Mediterranean Masterpiece – Riviera, Rome & Valletta
About this cruise
7 nights is that sweet spot where you actually start to relax. This sailing from Marseille on December 5, 2026 visits Genoa, Civitavecchia (Rome), Messina, Valletta and Barcelona 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 3 countries along the Western Mediterranean coast: Italy, Malta and Spain. Barcelona alone is worth the trip, Where Gothic grandeur meets avant-garde genius. Around 9 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. MSC World Asia (2026) is one of the newer ships out there, with current design and recent tech throughout. Marseille itself is worth spending some time in. Don't just treat it as a departure point. A December sailing is basically an excuse to chase the sun for a week or two. Worth booking. That's the short version.