Mediterranean Magic – Barcelona, Palermo & Naples

About this cruise

Long enough to properly switch off but not so long you need to reorganise your entire life. This 7-night round-trip sailing from Barcelona on May 12, 2026 visits La Goulette (Tunis), Palermo, Naples, Livorno (Florence/Pisa) and Marseille. Expect a run of consecutive ports, 5 stops total, with the busiest days packed close together. The sea days around them feel earned. The Western Mediterranean route takes in Tunisia, Italy and France, 3 countries, and the differences show up in the food, the architecture, and the mood. La Goulette (Tunis) stands out. It's Gateway to Carthage and the Tunis medina. Roughly 10 hours ashore per stop. No need to rush. MSC Meraviglia keeps you well fed. 9 places to eat, with 3 included in the fare and a few specialty spots if you're in the mood. Families and groups will find plenty to do: waterslides, shows, multiple pools, and something for every age. If you can, add a night in Barcelona before boarding. It's a good city to wander. And May is a good time to go. Mild weather, things starting to bloom, and fewer people than summer. All in all, it's a solid trip.