types of cabins available on all routes: from single berths in women’s/men’s cabins, to private internal or external cabins with a sea view, and even suites.
We strongly recommend booking a cabin, as most crossings served by the company have a long duration, lasting even up to 30 hours.
Can I travel with a car on GNV ferries?
Yes you can travel with a vehicle on all GNV ferry routes, as the company’s vessels have car decks.
Can I book discount tickets with GNV?
With GNV, you can book discount tickets for children aged 4-11 years old. Infants and toddlers up to 3 years old normally travel for free.
Bear in mind that, if there are any active GNV offers at the time of your booking, they will be automatically applied.
Beautiful sunny day in the lively city of Palma de Mallorca
Sunny days, perfect sunsets, long strolls at the beach; that’s what a summer vacation in the Mediterranean looks like! Thanks to the excellent services and large destination network of GNV, you can travel smoothly in Italy, Spain and Morocco. Don’t hesitate! Book your tickets with GNV on Ferryhopper at the same prices as the ferry company! 😉
