Mediterranean Gems – Palermo, Tunis & Barcelona

About this cruise

This one leaves Palermo on February 11, 2026 and spends 7 nights visiting La Goulette (Tunis), Barcelona, Marseille, Genoa and Naples at a pace where every day has something going on but there's always time to just sit and watch the water too. There's a stretch of back-to-back port days, so those days are busy, but the sea days around them give you time to recharge. The Western Mediterranean route takes in Tunisia, Spain, France and Italy, 4 countries, and the differences show up in the food, the architecture, and the mood. Most ports give you about 9 hours, so you can do more than just tick off the main sights. As for the ship itself, MSC Splendida keeps you well fed. 6 places to eat, with 2 included in the fare and a few specialty spots if you're in the mood. If you like having options (restaurants, bars, activities, entertainment), a big ship delivers that. The timing adds to it: swapping cold weather for sunshine and sea air is the whole pitch for a winter cruise. If you've been thinking about a cruise, this 7-night sailing is a strong place to start.