Mediterranean Magic – Marseille & Palermo

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 March 21, 2026 visits Marseille, Genoa, Naples, Palermo and La Goulette (Tunis). Expect a run of consecutive ports, 5 stops total, with the busiest days packed close together. The sea days around them feel earned. Crossing 3 borders through the Western Mediterranean: France, Italy and Tunisia. You'll notice the culture shift at every stop. Palermo stands out. It's Arab-Norman splendour in Sicily's capital. Roughly 8 hours ashore per stop. No need to rush. MSC Splendida takes the food seriously, with 6 restaurants to choose from. 2 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. And March 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.