French & Italian Riviera – Cannes, Genoa & Barcelona

About this cruise

7 nights is that sweet spot where you actually start to relax. This sailing from Cannes on September 6, 2026 visits Genoa, La Spezia, Civitavecchia (Rome), Palma de Mallorca and Barcelona and doesn't try to cram in too much. A few ports come in quick succession, which is great for sightseeing but means you'll appreciate the sea days when they arrive. Hot coastline, hilltop villages, and very good food. That's the Western Med in a sentence. 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. From casual buffets to proper sit-down restaurants, MSC Grandiosa has 6 dining spots on board, most of them included. The autumn timing is underrated too. Good weather, calmer seas, and a more relaxed ship. All told, 5 ports across 7 nights covers a lot.