Mediterranean Marvels – Marseille & Malta

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 February 27, 2026 visits Marseille, Genoa, Civitavecchia (Rome), Messina and Valletta. 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 France, Italy and Malta, 3 countries, and the differences show up in the food, the architecture, and the mood. Keep an eye out for Civitavecchia (Rome): The Eternal City is just an hour away. Roughly 9 hours ashore per stop. No need to rush. MSC World Europa keeps you well fed. 9 places to eat, with 4 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 a February cruise to warmer water? Hard to argue with that when it's cold at home. That's 7 nights well spent.