Mediterranean Magic – Riviera to Malta

About this cruise

There's a reason 7-night cruises are the most popular length. This one sails from Marseille on August 17, 2026 and visits Livorno (Florence/Pisa), Cagliari, Palermo, Valletta and Barcelona. The itinerary clusters several port calls together. Fast-paced for a few days, then the sea days hit and you can catch your breath. It's a proper Western Mediterranean tour: 3 countries, from Italy to Spain. You get around 9 hours in each port, which is enough for an excursion, lunch, and some wandering around on your own. When you're not ashore, From casual buffets to proper sit-down restaurants, MSC Splendida has 6 dining spots on board, most of them included. An August departure puts you in the best summer conditions: long days, warm nights, plenty of sun. 7 nights of not thinking about anything except where to eat next. That's the pitch.