Mediterranean Marvels – Sardinia, Sicily & Malta

About this cruise

7 nights is that sweet spot where you actually start to relax. This sailing from Livorno (Florence/Pisa) on August 4, 2026 visits Cagliari, Palermo, Valletta, Barcelona and Marseille and doesn't try to cram in too much. A few ports come in quick succession, which is great for sightseeing but means you'll appreciate the sea days when they arrive. The route threads through 4 countries along the Western Mediterranean coast: Italy, Malta, Spain and France. Cagliari stands out. It's Sardinia's sun-bleached capital of flamingos and fortresses. Around 8 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. MSC Splendida has 6 restaurants on board, which means you could eat somewhere different nearly every night. Livorno (Florence/Pisa) itself is worth spending some time in. Don't just treat it as a departure point. The timing works well too: warm evenings on deck, late sunsets, and a lively atmosphere. All in all, it's a solid trip.