Mediterranean Marvels – Marseille & Malta
About this cruise
You board in Barcelona on January 1, 2027 for 7 nights visiting Marseille, Genoa, Civitavecchia (Rome), Messina and Valletta, and you come back from this kind of trip wondering why you don't do it more often. A few ports come in quick succession, which is great for sightseeing but means you'll appreciate the sea days when they arrive. Crossing 3 borders through the Western Mediterranean: France, Italy and Malta. You'll notice the culture shift at every stop. Keep an eye out for Civitavecchia (Rome): The Eternal City is just an hour away. Around 9 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. MSC World Asia launched in 2026, so everything on board is still new. You can tell. Families and groups will find plenty to do: waterslides, shows, multiple pools, and something for every age. A January sailing is basically an excuse to chase the sun for a week or two. That's 7 nights well spent.