French & Italian Riviera – Cannes, Genoa & Barcelona

About this cruise

You board in Cannes on July 5, 2026 for 7 nights visiting Genoa, La Spezia, Civitavecchia (Rome), Palma de Mallorca and Barcelona, and you come back from this kind of trip wondering why you don't do it more often. A few ports come in quick succession, which is great for sightseeing but means you'll appreciate the sea days when they arrive. The Western Mediterranean does coastal beauty and good eating in equal measure. People come back from this cruise talking about Genoa: Columbus' birthplace, a labyrinth of caruggi. Around 11 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. MSC Grandiosa takes the food seriously, with 6 restaurants to choose from. 1 are included, and the rest are worth the splurge. Families and groups will find plenty to do: waterslides, shows, multiple pools, and something for every age. The timing works well too: warm evenings on deck, late sunsets, and a lively atmosphere. 5 ports, 2 countries, one suitcase. That's the appeal.