Alluring Abroad – Valencia, Marseille & Florence
About this cruise
No complicated itinerary, no back-to-back transfers, just the ports, the ship, and the sea in between. This 7-night sailing from Civitavecchia (Rome) on January 20, 2028 visits Valencia, Barcelona, Marseille, Genoa and Livorno (Florence/Pisa). A few ports come in quick succession, which is great for sightseeing but means you'll appreciate the sea days when they arrive. Crossing 3 borders through the Western Mediterranean: Spain, France and Italy. You'll notice the culture shift at every stop. Don't rush through Genoa, which is known as Columbus' birthplace, a labyrinth of caruggi. Around 11 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. MSC Lirica takes the food seriously, with 5 restaurants to choose from. 4 are included, and the rest are worth the splurge. This length suits most people. Enough time to settle in and actually unwind, without the trip dragging on. A January sailing is basically an excuse to chase the sun for a week or two. All told, 5 ports across 7 nights covers a lot.